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Check out the events calendar for locations and directions to all events and for further information

It is advisable to contact organiser directly in case there has been any change

March, “Hidden Messages” MRCI Research report launches

What: “Hidden Messages”, a research report commissioned by Migrants Rights Centre Ireland examining the hidden messages in media and political discourse concerning racism and migration.

Who: Migrants Rights Centre Ireland

When: March (date tbc)

15 March – Friends of FRA (EU Fundamental Rights Agency) meet

Where: Pobal, Holles St., Dublin 2.

When: 15 March at 1pm – 2.30pm

15 March, Launch of Migrant Rights Centre Ireland leaflet, Facts about Migrant Workers in Ireland

 
 
Migration of people is part of today’s globalised economy. It has become a fact of life for millions of people across the globe. In the same way that Irish people have emigrated, migrant workers from different countries have come to Ireland to live, work and raise their families.  Migration will continue to be a feature of Irish life, now and into the future.
 
Throughout history, migration has been accompanied by fears and negative myths and misinformation about newcomers.  Many people do not have access to clear, accurate information about migrant workers.  When left unchallenged, misinformation leads to prejudice, racism, discrimination and inequality.
 
This leaflet is designed to provide information and answers to some common questions about migrant workers in Ireland, and includes the following topics: Migrant workers and the recession; Migrant workers and permission to work; Migrant workers and social welfare; Undocumented migrant workers
 
For copies of the leaflet contact info@mrci.ie. The leaflet can also be downloaded from www.mrci.ie and easily printed.

15th March Launch of Migrant Rights Centre Ireland policy paper, Racism and Migrant Workers in Ireland

 
  
Racism, and its impact on the lives of migrant workers, is a matter of grave concern for all societies. To create a more equal and socially-inclusive society, racism must be addressed both at the individual and institutional level.  Attempting to address racism only at the level of the individual, as is the most common response, fails to recognise the structural nature of this phenomenon.
 
This paper explores racism and how it is manifested towards migrant workers in Ireland. Prime examples of institutional racism are evident in accessing public services, employment, ethnic profiling, and the impact of the current recession in Ireland. Key recommendations for future work and action to counter racism are highlighted.
 
Contact: info@mrci.ie or go to www.mrci.ie for a copy of the policy paper.

16 March. Poster – European Week Against Racism – Roscommon County Council/RCDB

What: Roscommon County Council has produced a poster to celebrate European Week Against Racism.  For further information or a copy of the poster (electronic copy available), contact Anita Kenny.

Who: Roscommon County Council and County Development Board

Contact: Anita Kenny, Social Inclusion Unit, Community & Enterprise Dept., Roscommon Co. Council. Email: akenny@roscommoncoco.ie Web:  www.roscommoncoco.ie

19th March 2010 – Community Workers Co-operative

Putting Racism Back on the Agenda: Community Development to Global Decision Making

Where: Amnesty Cafe, Galway

When: March 19th 2010, 4pm – 6pm

Who:        Contact Oonagh Mcardle (oonaghmcardle@cwc.ie) or Ann Irwin (annirwin@cwc.ie) Further details from http://cwc.ie/cwc/press-events/current-events.html

Brief description of event/initiative

1.    Reception to mark International Day Against racism – Working to combat Racism in Ireland, EU and the World: Community development to         global decision-making in Galway (organised in conjunction with the Amnesty Cafe Galway). Speakers: Anastasia Crickley: Member of UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD), Senator Franklin Siakor: Member of parliament, Liberia, West Africa, Ann Irwin: Community Workers’ Co-operative
2.    Cartoon based message to policy makers and politicans with reflecting the message – Putting Racism back on the Agenda – to be sent to all members of the Oireachtas and others. Organisations in the community sector will be invited to send in the same message.

19th March, Launch of City of Equals Phase Two, Galway

What: Launch of ‘City of Equals’ Anti-Racism Strategy’ Phase Two draft

Who: Galway City Anti-Racism Working Group, chaired by the Mayor Cllr. Declan McDonnell

Contact: Galway City Council Social Inclusion Unit /Galway City Development Board

When: 19 March (tbc)

Where: City Hall, Council Chamber, Galway

Date tbc, Anti-Racism and Galway City Council –  lunchtime event for staff, Galway

What: Anti- Racism & Galway City Council, lunchtime event for staff. Chaired by the City Manager with inputs from Social Inclusion Unit and Galway City Partnership’s Anti-Racism co-ordinator

Who: Galway City Council Social Inclusion Unit, for City Council staff

When: Lunchtime, date tbc

20th March, Funding For Social and Community Entrepreneurs, Dublin

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What: Writing successful budget and Business Plan
Legal funding requirements
Funding opportunities and support from Dublin City Council
European Union Funding
Funding opportunities from home countries (Russia,Latvia)
Eastern European Business Forum,
When:  on the 20th of March 2010 at 10.30-16.00
Where:  Room (5050)Dublin Institute of Technology, Aungier Street Dublin 2

Contact:  For registration, additional information on participation and sponsorship contact us on info@eebfex.com Tel: 01-8740004. Fax: 01-8740404. Web: http://www.eebfex.com

21 March, ENAR Ireland announces Seminar on “EU Framework Decision on Racism  and Xenophobia: Implications for Ireland”

What: Seminar on “EU Framework Decision on Racism and Xenophobia: Implications for Ireland”.  An opportunity to examine the implications – issues and opportunities – of the EU Framework Decision for Irish legislation, policy and actions; and provide an overview of progress at the European level and within other member states.  The Irish Government is due to report to the European Commission by November this year.

Who:  ENAR Ireland

When: April 2010 (tbc)

Where: European Parliament House (tbc)

Contact: Catherine Lynch, EnarIreland@gmail.com Tel. 01-8897110

21 March, NGO Alliance announces Seminar on CERD Shadow Report Consultation Process

What: Seminar on Consultation process for the drafting of Shadow Report on the Convention for the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.

Who: NGO Alliance

When: 15th April 2010, 9.30 – 2.00pm

Where: European Union House (tbc)

Contact: Marian Tannam, NGO Alliance, justiceop@eircom.net

25 March, Akidwa launches report on Dispersal and Direct Provision, Dublin

What: Launch of research on Women’s experiences in Dispersal and Direct Provision accommodation across the country

Who: Akidwa (migrant and African Women’s network)

When: 25 March (details of time to follow – watch this space or contact Akidwa)

Where: Details to follow – watch this space or contact Akidwa

Contact: Akidwa, info@akidwa.ie www.akidwa.ie

15th April, NGO Alliance Against Racism, Seminar, CERD Shadow Reporting Process

NAAR announces the start of its process of compiling a Shadow Report in response to the Irish Government’s (combined 3rd & 4th) Report to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD).
Info: Community, NGO, Traveller, Black and minority ethnic groups have a major opportunity to provide feedback to the United Nations on issues relating to racism in Ireland. We would like to involve as many people as possible in the NGO consultation process, particularly minority ethnic led groups and organisations and individuals concerned with racism in Irish society. To this end we have organised a seminar on participating in NAAR’s Shadow Report – please see below for details.
 Other: Racism in Ireland: Ensuring an NGO Voice at the UN
What:  Seminar on participating in the NGO Alliance Against Racism (NAAR) shadow report to the UN CERD. There will be inputs on the International Convention on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the CERD process and how to carry out effective consultations with members.
Who: NGO Alliance Against Racism (NAAR)
When: Thursday 15thApril, 2010,  9.30am – 2.00pm
Where: EPS (European Public Space), European Union House, 18 Dawson St., Dublin 2.
Contact:  For further information on seminar, bookings or getting involved in NAAR please contact Marian Tannam at E: justiceop@eircom.net T: (01) 857 4654
         The event is open but as places are limited booking is advised.