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Working towards an equitable society where rural women are visible, influential and valued #feminist #community #equality #rural #intersectional 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

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Raise Your Voice@raiseyourvoiceni.bsky.social · last yr.

We must first acknowledge the girl whose violation sparked the chain of events. We stand in solidarity with her and with her family now and always. Instead, ostensibly because of the ethnic background of the boys accused of carrying out this attack, the vigil was hijacked by people intent on harm.

Violence in Ballymena text above WRDA RTA WSN NIRWN logos We must first acknowledge the girl whose violation sparked the chain of events. She and her family will have to navigate her trauma and grief from this incident as well as to engage with the criminal justice system, which is challenging for any survivor, and particularly for one so young. We stand in solidarity with her and with her family now and always. Her family called for a peaceful and inclusive vigil to draw attention to the epidemic of violence against women and girls, and this could have been a moment for the community to come together on this issue that plagues every part of our society and impacts such a huge number of women and girls across our lifetimes. Instead, ostensibly because of the ethnic background of the boys accused of carrying out this attack, the vigil was hijacked by people intent on harm. Their actions harmed families and individuals and left many without shelter, including women and girls who were removed from their homes by this destruction. They have also left people in fear for their safety, particularly people from an ethnic minority background. None of this helps the victim in this case. None of this will address the broader issue of VAWG. Most gender-based violence and most sexual violence is carried out by people known to the victim. In the reporting year 2023/24, 1,681 files were sent to the PPS regarding sexual crimes. Many of these were not prosecuted, and many, many more were never reported. We do not usually see vigilante actions in response to incidents of rape, and in this case it is clear that these actions, which defied the family’s wishes, were motivated by racism. We welcome outrage at the trauma that this girl has suffered, but this outrage can and must be channelled correctly. We need reform within the legal system, we need to address the culture that makes these incidents so common, we need to tackle prejudice and racism, and we need to redouble our efforts to achieve the goal of ending violence against women and girls.
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

#TeamNIRWN is at the Carers’ Health Fair this morning at Coleraine Scout Hall....come along if you're in the area and see what's on offer from ourselves and other services represented. All welcome

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NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

#TullachÓg One thing you can say about our ancient high kings and chieftans is that they knew how to choose a spot with a view. Gorgeous evening walk looking to the Sperrins on the left & towards Slemish on the right A moment for the headline in the last photo-not much change 😉

View to the Sperrins at sunset from Tullagh Óg Fort inauguration seat of Clan O’NeillInside the hill fort of Tullach ÓgView towards Slemish from Tullach Óg FortAn information board (one of many in the trail to the fort) with the title ‘The Struggle for Supremacy’-as much as things change perhaps they stay the same
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

We are hiring!! Development Officer WBB Key duties: 🔎Identify & recruit rural women to participate in WBB 📝 Assist in developing plans for meeting the NIRWN targets 📱Organise training venues, logistics & transport as required to support delivery 👩‍💻Complete & upload all relevant data

WE ARE HIRING JOIN OUR TEAM RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER WOMEN BREAKING BARRIERS APPLY NOW For further details contact: info@nirwn.org NIRWN Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network WOMEN BREAKING BARRIERS CLOSING DATE FRIDAY 30H MAY AT 1PM Funded by UK Government
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

In Armagh today with Lord Paul Murphy who is leading an independent review of the Withdrawal Agreement & its effectiveness Sense checking with Civil Society & creating the mechanisms with which to so is critical if we are to thrive post EU Exit Thank you @ccbscrossborder.bsky.social for convening.

Glorious view of the Armagh Cathedral this morningCentre for Cross Border Studies Coaster marking their critical role maintaining conditions for N/S cooperation since GFA and it has arguably never been more vital
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

It’s my annual armchair #ChelseaFlowerShow expert era. ‘I think that deserved more than silver-gilt’ ‘It needs more diversity in the top-left border’ etc etc Gorgeous, relaxing escapism🌷🌺🌹 Getting warmed up for my armchair Wimbledon expertise in June 🎾 😜

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Elaine Crory@elainecrory.bsky.social · last yr.

I'm so grateful to @irishnews.com for letting me get these things off my chest, because while nobody should be threatening elected reps, nor should they be careless with their words about the rest of us.

The Irish News@irishnews.com · last yr.

"What is the redress for demonised minorities, when cruel things are said about them by the most powerful voices in the most influential places, backed by the ability to make legislation that harms them?" Read Elaine Crory: tinyurl.com/ycyu8afx

Katy Hayward@katyhayward.bsky.social · last yr.

There's a new #UK-EU relationship a-brewin' and I've made a couple of slides to mark the occasion. Nothing fancy. First a very simple overview of the essence of what was announced y'day, and - crucially - what underpins it. 1/3

A simple summary of key points from the three parts of the deal: Joint Statement, Common Understanding, Security & Defence Partnership + Political agreements that oiled the wheels. Pl msg me if you'd like the text.
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

We are hiring!! Development Officer WBB Key duties: 🔎Identify & recruit rural women to participate in WBB 📝 Assist in developing plans for meeting the NIRWN targets 📱Organise training venues, logistics & transport as required to support delivery 👩‍💻Complete & upload all relevant data

WE ARE HIRING JOIN OUR TEAM RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER WOMEN BREAKING BARRIERS APPLY NOW For further details contact: info@nirwn.org NIRWN Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network WOMEN BREAKING BARRIERS CLOSING DATE FRIDAY 30H MAY AT 1PM Funded by UK Government
NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

Are you following our pals @cfni.bsky.social? Look at this video demonstrating some of their fabulousness 👇 #CommunityFoundation

UK Community Foundations@ukcf.bsky.social · last yr.

Today's 50 years spotlight is in #NorthernIreland. 🔍 Did you know? The Community Foundation Northern Ireland @cfni.bsky.social is the largest independent funder in Northern Ireland, uniting efforts to tackle social injustice and fight for climate sustainability. 👇 communityfoundationni.org

NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

NIRWN @UlsterUni for a @jrf_uk.bsky.social seminar on "Poverty & Disability: The Pathways to Work" where we discussed the anticipated impact in NI of the UK Government’s Pathways to Work Green Paper and explored operational and policy options and the impact of changes to Disability benefits.

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Alexa (dot) Moore@alexadotm.bsky.social · last yr.

Live in Northern Ireland? Want to support trans rights? Use our online tool to send an email to your MLAs! The more voices we have speaking up for trans communities, the better. Share with your friends and family 🏳️‍⚧️ www.rainbow-project.org/transrights/

Take Action Now: Stand Up for Trans Rights - The Rainbow Project

Take action to support trans rights in the wake of this week's Supreme Court judgement. Use our handy email tool to write to your MLAs.

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NIRWN@nirwn.bsky.social · last yr.

Thank you to long time NIRWN pal Maciek Bator who delivered a 5 wk polish culture workshop in Armagh with rural women. We explored different aspects of Polish culture from finishing with Polish culture costumes and cookery. There was plenty of conversation & learning #PL20NI