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Access to Records Guidance published to help those in Northern Ireland struggling to navigate through the convoluted process of accessing adoption, care and personal institutional records. #accesstorecords #redress #truthandjustice

It was a great privilege to meet all the folks who came to talk to the Panel in Newry. As always on these occasions, I left better informed and knowledgeable than when I arrived. Looking forward to more important conversations at the Europa Hotel in Belfast next Tuesday, 22 Oct.

We will be hosting both an afternoon and an evening drop-in session at the City Hotel for anyone who is interested in speaking with one of our Panel members about the testimony process or how to approach getting access to your personal records. #SeekingTheTruth

Please consider sharing this article widely please. The Panel wants to hear from as many people as possible who have knowledge of these institutions and their related pathways and practices.

Tremendous turnout to the March for All today in Belfast, sending a clear message to the far right: Belfast stands against racism ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏿

2/2 You can read Royal Irish Academy Report here: Report: Archives, Access and Human Rights - Royal Irish Academy

Looking forward to travelling up to Derry-Londonderry for the Panel’s latest engagement event on Wednesday.

Not all NI institutions were run by Catholic orders. Some were run by Protestant Churches or organisations funded by the state, eg: Hopedene Hostel, Thorndale House, Kennedy House, Belfast Midnight Mission, Malone Place and more. Call for testimonies from all to Truth Recovery Independent Panel

And thanks to Boston College for providing the space in which to hold the Panel’s discussions in Dublin. Irish Studies at Boston College

We welcome the news that President of Ireland has signed new legislation to preserve privately held institutional records in RoI. A vital step toward truth and transparency. The records are crucial for people's identities and lived experiences. #SeekingTheTruth #AccessToRecords

Visited Stormont on Monday for an important Independent Panel meeting with the First Minister and Deputy First Minister. Got a number of important measures of support from them, including a much needed 6-month extension of the Panel’s lifespan.

Thank you to everyone who attended our drop-in events across NI throughout October. Your participation, insights, and feedback are invaluable to our work. We're deeply grateful for your continued support & trust in our shared journey towards the truth. #SeekingtheTruth

Just want to echo this thank you. It was a humbling privilege to speak to the many people who so courageously came forward to speak to us at the four events. We will soon arrange online events to offer further opportunities to engage with us.

Many people affected by the institutions & / or their related pathways & practices, left NI. Our Co-Chair, Leanne has an article in the Irish Echo – the oldest Irish American Newspaper – appealing for those living in the USA to contact the Panel. shorturl.at/QMrNK

Could folks in North America consider retweeting this please. Irish Studies at Boston College

A feature of mother & baby institutions in Northern Ireland is that fewer who went through the Protestant institutions come forward with testimony even though they were the majority of cases. The Panel GUARANTEES privacy if they do speak to us. Their testimonies are vital!

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This excellent advice is depressingly necessary. Essential guidance for 2024 and beyond - How to survive the broligarchy: 20 lessons for the post-truth world | Donald Trump | The Guardian theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Your bravery to tell your truth can make a difference in ensuring acknowledgement & accountability for what happened in these institutions. If you are ready to share your experience with us, visit our website for info on contacting us by email & phone. shorturl.at/GiYIG

This appallingly sad Belfast Telegraph article is evidence that the gender discrimination and violence that forced many women into Mother and Baby institutions crossed religious divides. What courage ‘Anne’ has shown in reminding us that they are part of Protestant history also.