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The interview, over 20 minutes, looked at the magazine’s history and its current edition and stories relevant to Dublin readers and to anyone interested in community development.
The Near FM discussion looked at the arguments made by youth worker and famous boxer, Craig O’Brien, who as part of his work with the Solas Project has launched a “Fighting For Change” programme targeted at young people in Dublin 8. The challenges are enormous, yet Craig and his team in the Solas project are reaching as many youths as they can.
https://changingireland.ie/solas-community-worker-craig-obrien-is-fighting-for-change-in-d8/
Craig happens to be the third Dub in the past 12 months to feature on the front cover – the others being singer Gemma Dunleavy and enterprise centre co-ordinator Evanne Kilmurray.
Philip asked if people can write in with story ideas and suggestions. Allen said that was how many of our stories originate and he encouraged Philip and others to email (editor@changingireland.ie).
The radio show also looked some outstanding stories. For example, from Dublin we had a recent story describing the difficulties facing Tus participants who cannot open bank accounts, preventing them from taking up Tus placements, thereby losing out on potentially life-changing opportunities.
Philip urged people to read the magazine online or sign up to receive it by post. Again, email: editor@changingireland.ie or contact us via social media with your details.
