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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 […]

Dr Rosaleen McDonagh, Traveller woman and writer, offers insights into the complex reality of gender roles, public life and the impact of racism and sexism. From the Inside “Patriarchy has no gender: it is a system of power that even those it disadvantages can internalise and, at times, reproduce.”  bell hooks.      The persistence […]

A new report from UCC and the Cork Traveller Education Unit explores the experiences of Traveller students in the Irish education system. Traveller Transitions: Racialised Inequalities in Education points to ongoing challenges, including loss of supports at post-primary level, segregation, and everyday experiences of racism. It also highlights the impact these can have on young […]

A new national study, launched this morning at Pavee Point, on the impact of substance use on Travellers, highlights disproportionate levels of drug-related harm, barriers to treatment, and poorer outcomes compared to the general population. “This research makes visible the reality for Travellers and Traveller organisations on the ground,” said John Paul Collins, Community Development […]

The second in our series of infographics — ‘Stall, Pause and Use your Nuck’ — explores the social determinants of health for Travellers: factors outside the healthcare system that influence the  health outcomes of Travellers. ‘Stall, Pause and Use your Nuck’ is developed by the Eastern Region Traveller Health Unit Maternal & Child Health Subgroup, […]

This afternoon two new exciting national Traveller child health resources were launched in Pavee Point. The first Traveller-specific ‘My Child: 0 to 2 years’ resource was launched. This national resource was developed through a partnership between Pavee Point and the HSE National Healthy Childhood Programme. The HSE MyChild resource, adapted by Traveller women for Traveller […]

Pavee Point is looking to recruit a Drug Alcohol and Addiction Programme (DAAP) Coordinator. The coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing the aims and objectives of the DAAP and developing responses and strategies to address the issue of drug use in the Traveller community. This appointment will initially be for one year (full-time), […]