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Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Ireland’s 53rd Session of the Universal Periodic Review

The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) is a United Nations process that reviews the human rights record of every UN Member State. It provides an opportunity for States, civil society organisations and communities to assess progress on human rights and highlight where...
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The Anti-Racist Charter

Every action, no matter how small, helps create a more inclusive and welcoming society. Download, print and display the Anti-Racism Charter, and join individuals, organisations, businesses and community groups across Ireland in...
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Statement on the death of Mr Yves Sakila

… a man, believed to be Mr Yves Sakila, has died from suspected asphyxiation following his apprehension for an alleged shoplifting incident in Arnotts in Dublin on Friday 15 May. Nobody deserves to die for being suspected of shoplifting. Monday 18 May 2026. Dublin …

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I.C.I.P programme

INAR is very proud to be part of the Intercultural Cross-border Inclusion Programme (ICIP), launched in January 2026. The ICIP is a cross-border project which involves INAR in leadership development among racially minoritised people in some locations on either side of...
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“Still Not Heard, Still Not Safe” Podcast

In this very special Echo Chamber Podcast we pay tribute to our late tortoise shack colleague, Dr Vicky Conway in both the coverage of the new report Still Not Heard, Still Not Safe and in knowing that her work was instrumental in its foundations.

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“Still Not Heard, Still Not Safe”

New Report Reveals Experiences of Unequal Treatment by Gardaí amongst African and Brazilian Communities
Dublin, Ireland — Monday 31 March 

A new landmark research study by the Irish Network Against Racism (INAR) and published today by the Policing Authority reveals that people of African descent and Brazilians in Ireland report widespread discriminatory policing, racial profiling, and a deep lack of trust in An Garda Síochána.

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Media Release: INAR racist incident data prompts Civil Society Coalition call for effective National Action Plan Against Racism

INAR racist incident data prompts Civil Society Coalition call for effective National Action Plan Against RacismMarch 22, 2023 The Irish Network Against Racism (INAR) today launched the Report of its 2022 findings from the iReport.ie racist incident reporting system....
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INAR welcomes publication of Anti Racism Committee Interim Report to Government

INAR welcomes publication of Anti-Racism Committee Interim Report to Government.  April 2021 INAR sits on the Government’s advisory Anti-Racism Committee (ARC), appointed by Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan and Minister of State David Staunton in...
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Media release: INAR gives cautious welcome to Hate Crime heads of bill

MEDIA RELEASE: INAR gives cautious welcome to Hate Crime heads of bill.April 16, 2021 The Irish Network Against Racism (INAR ) today welcomed as a “positive step forward” the Minister for Justice’s publication of a Heads of Bill for hate crime legislation. “We welcome...
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“Tackle online hatred&quot”, says anti-racism watchdog

Mar 11, 2014 |

Media Release, 11th March 2014 In the Second Quarterly Report of iReport.ie, published today by INAR, 23% of incidents originating in Ireland involved social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter and various internet forums. “Manifestations of hate speech and...

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2nd Quarterly Report of iReport.ie

Mar 11, 2014 |

Reports of Racism in Ireland Reports of Racism in Ireland October - December 2013 Authored by Shane O’Curry (INAR) and Dr Lucy Michael  The iReport racist incident reporting system in Ireland was launched in July 2013 by INAR. Reports can be made directly through the...

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1st Quarterly Report of iReport.ie

Dec 16, 2013 |

Reports of racism in Ireland July-August-September 2013 Authored by Shane O'Curry (INAR) and Dr Lucy Michael (University of Hull) The iReport system for the reporting of racist incidents in Ireland was launched in July 2013 by INAR. Reports can be made directly...

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