⌛Families in Ireland cannot wait any longer. ✊NWC supports a motion put forward by Claire Kerrane, SF, aligning with recommendations outlined in our Roadmap to Public Childcare, crucially, our call to reduce fees through the State paying educators’ wages and costs.

📢 NWC and survivors have long called for survivors to be able to transfer between local authority housing lists because long-term housing is a key aspect recovery from violence ✊️ NWC will continue to campaign for an end to all forms of violence against women

Yesterday, NWC convened the All-Island Women’s Forum (AIWF) in Belfast to plan and refocus our priorities for the year ahead. We'll continue working with women’s groups and organisations across the island to ensure women’s voices are heard and represented on key social, economic & political issues.

We are this close 🤏 to pharmacists being able to repeat your contraception prescription 👏 NWC has long called for this change whicch will improve access to contraception for many ✊️ NWC campaigns for everyone, including women over 35, to have access to the Free Contraception Scheme.

We hope you are at peace now, Noreen. We send our deepest sympathies to the loved ones of Noreen Daly, who has been murdered in Waterford. Their loss is devastating, and impossible to fully capture in words. Women everywhere deserve to live, and die, free from violence.

3️⃣ The mandatory 3-day wait is paternalistic, medically unnecessary, and delays women from accessing timely care, sometimes forcing them to travel abroad. 👏 NWC welcomes proposed legislation to remove it and we will keep campaigning for abortion access for everyone who needs it.

🎉 It's NWC's AGM! Our keynote speaker, @jenniecstephens, brought her Feminist Rage ✊️ and passionately described how systems of oppression are linked and having real-world impact today. 🙏 Thank you also to Minister @NormaFoleyTD for sending us a video message

NWC stands in unwavering solidarity with anyone who has been afraid or experienced intimidation after bad actors took to the streets in Belfast perpetrating violence, intimidation and arson. Violence does not solve violence, and makes everyone feel more unsafe.

👏 Welcome news - Jennie's Law has been approved by Cabinet. ✊️ NWC will continue to campaign for the prevention of all forms of violence against women, a survivor-centred justice system & supports for survivors as well as proper consequences for perpetrators.

Amy Greer Murphy is a mother of four who, because of a lack of childcare, had to turn down her dream job. Read her story: www.thejournal.ie/readme/child... 👧 NWC calls for public childcare that would guarantee a place for #EveryChild, no matter who or where they are. Women deserve nothing less.

Suzie Ronayne had to travel to Liverpool to terminate a pregnancy, as she did not meet the legal criteria to undergo it in Ireland. NWC will continue to campaign for everyone who needs an abortion to be able to access one when and where they need it. Read more: www.independent.ie/irish-news/h...

🗣️ Dr. Salome Mbugua, CEO, AkiDwA talks about the need for and importance of including the voices and experiences of migrant women in gender-based violence policy. 🔗Learn more about survivor engagement published by the Observatory on Violence against Women, led by NWC: www.nwci.ie/discover/wha...

A funding model that can’t retain providers or serve all families is not a stable foundation for our childcare system. We need a truly public system – now.

📢Today marks the launch of Legacy of Determination – a limited-edition jersey celebrating the women achievements have helped shape Ireland – created by former Irish international footballer Seána Cooke, with a portion of proceeds donated to NWC. 👕The jersey is on sale now: legacyofdetermination.com

👩‍🍼 Health is a human right. Healthcare should always be based on need not ability to pay 💰️ But public-only consultants are still using the Rotunda Hospital's facilities to work privately 📢 We call on govt to provide services to all women. Because all women deserve the highest standards of care

🗣️Rachel Frayne, Saol – Davina project, talks about how to strengthen engagement with women who use drugs & alcohol, & experience gender-based violence, to ensure their voices are included in policy & legislation. Learn more about survivor engagement and read the report: www.nwci.ie/discover/wha...

NWC is delighted to see our key recommendation on the need to integrate gender and “mobility of care” journeys—which are disproportionately carried out by women – into transport policy and planning in a report from the Just Transition Commission. justtransitioncommission.ie/commission-p...

Disappointing news: Ireland is on track to deliver only 50% the greenhouse gas cuts needed by 2030, according to the EPA. Poor climate planning deepens fossil fuel dependence – impacting marginalised women, low‑income families, lone parents, and Travellers hardest.

We stand in solidarity with Helen Ogbu in the face of online abuse Women candidates - especially minoritiy women - face significant difficulties in running for election We call on govt to take action against online hate, before the next election cycle. Otherwise, our democracy will pay the price

NWC stands in solidarity with the loved ones of Yves Sakila, and Congolese, Black & minority ethnic communities in Ireland, after a harrowing week. We support the call for a prompt & thorough investigation into his killing. Our thoughts are with all those who are feeling grief, fear & uncertainty. 💜

The Bill which would make sex for rent a specific crime has passed to the next stage. NWC and a coalition of civil society organisations have long advocated to see sex for rent criminalised. Now, we must see this legislation pass promptly through final stages.

Why can’t a survivor of domestic violence stay in their social home, rather than the perpetrator? The Department of Housing says it plans to issue new guidance. But a solicitor says that for progress, the law has to change.

@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