Podcasts about Amnesty International Ireland

Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip in its war with Hamas. For more on the report Stephen Bowen, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland.

Amnesty International Ireland seems to be on a short road to going bankrupt; a Junior Cert schoolbook on how liking traditional music and being a controlling bigot are basically the same thing; and the latest opinion poll.

Amnesty International Ireland seems to be on a short road to going bankrupt; a Junior Cert schoolbook on how liking traditional music and being a controlling bigot are basically the same thing; and the latest opinion poll.

Dubliner Mary Lawlor is a veteran human rights champion with a fascinating backstory, including a stint in her youth selling encyclopaedias in Canada. After a meeting with Amnesty International co-founder Sean MacBride, Mary got involved in the early days of Amnesty International Ireland, becoming one of their first volunteers while she was running a Montessori school. She served as a board member for several years, including as Chairperson, before serving as the Director of the organization for 12 years. In 2001 Mary founded Frontline Defenders, an internationally respected organisation that supports the security and protection needs of human rights defenders at risk worldwide. In 2015, Mary was appointed Adjunct Professor in the School of Business Trinity College Dublin, and in 2020 she was named the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders.She is the recipient of numerous awards, including the French government's National Order of the Legion of Honour and an honorary doctorate of Laws from Trinity College Dublin. Subscribe, share, rate, review and donate to support this podcast. Thanks to patrons who chip in at www.loveandcourage.org Host Ruairí McKiernan is a well-known social innovator, charity founder, campaigner, counsellor, consultant, and author. Find out more via: Website | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn and check out his book Hitching for Hope. He also has another podcast called Creative Souls of Clare.

Today on the show - The latest national survey from Aware show continued high rates of depression & anxiety, the INMO told us 4,106 nurses & midwives were assaulted in a 13 month period and Amnesty International Ireland called on the British Govt to repeal the Legacy Act as a matter of urgency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show - Amnesty International Ireland warn of "flagrant rule-breaking by governments" in their latest report on world human rights, Karen Coleman discusses a vote in EU parliament aimed at banning products made using forced labour and we have reaction to the state apology by the Taoiseach to the Stardust families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the show - Amnesty International Ireland react to the High Court ruling on the Legacy act, Gavan Reilly on the recent disclosures by RTE and we highlight an issue which could prevent the D hotel being used as accommodation for International Protection Applicants as planned Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiona Crowley, Amnesty International Ireland's interim Director for Human Rights, discusses Amnesty's annual report which has been published today.

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup only days away, Sam Rowe from Amnesty International Ireland and Will O'Callaghan of Off The Ball joined Ian Guider to talk about the controversies surrounding the tournament, and whether fans should boycott it due to its poor record on human rights issues. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

**EPISODE CONTENT ADVICE** This discussion covers child abuse and rape. While we're working on season 2 of Around the World in 80 Gays we'll be re-releasing past episodes like this one with guest, Colm O'Gorman. Colm is the former director of Amnesty International Ireland, founder and former director of One in Four and current Global Director of Community Engagement at the Global Refugee Sponsorship Initiative. And in a whole other side of his life, he is also a food columnist with The Irish Examiner. In this episode, Colm shares his story of abuse and rape by an Irish priest when he was a child. The subject matter is heavy and serious but Colm was so open and eloquent and we are so grateful to him for talking to us. There is also joyful side to this week's ATWI80G too as Colm shares his gay anthem with us and sets out what his dream meal would be. If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode or just need someone to talk to, we've put together some numbers and resources you or someone you love may find helpful. RESOURCES Beyond Belief by Colm O'Gorman LGBT Ireland - 1800 929 539 or email info@lgbt.ie Outhouse - LGBT Lesbian Bisexual Resource Centre Belong to Youth Service - Supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Trans Young People in Ireland -(01) 670 6223 (Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm), 24/7 Anonymous Text Support. Text LGBTI+ to 086 1800 280 anytime when you need support. Standard SMS rates may apply. A trained volunteer will listen to you and help you think more clearly, enabling you to know that you can take the next step to feel better. Samaritans - They provide confidential non-judgmental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Call 116 123.

**EPISODE CONTENT ADVICE** This discussion covers child abuse and rape. This week we are tumbling around the room with delight as our guest is none other than Colm O'Gorman. Colm is the former director of Amnesty International Ireland, founder and former director of One in Four and current Global Director of Community Engagement at the Global Refugee Sponsorship Initiative. And in a whole other side of his life, Colm is also a food columnist with The Irish Examiner. In this episode, Colm shares his story of abuse and rape by an Irish priest when he was a child. The subject matter is heavy and serious but Colm was so open and eloquent and we are so grateful to him for talking to us. There is also joyful side to this week's ATWI80G too as Colm shares his gay anthem with us and sets out what his dream meal would be. If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode or just need someone to talk to, we've put together some numbers and resources you or someone you love may find helpful. RESOURCES Beyond Belief by Colm O'Gorman LGBT Ireland - 1800 929 539 or email info@lgbt.ie Outhouse - LGBT Lesbian Bisexual Resource Centre Belong to Youth Service - Supporting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Trans Young People in Ireland -(01) 670 6223 (Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm & 2pm-5pm), 24/7 Anonymous Text Support. Text LGBTI+ to 086 1800 280 anytime when you need support. Standard SMS rates may apply. A trained volunteer will listen to you and help you think more clearly, enabling you to know that you can take the next step to feel better. Samaritans - They provide confidential non-judgmental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Call 116 123.

Robert Troy, Fianna Fáil TD for Longford–Westmeath; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West; Michael Fitzmaurice, Independent TD for Roscommon–Galway; and Colm O'Gorman, Executive Director for Amnesty International Ireland

Robert Troy, Fianna Fáil TD for Longford–Westmeath; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West; Michael Fitzmaurice, Independent TD for Roscommon–Galway; Tony O'Brien, former Director General of the HSE; and Colm O'Gorman, Executive Director for Amnesty International Ireland

Executive director of Amnesty International Ireland for 14years Colm O'Gorman joins Ray to talk about his new role with the Global Refugee Sponsorship Initiative (GRSI) which campaigns globally for refugee protection measures.

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters a fifth day we spoke to Volodymyr Kuzyk from the City of Lviv while we also spoke to Colm O'Gorman of Amnesty International Ireland and Peter Power of Unicef. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today on the show : Labour's Finance Spokesperson Ged Nash gave us details on a motion he's bringing before the Dáil on the cost of living crisis. Amnesty International Ireland say current laws here criminalising sex workers facilitate the abuse of those working in that sector. Ruairi O Murchu on the cost to local authorities for the clean up of by products of the diesel laundering trade in Louth and ALONE call on people to give older people the space & time they need to adjust to life after lockdown See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Amnesty International Ireland's executive director Colm O'Gorman joined us on yesterday's programme to discuss Covid vaccine patents. Following on from that discussion Kieran was joined by Colm Markey, Fine Gael MEP for Midlands-NorthWest.

This week we're joined by the great Colm O'Gorman. He is the executive director of Amnesty International Ireland and the founder of One in Four.  You can follow Colm on Twitter - @Colmogorman

People across the world have watched as the Taliban advanced across Afghanistan, taking hold of Kabul on August 15th. Irish people have felt hopeless, but eager to help. Colm O'Gorman, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland, joined Louise to explain some ways people can help to offer homes in our communities!

The Taliban have offered a pledge of reconciliation, vowing no revenge against opponents and to respect women's rights in a "different" rule of Afghanistan from two decades ago. Colm O'Gorman, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland joined Fran to speak about the human rights aspect of the new regime.

Assistant News Editor with TheJournal.ie, Aoife Barry & Colm O'Gorman, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland joined Sean Defoe to review the Sunday newspapers and together they discuss the escalating housing crisis, the debate surrounding live events, China's influence over the World Health Organisation, and the Taliban's advance through Afghanistan and into Kabul. Listen and subscribe to On The Record with Gavan Reilly on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify.      Download, listen, and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Colm O'Gorman is an author, activist, cook, charity founder, and lots more. Colm is one of Ireland's best known activists. Colm O'Gorman was born in Wexford, Ireland in 1966. He's from a farming background and spent the first eleven years of his life in the village of Adamstown before moving with his family to Wexford town in 1977. He left Wexford in 1984, living in Dublin for a few years before moving to London in 1986. He has had an impressive list of jobs and careers to date. He previously worked as a waiter, a barman, a charity fundraiser, a hair salon manager, a security guard, a coat check attendant, a radio dj, a cook, a restaurant manager and a mini cab driver before he finally decided to get serious about a single career and train as a therapist. He qualified as a physical therapist in 1994, and as a psychotherapist in 1996. He worked initially in private practice before founding the organisation One in Four in 1999 to support women and men who have experienced sexual violence. In 1998 he launched a legal case against the Roman Catholic Church as a result of his experiences of sexual abuse at the hands of one of its priests when he was a teenager. He went on to sue the Bishop of his home diocese of Ferns and the Pope. In 2002 he took part in a BBC documentary, which told the story of his battle with the Roman Catholic Church. The film, Suing the Pope aired in March 2002 and resulted in the resignation of the Bishop of Ferns Dr Brendan Comiskey. Colm returned to live in Ireland in 2003 to found One in Four Ireland. In his role as Director of One in Four, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Ferns Inquiry, the first state investigation into clerical sexual abuse in Ireland. The inquiry investigated the management of child sexual abuse concerns and allegations by the Catholic Church and by State authorities. In 2005 he helped to establish Gorey Educate Together National School ; a multi-denominational, co-educational, child centred and democratically run primary school. Colm is a regular media commentator and contributor, has written extensively on social justice and human rights. He has made a number of documentary films, including the BAFTA awarding winning A Family Affair (2000), Suing the Pope (2002) and Sex Crimes and The Vatican which he presented for BBC Panorama in 2006. Colm's work as a human rights defender is driven by a deep commitment to human rights and social justice and an abiding belief in the power of advocacy and activism, which challenges all of us to use our individual and collective voices to demand change where it is most needed. Colm served briefly as a member of Seanan Éireann, the upper house of the Irish parliament. He unsuccessfully contested the 2007 Irish general election and discovered that electoral politics was most definitely not his thing. In February 2008, Colm was appointed Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland. His first book Beyond Belief was published by Hodder & Stoughton. It became an instant bestseller, reaching number one in the Irish non-fiction bestsellers list within a week of its publication. Colm lives in County Wexford with his family.

Colm O'Gorman, executive director of Amnesty International Ireland, discusses calls for the Football Association of Ireland to highlight abuse of migrant workers in Qatar before the Ireland-Qatar soccer friendly.

Omar Radi is working in dangerous circumstances. His journalism is exposing how tribal lands are being snatched away from inhabitants in Morocco, only to be sold off at exorbitant rates. He knows this work is making him enemies… but he has no idea just how serious things will get.Support Omar:Sign the Amnesty International Ireland petition: https://www.amnesty.ie/urgent-action-morocco-stop-harassing-journalist-omar-radi/Write to or tweet at your Moroccan Embassy, in the UK: https://www.moroccanembassylondon.org.uk/en/Contact%20us.html / @MOROCCOinUK Hosted and produced: Maeve McClenaghanTheme music: Dice Muse See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, We're throwing our spotlight on Some brilliant up and coming filmmakers who are screening at the Still Voices Film Festival. https://stillvoicesfilmfestival.com/ BALLYMAHON, CO. LONGFORD ONLINE - AUGUST 13TH - 16TH 2020 STREAMING NOW Joining the Paul's on Part one: Eamonn Murphy - A better you. Following the success of his previous short film, "Lost Memories" Eamonn Murphy received funding for his latest short film "A Better You" from Screen Ireland. He is currently developing his first feature project with the support of Screen Skills Ireland and Creative Media Europe.            Michael-David McKernan - Halo. Michael-David is an Irish actor and filmmaker based in Dublin and London. Since graduating with a First Class Honours in Drama & Theatre Studies from Trinity College Dublin, he has worked on stage in Ireland and the UK, winning an Irish Times Theatre Award for Disco Pigs & Sucking Dublin (Best Ensemble). In 2017 he graduated from Bow Street Film Academy. Screen credits include Red Rock, Quantico and most recently In Orbit opposite Olwen Fouéré.            Katie McNiece - In Orbit. Katie McNeice is a first-time director based in Dublin, Ireland. Her debut film 'In Orbit' is a self-funded project which gleaned 14 nominations and 4 awards on the festival circuit in screenplay form, ever before the film went into production. This includes winning a live pitching competition in St John's Theatre in Covent Garden, London, as part of the London Short Series Film Festival in 2018. McNeice is also the Writer, Producer and Editor on the project and completed additional VFX.        Mark Smyth - The Bridge, Everything looks better in the Sunshine. Mark Smyth is an award winning film director with an honours degree in Film/TV Production. He started working as a TV editor in 2009 and has since gone on to work as a director on productions in Ireland, USA, Canada and the UK . He is a firm believer in collaboration and his interest lies in telling unique stories about the magic of life with compelling characters at the forefront. Marks most recent short film “The Bridge” was funded by RTÉ & The Galway Film Centre has just finished post production. Starring Lochlann O’Mearáin, Peter Coonan & Marie Mullen the film was shot on location in The Burren Co. Clare and is set for festival release in summer 2019.    Jamie Goldrick - Up and Away Jamie Goldrick is a director and writer based in Dublin. He is a former editor of rabble print magazine in Ireland, his writing has also appeared in publications such as the Sunday Business Post and Adbusters magazine. He has directed and shot music videos in Ireland for Lankum, Lisa O Neill & Shakalak. He has also directed work for Amnesty International Ireland, Bohemian F.C. and Universal Music Ireland. His work with Lisa O Neill featured on The Guardian and his work with Bohemian F.C. has featured in major news publications across the island. He directed and shot a live adaption of Ian Maleney's Novel, Minor Monuments, which had a Nationwide tour in 2019. His last documentary short, The Reek was screened internationally and won best Documentary Short at Kerry Film Festival in 2018. In 2020 he was the recipient of an Emerging Director Award in Ireland for his work with Ana Liffey Drug Project. Mia Mullarkey - Mood Atlas Mia Mullarkey is a film director based in Dublin, Ireland. She directed several successful shorts, receiving 40 awards globally, and screening at major international short film festivals such as Palm Springs, Aesthetica, São Paulo, Valladolid, Tehran and Helsinki. 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Siobhan Masterson the Head of Corporate Affairs at Ibec Colm O’Gorman Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland and founder of 1 in 4  On The Record with Gavan Reilly Listen and subscribe to On The Record with Gavan Reilly on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Rachel Seery and Jane Murphy are 2nd year UCC students, who went to school in Blackwater Community College in Lismore. This year they are taking part  in Ireland's Largest Student Fundraiser, Jailbreak, a 36-hour global challenge to raise vital funds for the Society of St Vincent de Paul and Amnesty International Ireland.The race begins at Dublin Castle on the morning of Saturday 22nd February 2020 as students dart from the start-line in a race to a mystery Location X. Following clues which are revealed to the team throughout the day, teams of two trek across Europe. But there's a catch! The teams are not allowed to spend any of their own money on travel and must rely only on the goodwill of strangers to help them get to Location X before the 36 hours are up!

Presented with our friends at Global Citizen. To take action on the issues discussed in this episode head to GlobalCitizen.org/CryPower .Joining Hozier for the 8th episode of Cry Power is Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland and activist Colm O' Gorman.Follow Colm on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ColmogormanThe views expressed in this podcast do not reflect those of Global Citizen or its partners See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Screentime John Fardy chats to Oscar-Winning Documentary maker about his new documentary 'Citizen K' which tells the bizarre story of Russian Oligarch Mikhail Khordorosky and his opposition to Putin. John also reviews the week's new releases in the Cinema and what caught his eye on TV. Plus Colm O'Gorman of Amnesty International Ireland chooses his favourite movie.

In this episode we're joined by Colm O'Gorman of Amnesty International Ireland for a wide-ranging discussion of activism, human rights, the role of NGOs, and the media in modern society. He is also joined by Beth Doherty, a Transition Year student from Alexandra College, Dublin to discuss her involvement with the "Friday's for Future" climate strikes. Find the 'Episode Notes' for this podcast on the website www.polsocpodcast.com

In show four, Tara is joined by her first guest! In the studio and everything! It's executive director of Amnesty International Ireland, suer of the Pope, intimidating cook, Stand4Truth organiser and stone-cold hero Colm O'Gorman. Most importantly, though, he's an ABBA fan. Let's get our disco on. Website http://www.taraflynn.ie Patreon https://www.patreon.com/taraflynnirl Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taraflynnirl

First we look at the news that broke yesterday that Amnesty International Ireland has won its challenge to an order made by the Standards in Public Office Commission, or Sipo. Sipo ordered Amnesty to return money to a foreign donor as it was given to be used 'for political purposes'. The news raises questions about how Sipo came to its flawed decision but also about how we control the flow of money in our politics. Hugh discusses these issues with Colm O'Gorman of Amnesty, Liz Carolan of the Transparent Referendum Initiative and our own Political Editor Pat Leahy. Later on Colm, who is a survivor of clerical abuse, talks about his attitude to the visit of Pope Francis to Ireland next month.

The campaign to repeal the 8th amendment enjoys popular support in opinion polls and the dedicated efforts of progressives, but some have criticised how the campaign is communicating its message to the middle ground. Three prominent supporters of the campaign join Hugh to talk about what they make of such criticisms, the campaign's strategy and what lessons can be learned from the success of the same-sex marriage referendum campaign. Thanks to today's participants Ailbhe Smyth, Convenor of the Coalition to Repeal the 8th, Colm O’Gorman, Director of Amnesty International Ireland and Fine Gael TD Kate O’Connell.

Sweet Istanbul Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, a nexus between east and west, but more importantly, it's the birthplace of the profiterole. Colm O'Gorman of Amnesty International Ireland joined Fionn to pay tribute. Fionn is also joined by Conor Goodman to hear about the shortlist from the Go Wild competition. Inside Travel Show podcast presented by Fionn Davenport and produced by Sinead O'Shea. It can be listened to and downloaded via Soundcloud and iTunes. It can be delivered for free to you each week via this link. itun.es/i6664fQ #iTunes Android users can access this podcast via stitcher.com/s?fid=44906&refid=stpr