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[…]TENI seeks to improve the situation and advance the rights and equality of trans people and their families. TENI is dedicated to ending transphobia, including stigma, discrimination and inequality and continues in the struggle for social, political and legal recognition of trans people in Ireland. BeLonG To Youth Services is the national organisation supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI+) young people in Ireland. Since 2003, BeLonG To has worked with LGBTI+ young people to create a world where they are equal, safe and valued in the diversity of their identities and experiences. BeLonG To responds to the needs of […]
[…]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 […]
[…]ring-fence of just €3m as an investment into mental health services and counselling services on campus, we would see a small step in preventing the death of students.’ USI is campaigning for the Government to properly fund third-level counselling in Budget 2018, and to ring-fence €3m into these services. The union is also calling for the Government to ring-fence funding of €37.5m annually and to put emphasis on local 24/7 crisis intervention […]
[…]year old single mother, mature student in Trinity College, TSM Geography/Sociology, 2nd year: “I am a 33 year old mature student, studying TSM Geography and Sociology in Trinity. I am also a single Mother to a 6 year old girl. As we live with my parents, who both work, I do not qualify for a SUSI Grant. My course is full time MON -FRI so I work part time from FRI-SUN every weekend all year to try and save as much as I can to pay my student contribution (currently €3000). I rarely have even half of it saved as […]
[…]and one part-time elected officers are supported to carry out their duties by a small team of six staff. Background to the post In the current housing market, students are competing with those who can pay higher rents where there is already a shortage in housing. This gives rise to homelessness, overcrowding and health and safety risks with a wider impact on labour mobility. Short-term solutions are needed to relieve the crisis and free-up the already overcrowded rental market. USI continues to be proactive in alleviating the negative consequences of this issue. In developing this area of work, USI is […]
[…]we say that the job of the colleges is to fulfill the educational needs of Irish society first and international league tables a distant priority. Research, teaching and the outcomes from them are equally important – and if we believe in a fair funding solution for higher education, that means increased investment from public funds. Teachers unions TUI and IFUT agree with us, and we’re supported in our plans by SIPTU.” -Ends- The Union of Students in Ireland argues that: a) Fees for college in Ireland are already the second highest in Europe, despite the pretense that a system of […]
[…]who wish to study their undergraduates or postgraduates in the UK, or do the Erasmus exchange programme there.” USI said new border controls between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland could potentially damage years of progress in peace, economic and social relations between Ireland and the UK, and Ibec has said the return of border controls could disrupt the commercial activity between the north and south of Ireland and undermine the all-island […]
[…]who wish to study their undergraduates or postgraduates in the UK, or do the Erasmus exchange programme there.” USI said new border controls between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland could potentially damage years of progress in peace, economic and social relations between Ireland and the UK, and Ibec has said the return of border controls could disrupt the commercial activity between the north and south of Ireland and undermine the all-island […]
[…]of the reality of the Eighth Amendment, no Students’ Union has indicated that they wish to campaign to keep the Eighth Amendment. “We issued letters to all members of the Cabinet asking for a May date for referendum, and no later. A May vote will ensure thousands of young people turning 18 during their last year of secondary school can vote. If a referendum extends any further past May, they will be sitting state examinations.” The Union also raised concern about the thousands of students who are encouraged to seek J1 visas will not be in the country to vote, […]
[…]is vital we come together in these struggling times to stand up against the increasing impact and damage that is happening to the Carlow economy and families living here”. Some key matters that were openly discussed was be the strong sense of belonging many students associate with Carlow, and local TDs were invited to speak about the issues facing the community as a whole. The main focus of the event was to show mutual support for the most financially vulnerable families and members of the community. Carlow College SU President Niamh Coffey said: “We here at Carlow College Students Union […]
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[…]to students by USI Laura Harmon, USI President, will be available at the information drive at 11.30am on Wednesday 6 August. Students who have experienced difficulty finding accommodation, student welfare officers who support them and student leaders will be distributing information at St. Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre between 11.30am and 1pm on Wednesday 6th August and subsequently in Shopping Centres around the Greater Dublin […]
[…]term, on them as they progress through education and graduate beyond college level. Systems, structures, legislation, as well as societal attitude and expectation heavily impact our female members trajectory, and ability to succeed throughout their lives. USI sees this as a fundamental moment in which the status quo, and the rate of change of mechanisms to advance equality, need to be challenged, improved, and re-energised. As the largest union in the country, USI sees its role as being integral to developing the National Women’s Strategy, particularly for a key cohort of female-identifying students between 18 and 24, who will have […]
[…]to contribute in some way myself as soon as I was ready. ‘I went from 0-60km from the “Mammy I won’t be bringing home any lads from America” to my activism on the lead up to Marriage Equality, but the work is far from done when it comes to acceptance, education and legal rights for many of our young people.’ Cahil went on to say, ‘Coming out and figuring it out is an imperfect, ongoing journey, and it is imperative on all of us, LGBTI+ or not, to work harder to make the society we live and work in a […]
[…]51% of Irish students who expect to have to emigrate after they complete their degrees, or their families. Well-meaning platitudes and broad non-commitments just won’t cut it for the thousands of qualified graduates whose options are – the dole queue or the departure lounge. That’s on the 5th of September, we the Union of Students in Ireland (USI), along with ICTU (Irish Congress of Trade Unions) and ISSU (Irish Secondary Students’ Union) offered solutions with our joint policy paper “Investing in a future that Works”. The paper sets out deliverable policy proposals that will ensure young people: Can make a […]
[…]our part in particular, USI will work to ensure that this hatred stays out of our campuses and that all students are able to be safe in this country. USI is proud to represent the international students in our colleges and universities and we believe their inclusion in the higher education system in Ireland is vital and beneficial for all […]
[…]are rising, with more and more students having to turn to the already pressurised private rental market. Government support for people to rent a room to students is welcome, and we’re promoting the fact of the up-to €12,000 tax free allowance for people prepared to rent their rooms to relieve the crisis.” USI is also warning that student supports need to be examined in light of accommodation issues. “The student assistance fund and the adjacency rates for grants are not sufficient to deal with the issues we will be facing in a few months time. Increased student supports […]
[…]human and social right to live, learn and study in a peaceful environment. USI will protest and campaign against the current Russian attack and this blatant act of expansionism that has already led to many deaths, both civilian and otherwise. USI is firmly anti-war, and we urge all Students’ Unions and students to join protests and demonstrations against this current aggression. USI welcomes the removal of the visa requirements for Ukrainian citizens entering Ireland. However, we strongly call for Ukrainians without documentation to also have the right to safe sanctuary in Ireland. We continue to stand firmly against the current […]
[…]said new border controls between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland could potentially damage years of progress in peace, economic and social relations between Ireland and the UK, and Ibec has said the return of border controls could disrupt the commercial activity between the north and south of Ireland and undermine the all-island […]
[…]can avail of this opportunity with benefits for all.” This call is part of an ongoing campaign, supported by the Irish Government which encourages families and individuals who have a spare room in their home to avail of an opportunity to earn up to €14,000 tax free earnings through renting out spare rooms to students. Homeowners can rent out rooms or provide digs on 5 or 7 days a week basis for the academic year. Most new and returning students will migrate to their colleges in less than 6 weeks, and many still need accommodation. USI continues to track significant […]
[…]effects associated with New Psychoactive Substance misuse. The harm reduction messages in this campaign are paramount: ultimately to reduce harm and to ensure that people who choose to take NPS are aware of the importance of testing in small doses, taking NPS in safe controlled environments, and taking time out between sessions. These posters will be sent to colleges across Ireland and we hope to continue and advocate this conversation with our members.” Dr. Eamon Keenan, HSE National Clinical Lead for Addiction services added: ‘We are very pleased to be working in conjunction with the Union of Students of Ireland […]
[…]This situation will only continue to escalate with the development of the new DIT Grangegorman campus. Empty dwellings currently under the control of NAMA now need to also be actively considered. Finally, this further strengthens the case for the protection of the student maintenance grant and student supports in October’s Budget. As the cost of college continues to become more and more difficult to bear for families, Minister Quinn must not impose any further hits to their already stretched budgets”. Joe O’Connor, USI President Tom Lenihan, TCD Students’ Union President Glenn Fitzpatrick, DIT Students’ Union President James Duffy, NCI Students’ […]
[…]election, if action is not taken. A lack of action on these issues will directly impact how USI campaigns in the next general election and our message to this Government is loud and clear: Change or be changed. USI’s four key demands for students: Complete overhaul of the student accommodation system and construction of affordable student accommodation. Permanently abolishing the Student Contribution Charge from budget 2025. A robust plan for a state-funded solution to the national housing crisis. Ending the Government’s complicity in the ongoing genocide in Gaza – directly intervening in the International Court of Justice case against […]
[…]president, said. “I’d strongly advise students to turn up for a day of commercial, PR and marketing education, as well as innovation and mentoring. Tickets start from €5 – well worth-it considering the plethora of advice and expertise you get from the biggest powerhouse businesspeople across the world.” Click here to book tickets to the Student Summit […]
[…]is regarded as the most influential list of top performing third level institutions in the world. It is deeply disappointing and reputationally damaging that no Irish university has made it into the top 200 in this year’s list. Such a failure means that Irish universities will face greater problems attempting to attract research investment and overseas students. These issues will damage the ability of the sector to perform and in the long run undermine our society and economy. Urgent action must be taken to stop the rot in our university sector.” “Eight years of funding cuts have put higher education […]
[…]publication – Locked out? Investing in a Future for Youth – launched today at 11.30am, DIT Aungier Street. The document is the result of a collaborative process between all three organisations, collectively representing more than one million people and includes a number of key demands: · National Jobs Strategy for Young People · Jobs Stimulus · Major investment in the Youth Guarantee · A legal framework for work placements · The creation of a new Career Information Service · Creating a new National skills map Speaking on behalf of the Congress Youth Committee, Lorraine Mulligan said: “We cannot afford to lose a generation to precarious work, joblessness or […]
[…]the venture through TV, Radio and press interviews and in digital social media. The Deal Effect marketing and PR team will be supplementing this with engaging stories and conversations in social media. Check out the Merchant Referral Scheme on the website and follow Deal Effect on Twitter and Like it on Facebook to interact, get updates and share content. #GiveBack11 All SU members of Deal Effect are actively encouraged to use all of these opportunities to increase awareness of Deal Effect and thus drive the necessary growth in the subscriber base that is needed to make the venture successful for […]
[…]second national council of the year. 13 UO9 USI ENGAGEMENT WITH EVENTS & MARKETING Congress acknowledges: That many Students’ Unions undertake events and marketing functions in many ways, such as running nights out and seeking discounts and complimentary goods and services or their members. Congress also acknowledges: The need to establish a value on what the collective body of students is and observe the working calendars of the students and commercial markets to ensure that there is ample time to seize opportunities. Congress notes with concern: The lack of an adequate support structure for Sabbatical Officers with this type […]
[…]Please note: Applicants must put ‘Student Summit 16’ in the video title before their name and ‘application’ at the end. For example, ‘Student Summit 16 John Smith application’. What we are looking for: New product ideas, new business ideas or new service ideas – either at infancy or development stage. Rules of Application: All applicants must be second or third level students. All applicants must be the owners or founders of the company that the application is for OR they must own the intellectual rights to the product idea they have. All applicants must follow the format of the submission […]
[…]in Ireland and share a positive message of inclusion, diversity, equality and togetherness. This campaign has been running since 2018 and now more than ever we need to stand against racism and show that Ireland will not tolerate racism, xenophobia and far-right ideologies. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “Today, we are joining INAR and supporting the #TogetherAgainstRacism campaign. USI joins INAR and all its members in calling for an end to racism, xenophobia and far-right ideologies and we stand in solidarity with those affected. “For many years USI has been leading social change and working on social justice issues. Today, we also want to reiterate […]
[…]on him to take action on the key issues that prevent many from accessing third level education. Among the actions demanded is an end to the €3,000 student contribution fee – the highest such charge in the EU – starting with an immediate €500 reduction in Budget 2021 which is due to be announced next month. Discussing the Education for All campaign, which launches today (September 21), USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “The student contribution charge is a major barrier to many people on the island of Ireland accessing higher education. Today, students are calling on their TDs to sign our […]
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[…]day of action is also calling for an end to tuition fees in Northern Ireland, which are also among the highest in Europe and an overhaul of student supports for students who need them. Almost 500 students have registered to take part in the USI virtual protest on Zoom at 1pm on today. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Craig McHugh said: “Students are highlighting a range of issues through these actions today, from having the highest fees in the EU to paying some of the highest rents in Europe. We saw this year how reliant many higher education institutions have […]
[…]circumstances should never prevent a worthy student from accessing a high-quality education in a world-class institution. If we, as a people, are committed to this ideal then now is the time to demonstrate it. On behalf of the Union of Students in Ireland and the 354,000 students we represent on both sides of the border, we ask that you take the necessary action to help Erica and the thousands like her who deserve support. Le meas, Annie Hoey President The Union of Students in Ireland Jack Leahy Deputy President The Union of Students in […]
[…]will be addressed by TDs and speakers from the organising groups, as well as by Irish actor Liam Cunningham who will recite a poem by renowned Palestinian poet, Refaat Alareer, who was killed in the Israeli attacks on Gaza in December. The motion calls on the Government to ‘take its obligations under the genocide convention seriously and support South Africa in its efforts to stop a genocide in Gaza by intervening in the case at the ICJ as a matter of urgency at the earliest possible opportunity’. It quotes Article 1 of the Genocide Convention, which places an obligation on […]
[…]that there is a seat made available for youth/student representation. 2. Targeted social media campaign According to the My World Survey, 77% of young people surveyed reported they would be likely to use the internet as a source of help. It is vital we are reaching out to young people where they are searching for information and support. We recommend that the National Office for Suicide Prevention would coordinate and fund a specific targeted campaign that would use social media as a platform to engage young people on the issue on suicide prevention, the signs of suicide, how to support […]
[…]already been forced out of the accommodation market by spiralling rents. As part of their campaign to address this major cost of attending college, the USI, representing over 374,000 members, has voted to join the Alliance for Insurance Reform. The Alliance for Insurance Reform brings together 30 civic and business organisations from across Ireland, representing over 36,000 members, 640,000 employees and 493,000 volunteers in highlighting the negative impact of persistently high premiums and calling for real action to tackle the issue. President of USI, Lorna Fitzpatrick notes, “Students are massively struggling with the cost of education, from […]
[…]helped create the Share the gLove initiative and is a student who plays Gaelic football for Eoghan Rua, Coleraine said: “This initiative will help everyone to feel accepted and welcome into the GAA community. The Share the gLove campaign will aim to use the high profile platform that GAA sports provides to show solidarity and support for LGBT+ players and fans. Share the gLove provides an open goal for people to do show their support for the LGBT+ community as well as the mental health charity, Aware NI. “The Out in Sport research carried out by NUS, examining LGBT students’ […]
[…]and how this experience will inspire her in the future – “I have worked on major national campaigns during my time at USI, such as the marriage referendum campaign, where we registered over 40,000 students to vote, and the #MakeGraTheLaw hash tag reached international audiences and media, had a ripple effect of positivity in the LGBT community, and, ultimately, was a contributor to the outcome of the referendum. “I also organised Pink Training, the biggest LGBT training event in Europe, for the past two years, and hope to transfer the skills from these experience to my role as President of […]
[…]secure employment, taking vital skills with them. Initiatives like the Youth Guarantee scheme are crucial to tackling youth unemployment in Ireland, but they need substantial investment. Emigration is not a fix for this crisis. Ireland’s youth want the opportunity to work and to contribute to the economic recovery of our nation. USI is calling on the Government to find real solutions to this very real problem.” Attempts to link the Back to Education Allowance closer to the employment market are welcome, and the National Skills Map recently proposed by USI, ICTU and ISSU could be utilised in order to do this. […]
[…]Vice President for Welfare Denise McCarthy said: “As students and families struggle to cope with the ever-increasing cost of college and brace themselves for a harsh Budget, USI’s Student Finance Guide is intended to provide information on how they can best manage college finances. The expert advice on managing debt and savings included in the guide will help families to budget for tuition fees, rent and the living costs. The guide also features easy-to-use budget sheets so that students can keep track of income and expenditure. Information is provided on all available financial supports for students. USI strives to make […]
[…]and the rest of Europe, companies must prove substances are safe before they are brought to market whereas in America, substances can be used until they are proven to be unsafe.” 99% of the substances banned by the EU are still legal in the US. The EU has banned over 1,200 substances in cosmetic sales, but the US has only banned 12. In terms of privacy, the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement was rejected by the European Parliament in 2012 because it was seen to infringe on people’s right to privacy by requiring internet service providers to monitor their customer’s online activity. […]
[…]and the rest of Europe, companies must prove substances are safe before they are brought to market whereas in America, substances can be used until they are proven to be unsafe.” 99% of the substances banned by the EU are still legal in the US. The EU has banned over 1,200 substances in cosmetic sales, but the US has only banned 12. In terms of privacy, the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement was rejected by the European Parliament in 2012 because it was seen to infringe on people’s right to privacy by requiring internet service providers to monitor their customer’s online activity. […]
[…]to achieve a Gaisce Award at any level too. Through a partnership with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, Gaisce Awards are also recognised internationally. Since its inception in 1985, over 370,000 young people have participated in the Gaisce programme. Today, more than 25,000 young people register for the Gaisce challenge each year, pursuing the award through more than 850 organisations (Gaisce Award Partners) located right across the country. In any one year, Gaisce supports these organisations and the more than 1,200 President Award Leaders (PALs) working and volunteering in them to mentor young people through their Gaisce journey. Gaisce […]
[…]the internal work being done to make USI a more climate conscious organisation including being named as an SDG champion, working towards being a paperless office and being named a Fairtrade office. Congress mandates The USI Executive team work to make USI events and campaigns more sustainable and aim to ensure USIs work is as close to carbon neutral as possible. USI to undertake a sustainability audit including USIs internal procedures and USIs work more broadly. Congress Further Mandates: The USI Executive Team to hold a review of all events and campaigns ran (after the event is done), that will […]
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[…]fees, Germany has 41 universities that are considered by the Times Higher Education to be among the best in the world. In France, where they have registration fees of under €200, there are 27. 70% of the 2015 college graduates in the UK are not expected to ever repay their college loans, according to The Institute of Fiscal Studies. USI is urging anyone interested in supporting the demonstration in support of a publicly-funded education on the 19th October to visit […]
[…]Registration & Civic Engagement Mental Health & Wellbeing Reproductive Rights & Sexual Violence Language Rights USI President Joe O’Connor said; ‘In 1959, the students of Ireland built their Union on the principles “for the defense, promotion and organisation of the fundamental educational, welfare, economic, political, social, cultural and other interests of all the students in Ireland on a national and international level.” Today our principles are the same as they were almost 55 years ago, Ireland has changed as has its students but our core values remain the same. We work to improve student life across the board and to […]
[…]Students’ Union, SIPTU, IMPACT, TUI, IFUT and the National Youth Council of Ireland. USI is campaigning for the Government to rule out any possible introduction of an income contingent loan scheme in Budget 2018, and to reduce the Student Contribution Charge by a minimum of €250 and invest €1.26bn into higher education over the next decade in a bid to make the brave decision to publicly invest in third-level […]
[…]long commutes will negatively affect the quality of their college experience. “We should follow international examples and seek innovative solutions to accommodation shortages. The Irish economy has shown strong signs of recovery over the past few years with the rate of unemployment falling at its lowest level in over 5 years. GDP also grew by almost 5% in 2014 and will grow by 4.9% this year. Ireland remains the fastest growing economy in Europe. It needs to keep accommodation, and student accommodation, at an affordable rate to keep Ireland attractive to foreign investors and students.” The Dáil’s committee on housing […]
