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1. Government fails women affected by CervicalCheck scandal
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) today expressed its deep disappointment at the failure of the State to provide an acceptable, non-adversarial mechanism to seek justice for women affected by the CervicalCheck scandal. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWC said, “The CervicalCheck tribunal was supposed to provide a non-adversarial mechanism for women…
Section: Latest News
2. We are Recruiting for a Women’s Health Co-ordinator
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) is the leading national women’s membership organisation seeking equality for women. We represent 190-member groups from a diversity of backgrounds, sectors and locations. NWC is currently recruiting for a Women’s Health Co-ordinator. This is an exciting time for NWC. Change is happening for women in Ireland…
Section: Latest News
Excerpt: …If you’ve been affected by any of the issues below you can find information and support at: HSE YourMentalHealth Jigsaw Youth Mental Health National Women’s Council - Supports for Young Women's Mental Health Do you need to talk to someone now? Freephone Samaritans 116 123 or Text YMH to 50808 (free 24/7 text…
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4. National Women’s Council calls for Gender Pay Gap Legislation ahead of Citizens’ Assembly
Excerpt: …Ahead of its presentation to the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality which will be focusing on the topic ‘Women and Work’ tomorrow, the National Women’s Council (NWC) today (13th November) highlighted the importance of tackling low pay and progressing the Gender Pay Gap Information Bill as critical steps towards achieving women’s…
Section: Latest News
5. Submission on the National Economic Plan
Excerpt: …NWC sets out our proposals to ensure that the National Economic Plan takes account of the needs of women in Ireland and is capable of driving an equal recovery, including investing in the care economy, decent pay and workers rights, a feminist, green new deal, fair allocation of resources and…
Section: Publications
6. Women’s care during lockdown ‘constant and exhausting’
Excerpt: …“The emotional needs of both my daughter and my partner and my mother are constant and very exhausting.” “Before this it was a struggle but I was managing. Now, I am honestly at breaking point.” “I am currently expected to continue my 38 hours full-time job, as well as home-school…
Section: Latest News
7. NWC Welcomes Three New Groups
Excerpt: …NWC is happy to announce that three new members have joined and we look forward to working with them going forward. Mental Health Reform is the leading national coalition on mental health in Ireland. They have over 70 member organisations, representing a broad range of interests, like housing, disability, children’s…
Section: Newsflash
8. Women’s Experiences of Caring during COVID-19
Excerpt: …In May 2020, the National Women’s Council (NWC) wanted to understand how COVID-19 was impacting women’s caring responsibilities and their own mental health and wellbeing. This report sets out the findings of our Women’s Experiences of Caring during COVID-19 online survey.
Section: Publications
9. National Women’s Council calls for gender perspective to be represented on Pension Commission
Excerpt: …In response to the announcement of the members of the newly established Pension Commission by the Government today, the National Women’s Council (NWC) has expressed its shock that there is no direct civil society gender perspective represented in the membership. NWC is calling on the Minister for Social Protection, Heather…
Section: Latest News
10. National Women’s Council welcomes victim centred approach in O’Malley report implementation
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) today welcomed the focus on the experience of victims in the implementation of the O’Malley Report on protections for vulnerable witnesses in the investigation and prosecution of sexual offences cases as outlined by Minister Helen McEntee. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWC said. “We particularly welcome…
Section: Latest News
11. Submission to DEASP on their Statement of Strategy 2020-2023
Excerpt: …This submission sets out what NWC believes should be the priorities for the Dept of Employment Affairs and Social Protection for the next 3 years - gender and equality proofing, ensuring active labour market policy works for women, promoting decent work, supporting work life balance and recognising care, ending poverty,…
Section: Publications
12. Women stand up against racism and discrimination in Ireland
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC), the National Traveller Women’s Forum and AkiDwa today highlighted the impact of everyday racism on women and the need for us to build a society that respects and promotes diversity at its webinar ‘Women and racism’. The event was part of the Dublin Arts and…
Section: Latest News
Excerpt: …The Department of Rural and Community Development is currently preparing a new Statement of Strategy to cover the period 2021-2023. NWC has made a submission outlining our recommendations for consideration by the Department. This important document will set out the strategic vision of the Department as they look to build…
Section: Publications
14. Mother and Baby Home Records Bill must not proceed in its current form
Excerpt: …National Women’s Council calls on Government to ensure rights of survivors are respected The National Women’s Council (NWC) today raised serious concerns in relation to the Mother and Baby Home Records Bill and the way it is currently being rushed through the Oireachtas. NWC called on Senators and TDs to…
Section: Latest News
Excerpt: …The Department of Rural and Community Development is currently preparing a new Statement of Strategy to cover the period 2021-2023. They are inviting interested parties to submit your views to coordination@drcd.gov.ie with “Statement of Strategy 2021-2023 ” in the subject line. More information available here. NWC will be preparing our…
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18. National Women’s Council welcomes dedicated funding for women’s health in Budget 2021
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council (NWC) today welcomed the sizeable, dedicated funding for women’s health in Budget 2021. Women’s Health Taskforce Orla O’Connor, Director of NWC said, “It is positive to see a 5 million dedicated fund for women’s health included in Budget 2021. This will be vital to implement the…
Section: Latest News
19. Childcare is missing piece of our Covid-19 response in Budget 2021
Excerpt: …Responding to the Budget 2021 announcement today, the National Women’s Council (NWC) welcomed the Government response to the economic and social impact of the Covid-19 crisis, particularly as the pandemic restrictions have disproportionately affected women. It is extraordinary, however, that no additional investment is being made into delivering a public model…
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20. Covid-19 hit women hard, now Budget 2021 must support women
Excerpt: …Covid-19 impacted on every family in Ireland, through the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job or the impact of lockdown, and the effects of this global pandemic will be with us all for a long time. For women, there were very particular impacts such as the closures of schools and…
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