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1. Newstalk should issue guidelines for broadcasters
Excerpt: …Commenting on the news that George Hook has stepped down, the National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) said today that Newstalk must still take measures to counter the negative impact of George Hook’s victim blaming, and to issue guidelines for their broadcasters for discussing and reporting on domestic and sexual…
Section: Latest News
3. Making Women Count in Budget 2017
Excerpt: …In the lead-up to Budget 2018, the National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today launched a report which sets out for government how it can follow through on its commitments to tackle inequality with national finances. At an important seminar ‘Towards Gender Responsive Budgeting in Ireland’, NWCI presented a model…
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4. Women’s Aid is recruiting a Manager of Services
Excerpt: …Women’s Aid is now recruiting to fill the following full-time permanent position: Manager of Services (Ref: Mgr. S) The Manager will develop and manage the Women’s Aid Dublin based One to One Support and Outreach Service, Court Accompaniment Service, Dolphin House Support and Referral Service and the High Risk Support…
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5. National Women’s Council of Ireland welcomes decision to suspend Hook
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the decision to suspend George Hook while an investigation into his victim blaming comments is ongoing. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “The decision to suspend George Hook following his unacceptable and dangerous comments is a welcome one. It shows that…
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6. We are hiring! NWCI is currently recruiting for Head of Policy
Excerpt: …NWCI is currently recruiting for Head of Policy. DEADLINE EXTENDED - new deadline: 20th October This is an exciting time for NWCI. Change is happening for women in Ireland and we would like you to be part of that. If you have a good understanding of women’s equality, have experience…
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7. National Women’s Council issues formal complaint over Hook’s comments
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today issued formal complaints over comments made by Newstalk’s George Hook on sexual violence and ‘personal responsibility.’ NWCI also welcomed the decision by Dalata Hotels to end their commercial relationship with Newstalk. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “NWCI today made a complaint…
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8. Getting Women on Board: Time for quotas to increase the number of women on boards
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today held a high profile “Getting Women on Board” event in the Mansion House. Following the publication of NWCI’s “Better Boards” handbook in 2015, the event examined how to accelerate the pace of change, and increase the numbers of women on private company…
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9. Pension Campaign Poster Easy to Read
Excerpt: …This easy to read poster was prepared by Inclusion Ireland and proof-read by experts through experience.
Section: Publications
10. NWCI welcomes National Maternity Hospital agreement
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the announcement by Minister for Health Simon Harris that the National Maternity Hospital will remain in State ownership, and that there will be no religious involvement in delivery of services. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “Women must be able to…
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11. NWCI is hiring! We’re recruiting for a Reproductive Health Public Engagement Officer
Excerpt: …NWCI is hiring! We're recruiting for a Reproductive Health Public Engagement Officer. This is an exciting time for NWCI. Change is happening for women in Ireland and we would like you to be part of that. If you have a good understanding of women’s equality, are a strong communicator, can build…
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12. NWCI Guide to lobbying for pension equality
Excerpt: …This resource was developed by the National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) following engagement over many years with women negatively impacted by the pensions system and a series of workshops with women in Kerry and Cork affected by pension inequality. Both the workshops and this resource were made possible by…
Section: Publications
13. NWCI calls for greater recognition for women in sport
Excerpt: …As the Women’s Rugby World Cup draws to a close, the National Women’s Council of Ireland today called for greater recognition for women across all sports in Ireland. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “As the curtain closes on what was the most watched Women’s Rugby World Cup yet, NWCI…
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14. Domestic Violence should be treated as a criminal offence
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the United Nations Committee Against Torture’s (UNCAT) recommendations in relation to amending the Domestic Violence Bill to include a specific criminal offence of domestic violence that encompasses physical and psychological abuse committed within a relationship. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said,…
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15. Apology does not address sexist and misogynistic language
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today said the apology in the Sunday Times, in response to Kevin Myers article “Sorry ladies, equal pay has to be earned”' is completely unacceptable. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “The article clearly displayed discriminatory views on both gender and religious grounds,…
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16. Stronger Action Needed from Government to Reduce Gender Gaps in Companies in Ireland
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland today (24.07.17) called for stronger action from Government to reduce gender gaps in Ireland for public and private companies. Orla O’Connor, Director of the National Women’s Council of Ireland said: ‘‘In the last week, we have seen details published in relation to gender gaps…
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17. Greater representation on Public Participation Network
Excerpt: …The Public Participation Network (PPN) is an independent umbrella organisation and network that provides a voice for all community and voluntary, environmental and social inclusion groups throughout the country. It is the main link for local authorities to connect with these three pillars. It enables the nomination of groups onto…
Section: Newsflash
Excerpt: …The National Planning Framework – “Ireland 2040 – Our Plan” – will set a new strategic planning and development context for the Ireland and all its regions in the period between now and 2040, setting a strategic, high-level framework for the co-ordination of a range of national, regional and local…
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19. Call for equality for women in the pension system - NWCI workshops
Excerpt: …NWCI has organised a series of workshops on pension equality in Cork and Kerry working with our members and key stakeholders. The project aimed to engage and empower older women to advocate for direct personal access to pensions that take into account the important role women play in providing unpaid…
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20. NWCI welcomes recommendations of Citizens Assembly report
Excerpt: …NWCI has welcomed the Citizens Assembly report on the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution. In particular, NWCI welcomed the clear recommendation to remove the Eighth Amendment from the Constitution, to legislate for abortion on-request and the wider recommendations on reproductive healthcare, sexual health and relationship education and the improvement of…
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