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1. Celebrating the role of Women over 120 years of Local Government
Excerpt: …This commemorative booklet highlights the role of female councillors over the past 120 years of Local Government. It was supported by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government.
Section: Publications
2. Celebrating 120 years of local government in Monaghan
Excerpt: …“I love my work. I feel I’m there for the people – on the ground. You don’t get everything for them but you do all you possibly can for people. I really enjoy my work.” (Páidrigín Ui Mhurchadha, former Sinn Fein Town Councillor, Monaghan, 1985-2014) 120 years ago, in April…
Section: Latest News
3. Community Platform Election Manifestos
Excerpt: …In the run up to the Local and European Elections in 2019, the Community Platform has developed manifestos and materials to promote and support the delivery of positive social values. These values are Community, Decency and Participation. Electing people who will deliver on these values on the 24th May will help…
Section: Latest News
4. New events coming up - Women for Change Project
Excerpt: …Take part in NWCI’s women for change project “I would like to make relevant connections and learn more about making a change” (Quote from participant) NWCI together with nine of our member organisations were successful in receiving funding under Training Links. We are bringing together women who are involved in…
Section: Newsflash
5. Celebrating the role of women over 120 Years of Local Government
Excerpt: …The year 2019 marks the 120th anniversary of the advent of the County Councillor on Ireland’s democratic landscape. The first County Councils were formed in 1899 following the passing the previous year of the Local Government (Ireland) Act 1898. The Act achieved breakthroughs on many fronts. The right to vote…
Section: Newsflash
6. Check out our Feminist Manifesto for the Local Elections 2019
Excerpt: …On Friday 3rd May we launched our Feminist Manifesto for Local Elections. We are calling on all candidates to support our feminist manifesto for local communities and to actively promote women’s rights. Public representatives must commit to strengthening local communities, challenging sexism and racism, promoting equality and operating in a way…
Section: Newsflash
7. The Gender Pay Gap Information Bill is here
Excerpt: …Ireland’s gender pay gap of 13.9% has serious implications for a woman’s lifetime earnings, her life and career decisions and her ability to live in older years with a decent income. The Gender Pay Gap Information Bill introduces some important provisions and once implemented will contribute to a more open, transparent…
Section: Newsflash
8. The Gender Pay Gap Information Bill NWCI Recommended Amendments
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) warmly welcomes the Gender Pay Gap Information Bill 2019 and the development of meaningful interventions to improve women’s careers and workforce diversity and inclusion. The Bill introduces some important provisions and once implemented will contribute to a more open, transparent and balanced society.…
Section: Publications
9. NWCI calls for amendments to Gender Pay Gap Information Bill
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the introduction of the Gender Pay Gap Information Bill in the Dail, but expressed concern that the Bill does not go far enough, and called for amendments to strengthen the legislation. Orla O’Connor, Director of NWCI said, “The Gender Pay Gap Information Bill will, for the first time,…
Section: Latest News
10. Welcome to new group member Northern Ireland Women’s European Platform
Excerpt: …Northern Ireland Women's European Platform NIWEP represents women's organisations in Northern Ireland in the European Women's Lobby, as part of the UK Joint Committee on Women. NIWEP also represents Northern Ireland at the United Nations, as an NGO with Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the…
Section: Newsflash
11. Free support from NALA for women’s groups facing health and financial literacy challenges
Excerpt: …Health and financial literacy barriers are one of the main challenges facing marginlised women's groups. NWCI's group member NALA, the National Adult Literacy Agency, not only encourage Plain English, they also provide free supports for groups and individuals. NALA is also happy to support and encourage people to go back…
Section: Newsflash
12. We need more women in local politics
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today (3rd May) launched its #FeministCommunities manifesto for the local elections on May 24th, and called for a breakthrough election for women in local politics. NWCI is calling on local candidates to commit to strengthening local communities, challenging sexism and racism, promoting equality…
Section: Latest News
13. Feminist Manifesto for the Local Elections 2019
Excerpt: …We are calling on all candidates to support our feminist manifesto for local communities and to actively promote women’s rights. Public representatives must commit to strengthening local communities, challenging sexism and racism, promoting equality and operating in a way that empowers and includes marginalised groups.
Section: Publications
14. #JobFairy - NWCI is currently recruiting for a Reproductive Health Rights Officer
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) is the leading national women’s membership organisation seeking equality for women. We represent 180-member groups as well as a wide range of individual members from a diversity of backgrounds, sectors and locations NWCI is currently recruiting for a Reproductive Health Rights Officer This…
Section: Latest News
15. #JobFairy - NWCI is currently recruiting for a Violence against Women Officer
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) is the leading national women’s membership organisation seeking equality for women. We represent 180 member groups as well as a wide range of individual members from a diversity of backgrounds, sectors and locations NWCI is currently recruiting for a Violence Against Women Officer…
Section: Latest News
16. VOTE YES - Create greater certainty and clarity for families going through divorce
Excerpt: …Voting Yes means we can remove harmful restrictions on divorce from the Constitution that cause uncertainty and conflict for families and children and create a more compassionate process.
Section: Publications
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today called for a Yes vote in the upcoming referendum on divorce on May 24th. The call was made at the NWCI members and friends meeting on the divorce referendum in Dublin today. Speakers included: Ellen O'Malley Dunlop, Chair of the NWCI, Karen Kiernan, CEO, One Family, Dr Louise Crowley,…
Section: Latest News
18. NWCI welcomes Government commitment to tackling non-consensual distribution of intimate images
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the news that Minister for Justice Charlie Flanagan will seek approval from Cabinet for proposed legislation aimed at tackling the non-consensual distribution of intimate images. Tara Brown, Violence Against Women Project Coordinator at NWCI said, “Digital technology has opened up new methods…
Section: Latest News
19. Care always costs : NWCI welcomes plans for new parental leave scheme
Excerpt: …The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) today welcomed the Government’s publication of its plans for a new parental scheme, and called for an incremental introduction of paid parental leave up to 26 weeks. Jennifer McCarthy Flynn, Head of Policy at NWCI said, “The introduction of paid parental leave for…
Section: Latest News
20. Community Platform Election Manifestos
Excerpt: …In the run-up to the 2019 Local and European Elections in 2019 the Community Platform has develop manifestos and materials to promote and support the delivery of positive social values. These values are Community, Decency and Participation. Electing people who will deliver on these values on the 24th May will…
Section: Publications
