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Our vision is of an inclusive and equal Ireland that realises the rights of all refugees and migrants.
"If public services and community leaders are not connected or engaged with each other, a vacuum is created. Within such a vacuum, misinformation and fear fester."

The reality Ireland for many people who've come here hoping for a safer life.

www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...
Ignoring migrants' religious communities fails Ireland's integration efforts
The practical supports offered by immigrants' faith communities enables them to settle here, form social bonds and to feel at home here and flourish in a way Government supports do not
www.irishexaminer.com
November 6, 2025 at 10:33 AM
A good article by Tom O'Connor on why Ireland needs a steady stream of immigration for its economy, schools, hospitals, food and construction industries.

www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...
Government needs to tackle issues sending desperate people into arms of far right
The economy cannot survive without migration, so the Government must use the welfare state to insulate the poorest against far-right narratives
www.irishexaminer.com
October 31, 2025 at 10:26 AM
"The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) made the comments after finding that hate speech is a widespread problem in Ireland and is most commonly anti-migrant in nature."

www.thejournal.ie/simon-harris...
'Dangerous dog whistling': Tánaiste's comments on immigration criticised by opposition
Harris yesterday said that the government need to consider migration numbers in a “very serious way”.
www.thejournal.ie
October 31, 2025 at 10:13 AM
"There were “grave concerns” for especially vulnerable asylum seekers, such as possible human trafficking victims, LGBTI people and young people whose ages were disputed."

www.irishtimes.com/ireland/soci...
‘Grave concerns’ over rights for asylum seekers under EU migration pact
Oireachtas Bill to adopt agreement goes further than Brussels requires, say rights groups
www.irishtimes.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:28 AM
"The artists hope it will inspire reflection, reminding all who pass by to remember Ireland’s shared history of migration and oppression and to encourage empathy, in particular, with people who are coming here as refugees and asylum seekers today."

www.corkbeo.ie/news/local-n...
New 50-metre mural painted by students unveiled in Cork city
The artists hope it will inspire reflection and unity
www.corkbeo.ie
October 20, 2025 at 10:52 AM
"We’re appealing to anyone who needs our services to come to us. We don’t care about your PPS number. All we need is your age and first name."

www.irishexaminer.com/news/munster...
'Trafficking victims in Cork don't come forward for fear of court or deportation'
'All we need is your age and first name': Sexual assault treatment unit specialist encourages trafficking victims who may have been sexually assaulted to come forward
www.irishexaminer.com
October 7, 2025 at 1:01 PM
"Micheál Martin said there was a 'need' for builders to be assertive on how 'vital' immigration is for the economy."

www.thejournal.ie/immigration-...
Taoiseach tells construction chiefs to 'stand up' for importance of immigration to industry
They were delivered in unscripted remarks at the annual Construction Industry Federation conference in Croke Park this morning.
www.thejournal.ie
October 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
“[it is] inappropriate to try and interfere with people’s decision-making” ~ Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council.

www.thejournal.ie/asylum-seeke...
'I'm saving the state money': Minister defends €10,000 offer to families to drop asylum claims
The justice minister says it costs the state €30,000 per annum to accommodation an international protection applicant.
www.thejournal.ie
September 30, 2025 at 7:22 AM
"The Commission has applied to the Supreme Court for permission to appeal this more recent decision. The Supreme Court will now consider whether it will hear the Commission’s appeal."

www.thejournal.ie/asylum-seeke...
IHREC seeks to challenge ruling that homeless refugees were not denied human rights by the State
The case concerned the State’s obligation to provide asylum seekers with accommodation
www.thejournal.ie
September 19, 2025 at 11:42 AM
"That kind of comment is out of order and we shouldn't be trying... to question people's citizenship or their Irishness because of their origins, perhaps, or the colour of their skin." Welcome words from the Taoiseach. But we now need more action. www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
Ireland at ‘tipping point’ on response to citizenship issues, Taoiseach warns
Tánaiste Simon Harris said the far right would not be allowed to 'hijack' the 'valued national flag'
www.irishexaminer.com
September 5, 2025 at 9:11 AM
18-year-old Max Reva accepted his top college choice after achieving a remarkable 625 points in his Leaving Cert.

www.rte.ie/news/educati...
Teen who came to Ireland alone reflects on exam success
It has been a big week for the Class of 2025, with CAO offers following hot on the heals of the Leaving Cert results.
www.rte.ie
September 1, 2025 at 8:50 AM
An interesting overview of what's happening in Europe right now.

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OP-ED: The Road to Nowhere? A Critique of the ‘Route-Based Approach’ to Migration and Asylum | European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
ecre.org
August 28, 2025 at 11:52 AM
theloop.ecpr.eu
August 22, 2025 at 10:26 AM