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1. NWCI submission on the review of the National Action Plan for Social Inclusion
Excerpt: …NWCI has made a submission to The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection who have commissioned Indecon International Consultants to review the implementation of the National Action Plan for Social Inclusion 2007-2016 and the Updated Plan 2015-2017 (NAPinclusion 2007-2017).
Section: Publications
2. Abortion services will be available from today!
Excerpt: …My Options is a new HSE freephone service that provides free and confidential counselling to people experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. My Options is provided by the HSE’s Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme (SHCPP). My Options will be the first point of contact for information and support in relation to…
Section: Latest News
3. National Women’s Council of Ireland welcomes passing of abortion legislation
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the passage of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill through the Seanad. Orla O’Connor said, “In a year of historic days, today is another important one for women and girls in Ireland. After decades of campaigning from women’s organisations,…
Section: Latest News
4. Ireland needs to set the standard on tackling violence against women
Excerpt: …One in five women still experience domestic abuse in Ireland. 9 out of 10 women killed are killed by someone known to them, with 56% killed by a partner or ex-partner. The Irish Observatory on Violence Against Women, an independent network of 18 grassroots and national organisations working together to…
Section: Latest News
5. NWCI calls on the Government to establish Citizens Assembly on Care
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the report by the Joint Oireachtas Justice and Equality Committee on Art. 41.2. NWCI called on the Government to announce the establishment of a Citizens Assembly on care and commit to holding the referendum on the article in 2019. Orla O’Connor, Director,…
Section: Latest News
Excerpt: …Dublin Cycling Campaign are working to encourage cycling and to represent the interests of everyday cyclists. They want to make the streets safer for cyclists and to increase public awareness of the benefits of cycling.
Section: Our Members
7. NWCI welcomes announcement to commence new survey on sexual violence
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) welcomes the announcement of a new comprehensive report on sexual violence in Ireland ('SAVI 2') and particularly that the survey will be conducted by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). NWCI is very concerned, however, about the long timeline which will mean the report…
Section: Latest News
8. NWCI’s opening statement to the Joint Committee on Justice and Equality
Section: Publications
9. NWCI welcomes supports for parents in the new Government Early Years Strategy First 5
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) has welcomed the announcement of supports for parents in the Government’s early year’s strategy plan First 5. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “State investment in quality early learning centres is one we here in NWCI have long called for and warmly welcome. Government…
Section: Latest News
10. Celebrating Women in Technology with Awards Ceremony by Group Member WITS
Excerpt: …Ireland celebrates Women in Technology this November with 2 Awards Ceremonies: The Women in IT Awards on the 21st of November and the Women in Tech Awards on November 22nd. Here's a little more info about WITS, careers in STEM and outline the upcoming awards and women in technology events this November. About NWCI Group Member WITS…
Section: Newsflash
11. NWCI welcomes creation of a national roadmap to Gender Equality in Higher Education
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) has welcomed the publication of the Gender Action Plan 2018-2020 by Minister Mary Mitchell O’Connor today to combat gender inequality within Higher Education in Ireland. NWCI Director Orla O’Connor said: ‘Our third-level institutes have been marred by the long standing absence of women…
Section: Latest News
12. Women in Medicine in Ireland Network (WIMIN)
Excerpt: …A membership organisation founded in 2017 to promote, support and encourage female doctors and medical students in Ireland. The aim of the network is to bring together women from all stages of their medical career, in all specialities and grades, to share their experiences and to learn from each other.…
Section: Our Members
13. NISIG - National Infertility Support and Information Group
Excerpt: …National Infertility Support and Information Group NISIG is an Irish charity that has been providing support and information to those suffering from infertility since it was established in 1996. The ability to have a child is taken for granted by most people, but one in six will have difficulty conceiving…
Section: Our Members
14. The Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation
Excerpt: …The Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation is an independent, non-governmental organisation that works with individuals and groups to transform violent conflict, promote reconciliation, build sustainable peace and work towards more inclusive, equitable, and diverse societies. Founded in 1974 as a response to ‘the Troubles’, one of its key strategic…
Section: Our Members
15. Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality
Excerpt: …Smashing Times Theatre and Film Company is a not-for-profit, human rights based theatre organisation that uses creative process, theatre and film to promote human rights, gender equality, reconciliation and social inclusion for all. The work of the company over the last 20 years has spanned across and beyond Europe.
Section: Our Members
17. “I often have a feeling of being invisible”
Excerpt: …“My mam would suffer from depression and instead of talking to her and giving her help, they just kept giving her tablets”. “There is nothing within the health service to explain the experience of abuse when you are getting treatments. There is nowhere you can mark down what has happened…
Section: Latest News
18. NWCI congratulates Chairperson Ellen O’Malley-Dunlop on being selected as a Fine Gael candidate
Excerpt: …NWCI wish to congratulate our Chairperson Ellen O’Malley-Dunlop on being selected as a Fine Gael candidate in the next general election. We in NWCI welcome the increasing representation of women in politics across the political spectrum and commend all who put themselves forward for this invaluable public service. Ellen will…
Section: Latest News
19. NWCI launches campaign video to tackle sexual harassment and violence on campus
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) launches its #ItStopsNow campaign today, highlighting the systemic problem of sexual violence and harassment faced by third-level students and calling for collective action to ensure the safety, equality and full participation of every student. 31% of women students in Ireland have reported feeling…
Section: Latest News
20. Invitation to the third annual International Herstory Light Festival
Excerpt: …Herstory invites NWCI sister organisations to participate in the third annual International Herstory Light Festival, on the 4-7th January 2019, the weekend of Nollaig na mBan (Women's Little Christmas). This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the women you love and start the New Year in feminist style! In January…
Section: Newsflash
