How to find employment
Please note that you need Labour Market Access Permission (commonly referred to as a work permit) to work in Ireland. To apply to jobs in Ireland, you will need a CV….
Cork Migrant Centre
Cork Migrant Centre is a Psychosocial Wellbeing and Integration Hub. They provide free, confidential and current information on access to services and immigration issues. Outreach, integration and engagement activities include weekly coffee mornings, workshops, and English classes.
Employment Opportunities
Check here for employment opportunities that have been presented to BRIJ for asylum seekers.
Cork City Partnership – Education, Employment & Empowerment
Cork City Partnership are a local and community development company working in Cork city. They provide education, employment and community development initiatives, including training courses such as Safe Pass, Manual Handling, HACCP, and more.
EPIC Programme – Employment and Integration
The EPIC programme is a free six week online training and education programme that helps you develop your skills, look for work and integrate into Irish society.
Cork City Libraries
Cork City Libraries are a fantastic resource and membership is free. Access books, computers, study spaces, events, printing, and more.
New Year Message from BRIJ
A 2024 New Year message from Maria Magee, chairperson of BRIJ. Link to watch on YouTube
Whazon in Cork
Keep an eye here! This entertainment and event listing is updated regularly.
Good News Story
A Syrian refugee, Saleem Yateem, who came to Ireland with no English eight years ago has graduated from the University of Limerick (UL) with a degree in Bioscience.
Fancy a Coffee or Smoothie?
Image: @blues_cafe_cork (Instagram). Khaled Azrag, aka Blue, a former refugee, has opened a coffee shop on French Church Street in Cork City. Blue’s Cafe serves delicious coffee, teas, juices, freshly…