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7 days ago

Students at the University of Galway are using artwork to highlight their neurodiversity experiences for Brain Awareness Week.
The 'Draw Thought' exhibition in the Quadrangle, which also features postcards sent by people in Ireland and abroad, is open from 12-6pm until Monday (March 25th)
Members of the Neurodivergence Society collaborated with Spiddal artist Catherine Fleming on a painting, which is being displayed at the University Gallery.
Jane Conway, Director of Scientific Arts Lab with the School of Psychology, says Catherine took inspiration from the students' experiences.

7 days ago

A special poetry book, containing poems from five local Gaelscoileanna, has been unveiled today in Moycullen.
177 pupils from Scoil Bhaile Nua, Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh, Scoil Shéamais Naofa, Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Breandán, and Scoil Bhríde Mionloch have contributed poetry to the published book.
 

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

Family Resource Centres in Galway are calling for long-term funding for therapeutic services.
It comes as the Forum for the centres has published a report looking at the impact of its services in Galway and across the country.
It shows that one-off funding of €1m supported over 8,000 adults and children through therapy and workshops in the aftermath of COVID-19.
Fergal Landy, the CEO National Forum of Family Resource Centres, says long term funding could increase the support these centres can provide:

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

A special poetry book, containing poems from five local Gaelscoileanna, has been unveiled today in Moycullen.
177 pupils from Scoil Bhaile Nua, Gaelscoil Mhic Amhlaigh, Scoil Shéamais Naofa, Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Breandán, and Scoil Bhríde Mionloch have contributed poetry to the published book.
Féile Filíochta, which is also colouring book, will be available online to purchase within the next week.
Here’s a sample of some of the poetry on offer As Gaeilge.

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

Galway Traveller Movement has launched a new anti-racism toolkit. 
The kit outlines Travellers legal rights under the law, and how they can respond to the racism and discrimination they experience. 
GTM says research shows that 70 percent of Travellers experience discrimination on a daily basis. 
Speaking to Galway Talks, Nora Corcoran said it's about empowering people to stand up for their rights. 

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

St James' Church in Bushy Park is seeking permission to build a colambarium wall for cremated remains.
24% of people in Ireland are now choosing cremation over burial 
If planning permission is granted, the columbarium in Bushy Park will be built on an elevated site overlooking Lough Corrib
The church is working with Irish company Eternum Columbarium, which has recently completed such a project in the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul in Ennis
Founder and Managing Director at Eternum, Joseph O'Neill, says the colambarium wall will offer people more choice 

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

"Burnout" likely played a big role in Leo Varadkar's decision to step down as Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael. 
That's according to Government Chief Whip and Galway West TD and Junior Minister Hildegarde Naughton. 
Speaking to Galway Talks, she said while the announcement was a shock, it is understandable on a personal level. 
Minister Naughton says he's given everything to the party and to the country. 

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024

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