Our colleague Oksana Starzhynska spoke to RTE at the Indeed and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency Ireland job fair yesterday about how the war in Ukraine changed her life and her work now supporting refugees from Ukraine. Read the story 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ghy2CegQ
Irish Refugee Council
Civic and Social Organizations
Dublin 1, Dublin 13,719 followers
Working to create a just, fair and inclusive society for people seeking protection and refugees in Ireland.
About us
The Irish Refugee Council is an independent non-governmental organisation working with and for refugees and people seeking protection in Ireland. Our Vision ‘A just, fair and inclusive Irish society for people seeking protection’ Our Mission ‘To promote and enhance the lives of refugees in Ireland’ The IRC’s priorities are delivering high quality support and advice to people in the asylum process; supporting and protecting children and young people; public and political awareness raising and advocacy; and capacity building among key players in the asylum system in order to bring about positive changes to practice and policy. Our Values Independence To work tirelessly and fearlessly to fulfil our charitable mandate to assist people seeking asylum in Ireland and bring about change to improve their lives. Human Rights The international human rights law framework, and the fundamental right to claim asylum, is at the core of our work. Inclusion We strive to be inclusive and representative of people in the asylum process and ensuring that their voice is prioritised and amplified at all times. Expertise We will be experts in asylum law, policy and practice in order to ensure the best services and policy outputs. Partnership We work together with other organisations, activists and individuals for the best interests of people seeking asylum.
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http://www.irishrefugeecouncil.ie
External link for Irish Refugee Council
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- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Dublin 1, Dublin
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1992
- Specialties
- Independent Law Centre, Children and Young People in the asylum process, European Database of Asylum Law, Asylum Process, Refugee Law, Policy and Research, Integration , Housing, Family Reunification , Strategic Litigation , Employment, Education, and Asylum Process in Ireland
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37 Killarney Street
Dublin 1, Dublin 1, IE
Employees at Irish Refugee Council
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Niamh Nic Carthaigh
Director | Public Affairs | Social Impact | Innovation | Inclusive Leadership | Policy | Research | Sustainability | Human Rights
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Virginija Petrauskaite
Solicitor at Irish Refugee Council
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Katie Mannion
Managing Solicitor at Irish Refugee Council Independent Law Centre
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Rory O'Neill
Integration Projects Manager. CS lead. SMT.
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🇺🇦 Three years ago today, the war in Ukraine forced millions to flee. 💔 Our colleague Oksana—one of the tens of thousands who found refuge in Ireland—reminds us of the impact of the war as well as how Ireland’s welcome and support changed her life. Read her story ⬇️ The Power of Protection: Oksana's Story I remember the sound of the first downed plane as it happened right over my house in Kyiv on the morning of the 24th of February 2022. We spent the night in my garage with my parents and two kids. The walls were shaking because of air defence sending chills down my spine. I feared for my kids (nine and 18 then). I couldn’t imagine that life could change in a moment. My children’s father called the next day, saying I needed to leave immediately. I didn’t even have enough time to pack the essential stuff. My kids and I jumped in a car and just left. My parents stayed in Kyiv. The most painful thing was to say goodbye to them as we didn’t know if we would see each other again. We left for Poland the day Russian troops entered Kyiv. We saw many tanks. It was difficult to know if they were Ukrainians or “invaders.” We were stopped at a military checkpoint. My heart stopped for a few minutes. Thank God, it was Ukrainian soldiers. We had to stay a night at our relatives in Zhytomyr – 150 km from Kyiv – because the traffic was heavy. 30 minutes after we left, Russians started shootings in Zhytomyr. We finally got to the Polish border. We queued for three days to get to customs. We were hungry. My older daughter, a vegetarian then, bought the only thing she could find in a nearby convenience store—a small pack of chicken wings that we shared. After customs, we went to my oldest daughter, who was living in Poznan (Poland). We were finally safe, but the stress of the war was so severe for my youngest that she stopped talking. Just as we were looking for a psychologist to help her, my friend here called and told me to come. The decision was made – we were going to Ireland. I had lived in Ireland before. Ireland welcomed us with open arms. We’ve met a lot of nice people and got support from different people. After a week of silence, my youngest started talking again. Time passed. I just couldn’t sit still when my people desperately needed help and I have good English. I was delighted that IRC was opening a Ukrainian language helpline. I joined. Since last April, we have helped thousands of people. Whenever I hear, “Thank you. You really helped me,” it makes me tick. Oksana is leading IRC’s Ukraine Response providing information to people fleeing the war in Ukraine. Read More Stories: https://lght.ly/bcoioi0
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Irish Refugee Council reposted this
I'm back in Dublin for a week soon because of my role as an adjunct professor (!!!) at UCD Sutherland School of Law. I'll also be taking part in a few events in central Dublin in the evenings which are open to anyone, details below: Monday March 3, in MoLI – Museum of Literature Ireland, with UCD Law School & an amazing (and intimidating) line up of legal academics: 'Reportage and Reform: Human Rights, Conflict and Displacement' https://lnkd.in/ehv9UrEt Tuesday, March 4, in Trinity with Irish Council for Civil Liberties and the Irish Refugee Council: 'Panel Discussion: Fleeing to Seek International Protection in Ireland' https://lnkd.in/eezVQACc Thursday March 6, with ActionAid Ireland: 'Women, Conflict, and the Middle East: Agents of Change' https://lnkd.in/eTraNu6G Hopefully will see some people there.
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🔔 Join us #today #ONLINE from #11am-12pm for the Frontlines of Solidarity - Migration, Human Rights, and Solidarity conversation with Caoimhe Butterly. Caoimhe, an educator, activist and trauma-informed psychotherapist, will share insights from her work in Lesvos, Greece, supporting refugees who facing considerable systemic challenges. Event is free! Register and attend 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ezVwHJtm 📍 Don’t miss this important conversation! We're delivering this in partnership with Irish Development Education Association, Afri (Action from Ireland), Comhlámh, Irish Association of Development Workers and Volunteers, Doras and UpLift. #Migration #HumanRights #Solidarity #RefugeeSupport
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Are you in the international protection process or have been granted status? Do you have a work permit and are you looking for a job? Join our Employment Webinar and learn how to effectively use your LinkedIn to find the right job! 🗓️Wednesday 5 March, 11am-12pm 💻 The session will be online 🗣️Delivered in English. Register🔗 https://lght.ly/a2688e0 #employmentsupport #internationalprotection #jobfairy
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Irish Refugee Council reposted this
We are #hiring! There are still two open positions for CEO and Integration Coordinator at the Immigrant Council of Ireland - but the deadline is approaching! Don't miss out.. Check out the roles: https://lnkd.in/e6vyxz3s
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A fantastic Schools of Sanctuary Ireland event on Tuesday!
An honour to attend and speak at the Schools of Sanctuary Ireland Awards at Technological University Dublin on Tuesday. 10 schools across Ireland recognised for their incredible work and receiving the Champion Schools of Sanctuary award. Each school gave a performance: song, poems, spoken word and dance. A wonderful and beautiful event and a reminder that, despite our world's strife, the power of change lies with young people and that, with them, there is always hope for a better future. A huge well done and thank you to the ten schools, their students and teachers, and all involved: Sara Hakim, Caoimhe Butterly, Tiffy Allen, Andy Pollak, Homayoon Shirzad and many others. Learn more about SOSI's work here: https://www.sosi.ie/
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🆕 Panel Discussion: Fleeing to Seek International Protection in Ireland Join us and Irish Council for Civil Liberties for an important discussion with award-winning journalist and author Sally Hayden, alongside people who have gone through the international protection system and those supporting unaccommodated international protection applicants. 📍 Robert Emmet Theatre, Trinity College Dublin 📅 Tuesday, 4 March ⏰6:30 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM) Panelists will speak on: 🟨 Rights of people seeking international protection 🟨 Experiences of people seeking international protection before and after they arrive in Ireland 🟨 The State's response to the rights of people seeking international protection This discussion comes at a time when misinformation is rising, and international protection rights are declining-leaving 3,300 people homeless. The event is supported by Trinity College Dublin Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Secure your spot 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eVc-_QUu #WithRefugees #HumanRights #InternationProtection
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💡Did you know we are a small, independent charity that receives very limited funding from the government? In 2023, only 19% of our funding came from government. Individual donors like you make it possible for us to not only support more people but also respond flexibly in this fast-changing, challenging environment. Your donation today can provide essential support to a newly arrived homeless person seeking protection. Please donate🔗 https://lght.ly/28dmog7 #WithRefugees #StandWithRefugees #RefugeesWelcome
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