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Students at breaking point- USI calls for protection of student supports in October’s Budget

[…]financial strain does not alone have an impact on creating 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 […]
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Today’s anti-racism rally sends message that Ireland is for all, says USI

[…]was proud to attend today’s rally, along with many students, to show that we condemn in the strongest terms, the racism that was on display last Thursday evening, and we will continue to work to end all forms of racism in our society. USI also attended to show its support to everyone who was affected by the awful violence and hate-filled atmosphere, particularly students and others working in the area. USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, James Curry said: “All of our thoughts are with the five-year-old girl who remains in critical condition in hospital, and the whole school […]
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The role of students in 1916 compared to the role of students today

[…]was led by the energy and determination of its youth. Kevin Barry was 18 when he took part in the Rising. Michael Collins was 25 in 1916. Eamonn Ceant was 34. Patrick Pearse was 36. The determination of the youth made the rising a success. Recent independent research by Thinkhouse showed that 83% of young people planned to vote in the General Election. By midday on the 22nd May more than 27,000 tweets had been sent with the hashtag #HomeToVote. Social media was flooded with statements and photos from Ireland’s far flung youth supporting same-same marriage, and getting planes, trains […]
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USI welcomes the announcement today that Deputy Joe McHugh will be taking over the position of Minister for Education and Skills.

[…]his new role. The third level education funding crisis will be the real test for any new Minister in the Department of Education and Skills, and we look forward to working collaboratively and proactively with Deputy McHugh. Minister McHugh’s appointment comes in the aftermath of Budget 2019, which commited a grossly inadequate level of investment in a system our future depends on, and did nothing to assist students in financial distress, or students who have been locked out of education due to a lack of accommodation. There has been a 2% increase in the number of students attending third level […]
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[…]Week 26/11/13 USI End Partnership with DrinkAware.ie USI End partnership with drinkaware.ie  The Independent 25/11/13 Students protest over third-level cutbacks RTE 01/10/13 USI News on […]

Reach out to someone this World Mental Health Day, say USI

[…]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 […]
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Statement on Berkeley Incident

[…]in Ireland is shocked and devastated at news of a serious incident in Berkeley, California, resulting the apparent deaths of Irish students. Initial reports say that a balcony collapse has killed six people and injured seven – and that at least some of the deceased are Irish students. Laura Harmon, USI President, said: “The thoughts of the whole student movement are today with the families and friends of those students caught up in this terrible event. Like the classmates and loved ones of those involved, we await further information from the authorities. Every year thousands of students travel the world to […]

Redeveloping the website

[…]support our members engage with those issues and campaigns, along with the structures and systems in the organisation. The new features of the site are:   USI Events A proper Events Notification and booking system.  If USI is hosting an event, its details and the opportunity to book will be available on the site. Blogs for Officers Student officers lead USI – now they can communicate their thoughts, their take on events and share news about their work with members. Blogs for Committees and Administration This allows the committees of USI to communicate directly with members when it’s necessary. Forum […]

USI marks World Suicide Prevention Day 2020

[…]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 local A&E or phone 999 Call Samaritans on 116 123 or […]

“Government engaging in smoke and mirrors in relation to student accommodation” – USI

[…]landmark policy response will, for the first time, see the state providing financial support in the construction of on-site student accommodation, and underpins 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 […]
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International students must be considered in COVID-19 measures

[…]Students (ICOS). Government has to ensure that the needs of international students are included in the COVID-19 crisis planning on the back of the worrying information revealed in the survey, according to ICOS and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). One-in-five third-level international students have lost their jobs but are unable to access the Pandemic Unemployment Payment, according to the research among third-level and English language students about their wellbeing during COVID-19. As well as job losses, the pandemic is having a serious impact on international students getting part-time jobs and enough hours to support their studies, many are […]
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BIG LOVE – World Record Attempt

Help us set a new World Record – show the world how big our heart is! The Union of Students in Ireland will hold a world record attempt on 25 April at Smithfield Square, Dublin 7.* Online event registration for Big Love – USI marriage equality World Record Attempt powered by Eventbrite The event will consist of an attempt to form a large number of people into the shape of a heart.  There is no current record for this feat, though similar records have been attempted and set.  We want hundreds in our heart – and we’re looking for a […]

USI writes to Government on World Eating Disorders Day 2021

[…]and recovery 4) Provide education and awareness 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 […]
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On World Suicide Prevention Day, USI calls for necessary investment to bring the number of student counsellors up to recommended ‘safe and ethical’ levels

[…]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 said they tried to get help afterwards, and of those, 48 per cent said they found it ‘difficult/very difficult’ to access help. USI Vice President for Welfare, Colette Murphy said: “On this World Suicide Prevention Day, and as we get ready for the new academic year, […]
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Union of Students in Ireland marks World Mental Health Day 2020 with day of action and letter to Minister Simon Harris

[…]it needs to have a partnered approach whereby staff and students work together. This is clear in the recommendation for an implementation group to be established at each HEI to include students/student representatives. The USI National Report on Student Mental Health has played a central role in the development of this strategy and I want to again thank every student who shared their stories to help us get to this point.” USI has also marked World Mental Health Day by writing to Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris; Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly; and Minister […]
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USI joins Amnesty International outside the Dáil to call on the Government to Repeal the 8th

[…]the public want access to abortion expanded. Every day for the next twelve weeks, 12 people will join the vigil outside Leinster House. The increasing numbers will remind political leaders of the amount of women anti-abortion laws negatively affect when they are forced into temporary exile from Ireland to access their human rights day after day, week after week. “USI has been pro-choice and campaigning for Irish abortion services since the early 80s. We are proud to stand alongside and fully support Amnesty International in this campaign.” Union of Students in Ireland President, Kevin Donoghue, said, “We are urging the […]
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USI Encourage Students to ‘Share the Load’ on International Men’s Day

[…]also offers 3Ts TALKs on a variety of aspects of mental health and safeTALK Suicide Alertness training.  safeTALK is a half-day alertness training that prepares people, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. 3Ts delivers this training free of charge to interested groups and organisations. USI hosts safeTALK training to Students’ Union Officers at various training events throughout the […]
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USI urges Minister for Health to back international students health insurance bill

[…]Students) (Amendment) Bill 2021) deals with only one issue, namely the huge increase in insurance costs for non-EEA students in Ireland regarding health insurance. You will understand that our sector is experiencing unprecedented challenges and international students are extremely concerned about the increase in insurance costs that have been imposed on them since October 2020. All non-EEA students are required to have insurance to 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 […]
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