@ipsc.bsky.social's next National March for Palestine is taking place tomorrow, 1:00pm Saturday May 16 starting at the Garden of Remembrance marking 78 years of ongoing Nakba. NWC will be joining the march in solidarity with the Palestinian people for freedom & justice. #FreePalestine #SanctionsNow

1,500 women (at least) have travelled for an abortion since #repeal Yesterday NWC wrote to all politicians asking them to support the Soc Dems' Reproductive Rights Bill, which would remove barriers to abortion Join us tomorrow at the Dáil at 9:30 to demand better for everyone who needs an abortion

💜 LAST CHANCE TO APPLY - DEADLINE TOMORROW 📢 The National Women’s Council is recruiting a new Senior Policy Co-Ordinator. If this sounds like you or someone you know, apply here: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl... #JobFairy #NGOJobs #FeministJobs #IrishJobs

The Together for Public Alliance (40+ organisations) is calling on government to end the childcare crisis. We’re urging immediate action: pay educators’ wages and begin delivering flexible, inclusive, affordable childcare for #EveryChild. Read more: www.nwci.ie/learn/public... #TogetherForPublic

1 WEEK LEFT to apply for NWC's senior policy co-ordinator 💜 The position is full time and based in Dublin, with a hybrid work model! If this sounds like you or someone you know, apply here: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl... 📅 Deadline: May 12th 2026 #JobFairy #IrishJobs #PolicyJobs #FeministJobs

👏 Today, Valerie's Law comes before Cabinet Valerie's Law will remove guardianship rights from parents convicted of killing their children's other parent Valerie French Kilroy was killed by her husband in 2019. Her brother, David French, has campaigned for this legisation since then #EndVAW

Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay Voting is a powerful tool to make sure that women in all our diversity, are represented in our democracy. Registering to vote is easy – it only takes a few minutes. NWC is asking you to visit checktheregister.ie to register now or update your details.

NWC strongly welcomes news from Government on the introduction of a Free Travel Scheme for survivors of domestic violence and their children. #EndVAW

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Yveta Donalova, who was killed violently in her home earlier this week. Women everywhere deserve to live free from fear and violence. May she rest in peace. 🖤

Our most heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Milena Ostojic who was killed in Galway this weekend. Their loss is beyond comprehension. Women, everywhere, deserve to live free of violence and fear. Rest in peace, Milena 🖤 #EndVAW

Take a look at some photos from today's report launch - 'Structures of Engagement for Survivors of Violence Against Women', published by the National Observatory on Violence against Women, convened by the National Women’s Council (NWC). Read the full report: www.nwci.ie/learn/public... #EndVAW

Corrinne Hasson, @nwc.bsky.social executive director talks to Mercedes about the effect of the housing crisis on Women’s Fundamental Rights and Safety listenagain.org?p=60688

NWC and TCD launched research which found that nearly one in three women may experience barriers to access the Free Contraception Scheme. 🔗Read more about research on the Free Contraception Scheme: www.nwci.ie/learn/public... Listen back to the full interview: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

The Free Contraception Scheme has been a gamechanger for women’s reproductive health in Ireland. But too many women still face barriers in accessing this essential service. 🔗Read more about research on cotnraception launched by NWC and TCD yesterday: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

We stand with Senator Eileen Flynn ✊️ Women face massive barriers to entering & staying in politics, including online & offline abuse. The abuse is compounded for Traveller women & women from other minority groups ❤️ Sending you our love and solidarity, Eileen #MoreMná @eileenflynn.bsky.social

💜 The National Women’s Council, Ireland’s largest feminist organisation, is hiring!💼 ✨️ We’re searching for a new senior policy co-ordinator, could it be you? 📍 Location: Dublin-based hybrid working 🕛️ Deadline: 12 May 2026 Apply here: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl... #Hiring #JobFairy #IrishJobs

“Access to childcare still remains a major barrier to women’s equality. We’ve seen a positive shift in Government but need to continue pushing forward.” Corrinne Hasson, NWC’s Executive Director, on KFM about our recent submission to the UPR. 🔗Read more: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

“We’re at a stage now where women are deciding ‘do I become homeless or do I stay at home with an abuser?’ Corrinne Hasson, Executive Director, spoke to KFM on our recent submission to the UN’s Universal Periodic Review. 🔗Listen back to the full interview: www.kfmradio.com/news/localne...

“Ireland is policy-rich but implementation poor when it comes to gender equality.” Corrinne Hasson, Executive Director In NWC’s submission to the UPR, we’ve highlighted how the deepening housing crisis has increased women’s risk of homelessness Read the full press release www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

"As long as we are hitched to fossil energy to meet more than 80% of our energy requirements [...] our democracy will be defenceless against price shocks" Brilliant @sadhbhoneill.bsky.social @irishtimes.com #FuelProtests www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2026...

🖤 Our deep & heartfelt condolences to Scarlett Faulkner's loved ones, and her six-year-old daughter, this morning We hope that the love & solidarity they receive now will be some solace as they come to terms with this unimaginable loss Women, everywhere, deserve to live free of violence #EndVAW

“Social prescribing is a really innovative health care approach that connects people to community groups, organisations, and statutory services for practical and emotional support.” Corrinne Hasson, NWC Executive Director on Connemara FM. Read more about the project: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl...

💜 ✨️ Could you be part of Ireland’s largest feminist organisation? NWC is hiring a Senior Policy Coordinator to lead and coordinate policy development, advocacy, research, and campaigns. 👉️ Find out more and apply on our website: www.nwci.ie/learn/articl... #Hiring #JobFairy #NGOJobs #IrishJobs

NWC stands with Traveller and Roma women in the fight for rights, equality and cultural identity. 🛞Today is International Traveller and Roma Day – a day to celebrate the culture and resilience of Roma and Traveller communities in Ireland and all over the world.

🌍 Today, on World Health Day, we want to shine a light on the importance of women’s health 💪💚 ✨ Ireland has made important progress in recent years, + 💥 But this progress is just the beginning. Women's health is not a niche issue, its fundamental part of a fair & equal society💜 #WorldHealthDay

Women aged 65+ - we want to hear about your experience of home support NWC is running a study on older women’s (65+) experience of Ireland’s home support system. Complete our confidential online survey — visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/HomeSuppor... or email Susan Hartnett, [email protected].

🌼 As we move into a new season, we’re already over a quarter of the way through 2026 And we’re not slowing down any time soon💜 Find out what NWC is up to in April and beyond by reading our latest Newsflash here: mailchi.mp/nwci/march-2... #Newsflash

📢 Yesterday, as Chair of the Irish Observatory on #ViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls, NWC called for survivors’ experiences to be embedded into government policy. 💬 The Observatory brings together 40 organisations who have been working together for over 24 years to end gender-based violence. #EndVAW

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