Today, Trans Day of Visibility, we stand in solidarity with trans people across Ireland & beyond.🏳️‍⚧️ Everyone deserves to live with safety, dignity and respect. 💜 Today, and every day, we commit to showing up, speaking out and standing together. ✊️ #TransDayOfVisibility

Our Women's Economic Equality Coordinator, Donal Swan, spoke to the @irishtimes.com about the prospect of the war in Iran sparking a new #CostOfLivingCrisis, particularly for marginalised groups of women. www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2026...

“One of the biggest concerns [around endometriosis] is the lack of access to timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment. The average wait time for a diagnosis is nine years.” Corrinne Hasson, NWC Executive Director. www.healthnews.ie/womens-healt... #WomensHealthIE2026

Abortion stigma continues to restrict access & force people into unsafe conditions in Ireland & abroad. We reiterate our call on government to reduce barriers and lessen shame and stigma by implementing recommendations from the Abortion Review so women receive the care with dignity & compassion.

Social prescribing connects people with community supports that can improve wellbeing. From walk & talk groups to peer support, creative activities & more, it focuses on what matters to the person. Read our full PR: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl... #SocialPrescribingDay

30 women have been killed violently in Northern Ireland since 2020* Killing a woman is the very sharp edge of #GenderBasedViolence, which is pervasive across our island All women deserve to live free from violence and fear of violence #EndVAW *source: BBCNI

Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Amy Doherty, a young mother whose life was taken in Derry on Saturday There are no words that can capture the depth of this loss or the pain felt by those who knew & loved her We stand in solidarity with Amy’s family & community at this difficult time

#FeministClimateJustice starts with people It’s about the realities people face every day. From how we live/work to how communities experience inequality If we want meaningful change we must centre lived experience & ensure communities shape decisions that impact them lght.ly/oo8d866

On International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, NWC stands in solidarity with all women who experience racism across Ireland & beyond, & reaffirm our commitment to challenging racism in all its forms. We must stand together to show that racism has no place in our society.

#WearRedDay🟥 NWC are wearing red along with several communities across Ireland to #ShowRacismTheRedCard & celebrate diversity in our schools workplaces sports clubs & homes. Today, & every day we must stand together in solidarity to show that racism, bigotry & violence have no place in our society

Stop normalising sexual violence as entertainment. NWC condemns the appalling inclusion of a float depicting the crimes of Epstein in a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Co. Mayo. The float was offensive and deeply insensitive to victim survivors of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. #EndVAW

☘️ This St Patrick's Day we celebrate migrant women 👩‍⚕️ Migrant women are core to our diverse society, from our workforce, to sport, the arts, & beyond ✊️ NWC campaigns for a feminist Ireland where migrant women have access to the supports, protections & services they need #IrelandForAll

This #MothersDay2026 we are thinking of mothers across Ireland & the care, love & labour they give every day. We are also thinking of those who may find this day difficult and are keeping you in our thoughts today. NWC will continue to campaign for the policies & supports mothers need and deserve 💜

Climate change is not experienced equally It acts as a threat multiplier making existing inequalities worse We will not fix these problems until women & marginalised communities are empowered to shape the decisions that affect their lives Watch the full FCCJ video lght.ly/oo8d866

The National Conversation on Education, the Department of Children, Disability & Equality launched a survey on the future of early childhood education and care and school-age childcare. NWC & TFP alliance has prepared a submission to inform responses Deadline: March 12 www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

It is hard to come up with words on the murder of another young woman with her whole life ahead of her. Ellie Flanagan was just 23. At NWC, we are devastated. The loss for Ellie's loved ones is unfathomable. We send them love & solidarity. Women, everywhere, should live free of violence. #EndVAW

🚺️ Three-fifths were women 📹️ 48% were subjected to sexual exploitation, with the majority forced into prostitution. Some were forced to produce pornography 🇺🇦 19,000 came from Ukraine, highlighting the devastating impact of war for women and girls #EndVAW #EndHumanTrafficking #StopWar

NWC is at the opening of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Today, Dr Jennifer Okeke, Chairperson at NWC also spoke at the Women's Federation World for Peace International Leadership and Advocacy Training. #CSW #NewYork #EndVAW

Happy #InternationalWomensDay from all of us at the National Women’s Council 💜✊ Today, we celebrate the achievements, leadership & resilience of women & reflect on the work that still lies ahead. Let's continue working towards a more equal and just society for all women and girls. #IWD2026

Looking for something to do this International Women’s Day? Our IWD 2026 calendar of events is now live, featuring events happening in Ireland in the lead-up to March 8th. Explore the full calendar here: 👉https://www.nwci.ie/learn/events #IWD2026 #InternationalWomensDay

This week, in advance of IWD, NWC held a rally outside the Dáil calling for better-paid and more family leave. 👂Donal Swan, Senior Policy Coordinator (Women's Economic Equality) discussed on Newstalk Breakfast. Access the full clip: open.spotify.com/episode/7IcG...

Across Europe, family leave is built into the foundations of social policy. In Ireland? Families are still expected to carry the cost. Swipe through to see how Ireland compares with Sweden, Bulgaria Portugal & Germany. 📖 Read our booklet: www.nwci.ie/learn/public... #PayFamilyLeave #CloseTheGap

Great turn out for our gathering outside the Dáil today calling for family leave to be linked to income, saying it should expand to cover at least the 1st year of a child’s life You can read more about our proposals in our new Family Leave booklet on our website here: www.nwci.ie/learn/public...

“Closing the gap between family leave and childcare is about giving parents real choice.” Corrinne Hasson, NWC Executive Director Ahead of International Women’s Day, we are calling for better-paid and more family leave. Read the OpEd in today’s Irish Independent: www.independent.ie/opinion/comm...

Tomorrow, we are gathering outside the Dáil to demand action on properly paid, income-linked family leave 💜 Family leave is gender equality. Join us. Let’s close the gap. 📍 Outside the Dáil 🗓 Wednesday, 4 March ⏰ 10:30am #PayFamilyLeave #CloseTheGap 💜

👏 Our heartfelt congrats to Mary Crilly of the Sexual Violence Centre Cork, who received the jury's Special Recognition at the 2026 Adamowicz Award Mary has been a fearless & inspirational advocate for survivors for forty years ❤️ NWC is proud to count the Sexual Violence Centre Cork as our member

Today, the National Women’s Council attended the launch of Research Ireland’s Strategy 2026–2030. Gender equality must be central to Ireland’s research. We look forward to engaging with Research Ireland to ensure this strategy delivers for women along with everyone else 💜

In just two days, we’re gathering outside the Dáil to demand action for proper family leave. Join us in mobilising for: • Properly paid, income-linked family leave • Leave that covers at least a child’s first year • An affordable public system of ECEC 📍 Outside the Dáil,🗓 March 4th, ⏰ 10:30am

Looking for something to do this International Women’s Day? Our IWD 2026 calendar of events is now live, featuring events happening in Ireland in the lead-up to March 8th. Explore the full calendar here: 👉https://www.nwci.ie/learn/events #IWD2026 #InternationalWomensDay

The time to speak out is now. Families across Ireland are being asked to have their say on the future of childcare. 🕒 The survey is open until 12 March and takes just 10 minutes to complete: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

Join the National Women’s Council at Dáil Éireann on March 4th, @ 10:30am as we mobilise to demand: • Adequate, income-linked maternity, paternity, & parents leave • Family leave that covers at least a child’s first year • A public system of early childhood education & care Join us & #CloseTheGap

We are incredibly proud to join Disability Federation Ireland, Irish Wheelchair Association and Acces for all Ireland to demand a €400 Emergency Disability Payment. Join us: Saturday, 28 February Garden of Remembrance, Dublin 1:00pm

NWC has repeatedly highlighted gaps in training & understanding of coercive control, & the impact this has We need specialist training, transparent survivorcentred structures & more Domestic & sexual violence is an issue that requires systemic change www.irishexaminer.com/news/spotlig... #EndVaw

Saturday, NWC joined other civil society organisations and activists at the National Demo for Palestine. We are calling on the Irish Government to take against these relentless violations of international law and impose sanctions on Israel, at a minimum, now.

Ahead of International Women’s Day, we are gathering outside of the Dáil to mobilise for properly paid, income-linked family leave & an affordable system of public childcare that leaves no family behind. 📍 Join us outside the Dáil 🗓 March 4th ⏰ 10:30am Close the gap & demand action

The Feminist Communities for Climate Justice legacy video is an alternative to a traditional written report, platforming those voices directly. 🎥 Watch the full video by heading to our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=72ja... #FeministClimateJustice

#PressRelease Gender equality must be central to our climate change planning The impact of environmental breakdown, and the strategies to mitigate against it, are being felt differently by women and marginalised communities. 🔗Read more: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

In today's Irish Times, Professor Jennie C Stephens writes about Feminist Climate Justice as an antidote to rising petromasculinity. 🔗Read the full article: www.irishtimes.com/environment/... 🔗Learn more about Feminist Communities for Climate Justice: www.feministclimatejustice.ie

👐 NWC fully supports the @labourparty Bill in the Dáil today for a right for employees to flexible and remote work ✅️ Having a right to flexible and remote work won't fix gender inequality, but it would provide another tool for women in managing the complexity of life

We cannot wait to read Gisèle Pelicot's memoir. She is a trailblazer for survivors of #GenderBasedViolence, an icon of our time. #EndVAW

Deeply concerning article revealing that a mother who experienced domestic violence was refused social housing priority Local authorities must take DSGBV into account when assessing housing priority. No survivor should have to fight the system like this. www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/co...

Last week, Professor Pauline Cullen launched her book, Pathways to Political Candidacy for Minoritized Women in Ireland, at Maynooth University, an important contribution in removing barriers and supporting more women from minority backgrounds to enter and remain in Irish politics.

🏠Women fleeing domestic abuse need access to proper, safe and secure accommodation options. Listen to Corrinne Hasson, NWC Executive Director discuss our submission to the Child and Family Homelessness Action Plan on C103FM

📢 Today we are calling for laws to allow women and children in abusive situations to remain safely in the family home, and for perpetrators to be removed instead 📲 Share this post to help us make government sit up and take decisive action now More: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

💔 We are saddened & troubled today to hear of the deaths of 53 people, including 2 babies, off the Libyan coast 📈 The UN estimates 35,000 people have drowned trying to reach Europe since 2015 📢 We call on the Irish government to step up and be a leader in the EU on this massive humanitarian crisis

Traveller and Roma women die, on average, 8 years earlier than women in Ireland generally. NWC attended the launch of the EU Fundamental Rights Agency report @Pavee.Point last week. We fully support the call on government to cut the life expectancy gap in half by 2030.

🧍‍♀️ NWC stands in solidarity with victim-survivors of the Esptein trafficking ring 🛑 We call for zero tolerance for the crimes perpetrated by many of the most influential & powerful men in the world 📩 The response must send a message that gender based violence will never be tolerated #EndVAW

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On #BrigidsDay, also the first day of spring, we look at this day as a symbol of care, protection and renewal, deeply connected to land, food and community, a reminder to all of us that humans and nature are not separate 🌱 Climate justice is care work. And care must be at the heart of our future💚

NWC welcomes the passage of legislation at first stage to abolish the mandatory 3 day waiting period for abortion. NWC will continue to call for abortion care that is timely, accessible and delivered without unnecessary barriers💜 www.irishtimes.com/politics/oir...