Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin @aoibhinn_ni_s Twitter profile

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

1 year

The report & recommendations from @CitizAssembly on Biodiversity Loss is launched! Amazing to see so many people there, including a number of farming organisations & environmental NGOs. We can move forward together with constructive conversations.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

1.Sexual harassment in academia is a serious and systemic issue that is too often left unchecked. I spoke with @IrishTimes about my experience of sexual harassment by a colleague @ucddublin 1/n

Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin: Two years of harassment at UCD

The academic and broadcaster recounts her experience of harassment by a colleague

www.irishtimes.com

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4 years

I’m very surprised to be reading about an apology from UCD President Andrew Deeks, since I haven’t received one or any communication from him on this matter.

Major shake-up at UCD over the harassment of academic

The president of University College Dublin, Andrew Deeks, has apologised to assistant professor Aoibhinn Ni Shúilleabháin and has pledged a major shake-up ...

www.independent.ie

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Thank you so much for all of the support. I have been overwhelmed by the positive messages, but also by the stories shared from others in similar situations. I sincerely hope this conversation leads to the broader necessary changes in culture, policy & structures in academia.

Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

1.Sexual harassment in academia is a serious and systemic issue that is too often left unchecked. I spoke with @IrishTimes about my experience of sexual harassment by a colleague @ucddublin 1/n

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1 year

Thank you sincerely to Acting President Prof. Mark Rogers for this formal apology from @ucddublin . It is great relief to be able to move on from this with the acknowledgment that my experiences were not adequately or appropriately dealt with. Thank you also to @ifut #JoinAUnion

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

To the man who told me to “Just smile”, then “Give us a kiss, you look lovely” because I pointed out that he was in a parent & child parking space: Your behaviour is not okay, your misogyny is destructive & the world would be better if there was less of your selfishness around.

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3 years

It’s incredulous that in this past year no plans were discussed with stakeholders & put in place for another potential lockdown.That children & young people w special needs, who are vulnerable, or with parents who are frontline workers can’t be catered is a failure of the system.

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3 years

Listened to the Ombudsman for Children this morning @RadioBrendanRTE . To think that he met with the Min for Education months ago & that his request for a plans to be drafted for schools & exams in case of further pandemic restrictions was ignored is irresponsible & negligent. 1/

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5 years

A science teacher from rural Kenya, who gives away most of his salary to support poorer pupils, has won a $1m prize for being the world's best teacher @TeacherPrize . What a wonderful way to celebrate the important role teachers play.

Kenyan science teacher Peter Tabichi wins global prize

A science teacher who gives most of his salary to support poor pupils wins the Global Teacher Prize.

www.bbc.com

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2 years

This week I cycled to work for the first time - not a big deal for most, but I have been petrified of cycling in the city after getting knocked off my bike years ago. Safe cycle routes to/from work is the *only* reason I took the plunge & I’m very grateful for the new paths.

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3 years

As if having a baby in a pandemic wasn’t difficult enough, @HSELive want to cut the lactation consultant position in Dublin South East (and I imagine elsewhere if it’s the case here)! She has been invaluable to so many new mums in the area, both online & in person 1/

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3 years

I want to thank all the wonderful staff, particularly the midwives, at @_TheNMH who helped deliver our second son this time last week. Very grateful to have such wonderful care in the hospital & at home with community midwives. Immense respect & gratitude for the work you do 👏💐

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2 years

I really value the skills & knowledge of those who look after my children. I think all those working in the early years sector deserve better pay & conditions. #ValueEarlyYears

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2 years

Dublin is awesome. Just passed this mid-creation. #IrelandwithUkraine

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3 years

“State should admit we are willing to tolerate keeping schools open not because they are the safest places but because they are essential to the functioning of society. If they are essential, could we please treat those who keep them open a bit better?”

State needs to stop taking schools for granted

Time to treat pupils and teachers better if schools are essential to society

www.irishtimes.com

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Another example of why more women need to be involved in the decision making in government...👇🏼 It’s almost impossible for new moms to buy clothes for their newborns now (when you often need more than you think & in a hurry). #morewomenatthetable @women4election

RTÉ Prime Time

@RTE_PrimeTime

4 years

When explaining the lockdown retail rules, Minister of State at the Dept. of Enterprise @Damien_English has said that "clothes are not essential". #rtept

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6 years

Ireland - you are just stunning. A kind, compassionate, critical thinking electorate that won’t be duped or bullied. Well done everyone, well done.

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6 years

“They had 35 years to act on their concerns for women and their babies. Thirty-five years to do something about supporting the hard cases. Thirty-five years to show they care about more than just the fate of the foetus. But they did nothing.” Miriam Lord

Miriam Lord: Stoney-faced silence from anti-abortion absolutists

Not a peep from retainers as Varadkar calls their bluff over concern for hard cases

www.irishtimes.com

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5 years

As a Mayo woman, this makes me so sad.The opinions of a few have thwarted the opportunity to give women seeking refuge a place to live.Yes, direct provision needs to end, but rejecting every accommodation option for these people is not an adequate response

Plans to house 13 asylum seekers in Achill postponed

The Department of Justice and Equality has put off plans to house 13 women in a hotel in Achill, Co Mayo due to ongoing protests at the site.

www.rte.ie

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4 years

Wait, women returning from maternity leave are excluded from the Temporary COVID19 Wage Subsidy Scheme, even though they are technically employees? And this affects the most vulnerable who only got state payment? Why is it so hard to address women’s rights in this country 😔

Womenscouncilireland

@NWCI

4 years

Thread: Today NWCI wrote to the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission ( @_IHREC ), regarding the exclusion of women returning from maternity leave from the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme (TWSS), and the Minister for Finance’s refusal to rectify the issue

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

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4 years

It is an absolute honour to receive the 2020 Maths Week award for Raising Public Awareness of Maths. It’s a subject I love & want more people to enjoy! Thank you @mathsweek for the beautiful prize (a Möbius strip) which will take pride of place on my shelf 😊 #MathsWeek2020

The Irish Times

@IrishTimes

4 years

Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin receives 2020 Maths Week Ireland award

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3 years

Disappointing to see @SuperValuIRL promoting follow-on milk when it's not necessary (& was invented by formula companies as a marketing tool!) HSE recommends toddlers drink regular milk. This type of mis-information violates the @WHO code & should be legislated for #codebreach 1/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

There is no such thing as math-o-phobia @RyanTubridyShow There is maths anxiety and it occurs due to the classroom cultural & clasroom messages about maths (that you have to be fast, that you’re born good at the subject etc.) Go to @joboaler website for activities to counter it.

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

As someone who has given birth in the NMH (with wonderful midwives) I’d be happy to wait to see the new hospital built without any trace of religious input I’ve attended hospital meetings with images of the ‘sacred heart’ on show. The new hospital should be totally independent.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

So annoying that gambling ads keep coming up on family viewing on tv & player. We need a total review of the advertising of gambling across the board - it’s not a game & it’s not entertainment.

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

@AodhanORiordain

3 years

Timely report on @morningireland on the need to scrap gambling advertising of sports events. Myself and @MarkWall1 are working on legislation in this area.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Thank you to Prof. Kathleen James-Chakraborty for taking a stand within UCD in 2019 & highlighting the failings of the system in tackling sexual harassment & discrimination. Hopefully the new policies under review will not be "window dressing".

UCD professor quit university group over lack of action on sexual harassment

University president was told last year there was ‘no evidence’ of commitment to tackle issue

www.irishtimes.com

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Thank you sincerely to Minister @SimonHarrisTD for addressing the issue of sexual harassment & sexual violence so swiftly as part of his work with new @DeptofFHed . I hope all third level institutions will come on board to make their campuses safer places for students and staff.

Simon Harris TD

@SimonHarrisTD

4 years

Zero tolerance approach to sexual violence & harassment in third level. Strong words must be backed by actions. Here’s what I intend to do

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6 years

Very honoured to receive SFI Award for Outstanding Contribution to STEM communication 2017 @scienceirel

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4 years

Everyone deserves to study or work in a safe environment & we need to have conversations and cultural change in order to properly address this problem 2/n

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4 years

I will be bringing my business elsewhere if these shops & car parks bring legal action against @DubCityCouncil for prioritising a healthier, more enjoyable, more friendly city centre. #LiffeyCycle

Dublin Commuters

@DublinCommuters

4 years

These are the businesses involved in threatening legal action over the interim #LiffeyCycle route: @ArnottsDublin , @JervisCentre , @brownthomas & Brown Thomas Car Park, Fitzwilliam Real Estate Capital & Westfield Investments.

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4 years

“Freedom of expression has its limits. Those limits begin when hatred is spread...when the rights of others are violated.” Angela Merkel 👏

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@PabloPerezA

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Angela Merkel. 📹 @dw_europe

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4 years

This is beyond unacceptable. If there was an issue in the code, the model was presumably neither understood nor checked by those who should have been managing it. There are so many experts in coding/education/statistics that could have been brought in as an oversight group to 1/n

The Irish Times

@IrishTimes

4 years

Thousands may get upgrades as errors in Leaving Cert calculated grades system are identified

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3 years

Woooohhoooooo!!!!! ♥️💚❤️💚

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6 years

This could actually be a good thing. We shouldn’t shoe-horn all of our young people into academic study - it’s not for everyone. Apprenticeship courses should be equally valued & respected as viable post-secondary routes.

Education Matters

@edmatters

6 years

Latest #CAO figures show that 77,171 applications have been received this year, down 4% from 80,568 last year

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4 years

For the record, I have since received a written apology and will be speaking with President Deeks during the week.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Government needs to enact #WHOCode . Playing on insecurity of new mothers Cow&Gate ‘help line’ promotes formula over #breastfeeding . First few weeks after birth can be the trickiest, a ‘support line’ cannot be run/sponsored by industry whose priority is profit - Sunday Times

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3 years

I have the utmost respect for the clinicians & staff of the NMH. I’m disappointed in our public representatives for continuing the century long trend of weaving religious institutions into state activities. Healthcare should be public & secular. #MakeNMHOurs

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

Cast my vote this morning & only used my first preference in the Presidential election. I hope we can now get back to positive messages on equality, culture, education & scholarship from our President @MichaelDHiggins & ignore divisive, attention-seeking outbursts from others.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

To the gentleman who kindly took time out of his weekend to email me, I will continue to work to address the inequalities (socioeconomic& otherwise) in our education system. And no, the issue of gender inequity in the sciences is not because girls just “prefer” other subjects 1/n

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

As someone who had hyperemesis in both pregnancies, I can’t understand why the treatment medication can’t be added to the medical card for those who can’t afford it. An important women’s health issue (yet another one we’re failing in) that could be easily resolved. 👇🏼 #hg2costly

Hyperemesis Ireland

@HyperemesisIE

3 years

Politicians of all persuasions have expressed support for #HG2costly . Reimbursing these meds makes sense for women, their families, the economy, the HSE. Where there is a will there must be a way, right? @labour @fiannafailparty @FineGael @sinnfeinireland @SocDems @pb4p

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3 years

My two year old regularly requesting “general relativity” as bedtime reading. My work here is done. 😊

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

I prefer that academia be informal & that my students call me by my first name in class, but it does get annoying having to ask that your title be included when everyone else’s on the panel/speaker list already is. Joining the #ImmodestWomen . #changeyourtwitterhandle

Dr Niamh NicGhabhann (@niamhroisin.bsky.social)

@Niamh_NicGhabh

6 years

In a world where the voices of women & girls are vastly unrepresented & so often go unheard - in almost every single aspect of public life - #changeyourtwitterhandle is an important way to signal the right to have the expertise of women recognized. We need to hear more women.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

I entered @RoseofTralee_ with a tongue piercing, physics degree & a willingness to represent my county on a national stage. I understand that not everyone agrees with it, but it is a hugely important network for the diaspora&Irish culture. I loved my year as Rose @drivetimerte

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Hugging my little boys tighter today thinking of the children & their moms in #MotherandBabyHomes . Heartbreaking to hear their stories. Our state & society have a lot to answer for. Let’s ensure no more children are traumatised in state care #EndDirectProvision #EndHomelessness

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

5 years

Best baby present ever 😀

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Delighted to see this. Congratulations to Minister @SimonHarrisTD on taking these actions to make our higher education institutes safer places to work and study

Colleges must report annual bullying and sexual harassment figures

Move forms part of ‘zero tolerance’ initiative to create safe third level campuses

www.irishtimes.com

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

5 years

I’d like to suggest voting with our feet on this - making sure as many people as possible use the pedestrianised College Green on the ‘test days’ July 21st, 28th & August 4th. It would be lovely to be able to enjoy our beautiful city rather than avoid the congestion & pollution.

The Irish Times

@IrishTimes

5 years

College Green traffic ban for three summer Sundays to ‘test’ plaza plan

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Surely we can aspire to something like this? 👇🏼 Hours of designated educational content on national channel with high quality, reviewed lessons. Could designate morning for primary etc. Lots of teachers, teacher educators & researchers I know would be happy to help. #edchatie

Scott Bryan

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BREAKING BBC: "The BBC is to deliver the biggest education offer in its history across more of its platforms." From Monday January 11th, CBBC channel will feature three-hours of primary school shows to ensure that all kids can watch programming if they don't have the internet.

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4 years

This is a great development. State schools shouldn’t advocate any one religion when students & teachers are of a diversity of faiths or none. Schools can still support faith development & spirituality, just not for one governing religion. Well done ETB for acting on this 👏

The Irish Times

@IrishTimes

4 years

State secondary schools are to phase out a range of Catholic influences such as mandatory graduation Masses and the display of Catholic symbols only

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4 years

Well done to these UCD Student Union officers for speaking out about the sexual violence that is happening on campus. It is blatantly clear that the current processes for disclosure & reporting of sexual harassment & assault are woefully inadequate. 1/n

Rape, groping, and ‘revenge porn’: Sexual disclosures by UCD students

The 2018-2019 student welfare officer recorded 363 allegations of harassment and assault

www.irishtimes.com

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

As the school term begins I’d like to recognise all of the schools, principals & teachers who are preparing to look after their most vulnerable students who have become homeless over the summer or are dealing with extreme poverty. Thank you for looking after our young people.

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

I don't want anyone else, student or staff, to go through the same experiences I did. I hope that speaking publicly will begin a conversation that helps address this problem in third level institutes across Ireland & helps support other victims to report their experiences. 14/n

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Waited a full 4 minutes for pedestrian lights to change at Stephens Green, after all buttons on both sides being pressed. Eventually had to cross to avoid being late. Can we expect pedestrians to obey the rules of the road if they’re strongly weighted against them? @DCCTraffic

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

I've had a lot of people tell me that Savita Halappanavar's death had nothing to do with the 8th.I just want to take a quote from the author of the independent report on her death: "If she had the termination when asked for it, the sepsis would not arise."

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3 years

Breasts aren't good for business. For 40 years #WHOCode has urged the world to curtail the marketing of infant formula. Ireland has lowest breastfeeding rates in EU & OECD but still hasn't enacted their recommendations. Millions spent on advertising each year in this industry.

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@aoibhinn_ni_s

2 months

I'll be voting YesYes on March 8 because 🟢Marraige isn't the only way to define Family 🟢We can recognise & acknowledge that both men & women have roles caring for children, parents & loved ones. #VoteYesYes to bring the values of our State out of 1930s & reflect the present.

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6 years

Referendum day is here! Will be heading to cast my vote before work. I’ve met such wonderful people the past two months campaigning for a Yes vote. It makes me so proud that when it’s needed, Irish people around the country (& the world) step up & work together. #TogetherforYes

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2 years

There is so much talk about the Leaving Cert & much to discuss in terms of the inequities of the system, the impact of bonus points in maths, the epidemic of grinds, along with many other issues. Isn’t it time for the Citizen’s Assembly on Education that the government promised?

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4 years

Great that @Noeline_B , someone with such integrity & authority and with experience dealing with sexual harassment and violence, will now be part of the UCD Governing Authority. Her appointment will, no doubt, keep the safety of students and staff as a key focus of the university.

Simon Harris TD

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4 years

Today I intend to appoint the brilliant @Noeline_B to the Governing Authority of UCD. A signal of my intent to ensure issues regarding harassment & promotion of gender equality are represented at the highest levels within our institutions. More to follow as I fill vacant posts

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5 years

What will we be looking back on in this country in 30 years time wondering ‘What were we thinking? How did we let that go on?’ This 👇 It’s cruel and it’s inhumane. #EndDirectProvision

MASI - Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland

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Here is how crammed rooms are in the East End Hotel Direct Provision centre in Portalington. Count the number of beds in that tiny space. Owner pockets more than €5000 per month for this small room. End it Minister @davidstantontd @CharlieFlanagan @LeoVaradkar @DeptJusticeIRL

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4 years

We have no concrete statistics on the occurrences of sexual harassment involving staff in third level institutions in Ireland, but internationally studies have found that 58% of women faculty and staff have experienced sexual harassment (NAP, 2018) 3/n

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4 years

Was reminded today of the superpower of having a ‘teacher voice’. Saw two young lads with a spray can graffiting a wall (not in an artistic way). Stopped, asked them to stop & put the can in the bin - which they duly did! The experience of working with teenagers is invaluable.

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4 years

This is a dreadful & disappointing outcome. Points to the fact that majority of politicians really have no idea how important getting supports during maternity leave is or how impossible it is to find a crèche place for a 6 month old. Women’s issues ignored again in the Dáil.

Womenscouncilireland

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4 years

It is hugely disappointing that TD's have voted by 80 to 64 to accept a government amendment to the motion. The motion has been carried which means that maternity leave will not be extended by 3 months for mothers whose maternity leave was affected by COVID @matleave2020

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6 months

A privilege to attend the ceremony last night & receive this award from @irishtatler . The 99 members of the Citizens Assembly on biodiversity loss did tremendous work on behalf of their countrymen & women and I’m so happy to use any platform I have to influence positive change.

Irish Tatler

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An active voice at the intersection of science and environmentalism, this woman chaired the first Citizens' Assembly on Biodiversity Loss to be held anywhere. The winner of the Irish Tatler Women of the Year Public Life Award is @Aoibhinn_ni_s #WOTYA23

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

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7 years

I trust women to make their own decisions. Those decisions should be free, safe & legal. I'll be marching tomorrow at 2pm to #repealthe8th

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

If you’re compiling educational/maths resources for your children at home, here’s a few I would personally recommend: #learningathome 1/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

I can’t imagine how parents with school-going children, how teachers/SNAs without childcare, students & teachers with health issues, principals without guidance, teenagers without social contact, children stuck at home are feeling, but I am livid with this situation. 6/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

How wonderful to have such a leader guiding our country. “We must unequivocally recognise that gender equality is a right and not a gift.” Go raibh maith agat ó chroí @PresidentIRL

President of Ireland

@PresidentIRL

6 years

For details of the President's visit to #Bloom2018 see

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Found out that carers in crèche aren’t getting paid when they’re excluded from work due to Covid in class/pod. This may not be all crèches,but imagine your wages reduced by 25% if a child you take care of is sick. Do we expect these people, already low paid, to live on fresh air?

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

I feel very strongly about this and agree that religious faith formation should be taught outside school hours. All children, of all faiths & none, should have an equal experience of school and curricula. Will you sign? #equality via @UpliftIRL @edu_equal

Education Equality: don't teach religion during school hours

I want religious faith formation taught outside school hours. Will you sign? #equality

my.uplift.ie

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 months

I'll be voting Yes to remove 41.2. Some say it doesn't make a difference - if so, what's the problem removing it? I've always felt an unease that my decision to work outside the home doesn't align with the constitution. I'd like to remove that for my daughter (due soon). #voteYes

Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 months

For anyone wondering about the upcoming referendum, I'd highly recommend reading this book for background on how article 41.2 made its way into our constitution & the reactions of women at the time. 👇

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Harassment and sexual harassment contribute to the lack of gender equality of women in academia. In Ireland 24% of high-level Professor posts were held by women, compared to 51% women Lecturers which are entry level academic posts in the university sector (DES, 2017) 5/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

It’s interesting how Diarmad Martin gets a full interview on @RTERadio1 without any balance of opinion. What’s seen as ‘sin’ should not always equate to criminality. Our constitution should align with UN human rights & trust women to make their own decisions #repealthe8th

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

I am so thankful for my husband, friends, family & colleagues who supported me throughout this whole process. I am very lucky to have such a strong support network & I would not have followed through on the complaint to the Gardai or formal university complaint without them 13/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

This is also a huge issue for students in Ireland, with between 50-75% of undergrad students having reported experiencing sexual harassment in their first 3 years of study (Burke et al., 2020). This correlates with other similar studies internationally (e.g. 51% in Australia) 4/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

Just a little reminder for those who are eligible to vote in the Seanad elections (I know, it’s dreadful that not everyone can), you can register here Might be good to have some new representatives of the universities in the next election.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Listening to @rteliveline with my son nestled in to me & absolutely heartbroken listening to the young mums whose babies were taken from them. The stories this week are haunting me. Survivors deserve swift reparation & all access to their own files immediately #motherandbabyhomes

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Thank you Róisín for writing the letter so many of us wanted to send to the young woman in Dingle who demonstrated immense strength & bravery in reporting her rape. Sending love & solidarity to her, her family & the friends who are supporting her.

Róisín Jingle 🎄

@roisiningle

3 years

Sending all love and solidarity to a young woman in Dingle. You are not alone. ❤️ @AkaPaulHoward @MarianKeyes @Quantanamo

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

This is very disappointing. If the priority is to keep schools open, all school workers should be vaccinated as quickly as possible. They’ve already done this in other EU countries (such as Estonia) who say schools are a priority & are acting on that statement. #edchatie

emma o kelly

@emma_okelly

3 years

I'm not surprised. The initial response from teacher and SNA reps is one of dismay. They had been assured that they would be in the first 30% to be vaccinated. Many cannot social distance in their work, and teaching - esp primary teaching - is a very young profession.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Neither the Minister nor the Department have given any indication that their actions this past year have centred on students. There seems to be no consideration for the welfare or education of young people in this country. As an educator I think this is unacceptable. 2/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

I’ll be voting Yes for all the women the state has let down since 1983 (170,000+) and for the couples who are delighted to find out they’re expecting today, but will get a diagnosis that their baby won’t survive in 20 weeks time. They should be supported at home #WhoNeedsYourYes

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

Second day in a row that a van/bus has gone through a red light & green pedestrian light while I’ve been crossing the road with the buggy! Road issues only getting worse & think we need Gardai at busy junctions at rush hour. It’s like the Wild West🚦 @GardaTraffic @DublinCommuters

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

Equally heartbroken & seething to think the pregnant women of Ireland are still treated as 2nd class citizens. A century on in the state & women’s health still side-lined. Maybe we need to down tools & march? I certainly won’t forget this in next election. #bettermaternitycare

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

That’s my village! Carnacon in Co. Mayo and the house is #Moorehall . Beautiful, historical house - first President of Connaught (1798), home of Coranna (horse who won Cheltenham in 1840s & prize money used to buy tenants grain & cows in famine). Home of writer George Moore.

Jarlath Regan

@Jarlath

4 years

Look at this house in Mayo. It’s gorgeous and I think there’s a five-a-side pitch on the roof! I miss Ireland.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

5 years

As a mother I can't imagine not having access to nappies or food for a baby. I've set up a @gofundme page to donate to @masi_asylum for families in Direct Provision and emergency accommodation who don't have the essentials for their children. Please share

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

5 years

It was such a pleasure to be invited to celebrate #InternationalWomensDay with @PresidentIRL at Áras an Uachtarán and with wonderful women who continue to be inspirational role models. It was especially lovely to celebrate the day with my little son. #WomenOnWalls @WITSIreland

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

Why I'll be voting yes in the upcoming referendum to repeal the 8th amendment @Together4yes

Time for change... our women deserve care and compassion

I was not always in favour of repealing the Eighth Amendment. There was a time in my early 20s where I thought the issue of abortion was black and white. I...

www.independent.ie

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

@SimonHarrisTD @Noeline_B Thank you Minister @SimonHarrisTD for acting so decisively and swiftly to ensure that "zero tolerance" is something that is seen both in policy and practice in UCD and across Higher Education institutes.

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

We are now left in a situation where plans are being made on the fly & in an emergency. This will not benefit any learners and we’ll be years making up for lost experiences of students this past 12 months. The lack of leadership & organisation is beyond embarrassing. 3/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

This does not mean that addressing gender inequities at senior positions will address the problem of sexual harassment, but points to the fact that gender harassment is another cause of the gender inequity at these senior levels. 6/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

5 years

I’ll be asking all politicians who knock on my door how they’re going to #enddirectprovision It will be a key issue for me whenever the next election is called.

Ruairí McKiernan

@ruairimckiernan

5 years

@masi_asylum Direct Provision set-up 20 yrs ago, 3 years after last Magdalene Laundry closed. Originally designed as a temporary measure, where residents would stay no more than 6 mths. Many since spent years inside, institutionalised, kids growing up not knowing normal life. #MASIconference

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

My favourite photo from the marriage referendum is myself & @UnaMullally soaking in the collective happiness, pride & excitement of the crowds below on Parliament street on the evening of the result 💛🌈 😊 #MarRefMemories

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

It is positive to see a section on sexual harassment and violence included in the #Pfg & I'd like to thank Minister @simonHarris for meeting with me and putting this issue to the fore as part of his Ministerial remit 7/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

I’m delighted to be part of the Gender Balance Advisory Group in STEM at the Dept. of Education. A comprehensive literature review on interventions promoting gender equality & diversity in the sciences was published by the group yday & is available here:

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

6 years

I find this news very reassuring. President Mary Robinson has everyday people across the world at the core of her vision. She encourages us to tackle climate change and nurture equality in our society. There are still some sensible voices out there. #proudMayowoman

The Elders

@TheElders

6 years

We are delighted to announce Mary Robinson has been appointed as new Chair of The Elders. Read more:

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

It’s another indication of the need for restructuring within the Department of Education to make sure that the lived experiences of students is at the core of decisions & that they are made by those with knowledge of teaching & learning at all levels for all learners. 4/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

4 years

If you have been a victim of sexual harassment or assault, you can contact @drcc or their National 24-hour Helpline, 1800 77 8888 which offers free & confidential information & support. 15/n

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

No wonder Ireland has such low breastfeeding rates if this is such a low priority for the national state agency @HSELive Lots of us will be making complaints to try to ensure the role is kept, but support from our local TDs also appreciated @cathmartingreen @josephamadigan 2/

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

3 years

This op ed in @WSJ is rightly getting a lot of negative backlash. To top it off the author clearly doesn’t know that “Dr” shouldn’t have a full stop. That’s required only when abbreviation doesn’t end in last letter of the word e.g “Prof.” Eejit = ej. = et #DrJillBiden

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Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin

@aoibhinn_ni_s

2 years

Another disappointing element of inequality in our education system. Hepa filter manufacturer: “We’ve had many orders too, but mostly from fee-paying schools who tend to have more money.” 👇🏼

Cianan Brennan

@ciananbrennan

2 years

I'm coming to the impression that Govt and NPHET not committing to HEPA filters is one of the most unforgivable failures of the whole pandemic. It's honestly indefensible

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