Ireland’s All Traveller Forum
Minceirs Whiden was established in 2004 by a group of Travellers to promote an understanding and recognition of Travellers as a minority ethnic group in Irish society who are proud and confident of their identity. Minceirs Whiden seeks full participation and inclusion of Travellers in the economic, social, political and cultural life of Ireland.
🔰At Galway Traveller Movement, we would love to see this opportunity embraced by young Travellers and members of the Roma community. 🔰
➡️✨We strongly encourage young people to get involved and make the most of this opportunity!
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Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Council of Europe
➡️Are you aged 18-30 and passionate about democracy, human rights and making a difference in your community?
➡️The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe is looking for young people from its member states to join the 2027 Youth Delegates Programme.
As a youth delegate, you will:
✅ Participate in Congress sessions in Strasbourg alongside elected representatives
✅ Bring youth perspectives to European debates on democracy and the rule of law
✅ Build an international network of changemakers
✅ Develop your own grassroots project with Congress support
Apply by 30 November 2026: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/you-can-change-european-politics-for-the-next-generation.-get-involved-
Involve Youth Service Ballinasloe & Loughrea & SalthillBallinasloe Traveller Women's Group Travellers' Voice Minceirs Whiden
Pavee Point, Donegal Travellers Project, Longford Roma and New Communities Project
RTÉ INAR - Irish Network Against Racism FLAC - the Free Legal Advice Centres Irish Human Rights & Equality Commission Irish Centre for Human Rights The Galway Advertiser National Traveller Womens Forum Offaly Traveller Movement
➡️✨We strongly encourage young people to get involved and make the most of this opportunity!
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Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Council of Europe
➡️Are you aged 18-30 and passionate about democracy, human rights and making a difference in your community?
➡️The Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe is looking for young people from its member states to join the 2027 Youth Delegates Programme.
As a youth delegate, you will:
✅ Participate in Congress sessions in Strasbourg alongside elected representatives
✅ Bring youth perspectives to European debates on democracy and the rule of law
✅ Build an international network of changemakers
✅ Develop your own grassroots project with Congress support
Apply by 30 November 2026: https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/you-can-change-european-politics-for-the-next-generation.-get-involved-
Involve Youth Service Ballinasloe & Loughrea & SalthillBallinasloe Traveller Women's Group Travellers' Voice Minceirs Whiden
Pavee Point, Donegal Travellers Project, Longford Roma and New Communities Project
RTÉ INAR - Irish Network Against Racism FLAC - the Free Legal Advice Centres Irish Human Rights & Equality Commission Irish Centre for Human Rights The Galway Advertiser National Traveller Womens Forum Offaly Traveller Movement
Dundalk Institute of Technology are recruiting for a Traveller and Roma Communities Outreach Worker.
For more info, or to apply, see below:
For more info, or to apply, see below:
Traveller and Roma Communities Outreach in Dundalk, Louth | Dundalk Institute of Technology
View details and apply for this Traveller and Roma Communities Outreach job in Dundalk, Louth with Dundalk Institute of Technology on IrishJobs.
Ireland underwent its fourth Universal Periodic Review (UPR) before the UN Human Rights Council Working Group in Geneva on the 10th November 2026. The review provided an opportunity for UN Member States to assess Ireland's progress on its human rights commitments and identify areas requiring further action.
Member States raised a broad range of human rights issues, including racism and discrimination, housing/accommodation, access to healthcare and education. The wider human rights agenda also encompassed the rights of women and children, people with disabilities, migrants, refugees and people seeking international protection, alongside concerns relating to gender-based violence and social inclusion.
The review saw extensive references to Travellers and Roma, with at least 25 Member States explicitly referring to their rights and inclusion. While States acknowledged developments in Ireland's human rights policies and national strategies, a recurring theme was the need to translate these commitments into effective implementation and improved outcomes.
The issues raised were wide-ranging, including racism and discrimination, accommodation, education, employment, healthcare, access to public services and the implementation of the National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy II (NTRIS II).
A number of States specifically called for stronger implementation of NTRIS II and the National Action Plan Against Racism. Others highlighted the importance of appropriate accommodation, educational inclusion, improved access to healthcare and employment, and stronger legal protections against discrimination and hate speech.
Particular attention was also given to Traveller and Roma women and girls, including the need to address intersecting forms of discrimination and ensure equitable access to services.
Read more on our website: https://www.paveepoint.ie/fourth-universal-periodic-review-upr-of-ireland/
#TravellerRights #RomaRights #universalperiodicreview #upr53
Member States raised a broad range of human rights issues, including racism and discrimination, housing/accommodation, access to healthcare and education. The wider human rights agenda also encompassed the rights of women and children, people with disabilities, migrants, refugees and people seeking international protection, alongside concerns relating to gender-based violence and social inclusion.
The review saw extensive references to Travellers and Roma, with at least 25 Member States explicitly referring to their rights and inclusion. While States acknowledged developments in Ireland's human rights policies and national strategies, a recurring theme was the need to translate these commitments into effective implementation and improved outcomes.
The issues raised were wide-ranging, including racism and discrimination, accommodation, education, employment, healthcare, access to public services and the implementation of the National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy II (NTRIS II).
A number of States specifically called for stronger implementation of NTRIS II and the National Action Plan Against Racism. Others highlighted the importance of appropriate accommodation, educational inclusion, improved access to healthcare and employment, and stronger legal protections against discrimination and hate speech.
Particular attention was also given to Traveller and Roma women and girls, including the need to address intersecting forms of discrimination and ensure equitable access to services.
Read more on our website: https://www.paveepoint.ie/fourth-universal-periodic-review-upr-of-ireland/
#TravellerRights #RomaRights #universalperiodicreview #upr53
Minceirs Whiden stands with the EU Roma Policy Coalition in demanding concrete action on Traveller & Roma equality. We urge all Traveller, Roma, and human rights organisations (as well as individuals) to sign and promote this joint statement.
The deadline for signatures is tomorrow, 12th November 2026.
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The deadline for signatures is tomorrow, 12th November 2026.
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Proposed Joint Position of the EU Roma Policy Coalition and Wider Civil Society at the 19th European Platform for Roma Inclusion – ERGO Network
We, Roma, Sinti and Traveller-led and allied civil society organisations, welcome the European Roma Platform’s focus on education and employment. These are fundamental rights and must not be reduced to questions of economic productivity, labour-market participation or skills shortages.
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