[…]Unions and societies has been incredible. Students have shown that they are engaged with and understand the issues, and these figures demonstrate the determination of our members to effect change.” Drives took place in campuses across Ireland, led by students’ unions as part of a co-ordinated national […]
[…]to all aspects of sexual health. Talking about sex related issues is still a taboo subject in Ireland and we want to break through these barriers and encourage people to practice safer sex and to look after their sexual health Sexuality is an integral part of being human, whether lesbian, gay, bisexual, straight or however you define yourself. A healthy sexual relationship can contribute to an overall sense of wellbeing”. Sinead Tuite, Patient Partnership, MSD: “It is important that young women are informed about the wide range of contraceptive options available to them and that they discuss their personal needs […]
[…]can apply for. 15 UO9 Promotional Packs Congress Notes: That the USI distribute thousands of promotional packs for campaigns including and not limited to SHAG Week , Mental Health Week , Fresher Packs etc. Congress Further Notes: That MO’s have no knowledge of the cost involved and the unit pricing of such packs. Congress Believes: That communication is vital in the deliverance and pricing of such packs onto MO campuses Congress Mandates: The USI President and related Officer board members to release itemised cost analysis of all materials distributed to MOs for Campaigns/SHAG Week/Mental Health Week etc . […]
[…]proud track record of delivery and of working together with students’ unions across Northern Ireland, and across these islands with NUS and USI, as part of our trilateral agreement. “I also want to take this opportunity to thank all campaigners who worked with NUS-USI to deliver this excellent result.” Now, more than ever students in the North feel the importance of being represented fairly by their National Union, speaking on this, UUSU President, Kevin McStravock said: “I’m really pleased that UUSU members have voted overwhelmingly to remain affiliated to NUS-USI. The collective student voice has never been more important, we’re […]
[…]representative body for the 374,000 students in third level education on the Island of Ireland, and is a member of the national civil society campaign, Together For Yes. USI has been campaigning for the decriminalisation of abortion in Ireland since 1979. In 2015, USI mobilised students to vote in Marriage Equality seeing the largest youth voter turnout for any vote in the history of the […]
