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Today (June 9) Pavee Point join the Roma Rights Network in a joint statement declaring the current situation for Roma rights in Europe as a state of crisis. Roma in Europe today face systemic attacks that encompass securitisation, the erosion of state obligations, and politics that go against human rights frameworks. The Roma Rights Network […]

Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre was delighted to host a follow-up workshop with the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC) as part of the @weconsentirl Programme. The session provided an opportunity to revisit important topics including consent, healthy relationships, online safety, and gender-based violence. Participants engaged in meaningful discussion and reflection on how we can […]

Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre is looking for suitably qualified candidates to fill two separate roles: 1️⃣ Traveller Child Health Development Worker (19.5 hours): Traveller Child Health Development Workers are peer worker roles, working as a team alongside a coordinator in the region to support the implementation of the Traveller Brighter Beginnings initiative under […]

A group of Traveller men in drug and alcohol recovery, accompanied by Pavee Points Men’s Health team, were in the Great Outdoors over the weekend getting suited and booted in preparation for their September walk on the Camino de Santiago. The walk aims to raise awareness around questions of addiction and mental health for Traveller […]

“These Traveller Pride Awards show there are many ways to be a Traveller.” Stellar MC, and National Co-Ordinator of Traveller Pride Week, Martin Beanz Warde yesterday led a packed room in Dublin through the Traveller Pride Awards 2026. The Galwegian comedian and dramatist presided over a stacked schedule, with some nine awards handed out to […]

Pavee Mothers delivered an anti-racism and discrimination training input and hosted an information stand featuring culturally appropriate resources. During the event, they had the opportunity to speak with the Master of the National Maternity Hospital, Professor Jennifer Walsh. They discussed Pavee Mothers’ ongoing work and the valuable partnership between the social work service in Holles […]

PRESS RELEASE Special Rapporteur on Racism and Racial Equality Calls for Full Independent Investigation into the Death of Yves Sakila Issued with the full support of the Advisory Committee to the Special Rapporteur on Racism and Racial Equality 21st May, 2026 The Special Rapporteur on Racism and Racial Equality has today written formally to the […]

Two new reports from the Health Research Board (HRB) point to a strong link between poverty and addiction treatment demand in Ireland and show a disproportionate number of Travellers affected by substance use. ‘An Exploration of the Relationship Between Addiction Treatment and Geographic Deprivation’, a joint project by Pobal/HRB, finds that people living in more […]

This week members of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Key Issues Affecting the Traveller Community visited residents at three accommodation sites on Dunsink Lane. The visit was an opportunity for the Oireachtas member to hear the concerns of the residents of Dunsink Lane regarding a planned development by Fingal County Council (FCC). Announced late last […]

This morning at the GPO the first ever Traveller stamps were unveiled by An Post. Coinciding with the launch of Traveller Pride Week 2026, the two new national stamps celebrate Irish Traveller History and Culture and recognise the Traveller community as a distinct and valued part of Ireland’s shared heritage. Each stamp focuses on a […]

Today Pavee Point, alongside other Traveller organisations, had the pleasure of joining @presidentirl Catherine Connolly at the Áras for an afternoon tea reception. President Connolly hosted the reception to celebrate Traveller culture and to honour the contributions of Travellers to Irish society. Speaking to those gathered, President Connolly spoke about the rich history of Travellers […]

This morning, David Joyce, Pavee Point Co-ordinator for Further and Higher Education (HE), delivered a presentation at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) concerning Traveller and Roma access to higher education in the Irish context. This was an opportunity to discuss what an inclusive HE system might look like for Traveller and Roma learners: one that respects […]

We were delighted to meet with John Boland of Get Up Adventures this morning in preparation for a walk on the Camino de Santiago in September. The journey will see fifteen Traveller men in drug and alcohol recovery walk together through the ancient pilgrim trail during World Suicide Prevention Day. The occasion is one of […]

We are looking to recruit a Policy and Research Officer to support our work in advancing the human rights and social inclusion of Travellers and Roma. This is a new role and an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a strong interest in equality, human rights and social justice. The Policy & Research Officer will […]