[…]the issues of marriage equality, and to mobilise students to vote on polling day. It is the platform for students to build support for the referendum and put students in the centre of history”. Student case studies will be on-hand at the event to discuss their reasons for seeking a yes vote – including engaged same-sex couples A website and video will be released at the event and will be available for linking and download. Annie Hoey, USI VP for Equality and Citizenship, will be available for interview Laura Harmon, USI President, will be available for […]
[…]to the Student Assistance Fund as part of their pre-budget submission, as well as ongoing lobby efforts. Reacting to the announcement, USI president Síona Cahill said: “The high cost of attending Gaeltacht courses, school placement and masters costs are a big deterrent for those entering the profession, and hugely affects diversity of those who end up teaching in our classrooms. Whilst this funding will certainly be welcome, the department needs to act fast with long term solutions to ease the Teacher supply crisis. The government needs to strongly consider reinstating the Gaeltacht grant which was erased in 2012, and would […]
[…]Ireland. Websites like Daft.ie are useful for renting, while Students’ Union Facebook groups or free websites like homes.usi.ie for digs are useful sources to find […]
[…]or convicted of a crime. This intolerable, abusive behaviour has happened repeatedly, with this latest large-scale leaking and sharing of private images being particularly invasive. USI is demanding a commitment from Government to tackle this issue, which has left many people vulnerable and damaged as a result. However, legislation is only part of what is needed to tackle this issue; there must be a cultural shift too. Victim blaming, shaming and the use of degrading language and ‘slut-shaming’ must stop. Consent extends to the sharing of images and conversations, as well as physical intimacy. USI will continue to work and […]
[…]scary when you’re in college. Drop down to your local SU if you’re having difficulty finding accommodation, with your landlord or managing your money. Here are some support available to you: USI & RTB Accommodation and finance guide, 2018 Threshold – Is a national charity that offer advice and are working towards ending homelessness RTB – Residential tenancy board have an online dispute service if you’re having troubles with your landlord MABS – A money advice and budgeting services which is free, confidential and independent. Click the link below to find out more about USI affiliated college rental […]
