[…]an exacerbation of the situation. In order to ensure that this apparent misconduct is put behind us and that student confidence in policing of lawful demonstrations by An Garda Síochána can be restored, we have asked for a meeting with the Garda Commissioner at the earliest possible date to discuss our concerns with […]
[…]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 LGBTI+ community here in Ireland will no longer be stuck for words in our native language”, stated Moninne Griffith, Executive Director, BeLonG To Youth Services. “We now […]
[…]has actively disinvested in third-level education. Education is a right, not a privilege. Thousands of students have mobilised against student loans, to defend the SUSI grant, and to demand that Government publicly fund Higher Education.” In a September 2018 High Court ruling, Mr Justice Richard Humphreys stated that; “In the modern world, it is difficult and in some cases impossible to earn one’s livelihood without access to higher education and vocational training.” This was subsequently challenged by Minister for Education, Joe McHugh TD. The Union of Students in Ireland, alongside the European Students’ Union (ESU), are supporting the […]
[…]line it’s great to see a resounding yes vote from ITTSU. ITTSU are strong activists on their campus and on a national level. We’re delighted that we will continue to work with ITTSU on national student issues.” Speaking at the count today, referendum campaign lead and Vice President for the Dublin Region, Aisling Cusack, said, “It’s great to see the Students’ Union campaign alongside students and USI for a yes to USI. This is one of the highest yes votes we have received to date and it shows just how valuable USI is to students. Thank you to everyone who […]
[…]brilliant to re-affirm our membership with USI. I’m absolutely delighted that the work that USI has done and plans to do is recognised by the students. Maynooth students want to take the lead in the fight for publicly funded education, and that’s what they said here today.” TOTAL VOTES CAST: 2,142 YES: 2,027 NO: 90 QUORUM: […]
