Limerick Migrant Integration Forum

Limerick Migrant Integration Forum

The Forum, established by Limerick City and County Council is part of the EU INTEgreat Project, however it is envisioned to continue long after the end of INTEgreat.  This new structure aims to empower migrant communities to collaborate, network and represent a...
The Role of Municipality in the integration of newcomers

The Role of Municipality in the integration of newcomers

Introduction In an era of globalization, climate change and conflicts around the world, Europe has seen an increase in refugee arrivals. Ireland is currently experiencing unprecedented refugee and asylum applications, with most coming from Ukrainian refugees reaching...
Community Health and Wellness Event

Community Health and Wellness Event

FREE information event for targeted community with high level of newly arrived Migrants. Advice and Information on staying healthy and how to look after your own health Talks and Taster sessions. Refreshments will be provided during the event to encourage mixing and...
Cultural Diversity, a New Experience for Ireland

Cultural Diversity, a New Experience for Ireland

In-migration of people from different cultural backgrounds is a new experience for Ireland. Up to the early 2000’s culturally, Ireland was a relatively homogenous society. Over generations – post the great famine (1845-1847) into the 1980’s and early 1990’s –...
Limerick’s Integration Working Group

Limerick’s Integration Working Group

Written by Limerick City and County Council The Integration Working Group (IWG) brings together public agencies and voluntary and community organisations in Limerick to focus on the needs of people with a migration background and promote integration with host...