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1. National Women’s Council call on government to take action against racism
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) has said government must act to tackle the growing wave of racist violence facing the country, including by publishing and acting on the long-overdue National Action Plan on Racism. The call comes as NWC asks women to join the march for solidarity and inclusion planned…
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2. National Women’s Council call for domestic violence leave to be paid at full rate of pay
Excerpt: …The issue is set to be raised during discussions on the Work Life Balance Bill in the Seanad Press Release for immediate release The National Women’s Council (NWC) today called on government and politicians to ensure that domestic violence leave, due to be introduced as part of the Work Life…
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3. NWC: abortion review findings must be published without delay
Excerpt: …With one week to go to the submission of the abortion review, the National Women’s Council (NWC) says key changes are urgently needed to provide adequate healthcare to women, and that clarity is required on the Government’s next steps. They say the criminalisation of doctors; the mandatory 3 day waiting…
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4. Council of Europe sends expert group to monitor violence against women in Ireland
Excerpt: …A group of experts on violence against women is set to tour the country meeting government bodies, civil society, NGOs, and survivors. The GREVIO Committee is tasked by the Council of Europe with monitoring implementation of the Istanbul Convention on Violence Against Women. The visit is the first of its…
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5. Rally to mark murder of Natalie McNally and to call for an end to violence against women
Excerpt: …Hundreds of people are expected to gather this afternoon in Lurgan to remember Natalie McNally and to call for an end to violence against women. Natalie, who was pregnant with her first child, was murdered in her home in December last year. Her family have appealed to anyone with information…
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6. Ahead of Ashling Murphy anniversary, NWC calls for urgent action on femicide
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) has said that violence against women is epidemic and that government must take immediate steps to address it. Speaking ahead of the anniversary of Ashling Murphy’s murder, NWC Director Orla O’Connor said: “The whole country mourned the death of Ashling Murphy, and since then…
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7. SPHE must be made mandatory to tackle gender-based violence
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) says religious influence must be removed and better teacher training provided The National Women’s Council has called for SPHE (social, personal and health education) and RSE (relationships and sexuality education) to be made mandatory for all senior cycle students. The call comes as we publish…
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8. ‘Banlaoch’ Mrs Sabina Higgins launches NWC 50-year celebrations
Excerpt: … Mrs Sabina Higgins today launched celebrations to mark 50 years since the National Women’s Council foundation in 1973, heralding the commencement of a year-long calendar of events which recognise women’s achievements and imagine a feminist future. In a video message marking the anniversary, Sabina Higgins, who has been named…
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9. Join our team: Care Officer
Excerpt: …NWC are recruiting for a Care Officer to join the team based in Dublin. The main aim and purpose of the Care Officer post is to develop and deliver NWC’s policy, research and public engagement work to ensure care and care work is valued in society, in line with our Strategic Plan…
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10. NWC: It is high time for a referendum on care
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council call on the Taoiseach and Tánaiste to publicly support the report of Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality, which has called for a referendum on gender equality, family, and care The National Women’s Council (NWC) has strongly welcomed the Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality recommendation to hold…
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11. Join our team: Project Officer - Building a feminist community work approach to climate action
Excerpt: …NWC and Community Work Ireland are recruiting a Project Officer to work on a new joint project: “Building a Feminist Community Work Approach to Climate Action” Together, we’re aiming to develop a Feminist approach to Climate Action, based on feminism, community development, climate justice and sustainable development The Officer will work…
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Excerpt: …NWC and Community Work Ireland are recruiting a Project Co-ordinator to implement a new joint project: “Building a Feminist Community Work Approach to Climate Action” Together, we’re aiming to develop a Feminist approach to Climate Action, based on feminism, community development, climate justice and sustainable development The Co-ordinator will lead the…
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13. New report says implementation will be key in government plan to tackle gender-based violence
Excerpt: …The Irish Observatory on Violence Against Women will today launch a new report looking at the government’s plan to tackle domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. Both the Observatory and the government are reporting to the committee of experts tasked with monitoring the implementation of the Istanbul Convention on Violence Against…
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14. NWC welcomes substantial progress in Cervical screening programme
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) welcomed Dr Gabriel Scally’s follow-up report investigating the implementation of his recommendations after the Cervical Check scandal. We commend the substantial progress and urge follow-up action on the gaps Dr Scally identified. NWC Director Orla O’Connor said: “The country owes a debt of gratitude to…
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15. FemFest: Young women to speak about sexual violence and harassment
Excerpt: …Women aged 16-25 will gather on Saturday to discuss topics important to them, particularly sexual violence, body diversity, and bystander culture – ie the need for everyone to play their part in addressing sexual violence and promoting zero tolerance. FemFest is organised by the National Women’s Council (NWC) and follows…
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16. National Women’s Council pays tribute to Vicky Phelan
Excerpt: …It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Vicky Phelan. Orla O’Connor, Director of the National Women’s Council said, “This is an extremely sad day and a huge loss. We would like to express our deepest condolences to her family and friends. Vicky Phelan was…
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17. National Women’s Council asks Health Minister for timeline on abortion reform
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council has written to the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly urging him to publish Marie O’Shea’s review of the abortion legislation by the end of November. In the letter, NWC commends the Minister for reforms to women’s reproductive health, such as the free contraception scheme and publicly-funded…
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18. Government must deliver on new era for women’s reproductive healthcare
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) today (25th October 2022) called on the Government to deliver on a new era for women’s reproductive healthcare and adopt a holistic approach to women’s needs across her lifespan. Launching its new report Every Woman – Towards Reproductive Health, Care and Choice for all, the…
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19. Women changemakers from rural communities gather for national conference
Excerpt: …The National Women's Council (NWC) and Minister Heather Humphreys will today bring together women from across the island to mark the International Day of Rural Women. NWC will call for the government’s Rural Development Policy – Our Rural Future – to consider the additional barriers faced by rural women in…
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20. Long term, Budget 2023 will not protect women from poverty and inequality
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council releases gender analysis of Budget 2023, says that commitments to childcare and healthcare are welcome but marginalised women and women in poverty may be left behind As a feminist organisation, NWC recognises that a more equitable collection and distribution of public resources is required to…
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