Podcasts about irish refugee council

As part of World Refugee Week, a unique event is taking place in East Clare that shines a light on the stories, cultures and experiences of people who have made Clare their home from countries across the world.   Migrant Voices – Every Voice Matters is a collaboration between the Clare Local Authority Integration Team and Cuimhneamh an Chláir, bringing together members of migrant communities to share their stories through conversation, oral history and cultural exchange.  Joining Alan Morrissey earlier today to tell us more about the project and the upcoming event are Paula Carroll, Project Manager with Cuimhneamh an Chláir, and Fiona Cahill, Integration Support Worker with Clare County Council. Image (c) Irish Refugee Council via LinkedIn

The EU Migration Pact comes into force today, two years after it was adopted by member states and the European Parliament. The pact has received much criticism from refugee organisations, who said its legal safeguards for those seeking protection are not sufficient.Joining Shane to discuss this is Nick Henderson, CEO of The Irish Refugee Council.

The Government's new immigration bill is an 'absolute shambles' according to the Social Democrats. The measures going to Cabinet tomorrow include restrictions meaning those granted refugee status won't be allowed to bring immediate family members to Ireland for three years. The move is part of wider reform, which is being criticised by the Irish Refugee Council. For more on this, Alan Morrissey is joined by Simon Ó Treasaigh, Clare Immigrant Support Centre Manager. Image (c) Clare Immigrant Support Centre

Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council; Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Justice, Home Affairs and Migration; and Lorraine Clifford Lee, Fianna Fáil senator

Taoiseach Michael Martin has confirmed there will be “fair and robust” changes to Ireland's immigration system this week. What impact will these changes have? We discuss all with Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.

Taoiseach Michael Martin has confirmed there will be “fair and robust” changes to Ireland's immigration system this week. What impact will these changes have? We discuss all with Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.

Nick Henderson, Irish Refugee Council, discusses the attack on the IPAS centre in Drogheda.

The Government is considering charging rent for IPAS centre residents who are in full-time employment.Ministers are meeting to discuss signing off on the proposals.It comes as the Government seems to be hardening its stance on immigration; it also follows an attack on an IPAS centre in Drogheda in the last couple of days.Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss is Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council and Independent MEP, Michael McNamara.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, discusses concerns for the safety and welfare of people seeking international protection in Citywest and across Ireland.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, on the government's proposal to offer money to international protection applicants to return home if they believe their applications will be refused.

The unprecedented increase in the numbers of people coming to Ireland seeking International Protection due to war or oppression in their homeland put serious pressure on State resources since 2023. The new Government has signalled a tougher approach to the issue, and has claimed some success. Are their reforms working, and is the tougher messaging appropriate? Hugh is joined by Colm Brophy TD, Minister of State for Migration, Madeleine Allen, policy and advocacy officer with the Irish Refugee Council, and Irish Times political correspondent Harry McGee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan will bring the General Scheme of the International Protection Bill to Cabinet today to speed up asylum applications - including a three-month time limit for decisions We get reaction to the plans from Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council and also Cathal Malone, Immigration lawyer and Head of Legal Research at Thomas Coughlan & Co Solicitors.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, responds to the opinion of the European Court of Justice's Advocate General that Ireland must provide adequate accommodation for asylum seekers.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council discusses the decision to move some asylum seekers from CityWest accomodation - meaning they'll now sleep rough.

A new report by the Irish Refugee Council recorded volunteers' experiences supporting homeless asylum seekers. With Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.

To talk about the Taoiseach's weekend comments linking people seeking international protection here to homelessness, we hear from Nick Henderson, The Irish Refugee Council's and spokesperson for Mount Street Residents and Business Association, Kevin Byrne.

Ailbhe Connelly, Social Affairs Correspondent, reports on a course which helps asylum seekers and refugees advocate for themselves.

Tents sheltering 15 asylum seekers were attacked on City Quay in Dublin last night. We hear from volunteer named Grainne who has been involved with a group of other volunteers helping other international protection applicants and get reaction from CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, Nick Henderson.

Yesterday, more tents housing migrants were dismantled near Charlemont Luas stop in Dublin city centre. Dáil breaks today for its summer recess and still no long-term solution to the issue has been put in place. Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council discusses this further.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council speaks to us

Nick Henderson, chief executive officer of the Irish Refugee Council, discusses homelessness among asylum seekers as Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission takes Irish State to court.

Conor Feehan, Reporter with The Irish Independent // Oliva Headon, Volunteer // Jim O'Callaghan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Bay South // Nick Henderson is the chief executive of the Irish Refugee Council

Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council, reacts to the latest claims from UK and Irish Governments regarding asylum seekers.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, on today's vote in the European Parliament on the EU's Migration and Asylum Pact.

Green Party TD and Minister for Intgration, Roderic O'Gorman. CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, Nick Henderson. Social Democrats TD Jennifer Whitmore.

The Government has confirmed the location of almost 2,000 beds for Ukrainian refugees across five different locations around the country. This comes as new rules around social welfare and accommodation kick in from this morning. To discuss further with Shane was Nick Henderson is CEO of the Irish Refugee Council and Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire is a Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson on social protection.

There are concerns Asylum Seekers sleeping in tents in a makeshift camp in Dublin.Kitty Holland - Social Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times and Nick Henderson - CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Conditions at a makeshift camp in Dubin city where up to 200 International Protections Applicants are sleeping in tents are deteriorating. Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council, Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD and Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for North Inner City discuss.

Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council, reacts to the decision by the Department of Integration not to extend short-term emergency accommodation for asylum seekers sleeping rough.

Amidst the snow, sludge and rain, many of those without accommodation have been forced to brave the weather in their tents today. The Irish Refugee Council shared images of "terrible and distressing conditions" at the International Protection Office this morning. Anton was joined by CEO of The Irish Refugee Council Nick Henderson… Images: The Irish Refugee Council

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Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council speaks to us about the situation

Two countries are to be added to Ireland's list of "safe countries", under a plan brought to Cabinet today by the Justice Minister Helen McEntee. The countries are Algeria and Botswana , Jim O Callaghan, FF Justice Spokesperson & Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council.

Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council, explains why he has concerns for asylum seekers if the list of designated 'safe countries' is expanded.

The UN Refugee Agency has urged those objecting to providing shelter for asylum seekers to reflect on the consequences of their actions. This plea comes as the count of new International Protection Applicants without government-provided housing has reached an all-time high. Nick Henderson the CEO of the Irish Refugee Council spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council

Locals in Ballinrobe Co Mayo have been protesting all weekend over proposals to house 50 asylum seekers in a disused hotel from today. There is confusion over whether the plan has been shelved. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Padraig is a protestor in the area. Also Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.

John Fallon, Media West Ireland // Thomas Welby, Independent Councillor on Galway County Council // Catherine Connolly, Independent TD for Galway West // Nick Henderson, Irish Refugee Council

Kieran Dineen speaks to asylum seekers who have recently arrived in Ireland while Nick Henderson, Chief Executive of the Irish Refugee Council, urges the government to get all currently unhoused asylum seekers into State accommodation before Christmas.

Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council

Once again the State has run out of places to put asylum seekers. Those newly arriving face the prospect of sleeping rough as temperatures fall and with tensions high after recent riots. Nick Henderson of the Irish Refugee Council explains how we got here, how the system could never keep up with the pace of arrivals and why help from the Defence Forces may be needed to handle the crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council and Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance Chief Executive.

Nick Henderson, Irish Refugee Council reacts to reports that Ukrainian refugees could loose state provided accommodation if they travel.

On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by John Lannon, CEO of Doras and Bulelani Mfaco MASI Spokesperson to discuss The Irish Refugee Council, calling for people in direct provision to be given child benefit. Currently adults are entitled to 38 euro 80 cent per week and 29 euro 80 per child. However, they are not entitled to the 140 euro monthly child benefit payment. A new survey published by the refugee council has found nearly 90 per cent of those in the system find the daily allowance isn't enough to cover basic needs. Those in the system are entitled to food and shared accommodation in centers, and access to education and healthcare. Picture (c) by Getty Images via Canva

A resident of a Clare Direct Provision Centre claims parents in the international protection system have been placed in financial hardship by the government. It comes as a new study has found almost 90% of parents living in Direct Provision feel their daily allowance isn't sufficient to cover basic needs. The Irish Refugee Council's new report, which has been funded by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission, highlights that those living in Direct Provision aren't immune to the cost-of-living crisis. At present, each adult in the system is entitled to a weekly allowance for personal or incidental expenses of €38.80, while this is €29.80 per week for a child. However, the report states that 88% of parents feel this isn't enough to fund essential expenses such as food and healthcare. Knockalisheen Direct Provision Centre resident and spokesperson for the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland, Bulelani Mfaco, says parents in the international protection system are under a high level of stress due to not being able to meet even the most basic of costs. The current rate of child benefit is €140 per month and pre-Budget speculation has suggested there could be a double-payment before Christmas. As parents in Direct Provision aren't eligible for the payment, the Irish Refugee Council is calling for this to be rectified. Doras CEO John Lannon says the welfare system isn't equitable if it doesn't support everyone in need of assistance.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory talks to the remarkable Mavis Ramazani, about her personal experiences and her innovative work of empowering refugees and asylum seekers in Ireland. Mavis is a pioneer for empowering refugees, particularly women, a campaigner with MASI (Movement of Aslyum Seekers in Ireland), a Sheroes Global Award winner (2022), and she works for the Irish Refugee Council. She explains the reality of living in Direct Provision, trauma that refugees experience, and the need for trauma informed service provision, and what that should look like. She explains how empowerment and integration can be done through the prism of food, providing self cooking facilities, and she outlines the initiative she has set up – Cooking for Freedom. An incredible and powerful story with positive suggestions for how we can build an inclusive Ireland, from the grassroots. To help out contact Cooking for Freedom http://cookingforfreedom.ie/ The Podcast with Pádraic Fogarty is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-86576407

Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council, discusses new report highlighting the impact of homelessness on people seeking protection.

Richie is joined by David Vance and Jana Lunden. Broadcast journalist and political commentator David Vance came on to discuss claims by the Irish Refugee Council that homeless asylum seekers are coming under attack from Ireland's far right. Does Ireland even have a far right? David also analyses Ireland's impending new hate speech law and how it might affect the independent media's freedom to report on controversial stories.www.davidvance.netJana Lunden is the founder of the Natural Women's Council of Ireland. She is an advocate for children's rights and a staunch opponent of the Irish government's plans to teach transgender ideology and queer theory to children as young as four years-old. Last week, Jana was attaked by a trans activist while giving a speech in Dublin.Twitter: @jklunden

Katie Mannion, solicitor with the Irish Refugee Council on case of young refugee who sought international protection in Ireland in February

Aisling Moloney speaks to Abdul from Algeria who has been homeless since arriving in Ireland in February; Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council, discusses the work they did last year.