Artists and arts workers from minoritised groups subjected to discrimination and harmful behaviours in their workplaces, ‘Safe to Create’ research finds
Disabled, LGBTQIA+, and ethnically diverse artists and arts workers are experiencing discrimination, exclusion, and other harmful behaviours and challenging conditions in Ireland’s arts and creative sector. That’s according to a new report published by Irish Theatre Institute (ITI) as part of the ‘Safe to Create’ programme.
Poetry Ireland announces spoken word and live music tour
Poetry Ireland has announced details of ‘Ireland Is’, a series of five spoken word and live music performances, which will take place in Dublin, Limerick, Cork, Galway and Longford this autumn.
Racism a major issue for international students and academics in Ireland, ICOS event hears
“Racism is an issue that affects many international students studying in Ireland, as well as staff in colleges. It is crucial that adequate supports for those who experience racism are provided, and that effective legislation to address the issue is introduced. That’s according to Executive Director of the Irish Council for International Students (ICOS), Laura Harmon, who spoke at ‘Speak Out Against Racism’, an event hosted by the organisation today (17.11.22).