Lord Mayor hosts Reception for BRIJ
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle, hosted a reception for BRIJ at Cork City Hall. The Lord Mayor welcomed BRIJ volunteers and residents of several direct provision and emergency accommodation centres.
Labour Market Access Permissions to be issued digitally
Effective from the 29th January 2025, all Labour Market Access Permissions (LMAP), commonly referred to as work permits, will be issues digitally.
Volunteer Appreciation – Cork Volunteer Centre
Volunteers make incredible contributions and have a huge positive impact on our community.
Sanctuary Scholarships – study at University College Cork
UCC’s Language Centre is offering Sanctuary Scholarships to study Academic, General, or Business & Professional English courses.
English Classes
When you arrive in Ireland, your first priority should be to learn English. Learning the local language allows you to study, find a job, and integrate into the community. There…
Cork Culture Night
A night not to be missed, this is an annual celebration of culture, arts, and creativity. There will be free events all over the city and access to many historic venues. You can attend or volunteer.
CCP SICAP – Impact of support
The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) has changed the lives of many refugees living in Ireland. Cork City Partnership have produced this SICAP case study video to showcase the impact of their work.
ActionAid Ireland: Together, we are stronger
Produced by ActionAid Ireland, ‘Together, we are stronger’ celebrates the migrants who come to Ireland to seek safety, security and a happy future for themselves and their families. Together, they make Ireland a better place.
BRIJ meeting with Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth
BRIJ met with Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman and provided a document highlighting the challenges faced by newly arrived and longer term asylum seekers and possible solutions.
Register to Vote!
Register to vote so you can vote in local elections. Speak with your local election candidates to find out who best represents you and your interests.