The Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed

19/06/2026

The INOU Learning Hub is about so much more than education and training, it’s about creating a welcoming, supportive and enjoyable space where learners can connect, build confidence and feel part of a community.

Read more: https://www.inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin/2026/06/08/the-inou-learning-hub-more-than-just-learning/

18/06/2026

Any of this apply to you? Give us a call.

You may have the right to appeal. Call our helpline to find out more.

18/06/2026

Have you read the latest E-Bulletin?

Our latest E-Bulletin is out and available to read at inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin

We have an excellent guest article from our members Community Law and Mediation and Ballymun Job Centre.

An individual member shares her challenges in access to social welfare while working in the arts, and we share updates on the work of the INOU, from our 2026 Annual Delegate Conference, our Learning Hub, and our latest Discussion Forums.

We provide an update on some policy changes, as more people can now access Community Employment, the latest Further Education and Training Strategy has been published, and an interesting report shows upcoming challenges with changing demographics and skill needs into the future.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute to the next e-bulletin issue, contact Rebecca at [email protected]

18/06/2026

A.I. can make mistakes! Call us if you need any help with welfare queries, appeals or any other issue.

A.I. can make lots of mistakes and social welfare issues can be very personalised and complicated. But don't worry. Our welfare rights team are ready to take your call and give you the information you need.

Call 01 - 8560088 and leave a message.

16/06/2026

We have an excellent guest article from our member, Ballymun Job Centre, featured in our e-Bulletin (June 2026, Issue 69): "Bridges to Employment – Empowering Through Sustainable Career Pathways."

Click the link to read the full article: https://www.inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin/2026/06/08/ballymun-job-centre-esf-project-and-training-opportunities/

16/06/2026

A.I. can make lots of mistakes and social welfare issues can be very personalised and complicated. But don't worry. Our welfare rights team are ready to take your call and give you the information you need.

Call 01 - 8560088 and leave a message.

16/06/2026

Check out our latest E-Bulletin at:

https://www.inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin/

Our latest E-Bulletin is out and available to read at inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin

We have an excellent guest article from our members Community Law and Mediation and Ballymun Job Centre.

An individual member shares her challenges in access to social welfare while working in the arts, and we share updates on the work of the INOU, from our 2026 Annual Delegate Conference, our Learning Hub, and our latest Discussion Forums.

We provide an update on some policy changes, as more people can now access Community Employment, the latest Further Education and Training Strategy has been published, and an interesting report shows upcoming challenges with changing demographics and skill needs into the future.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute to the next e-bulletin issue, contact Rebecca at [email protected]

15/06/2026

I am a middle-aged woman, working backstage in theatre for over 25 years, in the costume department.

I am classed as freelance, part-time casual, but I have had mostly one main employer for the past 16 years.

Read more: https://www.inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin/2026/06/08/social-welfare-and-working-in-the-arts/

15/06/2026

On May 20th the Irish National Organisation of the nemployed (INOU) held our Annual Delegate Conference in the Ashling Hotel in Dublin. The theme of this year's conference was ‘A Better Future for All’.

Read more: https://www.inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin/2026/06/08/inou-annual-delegate-conference-2026/

10/06/2026

Our latest E-Bulletin is out and available to read at inou.ie/analysis/e-bulletin

We have an excellent guest article from our members Community Law and Mediation and Ballymun Job Centre.

An individual member shares her challenges in access to social welfare while working in the arts, and we share updates on the work of the INOU, from our 2026 Annual Delegate Conference, our Learning Hub, and our latest Discussion Forums.

We provide an update on some policy changes, as more people can now access Community Employment, the latest Further Education and Training Strategy has been published, and an interesting report shows upcoming challenges with changing demographics and skill needs into the future.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute to the next e-bulletin issue, contact Rebecca at [email protected]