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02/09/2026

The Executive Office has launched the new Minority Ethnic Community Services (MECS) Map.

This is a vital resource designed to help members of minority ethnic communities, refugees, asylum seekers to easily find relevant support and services across the North of Ireland. Please share this with anyone who may benefit from it.

Explore the map here:

02/09/2026

Birr Traveller & Settled Community Group will be presenting 'Strong Voices, Strong Minds' - an evening of song, story and community featuring acclaimed traditional singer Thomas McCarthy.

Thomas will be accompanied by musicians Blackie O’Connell and Seánie McGrath, plus singers Rosie McCarthy and Trish Reilly.

The free event takes place at Birr Theatre & Arts Centre on Saturday 12 September at 8pm.

Free admission. Booking recommended: 057 912 2911

01/09/2026

A new study has called for Traveller-focused training for healthcare workers and a new app to help patients in mental health crisis.

The 'Speaking Through Crisis' study recommends designing these tools in cooperation with the Traveller community to ensure patients receive safe, effective, and culturally-sensitive care when in crisis.

Read more: https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41904817.html

31/08/2026

DO TRAVELLERS NEED A STATE APOLOGY?

Join us for our National Conference on the historical mistreatment of the Traveller Community by the State and the case for an official State Apology. Have your say in our open-floor Q&A alongside expert panellists.

🛑 Please note: This is a Traveller-Only Space.

📅 Date: Monday, 7th September
⏰ Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
📍 Venue: The Cube, Áras na Mac Léinn, University of Galway
🎟️ Details: Free to attend. Lunch is provided!

To secure your place, please register by contacting Maureen on 087 675 9660 or [email protected].

31/08/2026

27/08/2026

https://www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/commentanalysis/arid-41901652.html

Grief for the dead does not endorse what they did, but criticism of appalling conduct does not require contempt for who they were

27/08/2026

Congratulations to all Traveller and Roma students receiving their CAO offers today.

Whether you got your first choice, a lower preference, or not the offer you were hoping for, completing the Leaving Certificate is a significant achievement in itself.

If you did not get the course you wanted, it is not the end of the road. Round two offers are still to come (Sept. 7th), and Further Education and Training remains a strong and well-established route into higher education. Post Leaving Certificate courses and tertiary degree programmes delivered through your local Education and Training Board can lead directly into degree study, in many cases without CAO points. Contact your local ETB for course information and application dates.

For anyone thinking about how to fund the next step, there are bursaries, scholarships and supports available to Traveller and Roma students that can ease the financial cost of third level.

We have compiled a list of some of these on our website: https://www.paveepoint.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Student-Supports-2026-2027.docx

26/08/2026

🎉 National Traveller Educational Achievement Awards 2026 🎉
Yes, it is that time of year again 😊

Do you know someone who’s worked hard and achieved something amazing in their education?

Nominate them today for the National Traveller Education Achievement Awards 2026!

Hosted by us, Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service, this special celebration takes place on 15th October 2026, 1 pm – 4:30 pm at Smock Alley Theatre, 1662, 6-7 Exchange Street Lower, Temple Bar, Dublin 8, D08 EH67.

From Junior/Leaving Cert to all QQI Major Awards, GCSEs, A Levels, Special Purpose Awards, Third-Level courses, and Ph.D.’s — these awards honour dedication, commitment, and success at every stage of learning.

Teachers, mentors, family members, friends — YOU can make sure their achievement gets the recognition it deserves.
Recipients will be celebrated in style with peers, family, and supporters — and every nominee who attends will also be entered into our amazing prize draw, with chances to WIN:

🎁 A laptops
🎁 A mobile phones
🎁 A One4All vouchers

Enjoy a warm, welcoming event filled with pride, applause, light refreshments, and the chance to connect with others who share your passion for learning.

🚨 Nominate someone NOW — let’s give their hard work the celebration it deserves, and maybe they’ll take home a fantastic prize! 🚨

Please contact Exchange House Ireland Education & Training Service for more information.

Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]

26/08/2026

An Tearmann Traveller Support Project is recruiting for two new roles!

1. Traveller A Stars Pilot Programme Co-ordinator
2. Community Development Worker

For more info, or to apply, see below 👇

STEP is a rights-based community organisation providing services in advice, support, advocacy, community development, social enterprise & strategic engagement

25/08/2026

https://www.live95fm.ie/news/live95-news/new-employment-supports-for-members-of-the-travelling-community-in-limerick/

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