Page 92 of 166 pages. ‹ First < 90 91 92 93 94 > Last ›
1. Savita Halappanavar’s death highlights the need for immediate action on X
Excerpt: …Speaking at the Launch of the NWCI and HSE Report 'Equal but Different: A framework for integrating gender equality in Health Service Executive Policy, Planning and Service Delivery' today , Orla O'Connor, Director of the National Women's Council said:'We are shocked and saddened about Savita Halappanavar's death and would like…
Section: Latest News
2. NWCI welcomes limited Progress on Women on Boards
Excerpt: …The National Women's Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the decision by the European Commission to propose legislation which aims to increase the number of women on corporate Boards. However, the NWCI warned that the legislation lacks an accountability mechanism. Eóin Murray, Project Coordinator with the NWCI said,'This initiative by…
Section: Latest News
Excerpt: …Healthcare provision has so far been gender blind and this report aims to apply a much needed gender lens to healthcare services in Ireland.
Section: Publications
4. Increasing Women’s Participation in Peace and Politics
Excerpt: …Over 150 activists, policy officers and senior decision makers, including elected representatives from across the island of Ireland came together at Hannas House conference on 5 November 2012 to discuss how UN SCR 1325 could be implemented on the island of Ireland. The resolution is particularly relevant for Ireland in…
Section: Latest News
5. Job vacancies with One Family
Excerpt: …One Family is currently recruiting for the following positionsCommunications ManagerCounselling Support Worker Administration Supervisor The closing date for these positions is Monday, 19 November, noon.In addition, One Family is currently looking for aCommunications and Marekting Assistant (must be eligible for JobBridge intern programme)
Section: Newsflash
6. Four out of five women unable to access services - Sonas Housing Annual Review
Excerpt: …Four out of every five women calling a women's crisis domestic violence service in Dublin are turned away because the service is already full, according to findings from Sonas Housing's 2011 annual review.The review, launched by Minister Jan O'Sullivan on 31 October, found that in 2011 the Sonas' refuge Viva…
Section: Newsflash
7. Job Vacancies with Sonas Housing Association
Excerpt: …Sonas Housing Association is currently recruiting an Information and Communications Assistant and Women Support Workers – Relief panel (Supported Housing and Refuge).Sonas Information and Communications AssistantReporting to the Sonas Policy and Communications Officer, the Information and Communications Assistant will provide administrative and research support to Sonas policy and communications work.Main…
Section: Newsflash
8. Legislate for X - NWCI Campaign Action
Excerpt: …Take part in NWCI's new campaign action Legislate for X and encourage your family and friends to do the same. The abortion expert group are due to report back to government over the upcoming weeks and now is the time to let our voices be heard by lobbying our TD's…
Section: Newsflash
9. Building a strong Movement for Women’s Equality - Members Meeting
Excerpt: …Take part in shaping the campaign for women's equality over the coming years and come to our next NWCI Members Meeting on 21 November 2012.We are inviting all of our members to a discussion on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead of us. Your input is important, so please…
Section: Newsflash
10. Equal but Different - NWCI and HSE will launch new Report
Excerpt: …Join us for the launch of a new report that will change the way healthcare is provided to women and men in Ireland. Minister of State for Health, Kathleen Lynch T.D. will launch the publication 'Equal but Different: A Framework for Integrating Gender Equality in Health Service Executive Policy, Planning…
Section: Newsflash
11. Constitutional Convention will start on 1 December - Join NWCI Members Group
Excerpt: …The long-awaited Constitutional Convention is due to begin on 1 December 2012. The NWCI is now establishing a member's working-group to meet throughout the duration of the Constitutional Convention. The purpose of the group will be to mobilise women to achieve change through the Convention, supporting the NWCI's policy and…
Section: Newsflash
12. Increasing Women’s Participation in Peace and Politics
Excerpt: …Over 150 activists, policy officers and senior decision makers, including elected representatives from across the island of Ireland came together at Hannas House conference on 5 November 2012 to discuss how UN SCR 1325 could be implemented on the island of Ireland. The resolution is particularly relevant for Ireland in…
Section: Newsflash
13. Pre budget demonstration - No to Austerity!
Excerpt: …Dublin Council of Trade Unions joining with Communities Campaign Against the Cuts, the Campaign Against Household and Water Taxes and The Spectacle of Defiance are organising a pre budget demonstration No to Austerity! on 24 November 2012.The March and Rally will start at the Garden of Remembrance, Parnell Square, Dublin…
Section: Newsflash
14. Deadline extended - NWCI is recruiting a Policy Officer
Excerpt: …The deadline for this job advertisement has been extended to 15 November 2012.NWCI is currently recruitingA Policy OfficerThe Policy Officer will be responsible for the development and promotion of a range of NWCI policy positions and for overseeing key research projects.You will be interested in this job if you have:At…
Section: Newsflash
15. 300 attend National Women’s Enterprise Day in Portlaoise
Excerpt: …National Women's Enterprise Day 2012 has been described as a huge success, with hundreds of participants representing every county in Ireland. Successful businesswomen shared their experiences with start-up companies and fledgling businesses, at a two day event organised by Ireland's 35 County and City Enterprise Boards, which support around 12…
Section: Newsflash
16. New Deadline 22 November: NWCI is recruiting a Policy Officer
Excerpt: …We are currently recruiting A Policy OfficerThe Policy Officer will be responsible for the development and promotion of a range of NWCI policy positions and for overseeing key research projects.You will be interested in this job if you have:At least 3 years experience in a social policy role in the…
Section: Latest News
18. Focusing our energies - Members Meeting
Excerpt: …How can we focus our energies on building a strong movement for women's equality in Ireland for the future? We are inviting all of our members to a discussion on the challenges and opportunites that lie ahead of us. Your input is important, so please join us and have your…
Section: Newsflash
19. NWCI calls for a yes vote in the Children’s Referendum
Excerpt: …The NWCI calls for a yes in the upcoming Children's Referendum on Saturday, 10 November 2012. This is the result of a recent members survey in which 97% voted in favour of the proposal to support a yes vote in the upcoming referendum.5 Key Reasons to Support the Children's Referendum…
Section: Newsflash
20. Halloween Horror Competition launched
Excerpt: …Share with the young women around you. Does Halloween mean 'sexy dress' or 'fancy dress'? NWCI's youth project, The Y-Factor, just launched its Halloween Horror Competition on its Facebook page. Check the 'Halloween Horror' Album and say how these costumes make you feel as a young woman. 'Like' your favourite…
Section: Newsflash
