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The deadline for the below 'Request for Tenders for corporate engagement strategies to scale labour pathways for people in need of international protection' is now extended to Friday 6th of Sept. For more info please visit: bit.ly/3Aj95Pi.

We're seeking a Corporate Outreach & Engagement Officer to support the development of labour pathways for displaced people. The role is part of a 3-year Skills, Talent & Empowerment through Pathways (STEP) project, co-funded by the EU. Find out more👉 bit.ly/4dsQ1Nk

We’re requesting tenders for corporate engagement strategies to scale labour pathways for people in need of international protection: bit.ly/3Aj95Pi The call is part of a Skills, Talent & Empowerment through Pathways project (STEP), co-funded by the #EU.

🔍 New Report Alert! In collaboration with @MigrationPolicy, read this first-of-its-kind report on the experiences, motivations, & challenges of employers in hiring refugee talent. Employers are keen to hire displaced talent, but challenges remain: bit.ly/3WtC4XU

From the Seine to the podium, the @RefugeesOlympic Team lit up #Paris2024, proving the sport's power to inspire, uplift and bring hope. Competing in 12 sports, 37 refugee athletes proudly represented 120 million people forced to flee. 👉 bit.ly/3yB2VJN

Claire McGowran, @WeActIreland Campaign Manager, appeared on RTE Drivetime last night to chat about a new campaign in conjunction with the @irishredcross highlighting the experiences of the many new Ukrainian members of communities across Ireland. i.mtr.cool/xxvoqpmfsc

Today marks the 73rd anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, the cornerstone of refugee protection, which has saved and protected the lives of millions of people around the world fleeing war, persecution & human rights violations. @Refugees is the guardian of the Convention.

As part of our commitment to inclusion & interculturalism, MIC is proud to offer 4 scholarships to international protection applicants, refugees & migrants. Applicants must have applied through the CAO for undergraduate study at MIC Limerick or @MICThurles. Apply by 31 July! Learn more: mic.ul.ie/edii/sanctuary… #HelloMIC

UL is opening the University of Sanctuary Scholarship Programme to include one -year, full-time Taught Postgraduate Programmes The programme supports & promotes access to education for refugees and asylum seekers in Ireland Apply online here: ul.ie/courses/univer… #StudyatUL

Refugees can make important contributions to the communities that welcome them. If they are given the chance. Just take a look at Brazil. bit.ly/4eQMLfz

Congratulations to our colleagues from IOM UK, @TBBforTalent and @fragomen for convening this gathering of DT4E alumni - a wonderful occasion to share individual experiences and celebrate the achievements of this EU-funded programme!

Today on #WorldRefugeeDay, we celebrate refugees and all communities who are building places of solidarity, sanctuary and welcome. #WithRefugees

On #RefugeeDay2024 - Yuliia & her children have lived in Killarney with their host since 2022. 💛 "I am grateful for the opportunity to live with an Irish family. They helped my family when we found ourselves in very difficult circumstances in another country."

🫂 🌎 Learn more about what community sponsorship is, which countries are developing, implementing and exploring community sponsorship, and how you can take part on refugeesponsorship.org!

Introducing our Refugee Week 2024 mural in Waterford! An Irish artist was paired with an artist with a refugee background, to create an artwork inspired by this week’s theme of ‘Home’. Don’t underestimate the power of solidarity - do something to show you're #WithRefugees.

The 2024 Refugee Week Ireland t-shirt is now live! Proudly designed by Irish Artist Niall O’Lochlainn and hand printed in Dublin by social enterprise @WeMakeGoodIre. Get involved in the celebrations, wear the t-shirt! refugeeweek.ie

Do you own special objects that speak of your identity as a refugee? Jo @ucdarchaeology is looking for collaborators to co-create an exhibition at Kilmainham Museum exploring how family memorabilia helps people navigate experiences of conflict. For info email Joanna.bruck@ucd.ie

If you're currently hosting or thinking of hosting, remember to book your seat for the upcoming Host Information Roadshow in Dún Laoghaire on the 20th of June. We will be celebrating fellow hosts who've generously opened their hearts and homes to displaced Ukrainians. 💙🇺🇦💛🇺🇦🌼

A record number of candidates from migrant backgrounds have won seats in the local elections rte.ie/news/elections…

This year, for the 12th consecutive year, the number of refugees and displaced people has grown: from 114 to 120 million. Behind these numbers lie as many human tragedies, which only solidarity and concerted action can alleviate and solve. #GlobalTrends unhcr.org/globaltrends