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When a person is sent to prison, the family and children bear a cost.
In a new report -Paying the Price- the @irishpenalreform.bsky.social outline and describe the extent of these costs.
In a new report -Paying the Price- the @irishpenalreform.bsky.social outline and describe the extent of these costs.
November 19, 2025 at 2:48 PM
When a person is sent to prison, the family and children bear a cost.
In a new report -Paying the Price- the @irishpenalreform.bsky.social outline and describe the extent of these costs.
In a new report -Paying the Price- the @irishpenalreform.bsky.social outline and describe the extent of these costs.
'Even ignoring the climate cynics on social media, I’d still find myself asking: is this really working?
Until I remember, of course, those climate tipping points and realise once again, that these are the most important negotiations ever undertaken.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Until I remember, of course, those climate tipping points and realise once again, that these are the most important negotiations ever undertaken.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Eamon Ryan: At Cop30 I ask myself, is this really working?
At the climate summit in Belém, I wondered if the whole multilateral process is worthwhile
www.irishtimes.com
November 18, 2025 at 8:36 AM
'Even ignoring the climate cynics on social media, I’d still find myself asking: is this really working?
Until I remember, of course, those climate tipping points and realise once again, that these are the most important negotiations ever undertaken.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Until I remember, of course, those climate tipping points and realise once again, that these are the most important negotiations ever undertaken.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
We’re at the halfway mark of COP30, here in the Brazilian Amazonian city of Belém, a very hot and humid environment, which brings much-needed discomfort for us attending the conference. This atmosphere adds to the mounting pressure on party delegates and world leaders to show compassion./1
November 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
We’re at the halfway mark of COP30, here in the Brazilian Amazonian city of Belém, a very hot and humid environment, which brings much-needed discomfort for us attending the conference. This atmosphere adds to the mounting pressure on party delegates and world leaders to show compassion./1
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The upcoming Winter issue of Studies will focus on 'Language and the Landscape', with a leading theme of the life and work of Manchán Magan and lead articles by @liammacamhlaigh.bsky.social, Siobhán McNamara, and Tom Casey SJ.
November 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The upcoming Winter issue of Studies will focus on 'Language and the Landscape', with a leading theme of the life and work of Manchán Magan and lead articles by @liammacamhlaigh.bsky.social, Siobhán McNamara, and Tom Casey SJ.
"Ireland’s authorities have failed to take adequate and timely action to address a number of longstanding recommendations by the CPT, particularly on overcrowding, poor mental healthcare, complaints mechanisms, and unsafe conditions across places of detention”
www.independent.ie/irish-news/o...
www.independent.ie/irish-news/o...
Overcrowding, fights and abuse – Government has ‘failed’ to address ‘degrading’ prison conditions, says EU anti-torture watchdog
The State has failed to address the “degrading” conditions in which inmates live in the country’s prisons and detention centres, according to an EU watchdog.
www.independent.ie
November 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
"Ireland’s authorities have failed to take adequate and timely action to address a number of longstanding recommendations by the CPT, particularly on overcrowding, poor mental healthcare, complaints mechanisms, and unsafe conditions across places of detention”
www.independent.ie/irish-news/o...
www.independent.ie/irish-news/o...
As COP30 proceeds in Belém, we took to the streets of Dublin today alongside many other groups to show our support for an end to fossil power and for faster, fairer climate action.
November 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
As COP30 proceeds in Belém, we took to the streets of Dublin today alongside many other groups to show our support for an end to fossil power and for faster, fairer climate action.
Despite the rain, Siobhán McNamara, our Environmental Engagement Officer, is marching with thousands of others for today's National Climate March.
November 15, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Despite the rain, Siobhán McNamara, our Environmental Engagement Officer, is marching with thousands of others for today's National Climate March.
While faith-based communities are in a blindspot when policymakers think about integration, our new research found that a "thick web of faith communities represent a network of trust that helps our complex city function," by building social bridges for new arrivals.
www.jcfj.ie/2025/11/15/t...
www.jcfj.ie/2025/11/15/t...
The City We Don’t See: How Faith Communities are Contributing to Dublin’s Social Capital - Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Ireland
With the rise of Far-Right violence, the question of social integration has become a key conversation. But if you want to see integration in action, the first place to go is not a political press conf...
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November 15, 2025 at 1:11 PM
While faith-based communities are in a blindspot when policymakers think about integration, our new research found that a "thick web of faith communities represent a network of trust that helps our complex city function," by building social bridges for new arrivals.
www.jcfj.ie/2025/11/15/t...
www.jcfj.ie/2025/11/15/t...
COP30 has officially begun! This year we have Colm on the ground and he'll be sharing his experiences with us the next few weeks
If you have any questions about COP let us know!
Keep your eyes peeled so we can keep you updated 🌿
If you have any questions about COP let us know!
Keep your eyes peeled so we can keep you updated 🌿
November 14, 2025 at 4:42 PM
COP30 has officially begun! This year we have Colm on the ground and he'll be sharing his experiences with us the next few weeks
If you have any questions about COP let us know!
Keep your eyes peeled so we can keep you updated 🌿
If you have any questions about COP let us know!
Keep your eyes peeled so we can keep you updated 🌿
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Look at this amazing round-up of the faith-based communities active in North-East inner city Dublin! The report is a fascinating look at how these communities help with integration and transition into Irish society for new arrivals. What a lovely insight into the support networks of the city.
November 10, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Look at this amazing round-up of the faith-based communities active in North-East inner city Dublin! The report is a fascinating look at how these communities help with integration and transition into Irish society for new arrivals. What a lovely insight into the support networks of the city.
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As President Michael D. Higgins’ term ends, we wish him & Sabina every happiness. Since 2011, he has been Patron of IPRT championing penal reform, human rights & dignity.
Thank you, President Higgins, for your leadership & compassion. 🙏
Thank you, President Higgins, for your leadership & compassion. 🙏
November 10, 2025 at 2:43 PM
As President Michael D. Higgins’ term ends, we wish him & Sabina every happiness. Since 2011, he has been Patron of IPRT championing penal reform, human rights & dignity.
Thank you, President Higgins, for your leadership & compassion. 🙏
Thank you, President Higgins, for your leadership & compassion. 🙏
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I had great fun writing a chapter about the connections between Monaghan, a youth minister, and the founding of Manchester City for this (excellent Christmas gift) book edited by @salvadorryan.bsky.social www.hodgesfiggis.ie/book/childho...
November 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
I had great fun writing a chapter about the connections between Monaghan, a youth minister, and the founding of Manchester City for this (excellent Christmas gift) book edited by @salvadorryan.bsky.social www.hodgesfiggis.ie/book/childho...
"If we truly mean to tackle racism and advance integration, authorities can no longer justify ignoring the contribution these faith-based communities make."
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Breda O'Brien: Not far from the tricolours of Dublin’s inner city, 50 faith communities are doing vital work
Irish people should understand their importance – from Kilburn to Canberra, our diaspora for generations sought out Catholic churches as bridges to their new lives
www.irishtimes.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:19 PM
"If we truly mean to tackle racism and advance integration, authorities can no longer justify ignoring the contribution these faith-based communities make."
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Some warm weekend news!
Ireland's first major Passivhaus style (highly sustainable) housing project. And it's Cost rental, social housing.
Ireland's first major Passivhaus style (highly sustainable) housing project. And it's Cost rental, social housing.
255 cost rental and social homes completed in new north Dublin development
Whitehaven, located in the Northwood area of Santry, provides 255 new homes across five buildings, as well as an indoor communal area, multiple play spaces and landscaped gardens
www.dublinlive.ie
November 8, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Some warm weekend news!
Ireland's first major Passivhaus style (highly sustainable) housing project. And it's Cost rental, social housing.
Ireland's first major Passivhaus style (highly sustainable) housing project. And it's Cost rental, social housing.
Our research colleagues, Sophie Manaeva and Richard Carson, spoke with Áine Lawlor about our new "Faith in the North-East Inner-City" report.
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
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📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Episode 2
Threats to global religious freedom - Michael Kelly. Religion & politics: peace/conflict? – Rev. Dr. Gary Mason. Religions in the NEIC - Richard Carson & Sophie Maneva. Remembrance reflection – Richar...
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November 8, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Our research colleagues, Sophie Manaeva and Richard Carson, spoke with Áine Lawlor about our new "Faith in the North-East Inner-City" report.
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
📻 Listen from 30.55. 📻
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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Yesterday, the UCD Institute of Criminology & Criminal Justice was delighted to host @keithadams.bsky.social for a Criminology Salon. Keith spoke about human dignity and punishment, and how we conceptualise and measure the pains of imprisonment. Thanks to Keith and everyone who joined!
November 6, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Yesterday, the UCD Institute of Criminology & Criminal Justice was delighted to host @keithadams.bsky.social for a Criminology Salon. Keith spoke about human dignity and punishment, and how we conceptualise and measure the pains of imprisonment. Thanks to Keith and everyone who joined!
If you want to hear more about our 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City' report and its implications, our colleagues Richard Carson and Sophie Manaeva sat down with Áine Lawlor for Divine Sparks.
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
November 7, 2025 at 12:22 PM
If you want to hear more about our 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City' report and its implications, our colleagues Richard Carson and Sophie Manaeva sat down with Áine Lawlor for Divine Sparks.
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen tonight at 10pm on @rteradio1.bsky.social
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
In late October, the Centre published 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City,' a report exploring the overlooked connection between faith-based communities and the integration of new communities to a city.
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
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A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
Faith in the North-East Inner-City - Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Ireland
Introduction New research by the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice and ACET Ireland has identified almost fifty faith-based communities in the north-east inner-city of Dublin. A key aim of the resea...
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November 7, 2025 at 12:15 PM
In late October, the Centre published 'Faith in the North-East Inner-City,' a report exploring the overlooked connection between faith-based communities and the integration of new communities to a city.
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
A 🧵on the local and national coverage received so far /1
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
www.jcfj.ie/2025/11/06/d...
Dilexi Te 'I have loved you' gave us the first insight into what Pope Leo XIV wants to do in his papacy. And he had some very clear things to say!
Dilexi Te 'I have loved you' gave us the first insight into what Pope Leo XIV wants to do in his papacy. And he had some very clear things to say!
Dilexi Te: What if our Treasure was Care for those who are Poor? - Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Ireland
Pope Leo XIV gave the first insight to what direction his papacy would take early last month when he published his first official teaching – Dilexi Te – (“I have loved you”). This document had been be...
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November 6, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Dilexi Te 'I have loved you' gave us the first insight into what Pope Leo XIV wants to do in his papacy. And he had some very clear things to say!
Dilexi Te 'I have loved you' gave us the first insight into what Pope Leo XIV wants to do in his papacy. And he had some very clear things to say!
JCFJ's Sophie Manaeva writes:
'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.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
'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.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
November 6, 2025 at 9:35 AM
JCFJ's Sophie Manaeva writes:
'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.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
'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.'
Actively working with FBCs is essential to building stronger, healthier communities!
Tonight we launched our Faith based Communities in the NEIC report. Sharing insight into the supports these communities provide in the NEIC.
As Cllr Janet Horner put it:
'It's not that faith communities have disappeared but the geographical spaces that they are able to occupy are dwindling'
As Cllr Janet Horner put it:
'It's not that faith communities have disappeared but the geographical spaces that they are able to occupy are dwindling'
November 5, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Tonight we launched our Faith based Communities in the NEIC report. Sharing insight into the supports these communities provide in the NEIC.
As Cllr Janet Horner put it:
'It's not that faith communities have disappeared but the geographical spaces that they are able to occupy are dwindling'
As Cllr Janet Horner put it:
'It's not that faith communities have disappeared but the geographical spaces that they are able to occupy are dwindling'
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/soci...
The risk of crises such as the 2023 Dublin riots “will diminish if officials cultivate relationships with faith-based communities”.
The risk of crises such as the 2023 Dublin riots “will diminish if officials cultivate relationships with faith-based communities”.
Policymakers failing to tap into religious groups for migrant integration, says report
Nearly 50 faith-based communities in north-east inner city play unique role as ‘mediators of integration’ in addressing needs ‘often unmet’ by Government
www.irishtimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:37 AM
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/soci...
The risk of crises such as the 2023 Dublin riots “will diminish if officials cultivate relationships with faith-based communities”.
The risk of crises such as the 2023 Dublin riots “will diminish if officials cultivate relationships with faith-based communities”.
www.jcfj.ie/2025/10/31/a...
How is Jesus connected to caring for the environment? And why should we care?
How is Jesus connected to caring for the environment? And why should we care?
A call for humble Christian environmentalism - Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Ireland
There are many ways of making the connection between environmentalism and Jesus. An important one, I believe, is his humility.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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How is Jesus connected to caring for the environment? And why should we care?
How is Jesus connected to caring for the environment? And why should we care?
Faith Based Communities in the North-East inner-City are providing essential supports to the community, and yet they are constantly being pushed out or ignored.
To read more of the report this article is written on click the link below!
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
To read more of the report this article is written on click the link below!
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
October 30, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Faith Based Communities in the North-East inner-City are providing essential supports to the community, and yet they are constantly being pushed out or ignored.
To read more of the report this article is written on click the link below!
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...
To read more of the report this article is written on click the link below!
www.jcfj.ie/research/fai...