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1. A successful Fundraiser for NWCI
Excerpt: …The first official fundraiser for NWCI was a successful and fun night and we would like to say a huge thank you to all that attended, helped out, sponsored prizes and of course hosted the event (here’s to you Tara Flynn). Our Table Quiz was on last Tuesday night in…
Section: Latest News
2. Voices of Civil Society need to be heard
Excerpt: …Dear Ceann Comhairle, Reports have reached our organisations that the Dáil Committee on Procedure and Privileges, which you chair, has considered proposals that could restrict access by civil society groups to the Oireachtas audiovisual (AV) room. We would welcome your comments on these reports. Over the years, a great many civil society,…
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3. Joint Statement: Repeal the Eighth Amendment
Excerpt: …On the 30th Anniversary of signing the Eighth amendment into our Constitution, October 7 2013, 12 women’s and civil society organisations released a joint statement highlighting the detrimental impact that Article 40.3.3 has on women in Ireland and announcing a national campaign for its repeal. Below is the text of…
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4. End 30 years of Hardship and Discrimination - Repeal the Eighth Amendment
Excerpt: …On the 30th Anniversary of signing the Eighth amendment into our Constitution, today, 12 women’s and civil society organisations released a joint statement highlighting the detrimental impact that Article 40.3.3 has on women in Ireland and announcing a national campaign for its repeal. The joint statement was signed and endorsed…
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5. Welcome to our new Website!
Excerpt: …Finally the day has come! We are delighted to welcome you to our re-designed website. We invite you to explore the different areas and sections of the website. Find out more about our work around women in leadership, women's right to health, care and care work, women's economic independence and…
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6. Understanding the Magdalene Laundries
Excerpt: …A research project aimed at promoting a better understanding of life within the Magdalene Laundries was launched in Liberty Hall on September 28. "Magdalene Institutions: Recording an Oral and Archival History" was a Government of Ireland Collaborative Research Project funded by the Irish Research Council and conducted at UCD Women’s…
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7. NWCI Pre Budget Submission 2014
Excerpt: …National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) calls on the government to protect women and children from further cuts in Budget 2014 and invest into crucial supports, such as childcare.
Section: Publications
8. A Guide to Fundraising for National Women’s Council of Ireland
Excerpt: …Fundraising on behalf of NWCI will not only help to increase our awareness and raise vital funds, but will give you, your family, friends, colleagues or community a chance to have some fun together!
Section: Publications
Excerpt: …Doctors for Choice is an organisation that represents doctors in Ireland, who support a woman’s right to control her own reproductive health outcomes.
Section: Our Members
10. More spaces for women’s voices or a chance to abolish an inequality right now?
Excerpt: …At today’s debate, “Keep or Abolish the Seanad – What impact on Women?” organised by National Women’s Council of Ireland, key speakers proposed arguments for and against the abolition of the Seanad from a women’s perspective. Regina Doherty, TD, said, “As a female TD I wanted to be a representative…
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11. Women and children are suffering under austerity
Excerpt: …Women and children have been mostly affected by austerity measures over the past years. National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) calls for a different policy direction in its presentation of its Pre-Budget Submission 2014 to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance today. Ann Irwin, Policy Officer with NWCI said, “Austerity…
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Excerpt: …Thank you very much for your regular Direct Debit donation to NWCI. An email receipt has been sent you. Your generosity will go a long way to help us continuing our vital work on key equality issues for women in Ireland. At a time when funding has been cut at…
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Excerpt: …Thank you for supporting NWCI! You are about to make a real difference. Your monthly contribution will go a long way to helping us in our long term plans to create a sustainable change for women in Ireland. Before you set up your regular donation, did you know that…
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Excerpt: …There are a number of ways you can make a one-off donation to the NWCI. Until the Referendum on the 8th Amendment is over at the end of May, all donations made to NWCI will be directed towards our campaign to 'Remove The 8th Amendment'. You can make an Online Donation…
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Excerpt: …Making a will and leaving a gift to NWCI is a once in a lifetime opportunity and ensures that you can continue to make a real difference to the lives of women in Ireland. Whilst it is so important for many people to know that their loved ones are remembered and…
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Excerpt: …The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by the National Women's Council of Ireland and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the…
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18. ‘Hitting Home’ – the Impact of Domestic Violence on Children
Excerpt: …Tuesday 29th November, 2011. Ramada Hotel, Bray, Co Wicklow9:00 am Registration9.30 am Official opening of seminar by TBC9.40 am Opening remarks by Mr. John Quin, ex Childcare Manager, HSE Wicklow.9.45am Session 1: "Living with Domestic Abuse - Children's Perspectives"Dr Stephanie Holt, Lecturer Social Studies, School of Social Work& Social Policy,…
Section: Newsflash
19. Still Locked Out? NUJ women’s conference Ireland
Excerpt: …You don’t need to be told that it is 100 years since the Dublin Lock Out. But after a centenary of struggle by women in Ireland, we are asking the question – are women still locked out? Locked out from getting into the media, promotion – just staying in the…
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Excerpt: …NWCI are having a table quiz to raise vital funds to continue our fight for women's equality!Our first official fundraising event is booked for Thursday September 26th at 8pm upstairs in Doyles, opposite Trinity.Tara Flynn, Irish comedienne/actress will be hosting and providing some extra entertainment.Tables of 4 are €40. To…
Section: Newsflash
