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Programmes
Why do we still have to justify community work’s existence?
The work of community development and social inclusion organisations has a consistent track record in Ireland. So why do those organisations continually have to justify its existence?
Community
‘I’m now a lecturer in community development’ – Horace
I’m now a lecturer in community development... Think of how I’m going to shape young minds!
Equality & Rights
You, #MeToo and the community of women
As we enter 2019, Kirsty Tobin outlines #MeToo, the Silence Breakers, #TimesUp and Donald Trump’s election – just some of the reasons, in short, why Changing Irelandis prepared to declare 2018 the Year of the Woman.
Equality & Rights
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.
Programmes
Is social inclusion our best weapon in the fight against the far right?
People forced to the margins of society are far more likely to be radicalised, so why aren’t we talking more about successful social inclusion approaches?
Development Work
WCDC 2018: Sweating, singing and speaking up in Maynooth
At this summer’s World Community Development Conference in Maynooth, enthusiastic attendees sang, danced and made their feelings heard.
Development Work
WCDC: Bernadette on target, but Jim hits the bullseye
Following this summer’s World Community Development Conference, editor Allen Meagher reminisces about as past encounter with two of the headline speakers.
Policy & Strategy
The Secret Librarian: “What kind of society do we want?”
As a raft of new services are announced for Ireland’s libraries, we ask our Secret Librarian for their take on the upcoming changes.
