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[…]meet Department of Justice requirements. However, international students are now required by the Health Insurance Authority (HIA) to have private health insurance. No other group in the country is required to have private health insurance. In order to rectify this anomaly and ensure equality for all students, Senator Malcolm Byrne has introduced a Seanad Private Members Bill titled the Health Insurance (International Students) (Amendment) Bill 2021. This Bill is a simple Bill and would remove international students from the definition of ordinarily resident, thereby removing the legal requirement for them to have very expensive private health insurance and allowing them access more affordable and tailored insurance that meets all requirements. We would […]
[…]last year. 15.4 % of children aged 11-13 and 19.5% of young adults aged 19-24 have had a mental health disorder and 75% of mental health difficulties arise before age 25, according to an RCSI study on mental health of young people in Ireland. “Students and young people have been repeatedly told there isn’t money to invest in the services they need – be it education, decent work or anything else.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President, said. “We’ve had the word ‘recovery’ jammed down our throats for 12 months and now they are stripping funding from a vital, under supported […]
[…]within a full term of Government. In the context of a 48% shortage in child and adolescent mental health service staff and lack of 24/7 mental health services across the country, full implementation cannot wait any […]
[…]reminds students how a good cuppa and talk with someone they trust can really improve their mental health. By having these chats about mental health gives us the courage to say things aren’t okay and that we need help. Seeking help and talking about our mental health is a sign of strength.” Campaign partner and Project Manager from Walk In My Shoes, Amanda McArdle, said, “We know that 75% of all mental health difficulties begin before 24 years of age, so it is hugely important to encourage students at third level to start the conversation around mental health. The students […]
[…]and increasingly recognise binge drinking as a major contributing factor to poor mental health. It’s very encouraging to see the USI are taking the lead to raise awareness of the strong link between binge drinking and poor mental health amongst their peers and it’s a significant sign of their commitment to this issue that they are also introducing training and policies to colleges and universities that will help protect students from alcohol harm.” -Ends- Notes: The campaign will launch at 11am at the National College of Ireland, Mayor Square, Dublin 1 Speaking at the launch will be Greg O’Donoghue, Suzanne […]
[…]2019. This is a large piece of research and will provide a much-needed insight into student mental health. It is the first of its kind looking specifically at student mental health across Ireland. We got a great response to that survey with over 3300 people completing it. While this is not a large enough sample to be considered nationally representative, the results still hold value and point to areas of concern for students. We also hope to carry out several flash surveys that will give us a glimpse into specific issues for example the experience of international students or those […]
[…]Club, Dublin. The Open Up campaign encourages third level students to talk more about their mental health to friends, classmates, family and teachers, as well as to mental health and medical professionals when needed. USI Vice President for Welfare, Somhairle Brennan said: “The aim of the campaign is to encourage students to normalise conversations about how they are feeling and to check-in with one another about their mental health. The theme of the campaign also covers the challenges of society opening up post-pandemic and acknowledges of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on student mental health.” USI will travel to […]
[…]services and related supports in their area.” Voters can contact their local candidates via www.mentalhealthreform.ie. Join the conversation […]
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[…]in mental health services, this represents an increase of just 3% in revenue funding for mental health, much less than the 7.4% increase in revenue spending for the health budget as a whole. This Government’s allocation will do little to redress the decades of neglect of Ireland’s mental health services, let alone put in place the foundations for a modern mental health system. In an act of community just five months ago, the #IAmAReason campaign rallied together to share our stories and to share what kind of impact cuts to and underdevelopment of mental health services means for real people. […]
[…]or outside of the college setting Self-care tips/advice Homesickness Erasmus LGBTI+ and mental health Disability and mental health Mature student experience Specific mental health difficulties Recovery Life after college Ideas on things people/leaders could do to improve student’s mental health at third level Submitting the blog Email your blog to Aoife at mentalhealth@usi.ie . Once you submit the blog you will receive notification of receipt of it within two working days. If the blog needs further editing you will be fully involved in the process. Selected blogs for publication will receive a €25 euro one for all voucher as a thank you. […]
[…]they’re doing.” Sarah Surgenor, Communications Manager at St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services said: “Mental health issues are experienced by every family in Ireland. It’s something we all know about. ‘Chats for Change’ encourages students to begin this conversation and we’re delighted to be on hand to give mental health advice to students at various colleges throughout the country this […]
[…]cuts to their funding by Universities and Institutes of Technology.” USI has developed a Mental Health Directory containing a list of mental health support services in Ireland. Download here. ENDS For more information contact Communications and Research Executive Grainne O Reilly on 087 6776636 or 01 […]
[…]education providers, they also have a responsibility to protecting and promoting students mental health and wellbeing. Since July 2017 the HSE have provided funding to support the mental health project in USI. It is clear from the statistics that this project within USI to examine and advocate for services to meet the need of the growing demand is very much needed. Find out more at […]
[…]services on campus.” USI is calling on the Government to invest in third-level mental health counselling and ring-fence €3m for student counselling and supports per annum to tackle mental health on campus, and increase the academic experience for […]
[…]is set to start in July, will see USI working with key stakeholders across the country in mental health to break mental health stigma, promote services and train student leaders to identify and respond to their peers’ mental health needs. Speaking the launch of the project, USI President Annie Hoey said, “USI is proud to be partnering with the HSE, NOSP, and the Minister for Mental Health and Older People in this new exciting venture. Annually USI has run a major national third level mental health campaign, “Chats for Change” and we are excited to see the campaign develop further, […]
[…]with the Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) (multi-agency teams consisting of different mental health professionals such as community mental health nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, support time recovery workers, administration workers, psychiatrists and psychologists) to evolve a care plan that will address the key factors that have precipitated a crisis ultimately forcing individuals and students to an A&E. The environment of an A&E mixed with lack of present expertise surrounding mental and emotional health is severely damaging for students and anyone in distress. With almost 11,126 cases involving 8,708 individuals presenting to services in 2014 due to self-harm and with 487 […]
[…]students, the promotion of mental well-being, promotion of help seeking and prevention of mental health difficulties. Together, we can focus on promoting educated and positive attitudes to mental health and wellbeing and a positive approach in what we do as we lead students in looking after their own mental health and those around them”. Let’s Talk, Let’s Change Minds, Let’s Reach […]
[…]Minister with special responsibility for mental health will be launching the ‘ReCharge’ mental health campaign and ‘+Connections’ mental health support app in University College Cork on November 12th. The ‘ReCharge’ campaign is a campaign to empower and encourage students to seek support and take time to recharge their mental health. USI President Síona Cahill stated: “The importance of striving to improve mental health services at third level year on year cannot be stressed enough. The Union of Students in Ireland have always and will always host national Mental Health campaigns due to the severity of the situation and to promote […]
[…]branded Eco Cabs & digital game, promotion of STI tests and contraception choices, sexual health workshops, a sexual health magician, a chance of winning a Durex hamper and much more! Findings from the Irish Contraception & Crisis Pregnancy study (ICCP, 2010) shows that consistent use of contraception among young adults 18-25 is high and increasing with 80% saying they use contraception every time they have sex. However, 20% of 18–25 year olds did not report consistent use of contraception in the last year. The ICCP 2010 study also found that the most common reason cited by 18-25 year olds for not […]
[…]of STI services is currently under way, this needs to be sped-up, as access to important sexual health services cannot continue to be denied. At present, GMHS is Ireland’s only dedicated statutory sexual health and wellbeing service for gay and bisexual men, men who have sex with men and the trans population. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, Marie Lyons said: “Today marks 386 days that the Gay Men’s’ Health Service has been closed. That’s 386 days with no access to STI testing, 386 days of no access to PEP and PrEP, 386 days of no access to HIV Prevention, 386 days of […]
[…]Government should produce a detailed, time-lined Action Plan to continue the reform of mental health supports and improve the mental health of the whole population, ensuring that adequate funding and the structures for good governance and oversight of the plan are in place. “We are urging the government to increase funding given specifically for the provision of adequate counselling services to all third level students either through the direct employment of more counsellors or in purchasing external counselling session hours.” Donoghue said, “The next government should deliver more funding to Higher Education Institutions, specifically allocated for counselling staff and mental health […]
[…]students, who have been shown time and time again to be, as Minister Harris says “facing mental health challenges like no other” generation. The €5 million funding announced is expected to keep student mental health services at their current level. Colleges and universities in Ireland currently have just one counsellor for every 2,240 students, even though it is recommended by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services that there should be one counsellor for every 1,000 to 1,500 students. USI Vice President for Welfare, Colette Murphy said: “We had been in touch with Students’ Unions and student counselling services across the country in relation […]
[…]days easier. We’re also encouraging students who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health to avail of college support services. We are delighted to partner with mental health organisations that will help spread the message of this campaign across Ireland.” Collette Ryan, of HeadsUp said: “HeadsUp is delighted to be a partner once again in the development of the USI Mental Health pack. The theme ‘What Makes You Smile?’ fits perfectly with HeadsUp’s activities, in particular our ‘Online Skills’ and ‘Acts of Random Kindness’ available on www.headsup.ie. Sometimes it’s the little things in life that can have such a positive […]
[…]they’re doing.” Sarah Surgenor, Communications Manager at St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services said: “Mental health issues are experienced by every family in Ireland. It’s something we all know about. ‘Chats for Change’ encourages students to begin this conversation and we’re delighted to be on hand to give mental health advice to students at various colleges throughout the country this week.” For more information contact USI Communications & Research Executive Grainne O’Reilly on 087-6776636 or 01-9052100 or Denise McCarthy 087-2991265 or […]
[…]in our society. “These figures outline the urgent need for an increase in funding to mental health services.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President, said. “While we welcome the restoration of the mental health budget, there needs to be an immediate response to these statistics released by the HSE in the form of adequate funding for a nationwide 24/7 community-based crisis intervention service for people in severe distress.” A 2011 OECD study found that Ireland’s 30-day re-admission rate for schizophrenia was more than double the rate in the UK. None of the HSE community mental health services offer a 24/7 operation and […]
[…]across the island are running a day of online action aiming to shed light on student mental health and highlight how looking after your mental health is intrinsic to overall well-being. USI is also welcoming the publication on the day of the National Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Framework, which the union and its members were proud to be involved in producing. The focus of USI actions on World Mental Health Day is support and connecting with one another – from raising awareness of services that are available to students and the wider population, to checking-in with family, friends and the […]
[…]a mental health difficulty in the last year. 19.5% of young adults aged 19-24 have had a mental health disorder and 75% of mental health difficulties arise before the age of 25, according to an RCSI study on mental health of young people in Ireland. “The lack of resources for and commitment to Mental Health services in Ireland means that even though we have a strategic plan, little progress is being made and A Vision for Change is suffering as a result.” Donoghue said. “Funding was ring-fenced and was promised to help relieve the demand on mental health workers who are being pushed […]
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[…]mental health with focus on third-level institutions; Tackling • Liaise with the Department of Health in the development of policy on youth mental health with focus on third-level institutions under the rubric of the Connecting for Life; • Work with relevant authorised stakeholders to improve youth mental health with focus on third-level institutions; • Contribute to the development of a range of written resources, policy papers, guidance materials and publications; • Identify and undertake necessary duties and activities to deliver the role’s responsibilities; • Carry out other duties and activities as may reasonably be required in order to support colleagues […]
[…]late last year after lobbying by the USI as a result of the publication of our Student Mental Health report, which found that 38% of students who responded experienced extreme levels of anxiety, while 30% reported symptoms of depression. This funding was urgently needed before the pandemic and so is now required more than ever. We made additional representations to the Department and to the Minister on the need to support student mental health during this academic year so we are very glad to see that the €3 million announced in July is in addition to the €2 million. “The increase of […]
[…]late last year after lobbying by the USI as a result of the publication of our Student Mental Health report, which found that 38% of students who responded experienced extreme levels of anxiety, while 30% reported symptoms of depression. This funding was urgently needed before the pandemic and so is now required more than ever. We made additional representations to the Department and to the Minister on the need to support student mental health during this academic year so we are very glad to see that the €3 million announced in July is in addition to the €2 million. “The increase of […]
[…]information and training on promoting health and well-being including physical activity. Visit www.healthpromotion.ie or contact HSE info-line on 1850 24 1850 for details of your local health promotion department. Local sports partnerships – these are initiatives of Irish Sports Council. They promote opportunities for physical and sport for all at local level. Visit www.irishsportscouncil.ie for details of your local sport partnerships. Nutrition and Health Foundation – a multi-stakeholder organisation whose mission is to communicate evidence based information on nutrition, health and physical activity to encourage an improved and healthier society in Ireland. www.nhfireland.ie Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute – […]
SEXUAL HEALTH AND EMPOWERMENT IS IN THE HANDS OF STUDENTS USI runs a Sexual Health Health Awareness campaign and launches a survey on campuses across Ireland. Today the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) launched a Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance (SHAG) campaign running from the 10th -14th February. The campaign will include the launch of a ‘Sexual Experiences Survey’ with NUI Galway Active Consent, the distribution of 30,000 ‘SHAG Packs’, as well providing information on sexual health. The theme for this year is Sexual Empowerment amongst students. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick says: “The main focus of this campaign […]
[…]found that among students who participated in the USI National Report on Student Mental Health in Third Level Education, just under a third had received a formal diagnosis of their mental health. Most of these students received a diagnosis of depression [74%] and anxiety [73.5%]. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “This is such an important resource for students, anxiety and depression is something that an uncountable amount of students suffer from on a day to day basis. In the USI National Report on Student Mental Health in Third Level Education, we found that 34.4% of students were put on a […]
[…]to bring about positive change in public attitudes and behaviour towards people with mental health problems. www.seechange.ie About Suicide or Survive (SOS): SOS is an Irish charity focussed on breaking down the stigma associated with mental health issues and ensuring that those affected have access to quality recovery services that are right for the individual. SOS works to build a society where people embrace their mental health wellness and those with difficulties are treated with dignity and respect, and experience a service that offers them hope, a safe place and a positive future. www.suicideorsurvive.ie About Save Our Sons And Daughters […]
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[…]study carried out in late autumn, students were offered a range of words to describe their mental health – 70% of survey respondents said they were ‘anxious’, 60% said they felt ‘uncertain’ and 34% described themselves as ‘sad’, while 28% were ‘pessimistic’ and about one-quarter ‘fearful’. Lorna said: “In any normal year, students experience increased stress in the lead up to exams. This year, that is coupled with a global pandemic that is now at levels nobody predicted. Research has shown that the pandemic is having a huge impact on students’ and other young people’s mental health. We are particularly […]
USI are delighted to support the 20 x 20 campaign. 20×20 is an all-inclusive movement to shift Ireland’s cultural perception of women’s sport by 2020 with: a 20% increase in media coverage of women in sport a 20% increase in female participation at all levels of sport a 20% increase in attendance at women’s games and […]
[…]and Science to highlight the student accommodation crisis, the need for more student mental health resources and the need to abolish tuition fees. TCDSU President, László Molnárfi said: “This Government has done undeniable harm to our communities. This is not by accident, or by incompetence. The system is working exactly as it is intended to. They follow a neoliberal capitalist economic policy, and represent big capital, vulture funds and corporations – not the people, our communities, and workers. Their policies have seen homelessness grow to unprecedented levels during their time in government, a failing healthcare system, a housing crisis, inaccessible education, and the […]
[…]said Mr O’Donoghue. “Despite the huge concerns surrounding alcohol’s impact on the mental health of young people, it’s clear that they remain a key target of alcohol marketing and advertising and that cheap alcohol is being promoted relentlessly at students. That is why we would like to see the Government take decisive action as part of the Public Health Alcohol Bill and regulate to ensure that students and younger generations are adequately protected from alcohol harm.” Suzanne Costello, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland, said it was very encouraging to see students leading by example on what is a serious problem […]
[…]think they can just take a space that is used for vital welfare resources like condoms and periods products, without any dialogue or discussion with the local SU. “Is this what they think of the work that the SU does for the students in their college? USI Vice Presidents joined last week’s protest against this move, and we will continue to support the local officers in opposing both the taking of this space and the way the college went about it.” TUS SU Deputy President for the Midlands, Darcy Lawless said: “Our students are really angry at this move by […]
On the day USI waves goodbye to its home in Crumlin, we present this new website, which we’re calling 5.01 beta. We hope you like it better than the last one. Our new physical address is: USI Ceann Áras na Mac Léinn Portview House York Road Dublin 4 The roadmap for the site This site is firmly in Beta testing mode – There are whole sections not yet implemented and some surprises coming, but we’re now testing real-life use of the site. In the coming weeks, you’ll see: Direct student consultation A section for each member organisation (MO) Dedicated section for […]
[…]to the following domains: usi.ie What are cookies ? Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. The cookies are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser. These cookies help us make the website function properly, make the website more secure, provide better user experience, and understand how the website performs and to analyze what works and where it needs improvement. How do we use cookies ? As most of the online services, our website uses cookies first-party and third-party cookies for a number of purposes. The first-party cookies […]
[…]to the following domains: usi.ie What are cookies ? Cookies are small text files that are used to store small pieces of information. The cookies are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser. These cookies help us make the website function properly, make the website more secure, provide better user experience, and understand how the website performs and to analyze what works and where it needs improvement. How do we use cookies ? As most of the online services, our website uses cookies first-party and third-party cookies for a number of purposes. The first-party cookies […]
[…]from the Department of Education and Skills. The Department has clarified that the courses have approved status on the basis that they were approved under previous schemes. As a result, payments will be restored to eligible students and any arrears paid as soon as possible. The decision follows close consultation with the Union of Students in Ireland, aimed at bringing the issue to a satisfactory conclusion for the students studying these courses. The SUSI helpline number is 0761 087874. Email: support@susi.ie Media queries to caroline.erskine@susi.ie Tel: […]
[…]for Government, many that are in-line with USI policy, but we recognise that it has to be approved by the membership of the parties involved. But if the programme is approved and a government formed, they still remain plans and the student movement will campaign, lobby and hold the government to account as it has always done, to ensure the promises that are in line with our policy become a reality. Furthermore, there is much missing from this Programme for Government that was lobbied for in the Student Manifesto for General Election 2020, and as such, much more work to […]
[…]in the pursuance of an intended and notified objective of the organisation. In each case, USI will store (a form of processing), apply data management and analysis techniques (another form of processing) and eventually delete (the final form of processing) data when it has been used for its intended business purpose, and will not hold on to data beyond the close of its intended business purpose. USI discourages the passive collection or collation about individuals accessing our services or seeking to communicate with us and will take steps to avoid this. USI occasionally receives information from persons accessing our services […]
[…]Ireland (USI) & Mental Health Reform have joined forces to ask voters to help make mental health a priority this May. 4MentalHealth is a 4 week campaign, with 4 key actions local candidates can take, if elected,to improve people’s mental health and well-being. The 2014 Local Elections represent an important opportunity to keep mental health on the agenda between now and the elections on 23rd May. FOUR KEY ACTIONS: Local elected representatives can promote good mental health and ensure the social inclusion of those with mental health difficulties by: 1. Demanding improved community-based mental health services locally for children and adults, and the implementation of […]
[…]possible of happening. We are glad to have been involved in preparing this plan – which has been approved by public health leaders – as it aims to do just that.” USI also says it is vital that higher education institutions work with students and student representatives locally to develop and communicate their plans for how the strategy will be rolled out in their college and that these measures are properly funded and resourced. Lorna said: “It’s extremely important that funding is made available to support this return, particularly for student wellbeing and engagement. While the publication of this document […]
[…]for Change campaign takes place in USI member colleges across Ireland, promoting positive mental health and wellbeing. It’s an initiative of the USI Welfare Campaign and is supported by Please Talk and St Patricks Mental Health Foundation. We’re proud to have Twitter as a partner for the […]
[…]at 1pm on Suffolk Street outside the Avoca store to highlight to Christmas shoppers the ties the store has to direct provision centres through its owner, Aramark. The Union are calling for Avoca management to cut ties with Aramark in the New Year as part of Avoca’s New Years Resolution. Speaking ahead of the action, USI President Michael Kerrigan, said: “The situation in direct provision is cruel, and people are stuck there for up to 7 years. People can’t work, people get just over €20 a week, and people have little to no access to fresh fruit, no access to […]
Accounts approved at USI Congress […]
[…]them having use of the room for the full seven days a week – this shows that digs is not a very cheap or low-cost option. On the publication of the report today, USI President, Chris Clifford said: “The scarcity of student housing has plagued students for over a decade and is one of the symptoms of the wider flawed housing policy in Ireland. USI, local Students’ Unions, and others have outlined these issues repeatedly and have laid-out what we think needs to be done to address this crisis and provide proper accommodation for students now and into the future. […]
[…]Ireland council Keith Woods, followed by contributions from An Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Minister for Health Simon Harris and Health Promotion Minster for Health Promotion Marcella Corcoron Kennedy. The Purpose of the Healthy Ireland Network is: To establish and grow an empowering National movement through which Health and Well-being is seen as an individual and collective responsibility To support, advocate and ensure the Healthy Ireland message is spread, understood and acted on throughout Ireland USI was nominated by the Healthy Ireland Council to contribute further to the national and local framework as being a network partner. As USI is a key […]
[…]new policy would mean students who have no other need for a Leap Card and cannot even use it to purchase train tickets would have to buy and carry a Leap Card. “For many students this seems like a move that is only to suit Irish Rail and in no way helps students, who are just trying to get to college or part-time […]
[…]mental health counselling services by ring-fencing €3m per annum to tackle future mental health crisis on campus. The urgent call comes ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th as tax cuts dominate the outcomes of Budget 2018 due to be released tomorrow by Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe. USI President Michael Kerrigan said, ‘Budget 2018 should focus on improving mental health supports, and not on tax cuts. Waiting lists for on third-level counselling services are currently seeing students waiting for up to six weeks to see a counsellor. Students are facing depression, anxiety, loneliness, substance misuse, and suicidal behaviour […]
[…]was that young adults’ experiences of financial stress are strongly related to their mental health and well-being. The USI Student Finance Guide contains expert advice on managing a budget, managing debt and maintaining savings. It also includes advice on what financial supports are available to students and families, as well as a best practice guide on choosing financial services that meet the individual needs of a student. Easy-to-use budget sheets are included, enabling students to keep weekly or monthly budgets that will help monitor their income and expenditure. Online version Online version here, for use in online stories: http://issuu.com/theusi/docs/usistudentfinanceguide moneyMatters2012-POSTER USI Vice […]
[…]we respect the need to ensure the safety of those on placement and to address pressure in the health service, this extension means that students are once again uncertain about what their education will look like for the remainder of the semester. Placements are currently due to recommence from February 8, but not all clinical placement sites will be able to accommodate students from this date and there is limited information available as to what this will mean for students who cannot return to placement at this time. “USI urges the Departments of Health and Further and Higher Education, Research Innovation […]
[…]at a national level and has become an issue of grave concern for many young people. Congress approved a policy entitled “Combating Cyberbullying in Third-Level” and USI’s Vice President for Welfare, Denise McCarthy, launched the USI Guide to Cyberbullying. The guide includes tips on internet etiquette, advice on how to deal with cyberbullying and information on support services that are available to young people who become victim to it. Download the Guide here. Denise McCarthy, Vice President for Welfare said: “Social media is designed to bring people together, but when it’s used to exclude and target people the effects can […]
[…]that this ad was providing information and bridging an information gap which exists as period products and menstruating is not necessarily taught in our schools or spoken about at home.” The USI is backing calls for the ad to be reinstated and urges people to sign the petition […]
[…]get everything you will need. Sit down and write up a list of things; bed sheets, towels, cleaning products, stationery, food to get your started (not just beans) etc Get the phone numbers for a few taxi companies, the college switchboard, college health/medical centr3e, chaplain, local emergency services and Student Union officers. Familiarise yourself with local surroundings; bus route, supermarkets […]
[…]and we won’t give them away. We won’t share your details with any company, and any details stored in our system will be deleted soon after when we’ve made the draw. As with all USI competitions, no purchase is necessary to enter. We’ll put all the names of entrants into a spreadsheet and draw one individual entry with the help of a random number generator at Random.org and contact that individual to ensure that: they are an eligible student and they want the prize. Then we’ll arrange for the prize to either be collected at USI HQ in Dublin, collected at a […]
[…]play a huge part in reducing the stigma surrounding it.” The National Taskforce on Youth Mental Health 2016/2017 is made up of Helen McEntee TD, Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People (Chair); Paul Reid, Fingal County Manager (Chair alternate); Cian Power, VP for Welfare, Union of Students of Ireland ; Dr Tony Bates, CEO Jigsaw; Prof Mary Cannon, RCSI; Rob Hennelly, GAA; Dr Shari McDaid, Mental Health Reform; Moninne Griffith, BeLonG To; Mary Cunningham, National Youth Council of Ireland; Grainia Long, ISPCC; Ian Power, CEO SpunOut.ie ; Jim Breen, CEO Cycle Against Suicide; and representatives of the […]
[…]for mental health thanked the Union of Students in Ireland for the work being done on mental health at third level, speaking on this the Minister stated: “Mental health is everybody’s concern, it is all of our responsibility to collectively embrace the challenge. We need to have some serious conversations about where we are going in the area of mental health, societally. USI have shown great leadership today in launching this app [+Connections] and providing a tool for every student to direct and signpost them to the appropriate services available, I want to acknowledge the contribution of the ESB for […]
The USI website gets quite a bit of traffic – we pull in around 94% of our viewers from Ireland and the UK (mostly from Northern Ireland). We’re fairly extensively linked to and we attract an enormous amount of spam. All of this makes developing and managing the site somewhat complex – but rewarding when viewership increases due to changes to the site. We’re already seeing some small evidence of that today. The new design aims to put the stories we think will interest the rest of the world in our work – we have an external readership focus for 80% […]
[…]Accommodation Strategy USI Smoking Cessation Strategy USI Sexual Health Strategy USI Physical Health, Healthy Eating and Body Confidence Strategy USI Mental Health Strategy USI Gambling Harm Reduction Strategy USI Drugs Harm Reduction Strategy USI Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy A Vision for Partnership USI BTEA Reform Proposals USI Financial Representation Protocol USI Training Policy USI USI Union Development Strategy 2015 – […]
[…]said, “Young people and student inventors have brought a lot of life-changing, commercial products to the international market in the past few years, such as the SecuRetract from UCC, a minimally invasive, disposal retractor for use in laproscopic surgery; the BLAZER team from Trinity, whose product idea will save honeybees by removing Varroa mite infestations; TippyTalk from LIT, which is a robust touch screen communication system which overcomes non-verbal disabilities. It’s extremely inspiring and encouraging for other students seeing their peers excel in their businesses and product designs.” The Student Entrepreneur Awards is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland, Cruickshank Intellectual Property […]
[…]Durkan, Brand Manager of Durex Ireland: “Every student has the right to good sexual health and good sexual health education. As condoms are the only form of contraception that can protect against both pregnancy and STIs, we want people to feel comfortable using and talking about them. At Durex, we are committed to raising awareness of sexual health education and the importance of safer sex, which is why we are delighted to support the USI with such an important campaign.” Organisations supporting the campaign: Durex MSD Think Contraception IFPA (Irish family planning association) Dublin Aids Alliance Crisis Pregnancy Programmes Aids […]
[…]consent. It’s important that every student who’s sexually active look after their own sexual health. This means getting tested regularly, using condoms to protect you from the risk of contracting an STI” Helen Deely, Head of the HSE Sexual Health & Crisis Pregnancy Programme said, “We would actively encourage people who are thinking of having sex or are sexually active, to think ahead and practice safer sex. Using a condom will help limit the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection and an unplanned pregnancy. The HSE is delighted to partner with USI on this initiative and the Johnny’s Got You […]
[…]participation in third-level education within the EU. The importance of promoting positive mental health among the large third-level student population cannot be underestimated with A Vision for Change (2006) showing a high percentage of students experiencing mental health difficulties. These difficulties include: depression, anxiety, loneliness, substance misuse, and suicidal behaviour. This document also shows, almost 75% of all mental disorders first emerge between the ages of 15 and 25. The provision of counselling services to meet the growing numbers and diverse needs of students has not kept pace. Waiting lists are currently seeing students waiting for up to six weeks. […]
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[…]of information on YourMentaHealth.ie. We encourage anyone who is concerned about their own mental health or the mental health of someone they care about to visit the website to learn more. Young people are a priority group that are identified within our Connecting for Life, Irelands National Strategy to Reduce Suicide 2015-2020, so we are delighted to support the Re:Charge campaign that has been developed specifically for […]
[…]more support and investment is needed in peer support programmes, mental health nurses in student health centres, mental health modules as part of curriculums and training for both staff and students around mental health.” USI is looking forward to the upcoming publication of the first National Framework on Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention which will provide evidence-based guidance for all those working in third level to come together in preventing suicide and improving mental health for all students. Supports available: Contact your college counselling service or welfare officer Make an appointment with your GP In an emergency attend your […]
[…]the risk of contracting an STI. Getting tested is quick, painless and usually free, at college health clinics, GUM clinics and sexual health clinics.” There were almost five times the amount of reported cases of gonorrhoea in men (1,083) compared to women (221) in 2015, but there were almost three times the amount of reported genital herpes in women (928), compared to men (340). Early infectious syphilis rates were 2,290% higher in men with 239 reported cases, compared to 10 reported cases in women. The union, which represents 354,000 students across the island of Ireland, has emphasised that early detection […]
[…]“There are problems with purity and contaminants, and there is no way of checking that what is purchased or consumed is the intended substance. Given the serious side-effects experienced by the young people in Cork, the HSE Addiction services are issuing a warning about possible contaminated ‘party pills’ and advise people to not consume any unknown substances that they are offered at this time.” Further Survey Results: 82% of students have tried illegal drugs. While it is common for some students to try illegal drugs at least once in their lifetime, recurring drug use is lower for illegal drugs […]
[…]Registration Reform USI Sustainability Strategy 2018 Strategies passed at Congress in 2017: Health Promotion Strategy 2017 – 2020 (PDF) Strategies passed at Congress in 2016: USI Equality Strategy (PDF) Students For Choice Strategy (PDF) USI Accommodation Strategy (PDF) Strategies passed at Congress in 2015: USI Union Development Strategy 2015 – 2020 (PDF) Strategies passed at Congress in 2014: USI Mental Health Strategy 2014 – 2017 […]
[…]liquidators in the coming days, and may wish to contact FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) on www.flac.ie or the Citizen’s Information on https://www.citizensinformation.ie/ for further […]
[…]liquidators in the coming days, and may wish to contact FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) on www.flac.ie or the Citizen’s Information on https://www.citizensinformation.ie/ for further […]
[…]Activism, Trans* Activism and modules relating to reproductive health rights, men’s health and LGBTQ Health. Register your place here, spaces are limited. Email equality@usi.ie for more information. Follow #GenCon14 on Twitter to get in on the […]
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USI end partnership with drinkaware.ie Newstalk Breakfast 26/11/13 USI Launch Student Mental Health Campaign with the help of Alan Quinlan 11/11/13 #OMGsti: Gonorrhoea is Trending Spin103.8 […]
[…]said: “The main aim of today’s initiative is to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly men’s mental health. Studies find that 8 out of 10 deaths by suicide are male, that is 80%. We need to talk about mental health to break down the stigma show the supports available for students both inside and outside of college. Mental health is something that affects us all. College is a fun time but also a lot of stress and pressure can be put on students during their time in college. It’s important that students realise that it’s good to talk about […]
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[…]of stress placed on students, and make sure to have frank and open conversations about mental health on campuses. “A healthy daily schedule doesn’t require intense blocks of studying. Instead, we’re encouraging students to make sure they have regular meals, sleep and exercise and to be aware of nationwide support services like BodyWhys. It’s important to note once students finish exams or assignments, sticking to a healthy and structured routine is important to prevent developing an eating disorder. Recognising that students who feel they may have an eating disorder can and do recover with support from friends without any judgement […]
[…]of stress placed on students, and make sure to have frank and open conversations about mental health on campuses. “A healthy daily schedule doesn’t require intense blocks of studying. Instead, we’re encouraging students to make sure they have regular meals, sleep and exercise and to be aware of nationwide support services like BodyWhys. It’s important to note once students finish exams or assignments, sticking to a healthy and structured routine is important to prevent developing an eating disorder. Recognising that students who feel they may have an eating disorder can and do recover with support from friends without any judgement […]
PleaseTalk – You, Me and our Mental Health The annual PleaseTalk Forum will take place on Friday, June 14th 2013. This year’s forum is being hosted in Gleeson Hall, DIT Kevin Street. Student , Students’ Union Officers & Student Support Staff are encouraged to attend this event, which is free of charge, to discover more about the PleaseTalk message and how students, staff and the Students’ Union can work together to develop a strong PleaseTalk presence on your campus. It will include a panel discussion entitled: ‘Opportunities and Challenges in Promoting Mental Health in Third Level‘. For more information on the […]
[…]section you can put in ‘USI’, then they can identify you coming via USI. USI Mental Health Directory For a list of college support services please visit: […]
[…]standard year.” The USI is also calling on colleges and universities affected by the new public health measures to support students in every way they can by facilitating access to vital on-campus services, where possible. The union is also asking students to watch out for each other as we face into another uncertain period. Lorna said: “Students feeling isolated is a real concern for us. We know the impact it has on our mental health. Please make sure to reach out to friends and stay in touch, we all need to support each other now. There are resources available 24/7 […]
[…]standard year.” The USI is also calling on colleges and universities affected by the new public health measures to support students in every way they can by facilitating access to vital on-campus services, where possible. The union is also asking students to watch out for each other as we face into another uncertain period. Lorna said: “Students feeling isolated is a real concern for us. We know the impact it has on our mental health. Please make sure to reach out to friends and stay in touch, we all need to support each other now. There are resources available 24/7 […]
[…]include Coming Out workshops, Supporting a Friends who’s Coming Out, Looking after your Mental Health, Sexual Health, Trans* Awareness, Running an LGBT Society, Bisexuality Awareness, Being an LGBT Ally, Sexual Empowerment, lobbying and media skills. Laura Harmon, Vice President for Equality and Citizenship said: “It’s great to see so many delegates attending Pink Training this year from so many different colleges. It’s also fantastic to see many new colleges attending who haven’t sent delegates to Pink Training before. This is the largest training event that USI runs and we are proud to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the event this […]
[…]with an incredible 140 other women. Last week, the Vice President for Welfare alongside Mental Health First Aid Ireland hosted the first of 4 training for student officers in University College Cork. USI secured funding earlier in the year from the HSE to train Officers the necessary skills in how to bets support people with mental health difficulties and distresses. Over 40 Officers were trained and certified. USI warmly welcomes the publication of a book edited by Gráinne Healy, titled Crossing The Threshold which includes a chapter on the student movement’s significant work in building towards Marriage Equality in Ireland, […]
[…]Too many lives have been lost through suicide in Ireland. Through this initiative and our mental health campaigns throughout the semester, we aim to empower students to look after their mental health and seek support before it becomes a crisis. Talking is a strength, not a […]
[…]go up, 63% of students said they won’t be able to attend college. Jill O’ Herlihy from Mental Health Ireland said “Financial struggles affect everybody, especially students. We need to be mindful that when these issues arise, we act upon it instead of sweeping them under the carpet. The most important thing to review is how you’re handling this stress, to make sure everything else in your life reduces it, such as sleeping for 8 hours, eating healthy and exercising”. Full survey results 95.3% of students think the cost of college is too high 73.1% of students said the […]
[…]it’s choosing locally-sourced food, opting for sustainable fashion and eco-friendly beauty products, or switching off appliances when they’re not needed, there are many ways to build better green habits for the future. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “The Union of Students in Ireland are delighted to announce the sustainability partnership with SSE Airtricity with the launch of the ‘21 Day Energy Challenge’. This challenge feeds in to our Student Switch Off Project which encourages students to save energy, tackle climate change and prevent fuel poverty. Throughout the 21 days, we will be providing students with everyday tips to change the […]
[…]of USI. The launch was held in Dublin Castle and was addressed by the Taoiseach, Minister for Health and Minister for Health Promotion. See the full statement here The Vice President for Welfare and Vice President for the Southern Region traveled to Thurles to meet with Tipperary County Council on the funding of higher education and to support the publicly funded model. The presentation was well received with a motion going through in the coming weeks to support USIs campaign for publicly funded education. This week, USI partnered with Amnesty International Youth and the Irish Congress of Trad Unions in a […]
[…]we risk exporting vital medical skills.” At the end of 2015, the HSE and the Department of Health agreed that restored monetary recognition for the 36 week Nursing/Midwifery Internship from 2011 onwards. However, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DEPER) subsequently amended part of the agreement, and only sanctioned recognition for 2016 graduates onwards. This means that 2011-2015 nursing and midwifery graduates are left in a position where they will be earning less than their colleagues (pre-2011) who were automatically awarded the credit. This is a loss of over €1,400 for 2011-2013 graduates and over €1,000 for 2014-2015 graduates. […]
[…]million a year to maintain core counselling services and to implement the National Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Framework. However, USI says Government needs a plan to increase this funding by €11.5 million in order to reach safe counsellor to student ratios to combat the mental health crisis currently affecting our young people, including our students. This crisis was shown in the Jigsaw My World 2 survey where 8,290 of those surveyed were students, and of the over 8,000 student respondents, 10 per cent said that they had attempted suicide. Of those who tried to take their own lives, 54 per cent […]
[…]or gathering of nominations All press releases to be processed by USI staff must first be approved by the President The following rules will come into effect on the date of close of nominations: A strict purdah will be applied to all announcements, releases and events. All announcements, releases and events will be referred to the President who will allocate staff tasking on communications strictly according to the principles of political neutrality Staff will take extra care to ensure that none of their interactions with officers could be construed as offering support or agreement with a candidate. Guidance for staff […]
[…]automation of grazing management, controlled timing of parturition in beef cattle, evaluating by-products for inclusion in ruminant and monogastric diets; and an advancement in fertiliser technologies for improved efficiency and reduced gaseous emissions. Irish farming is at the forefront of all of these modernisations so it’s no wonder there’s been an increase in the amount of young people applying for agriculture and horticulture courses over the past ten […]
[…]abuse amongst young people in this country. Abuse of alcohol can lead to mental and physical health problems amongst other issues. USI want to ensure that students’ health is at the forefront of any campaigns we run/support in the future. Accordingly, It has been determined we are not best served doing that in partnership with Drinkaware”. USI look forward to working independently with similarly positioned bodies and organisations as ourselves, in the future. Notes: Read the Irish Time’s coverage here and the letter sent to Meas chief executive Fionnuala Sheehan here. Take part in the Newstalk Poll: Do you think alcohol […]
[…]for long periods while waiting to be tested for the virus, which is putting extra strain on the health services. Lorna said: “Like other frontline health workers, student nurses have to use the general public HSE line to get tested for COVID-19. We reiterate GPs and frontline health workers’ calls for a specific line of testing to be introduced for student nurses and other health workers so that they don’t have to be out of work unnecessarily while waiting to be tested. “We are also calling for student nurses, and other healthcare workers, to get extra paid sick leave if they contract […]
[…]regarding cost. Students as a cohort have already been failed by a lack of sexual health education at post-primary level, and we are still being failed when it comes to actual access to contraceptives, and cost is most certainly a barrier.” The USI believes that the ability to choose contraception is imperative for all students and those who are sexually active. Siona continued: “What is imperative here is the ability for people to choose and be comfortable with the best methods of contraception for them, without cost as a hurdle to that decision making. We are […]
[…]it’s choosing locally-sourced food, opting for sustainable fashion and eco-friendly beauty products, or switching off appliances when they’re not needed, there are many ways to build better green habits for the future. Speaking at the launch Minister Bruton said: “Thinking fast often leads us to miss smart choices. This campaign asks us to stop and think. Small changes in our habits can make a big difference. This does not alter the obligation on government to lead on some vital big choices, like the sort of infrastructure we build. The government published the Climate Action Plan earlier this year, which sets […]
[…]Valentines week. The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has partnered with the HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme to launch the 2017 Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance (SHAG)campaign. This event, held in campuses across Ireland, will encourage young people who are sexually active to get tested for STI’s, think ahead and practice safer consensual sex. Chlamydia is the most common STI diagnosed in Ireland with 6,797 diagnoses in 2015, 65% of Chlamydia diagnoses were among young people aged 20 to 29 years. Provisional data from the HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre shows a 1.5% increase in Chlamydia […]
[…]is extremely stressful. 57% of nurses said that placement had a negative impact on their physical health, while 52% said it had a negative impact on their mental […]
[…]vote yes. As we mark three years since we repealed the eighth and look ahead to the review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018, USI is calling for the review to be open and transparent and allow for the perspectives of those most affected by this legislation to be at the centre of the process. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, Marie Lyons said: “Students played an important role in repealing the Eighth Amendment and we are disappointed that three years on, we still have a number of people who are unable to access vital […]
[…]Health Services, between November 9 and 13, urging third level students to talk about mental health while enjoying a cup of tea with someone. Thousands of tea packs will be distributed across college campuses nationwide which will also include tips on how to start conversations about mental health and useful support service contacts. The ‘Chats for Change’ Campus Road show will run from 10am-3pm from November 9 to 13 in campuses across Ireland such as DIT, Maynooth, Athlone IT, CIT and UCC. “More than a third of students regularly feeling down is an alarming percentage.” Kevin Donoghue, Union of Students […]
[…]International Overdose Awareness Day, and USI is working with An Roinn Sláinte (The Department of Health) and drugs.ie to promote ways to keep our friends safe in the event of a drugs overdose. By knowing the signs and seeking prompt medical help for someone experiencing an overdose, you could save a friend’s life. We’ve teamed up to prepare new resources and information for students to help. You can see the new resources at […]
[…]led by the five Institutions which took part in the pilot programme in 2016/2017.” Dr. Vivienne Patterson, Head of Skills and Engagement, HEA added, “The engagement of students is a key element in the further development of our higher education system and the HEA therefore welcomes the launch of the National Student Engagement Network. This network, which forms part of the wider National Student Engagement Programme (NStEP), will facilitate students to be actively engaged in institutional decision making in keys areas such as governance, teaching and learning, and quality assurance to the benefit of both students and higher education institutions.” […]
[…]taking with the third-level campuses and students, and we will build on this to support a broader Healthy Ireland Healthy Campus initiative across more health and wellbeing issues.” Helen Deely, Acting Assistant National Director for HSE Health and Wellbeing said, “Using condoms correctly and every time sex occurs reduces the risk of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. STI diagnoses have been increasing among young adults in recent years [note 6]. In the past, some young adults reported having sex without a condom because of the cost associated with buying condoms [note 7]; others reported having […]
[…]and unplanned pregnancy by not always using a condom. Every student has the right to good sexual health and good sexual health education. As condoms are the only form of contraception that can protect against both pregnancy and STIs, we want people to feel comfortable using and talking about them. At Durex, we are committed to raising awareness of sexual health education and the importance of safer sex, which is why we are delighted to support the USI with such an important campaign.” Seamus Creighton, Women’s Health, MSD: “We recognise that trying to decide which contraception to use can be […]
[…]save money on a doctor’s visit with VideoDoc.” Mr Kerrigan went on to say, “USI Healthy Living Week is part of our month long health and wellbeing campaign making sure students are educated and enabled to look after their own physical and mental health. This no-cost service will help students, and save them money.” VideoDoc is an Irish company that offers online doctor services in Ireland and the UK. Using the VideoDoc App or the VideoDoc website, patients with a desktop or mobile device can log on from anywhere, including their sickbed, office or hotel room and see a doctor. […]
[…]What we’re also seeing is an increase in obesity amongst children and a huge rise in health risk factors amongst young people. SpunOut.ie’s campaign aims to equip young people, where they are, with the tools to make easy health choices” says Ian Power, executive director of […]
[…]their ability to self-isolate if a roommate becomes infected. “We are asking the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET), the Minister for Health and the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government to ensure access to testing, effective contact tracing and proper accommodation arrangements to address the health needs of those in overcrowded […]
[…]Out workshops, Supporting a Friends who’s Coming Out, Looking after your Mental Health, Sexual Health, Trans* Awareness, Running an LGBT Society, Bisexuality Awareness, Being an LGBT Ally, Sexual Empowerment, lobbying and media skills. Laura Harmon, USI VP for Equality and Citizenship said: ”USI is proud of the diversity of our membership. Students have played a huge role in the campaign for LGBT rights across the island. Pink Training is an immensely positive event, it’s about empowering students and student activists to campaign for their rights and to learn how to look after themselves. This is the largest training event that […]
[…]required accommodation and support services that will keep students in education, such as mental health facilities, will only result in students struggling through college, deferring places or dropping out. USI Deputy President and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Bryan O’Mahony said: “Simply increasing third-level places gives Government the chance to have positive headlines on CAO day, but without proper accommodation provision and adequate investment in colleges and universities, it is not going to achieve the aim of opening-up access to third-level qualifications. “When a student can’t afford their next meal or needs to work long hours to meet their college […]
[…]useful resources on your mental health go to the ‘Mind Your Mental Health’ on usi.ie HSE’s www.yourmentalhealth.ie has specific advice on how to mind your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak You may have grown up with a parent or older sibling with substance use problems which may be affecting your mental health and relationships – www.alcoholactionireland.ie/silentvoices has a range of helpful resources. If you feel you are at risk of suicide during the pandemic, call 999/112 or present to the nearest Accident and Emergency Department Domestic issues Issues in the home? www.stillhere.ie has information on domestic and sexual violence […]
[…]funding for student mental health and wellbeing services is vital to start to address the mental health difficulties faced by students that were already an issue before COVID and have only worsened as a result of the pandemic. We also welcome the announcement of €31 million to provide free contraception for women between the ages of 17 and 25. However, there needs to be clarity that this health package will be accessible and will be available to trans and non-binary people.” You can read the USI Pre-Budget Submission […]
[…]accommodation and postgraduate paid for.” More than 1,000 nurses are set to retire from the health service by next June. Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation General Secretary Liam Doran spoke about how the hospital overcrowding situation is affected by the amount of staff. Mr Doran said that the INMO wants extra beds to be opened but the hospital does not have adequate staff to deal with the current beds and cannot open the new beds without additional staff to service them. “Many student nurses feel a better life awaits them abroad.” USI President Kevin Donoghue said “Countries with a huge […]
[…]accommodation and postgraduate paid for.” More than 1,000 nurses are set to retire from the health service by next June. Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation General Secretary Liam Doran spoke about how the hospital overcrowding situation is affected by the amount of staff. Mr Doran said that the INMO wants extra beds to be opened but the hospital does not have adequate staff to deal with the current beds and cannot open the new beds without additional staff to service them. “Many student nurses feel a better life awaits them abroad.” USI President Kevin Donoghue said “Countries with a huge […]
[…]online information and support system are: To provide information and educate about mental health, health promotion, and eating disorders. To assist young people in detecting problematic attitudes and risk behaviours early. To give tips on what young people can do to help themselves or others. To offer peer and professional support via the Internet and thus counteract the development of eating disorders and related problems. To facilitate access to the regular health care system (e.g. counselling, treatment) and thus limit the time between occurrence of symptoms and access to professional help. Watch the ProYouth video below, Refresh page if the […]
[…]home or not, they will see changes in their spending habits and they may need new financial products and services. This guide tells you what to look out for, the questions to ask, how to avoid getting into unmanageable debt and where to go if things go wrong. USI aims to provide practical tips and advice on the wide range of topics covered in the guide. College is full of new and exciting experiences but with all this excitement comes anxiety too. It is essential for students to be made aware of the various rights, support and responsibilities they now […]
[…]and on the legislative side is currently in lobbying efforts to get the Committee for Select Health to table amendments that would overturn this decision. Amendments tabled thus far have been ruled out of order by the chair. International students already pay extortionate fees to study in this country and should be able to avail of insurance that meets their needs and doesn’t put them out of pocket by hundreds of euros. Moreover, the insurance cover currently used by students go beyond health and also includes repatriation, but under this judgement there will be no repatriation covered, meaning that […]
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[…]to other health issues that we will be able to make recommendations for future support and health service development to encourage those who are worried about their eating habits to talk to health professionals. How will the data be used? The data will be used to inform future Bodywhys service developments and health promotion activities as well as making recommendations to clinicians as to how best to encourage young adults to approach them with any concerns they have about their eating habits. What will happen if I decide to take part in the research study? If you decide to take […]
[…]and disappointing for students, USI and Students’ Unions across the island to see the public health guidelines being broken in such a manner by a small minority of students. USI notes the statement from the Irish Universities Association thanking the vast majority of students who are abiding by the public health guidelines and reiterating an appeal to all students to continue to abide by the guidelines. USI and its members also call on all students to stand together with the vast majority of their friends and peers who are doing the right thing in these difficult times. It is hard, but there […]
[…]and disappointing for students, USI and Students’ Unions across the island to see the public health guidelines being broken in such a manner by a small minority of students. USI notes the statement from the Irish Universities Association thanking the vast majority of students who are abiding by the public health guidelines and reiterating an appeal to all students to continue to abide by the guidelines. USI and its members also call on all students to stand together with the vast majority of their friends and peers who are doing the right thing in these difficult times. It is hard, but there […]
[…]may take part in a debate, or vote on the matters at hand. Most matters at Congress can be approved by a bare majority, but some matters (amendments to the USI constitution and matters without a clear impact on students) require a qualified majority, where two thirds’ majority is required. Elections Congress is about making the policy of the union, but it’s also about elections. The core members of the Officer Board are up for election at the gathering. Hustings take place on the first night of the gathering and voting usually takes place via secret ballot on the first […]
[…]crisis in Ireland has had a negative impact on studying trends, academic performance and mental health of students. The escalating cost of rent across Ireland, due to shortages of supply and an increase in demand, is forcing some students to commit to leases they can’t afford, sleep on friends’ couches, live in poor quality accommodation or endure long commutes. The lack of purpose-built on-campus accommodation, private sector rent increases and the shortage of rental properties continues to fuel a dropout culture in third level education. Speaking at the survey launch, USI President Annie Hoey said: ‘The accommodation crisis is deterring students, […]
[…]offer practical sign posting for students. Our Little Things campaign to promote positive mental health was designed to remind all of us of the simple and powerful day-to-day steps that we can all take to protect our own mental health, and support the people we care about. It’s vitally important that students remember that sleeping and eating well, taking regular breaks and talking about their problems are all proven to have a positive impact on their mental health. This initiative forms part of our efforts to deliver on our commitments under Connecting for Life, the national suicide prevention strategy.” USI […]
[…]Varadkar T.D. Minister for Social Protection Department of Social Protection, Government Office Store Street, Dublin 1 9th August 2016 Dear Minister, We write with reference to the now well-publicised decision of your department to refuse the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) to Erica Fleming, a homeless single parent who is currently raising her daughter in a hotel. As you know, education has a transformative quality. Education takes people out of poverty and dependence and gives them options in multiple fields of employment. Education quite literally changes lives. We are asking that Erica have the opportunity that she deserves […]
[…]safer from COVID-19?” “There is mention in the announcement of support for student mental health initiatives and our information is that three million euro has been ring-fenced for this aspect, which is very necessary and welcome. “However, it must be made clear if this is in addition to the two million euro that was announced in the last budget and we need clarity on how that two million has been used to support student mental health.” The USI has also called for an urgent reduction to the Student Contribution Charge in light of the economic difficulties facing students who lost […]
[…]in the region. Background College students are an important population when it comes to mental health and suicide prevention. Peak onset for mental health problems occur in early adulthood with 75% of difficulties occurring before the age of 25. This high-risk period coincides with entrance into and time spent in third level education. 1. USI Mental Health Project App Development Introduction The USI have been granted funding to create an app to enable students have a conversation around mental health. Ask Content will be written by USI however we are looking for someone to design and develop the app. The […]
[…]There will be training provided on issues such as time management, budgeting, minding your mental health, running a mature students society and opportunities for mature students to give feedback on how their issues can be best represented. Lunch will be provided and registration is €10, payable on the […]
[…]doesn’t have gender equality. We have a terrible track record of protecting women’s rights and health in Ireland – particularly the rights and health of pregnant women. We only have to look at our recent past to see this. Take the Magdalene Laundries for example; women being forced to give up their children to strangers, our record of putting women into psychiatric hospitals and the horror of symphisiotomy procedures that women had to undergo. And we will never, ever allow ourselves to forget what happened to Savita Hallapanavar. Nothing can ever give back those 21 years of inaction. And while […]
[…]to regularly get tested.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President said. “STI screenings are available in health clinics across campuses and from local GPs. There are also free rapid HIV testing in locations such as Panti Bar in Dublin; GOSHH in Limerick, Chambers nightclub in Cork and a walk-in clinic in UCH Galway. STI screenings only take five minutes and are essential for a healthy sex life.” Robbie Lawlor is a student from DCU living with HIV, leading the Operation Zero campaign emphasising the importance of de-stigmatising HIV – “As someone living with HIV in Ireland it’s very easy to […]
[…]to regularly get tested.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President said. “STI screenings are available in health clinics across campuses and from local GPs. There are also free rapid HIV testing in locations such as Panti Bar in Dublin; GOSHH in Limerick, Chambers nightclub in Cork and a walk-in clinic in UCH Galway. STI screenings only take five minutes and are essential for a healthy sex life.” Robbie Lawlor is a student from DCU living with HIV, leading the Operation Zero campaign emphasising the importance of de-stigmatising HIV – “As someone living with HIV in Ireland it’s very easy to […]
[…]represent over 374,000 students across the island of Ireland USI SHAG acronym stands for Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance USI have partnered with the HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme for this National Campaign 30,000 SHAG Packs will be distributed throughout the week Find 2017 HSE STI report statistics HERE For Comment, Contact: Aoife Duff Public Relations & Communications Manager E: pr@usi.ie M: 083 881 2270 […]
[…]represent over 374,000 students across the island of Ireland USI SHAG acronym stands for Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance USI have partnered with the HSE Sexual Health and Crisis Pregnancy Programme for this National Campaign 30,000 SHAG Packs will be distributed throughout the week Find 2017 HSE STI report statistics HERE For Comment, Contact: Aoife Duff Public Relations & Communications Manager E: pr@usi.ie M: 083 881 2270 […]
[…]issued in the coming weeks to inform the campaign. You can learn more about the campaign here: www.bigstart.ie The Vice President for Campaigns attended the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Board meeting to discuss the implications of Brexit, the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill, and the Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures Strategy on young people in […]
[…]and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman, to implement the World Professional Association for Transgender Healthcare (WPATH) Standards of Care, which follow an informed consent model. There must be a stark improvement in the standards of Trans healthcare in Ireland, starting with following the informed consent model and allowing GPs to provide Hormone Replacement Therapy to their […]
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[…]return to a pre-pandemic format, but in-person graduations are possible within the current public health guidelines and with graduations not due to take place for a number of weeks or months, the guidelines may be eased further. As you know, after years of hard work and sacrifice, graduations are hugely important to students and their families and that is the case more so than ever after the difficulties of the last 18 months. There has been a significant uptake of vaccinations in Ireland, including among the younger cohorts, who make up a large section of our student populations. This should […]
[…]up with the asks included in the USI Postgraduate Researchers’ Rights Charter 2022, which was approved by members early this year. Supporting the motion, USI Vice President for Postgraduate Affairs, Waqar Ahmed said: “The Government must safeguard the working rights of postgraduate researchers in Ireland and recognise them as employees. “We demand a living wage of at least €28,808 per annum for all PhD researchers. All work allocated to postgraduate researchers should be recognised and compensated fairly in their contracts. The state should ensure a safe, accessible, and healthy working environment for postgraduate researchers. And we call for an immediate end […]
[…]home or not, they will see changes in their spending habits and they may need new financial products and services. This guide tells you what to look out for, the questions to ask, how to avoid getting into unmanageable debt and where to go if things go wrong. USI aims to provide practical tips and advice on the wide range of topics covered in the guide. College is full of new and exciting experiences but with all this excitement comes anxiety too. It is essential for students to be made aware of the various rights, support and responsibilities they now […]
[…]will include Pro-Choice Activism, Trans* Activism and modules relating to reproductive health rights, anti-sexual violence campaigns and LGBTQ Health. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship Laura Harmon said: ”We are really delighted to be co-hosting this event with the Y-Factor. Students on campuses across the country are doing amazing work on gender equality issues and we wanted to foster links between activists and facilitate the sharing of ideas by bringing them together. We still live in an unequal society and gender equality activism, including feminism and Transgender equality campaigning, are as needed today as they ever were. As the […]
A new campaign aimed at encouraging students to take action against the significant barriers preventing asylum seekers from taking up or completing third-level education has been launched by the Union of Students in Ireland (USI), the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland (MASI) and student justice and equality organisation, STAND. An online launch event took place last night (Monday, November 23) for Migrant Minds Matter, which will seek to promote unrestricted access to third-level education and comprehensive and meaningful supports for those living in Direct Provision. Along with campaigning for an end to the Direct Provision system, Migrant Minds Matter […]
[…]with HIV and AIDS, their families and their caregivers, while actively promoting HIV and sexual health awareness in the general population. This incredible support from Durex Ireland means we can do just this.” Hazel Roche, brand manager for Durex Ireland, says: “National Condom Week gives us the chance to ensure safer sex is at the forefront of everyone’s minds. By partnering with the DAA and USI we wantto raise the awareness of the value of good sexual health education, and the importance of safer sex. It is vital that we educate our nation because a condom can quite literally be […]
[…]and Threshold have also highlighted concerns about students’ ability to comply with public health advice amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr McCafferty said: “Currently government advice is that letting activity is not essential. So moving into a new home with people who are not already members of your household would be contrary to public health advice at the moment. While this may have changed by September, social distancing measures are likely to still be in place. This raises concerns around purpose-built student accommodation and its suitability in this regard – how can social distancing be adhered to in shared bedrooms, kitchens, […]
[…]Housing for the SUSI Grants for cut fees for action on climate emergency for better mental health services USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “Students have been the leaders of change when it came to the Repeal the 8th and Marriage Equality Referendums, both of which changed our society for the best. It is important that students of all ages are on the register of electors and use their vote to better their lives. The reality is that we are in the midst of an accommodation crisis, we have never seen students pay this much for rent, our students are paying […]
[…]have said, student safety is our main priority and we will always support and promote the public health advice. As most college activity will now take place online for the coming weeks, and with the risk of that period being extended, Government must act immediately to protect and support student renters. Exactly one month ago today, USI called on Government to introduce six emergency provisions to ensure student renters were not hit by a repeat of what happened in March when colleges and universities closed and deposits and prepaid rent were not returned and students had to fight for on-campus accommodation […]
[…]Care students have collectively written to CORU, the Ministers for Further and Higher Education; Health; and Social Protection, Quality and Qualifications Ireland and the Higher Education Institutions urging them to convene discussions with a view to mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on social care students. Social Care students across the country are facing difficulties in securing and completing placement due to the current COVID-19 restrictions. This is likely to result in many students failing to meet the 800 practical placement hours required by the relevant professional body, CORU meaning that many students may be forced to complete placement over summer, […]
[…]on global fair trade. Events across Ireland will showcase the enormous growth of Fair Trade products available in Ireland and highlight the work still to come in promoting fairer Ireland. As part of the fortnight, Fairtrade Ireland have organised a speaker tour with two speakers ;Sara Montoya, a international Business student from the COOPCAFTER coffee co-op in Colombia and Blas Arismendis Marcelinos for the BANELINO bananas co-op in the Dominican Republic. They will be visiting towns and third level institutions across Ireland to speak about the positive impacts creating a Fairtrade community can have on people’s lives. Speaking ahead of […]
[…]barriers to accessing and remaining in third-level education. It also impacts on the mental health and academic output of students, and increases pressures on families already struggling with recessionary times but determined to keep their sons and daughters in third-level education. The Union of Students in Ireland, in partnership with Amárach Research, will be carrying out a survey of third-level students throughout the summer months, collecting data on the financial situation of students and their families at present and how this is impacting on their mental health. It is clear that the cashflow difficulties and financial difficulties facing the students […]
[…]the various options laid out before them ensuring the best possible result for women’s health and reproductive choices here in Ireland. Today is an important day signifying a time for change in Ireland. The students of Ireland are ready for a referendum and we are calling on the political leadership to respond to the Citizens’ Assembly recommendation for a referendum on this issue and to take heed of their recommendations for legislation. If our leadership do not hear our call, we will come knocking and marching for an answer”. USI President Annie Hoey also stated, “since 1983 USI have been […]
[…]body of psychological counsellors in third level colleges, with a message about mental health and the counselling supports available to you during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need someone to talk […]
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[…]like all events at this time, was cancelled in line with Government guidelines to protect public health. President, Lorna Fitzpatrick has been speaking with SU Presidents from across the island to ensure the union is well-informed on all the issues facing students during these unprecedented times. Lorna explained that everyone in the USI is hugely disappointed that Congress could not go ahead this week. She said: “Congress is a really important week for the student movement in Ireland and the USI. We bring over 300 student leaders together to elect the executive, debate policy and plan our programme of work […]
[…]health counselling, and to ring-fence €3m for student counselling and supports per annum. Mental health support is another key factor in retention for third-level, as 27% of students who used counselling services indicated counselling was a factor in their retention.” The union continues to campaign on other Budget 2018 issues like the funding of higher education. USI are calling on the Government to rule out any possible introduction of an income contingent loan scheme, and to reduce the Student Contribution Charge by a minimum of €250 with the aim of investing €1.26bn into higher education over the next decade in […]
[…]will explain (refresh page if not displaying correctly). Registration Process 1. Log on to http://www.dealeffect.ie/charities/new and complete the form (as shown below). If your SU does not have a Facebook or Twitter page, leave blank. (although we recommend that you set a Facebook page up for promoting your SU and communicating with students). Remember the password you create as this will be used to access your charity admin page in the future. Username will be your best SU email address. Please use a generic email address that is unlikely to change as this cannot be modified by us (or you) […]
[…]of Venture Advancement to develop an Income Diversification Strategy for USI, subsequently approved by USI National Council. Congress notes: The existence of USI Member Services Ltd. as a vehicle for commercial projects and activity undertaken by USI outside of its core representative work. Congress believes: The implementation of this strategy and the initial recommended projects is fundamentally important to the future development of USI, in terms of meeting strategic financial targets, adding value to USI membership through the provision of services, and working towards the reduction in USI affiliation fees. Congress approves: The USI Income Diversification Strategy The development of […]
[…]was the only sitting member of the team for run for election. Due to the on-going public health restrictions, USI Congress was held via Zoom with delegates voting online for the 2021-2022 Executive Team and numerous policies and motions. Congress was also streamed live on Facebook so students could watch the action as it happened. Speaking after her election, Clare explained that there is a lot of work ahead for the union as it seeks to get students back on campus is a safe manner in the new academic year and deals with the fall-out of COVID-19 for students across […]
[…]include Coming Out workshops, Supporting a Friend Who’s Coming Out, Looking After Your Mental Health, Sexual Health, Trans* Awareness, Running an LGBT Society, Bisexuality Awareness, Being an LGBT Ally, Sexual Empowerment, lobbying and media skills. Speaking ahead of the event former GMIT Students’ Union President and USI President Michael Kerrigan said: “USI is proud to be holding the twenty-fifth Pink Training with the support of Microsoft here in Galway. Each year, hundreds of students’ lives are transformed for the better through the advice, support and life-long friends created here at Pink Training. The positive impact on LGBT students and their […]
[…]include Coming Out workshops, Supporting a Friend Who’s Coming Out, Looking After Your Mental Health, Sexual Health, Trans* Awareness, Running an LGBT Society, Bisexuality Awareness, Being an LGBT Ally, Sexual Empowerment, lobbying and media skills. Speaking ahead of the event former GMIT Students’ Union President and USI President Michael Kerrigan said: “USI is proud to be holding the twenty-fifth Pink Training with the support of Microsoft here in Galway. Each year, hundreds of students’ lives are transformed for the better through the advice, support and life-long friends created here at Pink Training. The positive impact on LGBT students and their […]
[…]and mental health resourcing; Finalising our Anti-Social Behaviour Campaign paper; Meeting with Health Services Executive (HSE) to discuss collaboration on sexual health campaigns. Campaigns Management of research into student housing through the “National Student Housing Survey”, with over 1500 responses received to date; Preparation of USI’s submission to the Low Pay Commission on the National Minimum Wage calling for the gradual introduction of a living wage and outlining how this will positively impact students and graduates at work; Finalised designs and strategy for the next few months on the fight for publicly funded higher education. Equality & Citizenship […]
[…]the policy commitments set out in Housing for All. I am pleased today to confirm Government has approved my proposal to directly intervene in the delivery of student accommodation.” (statement here) USI President, Chris Clifford said: “When we heard through the media last week that Minister Harris was bring a new policy to the cabinet meeting and that the new strategy would be published on Friday, we were relieved that there finally seemed to be some action around the student accommodation crisis. But we have been left angry and frustrated after seeing that there was little new in what was announced […]
[…]the USI campaign against the MSM blood ban, and welcomed the recent announcement by Minister for Health Simon Harris that he is accepting the IBTS (Irish Blood Transfusion Service) recommendation to move to a one year deferral period for gay and bisexual men. She said that while progress has been made in the MSM blood ban area, Ireland still has a long way to go to achieve LGBT equality. “Ireland has made huge progress in the past year in areas like LGBT rights, equality and mental health,” Hoey said. “But it still has a lot further to go and for […]
[…]the review is conducted in a transparent and inclusive manner.” USI will submit its newly approved Postgraduate Researchers’ Rights Charter 2022 to the PhD review. The charter advocates for employee status for researchers, a minimum living wage, payment for all work and representation in decision-making […]
[…]Counsellors in Third level Colleges (PCHEI) meeting in regards to staff and mental health on campuses. USI attended the Mental Health Reform, UpLift and Future Voices handing over of 12,000 petitions to Minister for Mental Health and Older People, Helen McEntee, calling for more 24/7 community mental health services. The Vice President for Welfare met Residential Tenancies Board Stakeholders meeting with the USI Student Housing Project Manager. USI launched an open call for looking for stories on issues from students or recent graduates who are currently employed or have been employed in low paid work or zero-hour contracts. Click here […]
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[…]to the wider population 5) Provide specialised training around eating disorders for mental healthcare professionals Finally, it cannot be ignored that mental health only receives approximately six per cent out of the overall health budget, compared to the international standard of 12 per cent. USI strongly believes that mental health is fundamental to our overall wellbeing and should receive the attention, care and funding to recognise its importance in people’s lives. We ask that you take the complexities of eating disorders and the neglect in providing adequate services seriously. We trust you as Ministers to act on this matter with […]
[…]incest or fatal fetal abnormalities, it clearly does not go far enough to adequately protect the health and wellbeing of women. This State will now enshrine into our legislation an approval of the continued outsourcing of this issue to the UK and beyond, and while this is a vital and necessary step, it is far from the final one required. A liberalised abortion regime is often spoken of in this debate in a highly negative way, but there is nothing particularly liberal about trusting the women of this country and allowing them free rein over their own bodies. […]
[…]Recognition Voter 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 contactthe emergency services immediately.” Copies of the new posters are available on www.drugs.ie. It is important to remember that if you have physical or mental health problems such as epilepsy, heart problems, asthma, depression, panic or anxiety attacks drug use is more risky. You are advised not to use. It’s always safer not to use illegal […]
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[…]President for Welfare attended the Youth Mental Health Taskforce meeting with Minister for Mental Health and Older people. Campaign Spotlight – Sexual Health And Guidance 2017: USI distributed 36,000 condoms across Ireland while visiting DCU, WIT, IT Sligo and QUB with the HSE, Think Contraception, IFPA, HIV Ireland, SpunOut.ie, BelongTo and Man2Man. #SHAG17 trended on Twitter for 7 hours in Ireland and reached 1.4 million people. The Vice President for Welfare handed out 11,000 condoms to students across 4 campuses. USI launched a retro-video arcade shooter called Sexually Transmitted Invaders. USI launched shag.usi.ie with information on consent, STIs and information […]
[…]Denise Glover Public Relations and Communications: Martina Genockey Mental Health Programme Manager: Sarah Hughes National Student Engagement Programme Manager: Oisín Hassan National Student Engagement Programme Training Co-Ordinator: Dr Jeffrey […]
[…]need. It also means we are prevented from understanding the voices of those experiencing mental health issues and suicidal thoughts (Taking Control of Your Mental Health, Shine, 2009). We must recognise the need to engage with young people where they are looking for information and support that is outside of the school/college setting. 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. In addition to this the young people were asked about ways that help them cope when things are tough. The most frequently […]
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[…]country. There will be workshops on time management, effective studying, and minding your mental health, all tailored to the needs of mature students. Most importantly there will be opportunities to chat and share experiences with mature students form other colleges! The day also includes tea/coffee and lunch. Registration is at […]
[…]the passing of this motion, stating: “Young people are the main target market for Coca Cola products and have great weight in this campaign. This is not the first time there have been issues with Coca Cola company violating human rights. Previously Students’ Unions threatened boycotts of Coca Cola during the Anti-War movement, and we may be forced into such action again if this persists” SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Ethel Buckley, said: “When they act in solidarity workers and students are one of the most powerful forces for social change. This has been the case globally and in Ireland […]
[…]set up a review of the effects of the reduction of this incremental credit on the ability of the Health Services to retain and recruit qualifying nurses and Midwives.” Phil Ni Sheaghdha, the Director of Industrial Relations at the INMO, said. “There is a lot more work to be done for student nurses and midwives. The unions are completely committed to fully engaging with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Department of Health in order to secure incremental credit for these categories of nurses, to ensure they receive the same benefit as those qualifying in 2016.” The […]
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[…]Union, stated that: “College has completely undermined the fee certainty agreement it approved by introducing these fee rises. Students, hit with this unexpected increases in their already high fees, are now unsure if they can afford to return to their studies and, indeed, to Ireland. These students have been let down once again by an administration which students had began to regain trust and faith in, following the protest period in March. TCDSU fought to protect the interests of our students then, and we will do so now again.” Oisín Coulter, President of Trinity College Graduate Students’ Union, added that […]
[…]education because it benefits every sector of society – the economy, employment, culture, health, science, tech and transport, and the government not prioritising it with sufficient funding stunts the development of a generation. “Any investment in education is something USI welcomes and the small steps in Budget 17 are in the right direction but are hugely insufficient in the long-term.” Annie Hoey, USI President, said. “The government failing to prioritise adequate funding for third level education is the government putting barriers to the futures and potential of thousands of students. There are some positives in the Budget but the funding […]
[…]national level. We heard on the ground that students knew the work of USI, the work done on mental health and our fight against students loans. I look forward continuing our fight for publicly-funded higher education with MSU and to campaign for stipends for their student teachers while on placement. Together, we are indeed stronger”. Speaking at the count today, referendum campaign led and current Maynooth University student Ciarán Watts said, “It’s absolutely 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 […]
[…]during the pandemic when they had to leave, or did not require, student accommodation as public health measures were rolled out. The bill was tabled by Sinn Fein on behalf of USI and signed by 56 opposition TDs who along with student representatives, lobbied Government to pass the bill. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “Up to now, students have been expected to pay three, six and nine months in advance for student accommodation. Many students have to work while in college to pay their rent and just don’t have access to this kind of money up front, meaning they miss […]
[…]earlier this month. At the National University of Galway, we were accompanied by the Environmental Health and Safety Manger Lorraine Rushe who said: “This is the second year that this campaign has been run in NUI Galway and it has been a huge success. It creates awareness and empowers the students to take responsibility for the way in which they live and encourages them to reduce their impact on the environment and associated costs. We can all learn from these initiatives and it is by getting students and staff to engage that we will start to see how small changes in the […]
[…]to create real support for young people to improve their well being and strengthen their mental health. In the pre-budget submission USI also proposes that the government invests in third-level mental health counselling and supports which will cost €5 million per annum. “Hundreds of thousands of students and their families are extremely concerned about the ever-rising cost of third-level education.” USI President, Annie Hoey, said. “Dramatic increases in accommodation costs, a shortage in appropriate part-time work, and the burden of €3,000 fees contribute to a burdensome annual cost of around €11,000 to attend third-level, according to Campus Life. Against a […]
[…]alongside a session from SIPTU on workers rights and the Irish language. Topics like sexual health from the HSE, alcohol, drugs and substances from Drugs.ie, accommodation rights from Threshold and student finances from Mabs were covered for Welfare Officers. To add, Jigsaw ran a session mental health followed by a session on boundaries by the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre. Digital native Malachy Callan from Broadlake delivered a module on digital marketing and branding with Eric Fitzgerald handing over tips on booking acts and marketing events. The Director of Education at the European Institute of Communications, Eugene Grey, offered training on […]
[…]up to 303 in 2015, from 221 in 2014, and only 1 in 10 are reported. Published 2nd Dec Health Protection Surveillance Centre and the HSE This report prepared by Gillian Cullen and Dr Derval Igoe, November, 2015 In 2014, there were 12,626 notifications of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in Ireland, an increase of 4% compared to 2013 of all STIs increased in 2014. The most commonly diagnosed STI was Chlamydia, with 6,695 notifications in 2014. The burden of STIs remains greatest among those aged 15 – 24 year olds. NOTES: For further survey results check […]
[…]while supporting family and friends who are more vulnerable. Some students have underlying health conditions and have had to move home in order for them to be able to self-isolate away from their shared student accommodation. Some students had very tough decisions to make in a hurry, such as those from India who had 24 hours to decide whether to go home as the borders were closing and they didn’t have time to get reassurance on rent refunds. The USI is calling on the companies – ISA Accommodation Dublin, Uninest, Aparto and Athlone Student Rooms – to look at ways they […]
[…]democracy. “Our main concern with TTIP is that its primary aim is to open up Europe’s public health services to American corporations, which could mean the privatisation of the HSE.” Kevin Donoghue, USI president, said. “TTIP’s regulatory convergence agenda is to bring EU food safety standards closer to the US. The US has a lot less strict regulations than the UK does. 70% of all processed food in America now contains genetically modified (GM) ingredients, compared to the EU which allows almost no GM foods. US meats, such as beef, have growth hormones, which is currently banned in Europe because […]
[…]democracy. “Our main concern with TTIP is that its primary aim is to open up Europe’s public health services to American corporations, which could mean the privatisation of the HSE.” Kevin Donoghue, USI president, said. “TTIP’s regulatory convergence agenda is to bring EU food safety standards closer to the US. The US has a lot less strict regulations than the UK does. 70% of all processed food in America now contains genetically modified (GM) ingredients, compared to the EU which allows almost no GM foods. US meats, such as beef, have growth hormones, which is currently banned in Europe because […]
[…]service, which is incredibly reassuring. We want to encourage more and more students to take their health needs seriously, and use health services available to them. Online services like VideoDoc are easy to access and if a prescription is needed, then it can be sent to the nearest pharmacy.” With the academic year in full swing, videoDoc representatives are also embarking on a nationwide road trip to USI member campuses across Ireland to promote the free videoDoc access and give students a glimpse of the car they could win. The videoDoc online doctor service has been embraced by the student […]
[…]Éireann Register which may be used for commercial purposes. Both registers are available for purchase. See more information here. Who is on the Register? NUI graduates, other than honorary graduates, who are citizens of Ireland and who have claimed to be registered as voters. Registration on the register is not automatic; graduates must claim to be registered. Claims/Registration forms must be received at the NUI Office by 26th February in any given year. How do I claim to be registered? Graduates must complete, sign and return to National University of Ireland a Registration Claim Form. Note: There is currently no […]
[…]Éireann Register which may be used for commercial purposes. Both registers are available for purchase. See more information here. Who is on the Register? NUI graduates, other than honorary graduates, who are citizens of Ireland and who have claimed to be registered as voters. Registration on the register is not automatic; graduates must claim to be registered. Claims/Registration forms must be received at the NUI Office by 26th February in any given year. How do I claim to be registered? Graduates must complete, sign and return to National University of Ireland a Registration Claim Form. Note: There is currently no […]
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[…]including Club/Society of the Year, Academic Representative of the Year, Outstanding Mental Health Activism and Students’ Union Team of the Year. Commenting on the awards, USI Deputy President and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Kevin McStravock said: “The SAAIs recognise the incredible commitment of Students’ Unions, student activists and student-led organisations across Ireland in improving the lives of students, not just on campus but in wider society. Despite all the challenges COVID-19 posed for them, students have demonstrated incredible leadership in running campaigns, advocating for their peers and raising money for charity. “Those nominated this year are fantastic ambassadors, not […]
[…]of hard work and lobbying efforts by USI, we welcomed the allocation of €2 million for mental health services in campuses across the country after the publication of the USI National Report on Mental Health in Third Level Education and the €2 million additional investment to the Residential Tenancies Board is a positive step which will support the RTB to exercise its greater powers in enforcing regulations. Though this is not enough to create a sustainable future for higher education, we will continue to campaign and fight on our members behalfs until we have broken the barriers to […]
[…]can never be sure 100% of the contents or origin of an unknown drug, it may be a risk to your health and USI want young people to think before they take any drug; it might not be what you think it is. We’re concerned that there is a lack of education on drugs in Ireland and perhaps we need to speak openly about the issue. With end of exam parties and summer festivals looming, we want to encourage people be sensible and educated, have your celebrations end well, not in A and E or worse.” Top tips: Get educated […]
[…]to remove the Eighth Amendment from the Constitution in order to protect women’s safety, health and wellbeing. In the coming months, USI will also be registering thousands of students to vote ahead of the proposed date of May 25th. Speaking about the launch, USI President Michael Kerrigan said, “Students are behind this campaign, and are willing to show compassion by voting ‘Yes’ so people can make personal and private decisions without the fear of being charged as criminals. We must remove the Eighth Amendment, and we must accommodate students to vote. Students are overwhelmingly in favour of changing our restrictive […]
[…]need to be done in a safe manner, as is extremely important at the moment. We wouldn’t want the health of existing residents to be compromised and precautions would be […]
[…]with the national union in campaigns relating to third level funding, marriage equality and mental health awareness, among others. This positive result for USI follows referendum victories in Trinity College, NUI Maynooth, Queen’s University Belfast and DCU. John Logue, President of USI, said: “We are delighted to welcome the students of CIT back to the national union. The 7,500 voices of CITSU will now be added to the 250,000 that USI already represents, making our union an even more potent agent for progressive change in the higher education sector and society in general. The members of CITSU voted for unity […]
[…]for Mental health and Older People Helen McEntee to discuss higher education, students and mental health in line with work of the Youth Mental Health Task Force. The Vice President for Welfare with the National Student Housing Executive travelled to Paris to attend and contribute to House Erasmus+ and to discuss targeted solutions at solving accommodation issues across Europe and how to support international and Erasmus students. Membership News Sanitary CarePacs in DITSU The Vice President for Equality and Citizenship launched DITSU’s #CarePac initiative this week in Bolton street, where packs with sanitary towels, pads and tampons will now be made […]
[…]without the Mumps vaccine to immediately make contact with their GP. The call comes after the Health Service Executive revealed a more than trebling of the numbers affected by the illness, which can be very serious and extremely painful – and particularly risky for young men. It’s highly infectious and spreads very rapidly through the same mechanisms as flu and the common cold Speaking after the HSE’s announcement, Greg O’Donoghue, USI’s Vice President for Welfare, said: “If you don’t know whether or not you’ve been immunised against mumps, now is the time to ask your family, or failing that, your […]
The Union of Students in Ireland is now recruiting two staff to join its Dublin-based operation. Applying Candidates should apply by forwarding a CV and a letter stating the title of the role applied for and outlining your suitability for the role (with adherence to the tasks and criteria) to arrive by 1pm on Friday 2nd June 2017, to: The Recruitment Officer The Union of Students in Ireland Portview House Thorncastle Street Ringsend Dublin 4 Or by email to info@usi.ie. The subject line should state your name and the reference code for the job. The Roles are: Public Relations Executive […]
[…]against wasn’t just an education or an environmental issue. It was about preserving the health, investments, weather and wellbeing of generations to come, because climate change has a knock on affect on so many other areas. I would particularly like to commend the efforts of the students and QUB Students Union which lead to this result.” The joint statement said a timetable for completion of the review had been agreed, with recommendations on any proposed policy changes scheduled to come to the university senate on 21 June 2016. It also highlighted that the objective of the review was to ensure […]
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[…]HIV cases, we need to invest in HIV testing, we must ensure barrier-free access to PrEP and sexual health clinics and services across Ireland with a serious focus on ending HIV-related stigma in Ireland. As Ireland comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic, we look to the Government’s robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic and urge the Government to commit the same robust response to ending HIV and HIV-related stigma. USI support calls from HIV Ireland for the Irish Government to re-evaluate the current approach to ending HIV transmission in Ireland considering record high rates of newly notified cases of HIV. […]
[…]union in campaigns relating to graduate jobs, third level funding, marriage equality and mental health awareness, amongst numerous other campaigns. DCUSU will now have a voice in national student affairs, the HEA (Higher Education Authority), the QQI & SUSI grants organisation and access to quality training. In joining, DCUSU will become USI’s 5th largest member. A lot of students have put their faith in USI – and we will now make it our job to prove our value to the many who voted not to join us. This positive result for USI follows the reaffiliation this year of Cork Institute […]
USI is proud to back the Blood For All campaign, which is calling for for an end to the ban on men who have sex with men donating blood for a year after sex. This should be done to end the unfair discrimination. However, would also help to tackle the shortage of donated blood available in Ireland right now // // // Tá AMLÉ ag tacú leis an bhfeachtas Blood For All atá ag iarraidh go gcuirfear deireadh leis an gcosc ar fir a mbíonn caidreamh collaí acu le fir eile fuil a dheonadh ar feadh bliain i ndiaidh chollaíochta. […]
[…]be put in place so another student isn’t trapped in another country, starving with their mental health suffering for 4 years. Today’s decision is a farce, and this show cannot continue.” Ibrahim Halawa is from Firhouse in Dublin. He was arrested in Cairo during a mass demonstration against the military ousting of the Muslim Brotherhood government in August 2013. He was 17-years-old at the time. His trial with 493 others has been delayed 28 times over the past 4 years. There has been no evidence implicating Mr Halawa was presented to the three-judge […]
[…]year as well as survive on a day-to-day basis over the summer. However, due to the on-going public health restrictions large numbers of students have been temporarily or permanently laid-off from jobs and have little possibility of finding other work. The USI is making urgent calls for Government to take into account the hours students will miss out on this summer when making any reforms of the criteria for receiving the COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick explained: “The vast majority of students in Ireland would have taken on many more hours in employment during the summertime to […]
[…]this issue, and arguably it affects our future generations more than any other. UK Department of Health statistics show that over a quarter of those giving Irish addresses with their services are women between 18-24 years of age. Because 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. […]
[…]and how to prevent the transmission of Gonorrhoea and other STIs. The campaign’s website, www.yoursexualhealth.ie, provides information on the facts about Gonorrhoea, safer sex, where to access free STI testing, and where to access free condoms.” Denise McCarthy, Union of Students in Ireland, said “We urge everyone to follow simple steps for prevention – get accurate and reliable information on STIs, always use a condom when having sex, and talk to your partner(s) about STI testing and using condoms. People can have Gonorrhoea and not have any signs or symptoms, so regular STI testing is encouraged, particularly if you have […]
[…]and how to prevent the transmission of Gonorrhoea and other STIs. The campaign’s website, www.yoursexualhealth.ie, provides information on the facts about Gonorrhoea, safer sex, where to access free STI testing, and where to access free condoms.” Denise McCarthy, Union of Students in Ireland, said “We urge everyone to follow simple steps for prevention – get accurate and reliable information on STIs, always use a condom when having sex, and talk to your partner(s) about STI testing and using condoms. People can have Gonorrhoea and not have any signs or symptoms, so regular STI testing is encouraged, particularly if you have […]
[…]the cost of living by controlling rent and improving social housing. Invest in Community Mental Health services. USI President Joe O’Connor said: “Now that we as a country have regained our economic sovereignty, it is time that we put an end to short-term thinking and start working towards shaping the future we want for Ireland. As the future drivers of our economic recovery, it is vital that young people and students have a say in the direction we now take. We may not have brought about the economic difficulties this country finds itself in, but we want to play our […]
[…]or educational psychologists should not also be paid during training while they support the mental health and emotional and educational needs of the most vulnerable. “There is no integrity in a system that has a 100 per cent plus pay differential between colleagues providing a similar service. An immediate plan is needed from Government detailing when, and how, they will bring this inequity to an […]
[…]take place on April 29 in the Gibson Hotel, had previously been moved to May 27 due to the public health measures being taken to stop the spread of COVID-19. As a result of the on-going nature of these measures, the USI has decided to move the celebrations online. The Student Achievement Awards, now in its seventh year, is the annual opportunity for the student movement in Ireland to recognise the contribution of students to improving the experience of their fellow students, and to wider society. Nominations are now closed and the USI will contact the shortlisted nominees in the […]
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[…]employment prospects for many of our generation.” Donoghue said. “JobBridge promotes unhealthy, unstable work schemes and exploits the time, energy and talent of young people. JobBridge is simply not the win-win programme it was pitched as. It’s a tax-payer scheme that allows businesses to breed inferiority complexes, poor working conditions and in turn, poor mental health such as anxiety, depression and despair in the youth.” JobBridge will be discontinued in […]
[…]deficit in Building Managers across DIT’s numerous campuses, a lack of clerical staff in student health centres, and vacancies in key lecturing posts. Síona Cahill, USI President, expressing her backing for DITSU’s actions to highlight this staffing shortage said, “Cutting library opening hours and threatening the future of smaller campus libraries will have a huge impact on students who need these services most, such as part-time and mature students, those who work or commute during the day, and those who do not have the equipment, books, or workspace available to them in their own homes or accommodation. “It is imperative […]
[…]citizens who aspire to it. It has also campaigned on issues such as marriage equality, sexual health and family planning. During your first year in college we hope you’ll join us in our campaigns. Every year, college students face new and more serious threats to their education. The government’s reaction to the economic slump has been astoundingly shortsighted. They have increased the student contribution charge and cut the maintenance grant on an annual basis and in doing so have created a massive financial burden for students and their families. And that’s where you come in. The most important time of […]
[…]up to another Irish student stranded abroad, starving in a cell in another country as their mental health crumbles.” Ibrahim Halawa is from Firhouse in Dublin. He was arrested in Cairo during a mass demonstration against the military ousting of the Muslim Brotherhood government in August 2013. He was 17-years-old at the time. His trial with 493 others has been delayed 28 times over the past 4 years. There has been no evidence implicating Mr Halawa was presented to the three-judge […]
[…]places huge stress and pressure on students and can have a significant impact on their mental health. The long wait for results, and the short turnaround to the new academic year, just creates more stress for them. Securing accommodation has become almost impossible for so many students and this just makes it even harder for first years. A longer lead in time to the academic year would give students more security and time to plan and budget for the year ahead. Yesterday’s announcement gives students just one more week than last year to sort out where they’re going to live. […]
[…]consent. It’s important that every student who’s sexually active look after their own sexual health, and be respectful of others. USI is proud to support this campaign, and look forward to collaborating with LSAD and LIT students in the future.” LSAD students and designers of the campaign, Sarah Egan and Hazel Curtis, said: “Making this campaign has been all about using our creative skills for a good cause,if one person sees this campaign and changes their mindset on consent,then we’ve succeeded as designers.” LIT Students’ Union President, Philip Desmond, said: “A massive congratulations to Hazel Curtis and Sarah Egan for […]
[…]consent. It’s important that every student who’s sexually active look after their own sexual health, and be respectful of others. USI is proud to support this campaign, and look forward to collaborating with LSAD and LIT students in the future.” LSAD students and designers of the campaign, Sarah Egan and Hazel Curtis, said: “Making this campaign has been all about using our creative skills for a good cause,if one person sees this campaign and changes their mindset on consent,then we’ve succeeded as designers.” LIT Students’ Union President, Philip Desmond, said: “A massive congratulations to Hazel Curtis and Sarah Egan for […]
[…]President Michael Kerrigan said, “What we have is effectively a repeal of the Eighth Amendment. Healthcare has no place in the constitution, and we will remain cautious of the wording of the referendum bill to see what the enabling clause will look like. We will be working closely with our allies to ensure we’re not actually taking two steps back while trying to move forward ” Mr Kerrigan added, “Millions of our young people have not had the opportunity to vote on this issue, and arguably it affects our future generations more than any other. UK Department of Health statistics […]
[…]and networking. Topics covered will include effective budgeting, looking after your mental health, time management, running a mature students society on campus and will be a great opportunity for mature students to share their experiences and meet other mature students from around the country. Since Budget 2011, over 7,000 mature students have had their maintenance grants cut by 60%. These students automatically received the non-adjacent rate of the grant in recognition of the substantially higher cost of living for those supporting children, partners or elderly parents. The savagae cuts to the grant have made further education cost-prohibitive for prospective mature […]
[…]member will not disseminate Cura information in any USI materials or campaigns relating to sexual health and support. USI recommends the following services to students for abortion care and support: Irish Family Planning Association – free post-abortion counselling can be booked through the National Pregnancy Helpline 1850 49 50 51. Dublin Rape Crisis Centre – offer help and support to anyone who has experienced sexual violence of any kind 1800 77 8888 or email counselling@rcc.ie Dublin Well Woman Centre – free after abortion counselling 01 […]
[…]has halved since the introduction of the ban. The Swedes have seen a change in attitude to the purchase of sexual services; strong support for the ban on purchasing sexual services (70%-80%). Furthermore, the ban has proved to be an effective deterrent to sex purchasers as surveys show decrease from 13.6% in 1996 to 7.9% in 2008. Congress fully supports: The Turn off the Red Light campaign in Ireland that is working towards criminalisation of the purchaser of sex in Ireland. Congress mandates: The Vice-President for Equality and Citizenship to work with the Turn off the Red Light campaign […]
[…]lost jobs, had to move home and are trying to keep up their study online and keep themselves healthy while supporting family and friends who are more vulnerable. Some students who have had to move home have underlying health conditions themselves and recognise it is safer for them to be able to self-isolate away from their shared student accommodation. Some students had very tough decisions to make in a hurry, such as those from India who had 24 hours to decide whether to go home as the borders were closing and they didn’t have time to get reassurance on rent refunds.” […]
[…]couches or in hostels. There is a real danger that this will negatively impact on retention rates, health and the education of students – and it requires immediate attention from the Government.” Fine Gael’s Damien English said the lack of funding due to the inherited budget is a problem, but supported the USI pre-budget 2015 objectives. He emphasised that executing the objectives, such as increasing student grants and accommodation are long-term goals, and not solvable immediately. Speaking about the meeting, USI President Kevin Donoghue said: “The cost of college is €11,000 per year, which means that college courses can cost […]
[…]COVID-19 restrictions. This lack of rights has caused huge issues for students during the public health restrictions with students losing thousands of euro in prepaid rent. USI is calling on Government and all other TDs in the Dáil to support the Bill, bring it to committee stage and act on it urgently. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Craig McHugh said: “This bill would begin to even the playing field between student renters and renters who hold a traditional lease. For too long students have had sub-par rental rights and the COVID-19 pandemic really brought this home to many. We are hopeful that […]
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[…]campaigns for the third level sector. The Vice President for Welfare attended launch of mental health first aid with Minister for Mental Health and Older People Helen McEntee and Anne O Connor from HSE alongside head of training for Mental Health First Aid Ireland. The Vice President for Equality and Citizenship was invited to address the annual conference of the National Learning Network and Rehab group on Tuesday 5th of April in the Gibson, Dublin. She spoke about the common platform our organisations work on in relation to education and the progression and successful transition of learners, regardless of disability […]
[…]Goals. Congress also mandates The VP for Equality & Citizenship to work with student health groups such as Students4VaccineEquity on vaccine and medicine equity. 15 IA 1: Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership Reapproved 2018 and 2021 Congress notes with concern: The on-going negotiations between the European Union and the United States in relation to the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, and the potential impact that it could have on Irish higher education, democracy and wider society. Congress does not support: The lowering of any EU standards in regards to the environment, food safety, animal welfare and workers’ rights. In […]
[…]actions or attending protests to support the Black Lives Matter movement, please follow the public health guidance. Maintain social distancing, use face masks and ensure you follow respiratory hygiene. If you are, or will be in contact with anyone who is immunocompromised, you can still support these actions online by sharing petitions, donating, or having conversations with friends and family. If anyone is affected by this, please seek support from your Students’ Union and services in your […]
[…]and the effects can be catastrophic for some people. Copies of the new posters area available on www.drugs.ie It is important to remember that if you have physical or mental health problems such as epilepsy, heart problems, asthma, depression, panic or anxiety attacks drug use is more risky. You are advised not to use. It’s always safer not to use illegal […]
[…]Assembly vote. The full polling deck is attached and more information can be found here: https://www.amnesty.ie/itstimepoll/ See USI’s presentation to the Citizens’ Assembly – […]
[…]right to access abortions in Ireland is very much a student issue. UK Department of Health statistics show that approximately one quarter of women who give Irish addresses when availing of abortion services in the UK are between the ages of 18-24. Irish women are more likely to receive surgical abortions. Surgical abortions are more invasive than medical abortions, which are available up to 9 weeks. The reason for this is a lack of information and also the time it takes to organise travelling to another country. This is a class issue. It costs at least €1,000 to travel to England from Ireland for […]
[…]abortion is still illegal in Ireland, even in the case of rape, incest, if there’s a risk to health or severe foetal impairment, is a violation of human rights. Repealing the 8th will restore these rights.” The result now means that UCCSU will actively engage in a local and national campaign to repeal the 8th amendment. Speaking at the count, James Upton, UCCSU Deputy President, said “this result mandates future campaigns to repeal the 8th amendment. We will now actively engage with this issue at all levels, as directed by student council.” Aidan Coffey, UCCSU President said “it’s important to […]
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[…]do I contact them? You can find the full membership of the Oireachtas Committee on Health below. You can also find TDs in your constituency here. The easiest way to contact them is via email, but you could also contact their constituency office. Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health Chair Séan Crowe – Sinn Féin (Dublin South West) Deputies Colm Burke – Fine Gael (Cork North-Central) Cathal Crowe – Fianna Fáil (Clare) David Cullinane – Sinn Féin (Waterford) Bernard Durkan – Fine Gael (Kildare North) Neasa Hourigan – Green Party (Dublin Central) Gino Kenny – Solidarity-People Before Profit (Dublin Mid-West) John Lahart – Fianna Fáil (Dublin South-West) Roisín Shortall – Social Democrats (Dublin North-West) Senators Frances Black – Independent Lorraine Clifford-Lee – Fianna Fáil Martin Conway – Fine Gael Annie Hoey – Labour […]
[…]is immediately needed in the following areas: Grants Fees Housing Access & Inclusion Equality Health (mental & sexual) Action on Climate Change Yesterday’s lobby day saw over 60 student leaders speak to upwards of 145 TD’s and Senators on what funding needs to be made available to the sectors that affect students. USI President Síona Cahill and President-Elect Lorna Fitzpatrick spoke on the Pre-Budget Submission stating: “Following Brexit, students in Ireland will be forced to pay the highest third level fees in the EU. Accommodation costs and the cost of living has soared, while financial support available for students […]
[…]and sometimes external organisations to roll out Welfare campaigns around mental health, sexual health, physical health. Other areas include; accommodation, finances, consent, drugs & alcohol and other addictive behaviours, body positivity, eating disorders and bullying & cyberbullying. Chairs the Welfare working group at National Council to address local and national issues and plan national welfare campaigns. Sits on the following boards: Student Affairs Ireland, National Advisory Committee for Ending Sexual Violence and Harassment in Higher Education, SUSI Advisory Committee, THEA Promoting Consent and Prevention Sexual Violence Steering Group, alongside other national committees. Vice President for Campaigns: Main responsibility for organising […]
[…]Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Institute of Technology, Tralee Mary Brosnan Nursing and Health Care Sciences Institute of Tecnology, Tralee John Brosnan Computing Mary Immaculate College Diarmuid O’Driscoll Mathematics & Computer Studies Mary Immaculate College Mary Moloney Early Childhood Care and Education Maynooth University Frank Mulligan Experimental Physics Maynooth University Kevin Kavanagh Biology National University of Ireland, Galway Deirdre Curran School of Business & Economics and Whitaker Institute (Employment Relations) National University of Ireland, Galway Mark Lang School of Physics (Centre for Astronomy) Open Training College Raymond Watson Social Care Open Training College Alacoque McAuley Savage Social Care Royal College of […]
[…]for Welfare said: “Alcohol awareness campaigns are essential to promotion of good mental health. While awareness now exists of the problems that can arise from excessive alcohol consumption, binge drinking is still a prevalent habit among young people. We offer assistance to Students’ Unions to help them inform and educate their students about alcohol in a simple and engaging manner. These campaigns and this toolkit will help us combat a trend that can lead to depression, poverty and suicide.” The Alcohol Awareness Toolkit and associated resources can be downloaded by visiting drinkaware.ie. Some “Do”s and “Don’t”s of Alcohol Awareness Events […]
[…]cases with a negative effect on their study time and academic output. The crisis in youth mental health issues in this country is being accentuated by the financial burden which many vulnerable students are having to bear in their pursuit of a college degree. The average student maintenance grant, at €84 per week, does not even cover rental costs alone according to the figures published in this study, and does not compare favourably to the lowest rate of Jobseekers’ Allowance in this country, at €100 per week. But this is about more than vulnerable students. Parents and families up and […]
[…]and to hear how they intend to address youth issues such as employment, higher education, mental health services amongst others issues if elected. The North West European Parliament Election Hustings began last month in NUI Galway. You can listen to a recording of this hustings below. Last week the hustings continued in UCC on Wednesday April 30th, for the Southern Region. Click on the recording below to hear the event. The Dublin Region Hustings is taking place in the Science Gallery, Trinity College on May 20th. Click on the event below for details. Promote the Vote: Dublin European Parliament Hustings or book […]
[…]Support for HIV Awareness campaigns – Calls for funding and visibility on Men’s Mental Health to tackle the growing suicide rates in young males – Support for the Decriminalisation of Drugs – Support for Abortion Access in Northern Ireland, as well as support for the campagn for Marriage Equality in Northern Ireland – The USI sabbatical term begins of the 1st July Poll Results Total valid poll: 211 Quota: 106 FitzPatrick, Lorna: 121 Hassan, Oisín: 88 RoN: […]
[…]its campaigns for gender and marriage equality and its efforts to promote mental and sexual health. We hope that UCD students will join these campaigns again in the future, as their input has been profoundly influential over the years. Last Autumn, the students of Trinity College chose to remain affiliated to USI and tomorrow we hope to hear that students in NUI Maynooth will do the same. We will also hear whether students in Dublin City University have chosen to rejoin USI, after a decade of disaffiliation. As students go through difficult times, never has the value of unity and […]
[…]upon the day and mark this occasion for years to come. We need to see substance dependency as a health issue and not a criminal offence and to put in place the systems in society that do that and support people to and through recovery.” Paul Duff, Project Co-Ordinator of the Recovery Academy of Ireland, which has been working with USI on this campaign, said: “The Leave a Light On campaign serves as a beacon of hope, signifying that help is available, and that people can and do recover. It gives me great pride to see well-known buildings light up […]
[…]lost among the many campaigns that students see during the year. Congress believes That a generic health campaign, promoting all aspects of health (physical, sexual, mental, etc.) should replace the specific campaigns, and be rolled out across all MO campuses during the year. That a Student Health and Wellbeing campaign that takes into account the many issues related to Welfare that students’ face, and brings them under an umbrella campaign, would be the best way to ensure that the Welfare related campaign activities of USI are identifiable on a national level. Congress further notes That some campaigns avail of funding […]
[…]right to access abortions in Ireland is very much a student issue. In 2011, UK Department of Health statistics show that 4,049 Irish women availed of abortion services in England and Wales. Of these women, 1,404 were between the ages of 18-24 and 2,566 of these were under the age of 30. Crucially, these figures are probably an underestimation of the true numbers as many Irish women give no Irish address for reasons of confidentiality. It costs at least €1,000 to travel to England from Ireland for an abortion, covering clinic costs, travel costs and accommodation. Students don’t have ready […]
[…]she welcomed the enhanced supports available to students in light of COVID-19, on mental health and a renewed focus on preventing sexual assault on campus, she concluded that more needed to be done to address the central issue of access for all students who would benefit from Higher Education – and that this would be best addressed in a publicly funded higher education system. ENDS Notes: The Education Futures Coalition, formerly known as the Coalition for Publicly Funded Higher Education, is a collaboration between IFUT, SIPTU, FORSA, USI, ISSU and the […]
[…]access to education through increasing SUSI grant thresholds, or improving on-campus mental health services, declaring Budget 2018 as ‘leaving students behind’. Speaking outside the Dáil, USI President Michael Kerrigan said, ‘No income-contingent student loans were announced today, but neither was any meaningful new funding model on how third-level education should be funded. A €250 decrease in fee level would come at a relatively small cost to the state, and alleviated pressure on the payment of fees that have doubled over a period of six years.’ Mr Kerrigan went on to say, ‘It hasn’t been a budget for students. It hasn’t […]
[…]all efforts should be made to be as comprehensive as possible. 11 WEL 2 PHYSICAL HEALTH REAPPROVED 2015 Congress notes: The lack of mandates and policy on the issue of students and physical health. Congress notes with concern: The tendency of young people to sacrifice physical health for academic achievement through lack of sleep, lack of exercise and poor diet. Congress further notes: The diet, exercise and lifestyle play a vital role in a students’ ability to engage productively with their education. Congress therefore mandates the welfare officer: To design a strategy document on physical health, making reference to […]
[…]providers to return prepaid rents to students who cannot live in the accommodation due to public health restrictions or other COVID-19 related reasons. The Bill would also enable students to terminate contracts on accommodation they no longer need because of COVID-19 and would provide students with access to redress for rent they are having trouble getting repaid. USI is calling on Government, and all other TDs in the Dáil to support the Bill, bring it to committee stage and act on it immediately. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Craig McHugh said: “This is extremely urgent for students, they cannot wait […]
The Union of Students in Ireland is calling on Minister for Social Protection, Leo Varadkar, to change the BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) restriction to allow more single parents to progress to third level education, like Erica Fleming, a homeless mother-of-one who was offered a place in Trinity College via the Trinity Access Programme, but who was rejected for BTEA, which she needs to attend college. USI said while the SUSI grants help so many families, and the BTEA is a vital resource for mature learners, the stark truth is that any rules that allow clearly deserving people like Erica […]
[…]from member organisations all across the island. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic public health measures, this year’s SUT takes place online, but the same extensive training programme remains in place. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “We’re delighted that we’ve been able to move this event online and we hope everybody is excited and will take plenty away from it. The training covers areas such as campaigning tactics, academic representation, student finance and SUSI, postgrad experiences and events in the ‘new normal’. We’re making sure that Students’ Union officers from across the country are prepared to support all students […]
[…]many wider societal challenges, in many cases resulting in negative consequences for their mental health, drug and alcohol abuse, and increased criminal activity.” In collaboration with the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) and the Irish Second-Level Students’ Union (ISSU), USI will be releasing a Youth Position Paper in response to the crisis currently facing young people in Ireland in the coming weeks. This will include proposals on the Youth Guarantee as well as a best practice document on the principles of good work experience. Mr O’Connor continued: “Given the scale of the difficulties, this in itself is not the […]
[…]Chris Clifford has been elected President of the Union of Students in Ireland for 2023-2024. A Health and Leisure graduate hailing from Tralee, Chris was today elected by delegates representing students and Students’ Unions from across the island of Ireland at USI’s Comhdháil. Over 250 delegates are attending the four day congress in the Clayton Hotel, Sligo. After graduating from MTU Kerry, Chris was elected Education Officer in his Students’ Union and then went on to be elected SU President and re-elected to the position last year. Chris will take up the role with USI on July 1, along with […]
[…]to the position at the union’s Congress on Wednesday (May 27). Due to COVID-19 public health restrictions, USI Congress was held via Zoom with over 200 delegates voting online for the 2020-2021 Executive Team and numerous policies and motions. Congress was also streamed live on the USI website. There will be five new faces on the USI Executive Team for the year ahead with Clare Austick, Adam Clarke, Ciara Kealy, Megan O’Neill, and Gary Tobin being voted in by delegates. Speaking after her re-election, Lorna Fitzpatrick spoke of how, like Irish society in general, the USI will have unprecedented battles […]
[…]2018. The Wheel will judge Charity Event of the Year and Samaritans Ireland will judge the Mental Health Activism of the Year category. Representatives from colleges across the island will be in attendance. The event is taking place tonight, Thursday, April 19th in Radisson, Dublin Castle at 6:30pm. Full list of nominees and awards can be found here: […]
[…]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’ experiences of all sports, showed that only around a third of LGBT students (36.6%) agreed or strongly agreed that equality policies on all sports were visible at their institution. “In addition to promoting LGBT+ rights through this work, we will also be promoting mental well-being. “We want to see as many GAA players, clubs and counties buying the gloves as possible, and the initiative will […]
[…]not only improve your physical well-being but it can also have a positive impact on your mental health.” Ursula Jacob, who works in the Sport Department at Waterford IT and is an All Star camogie player, “Taking time out from your study to train or play sport can release positive endorphins and allows you to de-stress from your studies. Along with that, it encourages positive interactions with your peers while also allowing you to communicate and engage with a wide variety of people. “This can have a knock on effect; not only on your daily life but also it can […]
[…]and political parties to engage with issues such as youth unemployment, the cost of living, mental health services and many others that impact on the daily lives of young people,” said Ian Power, SpunOut.ie Executive Director. Today’s calls have come as part of the Promote the Vote campaign run by the NYCI, the USI and SpunOut to encourage young voters to register and to use their vote in the upcoming local and European elections. The organisations are hosting an election hustings debate where young voters can engage with candidates in the Science Gallery, Dublin today (20.05.14), from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. […]
USI Congress has been called and will take place on 27-30 March at Treacy’s West County Hotel, Ennis, Co. […]
[…]and become even more transparent. Everything was finalised with the HSE, Think Contraception, Health Ireland and other partners on SHAG 17 before the campaign was set to launch. Vice President for Equality and Citizenship travelled to Brussels to a European Students’ Union (ESU) seminar on refugees and higher education. Watch our video for the USI elections […]
[…]Congress supports the EU’s efforts in job creation we believe that TTIP jeopardises the health and wellbeing of those living in the EU and therefore call on the EU to use these negotiations to encourage the US to raise its standards rather than lowering its own. Congress affirms that while it does not oppose free trade in principle, TTIP does not amount to a traditional free trade agreement but rather threatens to constitute an historic infringement upon democratic governance. Conference mandates: Officer Board to campaign against TTIP and to engage with like-minded organisations in Ireland and across Europe on the […]
[…]should also remain open to students for vital services and needs such as libraries, health centres, food provision, essential in-person teaching, and study spaces required by students. Lorna said: “Spaces must be designated on all campuses for students to access study and to join back-to-back lectures, and robust measures must be put in place at both an institutional and national level to monitor and maintain standards. Connectivity issues should be addressed through dedicated on campus space or regional access points. Consideration of the needs of students on placement, particularly those in professionally accredited courses need to be considered as a priority, in […]
[…]BY USI CONGRESS 2017 Congress notes with deep concern the severe deterioration of the health conditions in recent weeks of Ibrahim Halawa, the Irish citizen interned in Egypt, who is currently on hunger strike. Congress is horrified by the consistently barbaric and inhumane detention of Ibrahim by the Egyptian regime during his now three year internment. Congress is disgusted by the lack of priority given by the Irish government to the detention of a young Irish citizen whose life is now in peril. Congress in its long standing support of human rights states its solidarity with Ibrahim Halawa […]
[…]free, safe and legal abortions in Ireland, at a minimum, in cases of rape, incest, risk to health or fatal foetal impairment; and to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services Outside the State for the Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995 and any related censorship laws. Legalising abortions in Ireland is critical to advancing gender equality, human rights and the position of women in Irish society. USI is calling on the next government to put this to a referendum and let the Irish people decide.” “It has been over a month since the election and we still do not have a […]
[…]February. The evaluation is a process in a long-term partnership with the HSE in promoting sexual health at third-level USI has been accepted as a partner in the Healthy Ireland framework and will be part of the new network initiative. This will be launched in Dublin Castle next Thursday. The Vice President for Campaigns met with SIPTU to discuss workers’ rights, Early Education and began plans for the next academic year. USI have are now in the finals for 3 awards at the Social Media Awards Ireland for: Best Non-Profit/Organisation Twitter account, Best Business Twitter Campaign and […]
[…]local businesses in Dublin. Local businesses used the platform to reward customers for sharing in-store experiences. The more influential the customer the bigger the reward they could earn. We built successful case studies from this launch and have brought on new investors as a result. We’re now talking to global brands about integrating the technology behind their existing platforms. Our team is currently 4 people and this is set to grow to 8 before the end of the year. The support system in Ireland is incredible. Everybody wants to help out. Not a dog eat dog environment at all so […]
[…]this issue, and arguably it affects our future generations more than any other. UK Department of Health statistics show that over a quarter of those giving Irish addresses with their services are women between 18-24 years of age. USI will campaign for repeal of the 8th amendment in line with the expressed views of students across Ireland and our long history of opposition to Ireland’s ban on a woman’s right to choose – and we’ll be redoubling our effort to have students registered and voting on May 25th” ENDS Notes: USI’s national campaign calling for a Repeal of the Eighth […]
[…]information on how to register to vote or change your vote to a new address, you can visitwww.spunout.ie/vote now for a quick and easy ‘how-to’ guide. Denise McCarthy, Deputy President/VP for Welfare, USI said: “Getting registered to vote is an imperative step for any young person who wants their voice to be heard. We urge people to get registered, get informed and use their voices to make a difference to the important issues facing us all today.” James Doorley, Deputy Director of the NYCI said: “It’s vital that young people go out and vote as it’s one of the best means which to get politicians […]
[…]€12,000 in debt with student loans. It has seriously impacted on my studies and my own mental health as a result of working long hours every weekend and often midweek to try to pay it back at just a minimum of €70 per week I might add”. Lauren Hayde, a 2nd year Waterford IT student, said, “The only way I would have been able to go to college was if I took out a student loan, and I did. I had to take out a €3,000 loan which just covered my accommodation for the year. I took this loan out […]
[…]€2 million funding for Student Counselling Services. According to the National Student Mental Health Report students are suffering with extreme levels of stress, anxiety and depression. This additional funding will allow Higher Education Institutions to provide additional support to students through the Student Counselling Services. The €2 million additional investment to the Residential Tenancies Board is a positive step which will support the RTB to exercise its greater powers in enforcing the Rent Pressure Zones. Students have been disproportionately affected by the Housing crisis and it is necessary that the RPZ’s are […]
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[…]in Ireland too often have to occupy places that cause a threat to their physical or mental health due to defective appliances or insufficient maintenance’ states Hoey. The strategy proposes measures for revising minimum standards and suggest rolling-out an inspection programme. The already existing minimum standards seem to be very extensive, and yet they had not been followed by the landlords. Even with increased inspections, only 25% of tenancies will be monitored by 2021. Unfortunately none of those actions ensure how will the execution of the new regulations be ensured. USI believes that a national Deposit Protection Scheme is the […]
[…]in Ireland too often have to occupy places that cause a threat to their physical or mental health due to defective appliances or insufficient maintenance’ states Hoey. The strategy proposes measures for revising minimum standards and suggest rolling-out an inspection programme. The already existing minimum standards seem to be very extensive, and yet they had not been followed by the landlords. Even with increased inspections, only 25% of tenancies will be monitored by 2021. Unfortunately none of those actions ensure how will the execution of the new regulations be ensured. USI believes that a national Deposit Protection Scheme is the […]
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[…]College Dublin – Respect & Dignity Policy Available at: http://www.tcd.ie/about/policies/respect.php Murphy et al. (2011) USI Mental Health Strategy 2010-2013 – ‘Student Lives, Minds & Wellbeing’ This policy was adopted by USI Congress, March […]
[…]out, ignored and rejected by the landlords. This gives rise to homelessness, overcrowding and health and safety risks with a wider impact on labour mobility and having a negative consequence on the functioning of the economy and society where purpose built accommodation can free up more housing for others in society. According to the Eurostudent Survey V Report on the Social and Living Conditions of Higher Education Students in Ireland (2013) 35% of student population lived in private landlord’s property, which constituted the main student accommodation. “The time is ripe to address the housing crisis setting a long-term goal […]
[…]in the workplace is something that must be supported, but not at the risk to student learning and health, as indicated by the report. “Congress supports this new collaboration in education, which will help to improve student conditions whilst recognising and striving for improvement in working conditions for all young workers. We will continue to work with the student movement and all affiliate unions to ensure that students and young workers can avail of quality opportunities and decent conditions in the workplace.” TUI President Joanne Irwin said, “With the extension of the Professional Master of Education (PME) – required to […]
[…]‘Sex Differences in Adaptation to Exercise,’ explains their doctoral project at the School of Health & Human Performance, Dublin City University. The video focuses on the broad area of sex-differences in adaptation to exercise, focusing on female specific considerations which we study through the lens of female rugby. Why Research Matters Video Competition 2022 – David Nolan Ailbhe McGurrin, a PhD researcher at the School of Agriculture and Food Science at University College Dublin, has been awarded the ‘Most Informative’ prize. This prize is awarded to a researcher who has communicated the nature and aim of their research project in […]
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[…]of third-level will have positive consequences for student retention, participation, and mental health, as well as raising standards of living and reducing over-dependence on part-time employment. USI proposes that the government further subsidise higher education institutions by a minimum of €17m in order to deliver a reduction in the Student Contribution Charge of at least €250. One method to fund this is to increase percentage of tax revenue as a per cent of GDP (currently at 30% to the OECD average of 34% through progressive taxation measures. This can be in the form of spending, income or revenue. If people […]
[…]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 working closely with government. Purpose of Job The main focus of the role will be: Acting as project manager of the USI “Homes for Study” campaign, homes.usi.ie website and related initiatives; Supporting and coordinating activities and support for member organisations in the area of […]
[…]and ending tenancies. All tenants and prospective tenants are also urged to go to our website, www.rtb.ie which provides extensive information for both tenants and landlords, including information on our disputes resolution service. For further information, call the RTB on 0818 30 30 37.” “We are encouraging students to ‘like’ their Students’ Union and College page on Facebook and Twitter for information on upcoming events, entertainments and promotions.” USI President, Annie Hoey, said. “We are also advising students to get the phone numbers for a few taxi companies, the college switchboard, college health and medical centre, chaplain, local emergency […]
[…]out and telling their stories. We have LGBT people in all walks of life – our Minister for Health is an openly gay man; the Rose of Tralee (an icon in our culture) is herself an openly gay woman. An older family member turned to me recently and said ‘Laura – there seems to be a way more gay people these days then when I was growing up’ – And of course that’s not the case, it’s just that LGBT people are more comfortable in coming out because society is more accepting now. But that’s not to say it’s easy […]
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[…]that respond to students affected by misconduct – the Counselling Service, Student Services, the Health Unit, and Students’ Union Welfare Officer. Those undergraduate students who had attended workshops, events, and talks related to sexual conduct consistently reported higher awareness of supports and services compared with students who had no exposure to consent education of this kind. The Sexual Experiences Survey collected online survey responses from approximately 6,026 students, with coverage of 21 third level campuses across the Republic of Ireland, mainly from 14 colleges where all students were emailed before Covid-19 lockdown. The survey was a collaborative project between the […]
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[…]we are not being ‘shrill’, we’re calling out an epidemic. We have campaigned on sexual health awareness and guidance for over two decades and there is finally recognition from Government that we don’t just need their concern, we need their resourcing to tackle a cultural and societal problem that we can’t ignore” This week, the Irish Universities Association (IUA) launched an Indecon report on the reinvestment back into the economy and society that Universities make in the Irish third level system, a figure of almost €9 billion per annum. Cahill further remarked: “We need to recognise as a state the […]
[…]is delighted to have so many major parental, secondary school, education, youth and mental health organisations backing our national demonstration for publicly-funded education.” USI President, Annie Hoey, said. “We are inviting the public to join in our march on the 19th October, and to echo the concerns we have on the future of third level education. Third level education is unaffordable and our universities are slipping down on the QS World University Rankings. The loan scheme option put forward in the Cassells report is unsustainable. It will increase emigration, saddle young people with a mortgage-modelled debt and deter mature and […]
[…]that ensure safe and legal access to abortion, at a minimum, in cases of rape, incest, risk to health or severe and fatal foetal impairment. USI also urges the next Government to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services Outside the State for the Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995 and any related censorship laws. The manifesto also focuses on student accommodation and is urging the next Government to prepare a further short-term solution, such as the use of NAMA-owned properties to temporarily address the student accommodation shortfall; and to amend part 3 of the Residential Tenancies Act 2004 to include […]
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[…]Public transport 4. Postgraduate and international student supports 5. Ring-fenced mental health support funding 6. Funding for Tréimhse Foghlama sa Ghaeltacht (Gaeltacht placement for student teachers) USI Vice President for Campaigns, Zaid Al-Barghouthi said: “From reviewing the Summer Economic Statement released last week, we expect Budget 2024 to again contain a number of once-off measures for students and the third-level sector. While the asks we focused on for the Lobby Day and in our pre-Budget submission concentrate on getting the most for students from this once-off spending, we will also be advocating for long-term policies and core funding for long-term plans. “Various TDs and Senators who attended on Tuesday, pledged to support our asks […]
[…]competing with those who can pay higher rents. This gives rise to homelessness, overcrowding and health and safety risks with a wider impact on labour mobility and having a negative consequence on the functioning of the economy and society where purpose built accommodation can free up more housing for others in society. Case studies collected here from University College Cork, Trinity College Dublin and NUI Galway show that accommodation services are increasingly overwhelmed with issues from students seeking accommodation in relation to: rent increases, lack of available and affordable accommodation and tenants rights. This submission discusses the work of the […]
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[…]national and international guidelines. 11 ED 8 PUBLIC SECTOR MORATORIUM REAPPROVED 2015 Congress believes: That the Public Sector Moratorium was a blunt tool used to reduce public sector staffing numbers that has ended up impacting frontline education and health services unnecessarily. Congress also believes: That the Moratorium is forcing many Irish graduates, that would normally be streamed into public service, to emigrate to countries like Australia, Canada and the UK. Congress notes: USI’s policies on graduate unemployment, and the consistent campaign to create jobs for graduates in Ireland Congress mandates the President and Officer board: To call for and […]
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[…]on Job Bridge site. This mandate shall expire after a period of 3 years if it is not re-approved by Congress. 12 NA 10 NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES REGULATORY AUTHORITY Congress notes: The findings of the Auctioneering/Estate Agency Review Group established by the Minister for Justice and Law Reform, that the existing statutory framework for the property sector in the Republic of Ireland is outdated, inappropriate and inadequate for the present day market and does not provide any ongoing official supervisory, disciplinary or consumer redress system. Congress further notes: That to address these shortcomings, the Review Group recommended the establishment […]
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