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A new national programme to establish multicultural singing groups in towns nationwide will be rolled out by the Family Resource Centre National Forum across Ireland. The initiative – ‘One Town One Voice’ – has a specific focus on bringing members of the community together, whether they are long-time residents or new to the community.
The rule of law in the EU continued to deteriorate in 2023, as governments further weakened legal and democratic checks and balances, according to a newly published EU-wide report. In its fifth annual edition, the ‘Liberties Rule Of Law Report 2024’ identifies the most striking violations of the rule of law in the European Union in 2023.
Responding to the latest data from the Survey of Income and Living Conditions, the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) says while temporary measures supported household incomes, far too many households are struggling to make ends meet given the scale of the cost of living crisis.
A call has been made for the voices of kinship care families to be central to comprehensive new policy for social, welfare and service supports. This was highlighted at policy workshop – hosted by Kinship Care Ireland – and attended by kinship carers, stakeholders and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.
The most inspiring adult learning initiatives on the island of Ireland were honoured at the 2024 STAR Awards — Showcasing Teamwork, Awarding Recognition —run by AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation of Ireland.
Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in men and women in Ireland. For many with premature heart disease and stroke, this can be delayed or even prevented. We have established 8 Heart Healthy Habits that can help you to keep on top of your heart health.
The latest annual Barnardos and ALDI Ireland Food Insecurity Research was launched. The research found that food insecurity in families with children is worsening. The research found that food insecurity in families with children is worsening.
Time to Reflect is the findings from a survey commissioned by Irish Hospice Foundation to explore the impact of COVID-19 and public health measures on the experiences and perceptions of the Irish population in relation to dying, death, and bereavement during this time.
Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde has announced the route and schedule of her upcoming, first-of-its-kind ‘Whole Wild World Bus Tour’, which will bring children’s writers and illustrators to schools, libraries, bookshops and cultural venues all along the west coast of Ireland this April.
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