[…]trial Halawa in a mass trial along with almost 500 other people, a process USI said is deeply unjust and unfair. “A mass trial in itself is a complete violation of human rights, dignity and justice.” USI President, Annie Hoey, said. “The fact that the trial has been postponed for 15 times is deferring the outcome of the trial, which has, in the meantime lead to further erosion of basic, constitutional liberties and international governmental responsibilities. We are asking students to join us at Amnesty International Ireland’s protest today, between 5:30pm and 7pm outside the Egyptian embassy, to stand in […]
[…]is charged by the Comhairle Náisiúnta with the oversight of USI’s Governance structures, and USI’s continued journey towards compliance with best governance […]
[…]plans. USI members attended today’s protest at Dáil Eireann organised by Neuro Pride Ireland, and the union is completely opposed to the changes that disability groups say will not help break down the barriers that face people trying to enter the workforce and will only leave them financially worse-off. Government should be looking to address the societal challenges that people with disabilities face in engaging with education, including third-level, and in developing meaning careers, says USI. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, James Curry said: “USI is proud to attend today’s protest and support students with disabilities and disabled […]
[…]for much more money than EU students. Students from overseas pay enormous fees to study in Ireland, and Brexit may well make Ireland even more attractive. – USI has always welcomed students from across the world, and entirely understands the attractiveness of Ireland as a place to study. We are concerned by the prospect of students from overseas being exploited to alleviate the underinvestment in Ireland. As supporters of the local economy in this country, we worry that we are in danger of creating a college system which can’t afford to cater for the educational needs of Irish students, but […]
[…]and living standards. This survey is intended to form the basis for a campaign to be rolled out by USI and SIPTU. We want to hear from you! ⏳ This survey takes approximately 5 minutes to complete and will give your National Union the data we need to advocate for improved working and living standards! The Survey is available here […]
