Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Empowerment

Soldiers in petticoats: 100 years of women’s right to vote

Late last year, women's right to vote in Ireland turned 100 years old. Here, we examine the history of Irish women's suffrage.

Are we there yet? Fight for women’s equality in Ireland not over

As we launch Women’s Week here on Changing Ireland, editor Allen Meagher shares his thoughts on the continued fight for equality.

Meet Cian Power, the Moyross teen on the way to soccer stardom

Not everyone can be a star, so how come so many people from Moyross are famous?

3 people who had life-changing experiences with Moyross Youth Academy

During the early 2000s, Moyross became known nationally for extreme poverty and high crime rates. Some organisations sought to give residents a way out of that stereotype. One of them was the Moyross Youth Academy.

Laura Hughes: ‘I’m from Moyross – this is who I am’

The official opening of the Moyross Youth Academy was more than just a launch – it was an opportunity for local participants to tell their stories.

Is new Youth Academy proof Moyross has turned a corner?

The new Moyross Youth Academy has been officially opened at a launch event featuring Minister of State David Stanton and several former Moyross youth programme participants.

How has the DEASP responded to recent JobPath criticism?

Amid criticism and concerns about the JobPath programme, the recently rebranded Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has touted its successes.

JobPath: What have I learned after 6 months on the programme?

As frustrations with JobPath are voiced throughout the country, reporter Ben Panter shares an inside look at his own experience.