[…]Unions and student LGBTQ societies demonstrated outside the Russian Embassy in Dublin at 11am today (Wednesday, February 5th). There was a crowd of 50 + people that braved the bad weather to show solidarity and fight for human rights. The demonstration is taking place two days before the Winter Olympic Games commence in Sochi. Organisers of the demonstration wish Irish athletes the very best of luck in the Games. Today’s demonstration shows our solidarity with Russian LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) people. The demonstration called for: President Putin to pledge not to arrest anyone who is shown to be […]
[…]floating voters will support candidates committed to addressing the core issues impacting on the lives of young people today. We are encouraging young people to use their vote next Friday to ensure politicians hear their voice,” said James Doorley, NYCI Deputy Director. Need for candidates to engage with young voters “We also call on candidates to communicate with young voters and outline what they plan to do to address the concerns and needs of young people. The 2011 general election saw a 12% increase in voter turnout for young people on the previous general election. With large numbers of young […]
[…]students and a medium sized college have the power to sway this referendum. It is particularly crucial that we maximise student turn-out when we know from poll after poll and referendums that were held on campuses that young people are more in favour of marriage equality than older generations. Over 90% of students are in favour of marriage equality. To hold this referendum any later than May 1st would be an act of folly on the part of the Government – none of us want to be watching the votes coming in wishing that more people could have voted yes […]
[…]the current crisis and referred to the issues that our members will face in the coming months. Breaking the barriers to accessing education has never been so important. The need for financial support for our members is clear. The uncertainty about the new year’s format is a major concern, but the executive team will ensure we do our all to represent students. As a movement, we cannot afford to become complacent. There are issues hurtling down the track at us and we need to tackle them head-on.” Just this morning, the USI teamed up with national housing charity, Threshold to […]
[…]how our actions and decisions go beyond a simple cup of coffee and have a positive impact on the world we live in.” USI Vice President for Equality & Citizenship, Aisling Cusack added: “Students have responded to the need to reduce single use plastics and cut down on waste – and now we’re beginning to focus on what we’re putting inside our shopping baskets and inside our reusable cups – because it’s what’s inside that counts. Fairtrade fortnight will inspire us all to push harder for global trade justice.” Ireland is the heaviest tea drinkers per capita in the world, […]
