Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion in the Border Area. Vanda Brady Filipino Association Cavan talks to Áine Duffy Cavantv.com about the “Mind The Brexit Gap” 2pm – 6.30pm Saturday June 1st. Cavan Crystal Hotel.
Ever since Brexit became a household word three years ago here in the border counties, and indeed all over Britain and Europe, the fallout and possible resolution has exercised great minds and convulsed the House of Commons. Regardless of how…
FILIPINO ASSOCIATION MARKS 121STPH INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH DIVERSE CROSS-BORDER BREXIT FORUM IN IRELAND The event was prominently featured in various local media: The Filipino Association of Cavan (FAC) celebrated PH Independence day with an inaugural cross-border Brexit Conference called “Mind…
Women from The Next Chapter took an active part in the first cross-border Brexit Conference called “Mind the Brexit Gap: Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion in the Border” in County Cavan on Saturday 1 June 2019. Next Chapter participant Vanda Brady, member of the…
“I don’t want to be merely “tolerated.” I expect my allies and friends to challenge every instance of Transphobia in all its guises to help me and every transgender and intersex individual achieve the acceptance and respect we deserve.” “Every…
“Difficulties, problems, worriers and anxieties, that, initially seemed insurmountable were overcome through contact, communication, dialogue and exchange, and so, it is likely to be the case with Brexit!” A border cannot be imposed on the human mind. Human instinct, ingenuity,…
Welcome to “Mind the Brexit Gap: Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion in the Border.” There are four of us in the Filipino Association of Cavan who is running this event today, using the Festivals Grant of Cavan County Council. Myself, Myra…
“Migrants whose rights are protected can live in dignity and security. In turn, they contribute to society both economically and socially than those who are exploited, marginalised and excluded.” “Immigrants struggle to integrate and can get trapped in inactivity. Welfare…
“If we do negotiate Brexit that we negotiate a result for Northern Ireland that is compatible with the Good Friday Agreement.” “The Good Friday Agreement foresaw greater harmonisation between North and South and we must all work towards the continuing…
“WE ARE FACING A TOXIC GLOBAL DISCOURSE…” “THERE IS A WAY I BELIEVE THAT YOU AND ALL OF US CAN ACTUALLY GET THIS BREXIT DISCUSSION BEYOND A POLITICAL ARGUMENT…” “WHEN WE LOOK TO BREXIT THERE ARE CHALLENGES WITH REGARD TO…