[…]COVID-19 crisis planning on the back of the worrying information revealed in the survey, according to ICOS and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). One-in-five third-level international students have lost their jobs but are unable to access the Pandemic Unemployment Payment, according to the research among third-level and English language students about their wellbeing during COVID-19. As well as job losses, the pandemic is having a serious impact on international students getting part-time jobs and enough hours to support their studies, many are even struggling to obtain a PPS Number, while 67 per cent of international students say they […]
[…]will be another very challenging time for students. There is a lot to do and as we look forward to coming out of COVID, we will need to ensure that we focus on student well-being and how the pandemic has impacted students. There is a lot to consider whether it’s mental health concerns or the impact on their academic achievements and much more. “Apart from myself and NUS-USI President, Ellen Fearon, there will be a whole new team and that will give us a good opportunity to reflect on where we are and to make new, exciting plans for the […]
[…]but not necessarily criminal should also be reported. We would urge anyone who has felt uncomfortable or feel that the taxi driver was inappropriate, particularly sexually, make a complaint here to the Transport Authority detailing the behaviour.’ For further information call the 24 hour Rape Crisis helpline on 1800 778 888 if you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence. Read the “Say Something” Report conducted by USI and supported by COSC (National Office for the Prevention of Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence). For more information on USI contact USI Communications & Research Executive Grainne O’Reilly on 087-6776636, or […]
Sexual assault is a “stark reality” on college campuses in Ireland and today students are taking a series of actions aimed at demanding a stop to gender-based sexual violence in third level education. The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) is teaming up with the National Women’s Council (NWCI) to take a stand against sexual violence and harassment in Irish universities and colleges through the ‘It Stops Now’ campaign. Students’ Unions in numerous institutions are leading members in actions including poster-blasts, murals and banner-drops. The campaign is part of a host of International Women’s Week activities across Ireland and globally. […]
