[…]orientation in Ireland. In recent times, Ireland has developed a reputation as something of a world leader on LGBT rights, particularly with the introduction of marriage equality and our groundbreaking Gender Recognition Act. Yet how we express our identity as LGBT people and and how we express our Irish identity often seemed like separate, rather than intersecting, areas of Irish life. This list, which includes such terms as Trasinscneach (Transgender) and Neamh-dhénártha (Non-Binary), highlights the vibrancy and inclusivity of the Irish language for use in identifying and expressing ourselves.” “The launch of ‘An Foclóir Aiteach’ means that members of the […]
[…]of students said the high cost of college causes them anxiety or stress 72% of students are struggling financially to stay in college 40% are on a maintenance grant If fees go up, 63% of students said they won’t be able to attend college Which part of college fees do you struggle the most with? Rent (23.6%) Books, equipment and stationary (7.1%) Registration fee of €3,000 (41%) Laptop/ Printer (1.4%) Food, drink and living costs (17%) Transport (10.4%) How do you pay for your college fees? My parents pay (35.4%) I’m on a loan (7.5%) Grants (30%) I have a […]
[…]€3m per annum to tackle future mental health crisis on campus. The urgent call comes ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th as tax cuts dominate the outcomes of Budget 2018 due to be released tomorrow by Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe. USI President Michael Kerrigan said, ‘Budget 2018 should focus on improving mental health supports, and not on tax cuts. Waiting lists for on third-level counselling services are currently seeing students waiting for up to six weeks to see a counsellor. Students are facing depression, anxiety, loneliness, substance misuse, and suicidal behaviour and can’t get the support they […]
[…]should stop at secondary school. They talked about wanting to make Ireland the best place in the world to be a child, but between the cost of going to college, the lack of student accommodation and no mention of specific supports for students, it seems like they want to hand young people a plane ticket along with their Leaving Cert. results. “While we welcome the repeat of the €1,000 Student Contribution Charge and the 33 per cent reduction in apprenticeship fees, and the slight increase in the minimum wage, there has been no move that will fundamentally do anything to […]
