JOB OPPORTUNITY: Policy and Communications Officer

Older Irish citizens hold signs demanding better representation and recognition.

The Irish Senior Citizens Parliament      The Irish Senior Citizens Parliament is a national organisation with over 300 affiliated organisations countrywide. Our vision is of an Ireland where Older People are empowered and enabled to live and age positively. We are now seeking to recruit a highly motivated and committed individual with a minimum…

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ISCP: Rumoured Pensions Increase Doesn’t Meet Needs of Older People

Alt text: Glass jar filled with euro coins and a yellow "PENSION" note, highlighting pension issues for seniors.

Speaking on reports that Government will not increase pensions by the minimum of €15/week, CEO of the Irish Senior Citizens Parliament Sue Shaw said: “The ISCP membership are surprised and disappointed to hear the proposals that the Government are considering a mere €3-€5 increase in the state pension. For older people, who have seen no…

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2021: Your Resources

Elder abuse awareness during Ireland's Senior Citizens Parliament 2021, focusing on protection of older adults.

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing untold fear and suffering for older people across the world. Beyond its immediate health impact, the pandemic is putting older people at greater risk of poverty, discrimination and isolation. It is likely to have a particularly devastating impact on older people in developing countries. UN Secretary-General António Guterres Today is…

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ISCP welcomes Una Power to our team

Senior Citizens Parliament Ireland discusses elder rights.

Irish Senior Citizens Parliament is thrilled to announce a new member of its team. Una Power has joined us this week as our Head of Communications and Policy. Una will be working to deepen ISCP’s policy bank and strengthen our role in advocating for our members’ needs. Following her degree in Politics and German at…

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