Niamh O'Connor
MHR opinion piece in The Irish Times
Voters can make mental health an election issue Mon, Dec 28, 2015, Shari McDaid This time of year can be difficult for many of us. People struggle with financial stresses, unrealistic holiday expectations, memories of past hurts, bereavement, loneliness and the sheer darkness of the season. At such times, it is more important than ever … Read more
Mental Health Reform JobBridge internship: Communications, Campaigns and Policy
Based in Dublin 7. Ref. INTE-1000399 Description The intern will gain practical experience in: -Researching press statements -Campaign launches -Media monitoring -Monitoring debates -Drafting website content -Maintaining databases -Public consultation events, meetings, seminars, conferences -Editing/writing campaigning/policy documents -Transcribing minutes, interviews -Gathering evidence on good practice in mental health -Gathering evidence on the status of mental … Read more
Mental Health Reform welcomes deletion of “unwilling” from Mental Health Act
Mental Health Reform, the national coalition on mental health, has today (18/12/2015) welcomed the passage in the Oireachtas of legislation to delete the word ‘unwilling” from the Mental Health Act 2001. This deletion will end the legal basis for administering ECT and, beyond three months, medication, against a capable person’s will. The deletion of ‘unwilling’ … Read more
IF ELECTED – debate chaired by John Bowman
THIS EVENT IS BOOKED OUT If Elected: Where do the Political Parties Stand on Mental Health? Wednesday 13th January 2016, 6.30-8.30 pm Wood Quay Venue, Dublin 8 As the General Election approaches, where do political parties stand on mental health? We’ve invited representatives from all political parties to take part in a public debate chaired … Read more
Castlebar meeting, Monday 14th – Change of venue due to flooding
Given current weather conditions in Mayo, we will assess the situation on Sunday evening and post any update to this page and social media, in case of any additional changes to the event. Castlebar candidates’ debate on mental health, 14th December 12-2 pm Come along to a town hall meeting on mental health in Castlebar … Read more
Mental Health Reform welcomes deletion of “unwilling” from Mental Health Act
Mental Health Reform, the national coalition on mental health, has welcomed (08/12/2015) the passage in the Dáil this evening of a long awaited amending Mental Health Bill which has deleted the word ‘unwilling” from the Mental Health Act 2001. This deletion will end the legal basis for administering ECT and, and beyond three months, medication, … Read more
Cork voters asked to help make mental health a priority
Mental Health Reform is inviting voters in the Cork area to a town hall meeting on mental health on Monday 30th November, 5.30-8pm in the Metropole Hotel in Cork. The meeting will be attended by Minister of State for Primary and Social Care, Kathleen Lynch TD, and other candidates from Cork North Central and South … Read more
Fishamble’s Silent by Pat Kinevane, in aid of MHR
THIS FUNDRAISER IS SOLD OUT Fishamble: The New Play Company presents Silent by Pat Kinevane in aid of Mental Health Reform on Friday 4th December 2015 at 6.30 pm in the Unitarian Church, 112 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2. Fishamble’s Silent by Pat Kinevane is a stunning one man show. Homeless McGoldrig once had splendid … Read more
MHR General Election Communications and Campaigns Internship
Volunteer position Hours of work: 4-5 days per week Duration: Minimum of nine months Working Hours: If 5 days: 34 hours per week – 9am – 5pm Monday to Thursday, 9am – 4pm Friday. Reports to: Communications and Campaigns Officer Main tasks: The General Election Campaigns and Communications Intern will assist the Mental Health Reform team in the … Read more
