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We work globally to eradicate the root causes of #poverty & strive to achieve equality, dignity and freedom for all, regardless of faith. RT ≠ endorsement

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'We're working hard to to convince the Israeli public that what is going on in Gaza is not in the security interest of the state of Israel. Killing tens of thousands & starving millions is not keeping Israelis safe.' Former IDF soldier Jojo from Breaking the Silence tells RTÉ News

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Nasser Nawaj’ah, a prominent Palestinian human rights defender & researcher with our Irish Aid partner B'Tselem בצלם بتسيلم speaks about what life is like under Israeli occupation & settler violence in the West Bank. It was a privilege hosting B'Tselem בצלם بتسيلم with Trócaire in Dublin this week.

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With all eyes on #Ballymena, here's a reminder of the town's goodness & generosity. Ballymena Ukelele Group's busking session raised £350 for our work. It won’t make it onto the news but Ballymena’s act of solidarity is a symbol of hope that we can build a better, fairer world.

With all eyes on #Ballymena, here's a reminder of the town's goodness & generosity. Ballymena Ukelele Group's busking session raised £350 for our work. It won’t make it onto the news but Ballymena’s act of solidarity is a symbol of hope that we can build a better, fairer world.
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Why has the Irish Govt been mostly silent on the Von der Leyen EC's plan to slash worker and environmental protections - picking apart a law we backed just a few months ago? Important reminder from my ICBHR colleagues Ross Fitzpatrick & Evie Clarke 👇Lynn Boylan 🍷📖🐾 Barry Andrews MEP

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Thanks to European Commission funds, Christian Aid have just launched a new peacebuilding project in Colombia with our partners Sisma Mujer & Colombia Diversa to improve access to justice for survivors of the conflict, especially women & minorities often overlooked in peace agreements

Thanks to <a href="/EU_Commission/">European Commission</a> funds, Christian Aid have just launched a new peacebuilding project in Colombia with our partners Sisma Mujer &amp; Colombia Diversa to improve access to justice for survivors of the conflict, especially women &amp; minorities often overlooked in peace agreements
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If you are remembering your father, grandfather, or a father figure in your life this Father’s day, you can honour them through a meaningful gift in their memory to Christian Aid. Visit: caid.ie/LD

If you are remembering your father, grandfather, or a father figure in your life this Father’s day, you can honour them through a meaningful gift in their memory to Christian Aid.

Visit: caid.ie/LD
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The EU’s new corporate accountability law, which would help stamp out human rights & environmental abuses, is at risk of being watered down. Sign up to this Irish Coalition for Business & Human Rights event to find out how you can help stop this happening👇eventbrite.ie/e/urgent-actio…

The EU’s new corporate accountability law, which would help stamp out human rights &amp; environmental abuses, is at risk of being watered down. Sign up to this Irish Coalition for Business &amp; Human Rights event to find out how you can help stop this happening👇eventbrite.ie/e/urgent-actio…
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A coalition of 9 EU Member States, incl Ireland, has requested that the EU review its position on trade with illegal Israeli settlements - to ensure it is "brought into line with international law" (read: ended). Important step, reflects a growing desire to act on ICJ findings 👇

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At last evening's 80th anniversary service, we were delighted to be joined (L-R) by Junior Minister, Pam Cameron MLA; Lord Mayor of Belfast, Cllr Tracy Kelly; Dr Howard Hastings representing the Lord Lieutenant; Royal Navy Sea Cadet, Laura Burns, pictured with Dean Stephen Forde.

At last evening's 80th anniversary service, we were delighted to be joined (L-R) by Junior Minister, Pam Cameron MLA; Lord Mayor of Belfast, Cllr Tracy Kelly; Dr Howard Hastings representing the Lord Lieutenant; Royal Navy Sea Cadet, Laura Burns, pictured with Dean Stephen Forde.
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An important step, will read the legislation closely when published. But key test remains the same: a full ban on all trade, both goods & services, as set out by the ICJ. Govt say they're open - good. Dáil FA Ctte now has a crucial role in getting the detail right. #PassTheOTB