Labour Equality Open Event

‘Maintaining the Focus on Equality and Inclusion during the Recession’’

Sat 26^thNov 11am -1pm

The Oak Room, Mansion House, Dawson St, Dublin 2

Keynote Speaker Minister Kathleen Lynch TD

It’s the economy – but how about equality?

Can we make a difference in disadvantaged communities with positive intervention? Yes we can - Young Ballymun project has achieved some great results.

What role does the media play in the Equality Agenda – can the media influence it in a positive or a negative way?

What can the Government do – The merger of the Equality Authority and the Irish Human Rights Commission, and the wider Equality Agenda

Speakers :

Dr Micheal Collins, Economic Research Unit

Eleanor McClorey, CEO, Young Ballymun

Carl O’Brien, Social Affairs Correspondent, The Irish Times

Kathleen Lynch TD, Minister for Disability, Older People, Equality & Mental Health

To RSVP Kirsi Hanifin kirsi.hanifin@labour.ie/ 087-6258043. Those attending must register for the event. The event is hosted by Labour Equality , the equality section of the Labour Party. This is a free event.