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Free Ebook for Parents on Reading with Your Baby and Child
09 May 2013
Are you a parent of a baby, toddler or young child? Would you like to find out how you can help with your child's reading skills and educational development? Our free 'Your Child's Literacy Skills' ebook has easy to understand tips on fun ways you can enjoy books and language with your child.
Tips for a Wedding on the Cheap - Barnardos Wedding Dresses
09 May 2013
A wedding doesn't have to be the most expensive day of your life - picking up a bargain wedding dress from Barnardos will ensure that you won't look cheap even if your wedding is on a budget!
School Costs - Barnardos presents to Joint Oireachtas Committee
08 May 2013
Barnardos is presenting to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Social Protection on back to school costs today. Every year we see parents struggle to cope with the burden of school costs. Barnardos will be recommending practical solutions that if implemented would make huge savings for parents.
The group raised a fantastic €4,270 for the Barnardos Brighter Future Project in Knocknaheeny.
Making School Uniforms More Affordable
02 May 2013
SVP, Barnardos and National Parents Council Post Primary working in partnership with education leaders to make school uniforms more affordable
Wednesday, 1st May 2013: SVP, Barnardos and National Parents Council Post Primary (NPCpp) know how the cost of school uniforms can put many families under unnecessary financial pressure. Close to the front line these charities see at first hand the strain that expensive uniforms put on families unable to meet these demands. Partnering with education representatives and member bodies, a short guide for Boards of Management in schools has been produced which urges them to review their uniform policy and offers a range of options to help keep costs down.
Volunteers needed in Barnardos Warehouse, Dublin 15
30 April 2013
The Barnardos 'Brand New' Warehouse in Ballycoolin, Dublin 15, urgently needs volunteers. We're looking for organised people who are interested in fashion or stock management, and who enjoy working with a team. Volunteers are needed from Monday to Friday; days and hours can be flexible. If you're interested, please get in touch with Suzanne on volunteers@barnardos.ie, or call 01 708 0431.
Barnardos Library – New Arrivals April 2013
26 April 2013
New resources from the Barnardos Library, added in April 2013.
Barnardos Statement on RTE Primetime Programme, 25 April 2013
26 April 2013
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity operates a network of seven charity shops which help to fund its work with vulnerable children and families in Ireland. Over the past year, Barnardos shops have reported an increase in customer demand for quality affordable goods and clothing. However the volume of donations the charity receives has visibly declined; this may be attributed to the growth in bogus collectors.
Our Corporate Friends in 2013
19 April 2013
It’s been a busy year so far, with lots of companies joining Barnardos as corporate supporters in 2013.
Ryan always puts on a brave face. Find out why...
15 April 2013
Barnardos Welcomes Appointment of Norah Gibbons to Child & Family Agency
12 April 2013
Launch of Cow & Gate Big Toddle for Barnardos 2013!
11 April 2013
The Cow & Gate Big Toddle for Barnardos is a fun sponsored walk for toddlers and an enjoyable way to raise funds to support the vital work that Barnardos does with children and families in communities all over Ireland.
Barnardos Munster Golf Tournament 2013, with Eoin 'Bomber' Liston
09 April 2013
Bring your team to the inaugural Barnardos Munster Golf Tournament in Tralee Golf Club on Friday April 19th, 2013.
Website Launch will Lift the Lid on Reality of Children’s Lives
04 April 2013
Dublin, April 4th 2013 - Children’s charity Barnardos strongly welcomes today’s launch of the Child Care Law Reporting Project. This project, directed by Dr. Carol Coulter, will for the first time ever make public the court reports dealing with child care proceedings and remove the ‘in-camera’ rule that has prevented any such reporting to date. The project will give an insight into the nature of the cases and the reasons why children are taken into care while still maintaining the anonymity of the children and families involved.
Sign up for the Barnardos Lugnaquilla Challenge!
04 April 2013
Join us on Saturday 25th May 2013 as we summit Leinster’s highest peak - the majestic Lugnaquilla! On the scenic Barnardos Lugnaquilla Trek we’ll enjoy panoramic views over Glendalough, the Wicklow Hills, across Blessington Lakes and Kildare, followed by a great night of music and fun. So come along and help raise vital funds to help change the lives of children all over Ireland!
Separated Children Seminar: reports & presentations now available
03 April 2013
Barnardos hosted a seminar on Separated Children in Foster Care on 3rd April 2013, to highlight the experiences of separated children living in foster care and supported lodgings.
Barnardos and the HSE commissioned research into this and the report Foster Care and Supported Lodgings for Separated Asylum Seeking Young People in Ireland is available for download.
Visit our Separated Children page for more information about the event and to view the presentations.
Barnardos and HSE Launch Research Findings into the Care of Separated Children in Ireland
03 April 2013
Dublin, 3 April 2013 – “They gave me a room and ... they did everything that my family did for me basically and ... they brought me to their daughter's wedding so they said the family has to go to a wedding so you're part of our family so you have to come with us ... so basically, you know, they count me as their family so I felt like you know I'm part of this family ... I will never forget, never.” This is the response of one young person asked about their foster family as part of research into the experiences of separated children who come to Ireland seeking protection.
Get The Most Out of Kilimanjaro!
26 March 2013
If you’ve signed up for the Kilimanjaro trek this June chances are you’re looking ahead with a mixture of both excitement and a tiny bit of trepidation. This trek is not for the faint hearted, but it is going to be an experience of a lifetime! And naturally, we’re here to lend a helping hand and make sure you have the best time possible.
Barnardos: "Getting the Right Supports in Place at the Right Time is Essential to Avoid Tragic Deaths"
21 March 2013
Dublin, 21st March 2013 - Ireland’s leading children’s charity Barnardos has expressed its condolences to the families of children who died in care in 2012. The charity said that statements by the National Review Panel for Serious Incidents & Child Deaths on the unnatural deaths of 16 children in the care of the State, proved the need to expedite the establishment of the Child and Family Support Agency and to ensure it had the resources to focus on both crisis and early intervention services for children.
Barnardos Publications Spring Sale
08 March 2013
For the month of March only, selected Barnardos publications will be available for sale at a 50% discount while stocks last. You can order books online , by phoning 01 4530355 or emailing resources@barnardos.ie.
Down But Not Out: White-Collar Boxing
07 March 2013
FundraisingFightNights.ie is holding a white-collar boxing event in aid of Barnardos on Friday 31st of May in The Wright Venue and they want you to take part.
Cyberbullying Advice for Parents - a Graphic from Barnardos
05 March 2013
Cyberbullying Advice for Parents - this infographic from Barnardos explains how to identify cyberbullying, and steps you can take to tackle it and protect your children.
Press Release: Scandinavian Childcare: Making it Happen
04 March 2013
New Publication: Early Speech and Language Matters
27 February 2013
Early Speech and Language Matters is a new publication from Barnardos, which provides up-to-date theory and research in relation to the development of speech, communication and language in early childhood and examines how this development is the foundation for all later learning.
New free eLearning course: Intro to Child Protection
27 February 2013
Take the new, free Barnardos eLearning Course - Introduction to Child Protection
Help My Kid Learn - great new literacy and numeracy site
20 February 2013
“Help My Kid Learn” is a new website from the National Adult Literacy Agency for parents, guardians and childminders of children aged 0 – 12 years. The purpose of the website is to provide fun activities that parents can do with their children, to develop their literacy and numeracy skills. www.helpmykidlearn.ie mixes the old with the new, from card games and hopscotch that help practice maths, to children’s e-books that can be read out to your child and “Apps” that you can download to help your child learn.
Tickets on sale for 'Chosen', an evening of adoption stories
20 February 2013
Chosen - Living with Adoption is a recently published collection of writing and poetry by adopted adults living in the UK, edited by Dr Perlita Harris. Barnardos are hosting an evening of readings from the book in Dublin's Aisling Hotel on Thursday 23rd May.
Barnardos Library – New Arrivals February 2013
19 February 2013
New resources from the Barnardos Libarary, added in February 2013.
“Changes to Child Benefit must not be a Crude Money Saving Exercise”
18 February 2013
18 February 2013 - Barnardos, Ireland’s leading independent children’s charity has noted Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton’s plan to publish the report of the Advisory Group on Tax and Social Welfare later this week. The children’s charity today said that whatever the report findings, the Cabinet discussion tomorrow must focus on how best to protect low and middle income families from further hardship.
Limited places available on course 'The Adopted & Foster Child in School'
18 February 2013
Limited places are available on the Barnardos Post Adoption Service Training day 'The adopted and foster child in school'.
This training day covers practical strategies to help children with early loss and trauma to learn more easily. Suitable for adoptive and foster parents, teachers, psychologists and other professionals working with school age children.
Get ready for the Flora Women's Mini Marathon!
14 February 2013
It’s Flora Women’s Mini Marathon time again and we’re calling all ladies to join Team Barnardos to make 2013 our best marathon year yet! Everyone who signs up to Team Barnardos this year will be entered into our draw to win an amazing €200 Rocks Jewellers Voucher.
Childcare in Ireland: tell Barnardos what YOU think
13 February 2013
Barnardos, OPEN, National Women’s Council of Ireland and Start Strong are exploring ways to improve childcare and afterschool care services in Ireland. We are trying to look for a more sustainable solution to childcare that is in the best interests of children, their parents and service providers. If you’re a parent please take 5 minutes to fill out our 2013 Childcare and Afterschool Survey.
CSO Figures Show Ravaging Effects of Recession on Children and Families
13 February 2013
Children’s charity Barnardos has said that CSO figures published today for 2011 show the ravaging affects of recession on children and families in Ireland. Following the CSO's publication of the EU Survey on Income and Living Conditions 2011 (SILC), Barnardos said that children and families were the worst hit by the recession, reflected in the increase in the consistent poverty rate for children from 8.8% in 2010 to 9.3% in 2011.
Tom Crean Cycle - Summer 2013
12 February 2013
The Tom Crean Cycle is taking place in June 2013 - cyclists will travel an epic 640 miles from Donegal to Dingle!
Perfect Skins release single for Barnardos
12 February 2013
Laois band The Perfect Skins have launched their new single ‘Innocence’ with all profits from the sale of the single going directly to Barnardos. After hearing a radio interview with Barnardos’ CEO, Fergus Finlay, where he spoke about government cuts to funding and the affect that would have on our ability to deliver services, the band decided to try and raise some much needed funds.
The track is now available to download from iTunes and the band is appealing to the public to download the track to raise funds for Barnardos.
Powerleague Five-a-Side in Dublin
12 February 2013
Looking to engage in some healthy team bonding with your work colleagues? Lucozade Powerleague, a five-a-side soccer facility in Templogue, are running a five-a-side Business Tournament on Wednesday 13th February.
Calling all Thrill Seekers!
12 February 2013
Beannaseacht are a team of adventurers and fundraisers who are supporting Irish Children’s charities by participating in a number of hair-raising activities. As well as heading to Russia later this year to climb the spectacular Mt Elbrus they will also be joining in the adrenalin-fuelled Pamplona Bull Run in Navarra, Spain in July. If you’re mad enough to take part in either challenge contact Philip on 087 2688547 for all the details.
Hair and Nails Event, Rathfarnham, Feb 17th
12 February 2013
As any girl will tell you, there’s nothing like a mini makeover to brighten up a dull February and set you up for the week ahead. Talking Heads Hair Studio and Patricia's Nail Salon in Rathfarnham are holding a Donation Day in aid of Barnardos on Sunday 17th February. Costumers are asked to make a donation to Barnardos in return for a complimentary blow-dry. And while you’re there get Patricia to give your nails a repolish for just €10, all proceeds coming to Barnardos. Call the salon on 01 4932987 to book your appointment now.
Back to School Costs - tell our Government your ideas
08 February 2013
A consultation process with Government on bringing down the costs associated with school has just opened, and parents can send in their ideas - contact esp@oireachtas.ie to have your say.
Sign up for the 2013 Docklands Run
07 February 2013
Barnardos are delighted to announce that we have been chosen as the Charity of Choice for the Docklands Fun Run for a second year running! 2012 Docklands Fun Run participants raised an amazing €20,000 for Barnardos and we’re hoping to top that this year. There will be two races, a 5km and 10km, both taking place on Thursday 20th June, 7.45pm from Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2. Early Bird registrations open from Wednesday 6th February so what are you waiting for? Be Brave for Barnardos - sign up today and get training!
Press Release: Families in Poverty: Social Protection Failing to Protect Children
07 February 2013
Barnardos has urged Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton TD, to address the issue of poverty traps that continue to trap people in welfare dependency during the meeting of EU Employment and Social Policy Ministers beginning in Dublin today .
Magdalene Laundries Report Welcomed
05 February 2013
Dublin, 5 February 2013. Barnardos welcomes the publication of the report into State involvement in the Magdalene Laundries. This report clearly shows the extent to which the State was aware of and benefited from the harsh conditions that these women were forced to work and live in. It catalogues how the State turned a blind eye to the appalling conditions in which Irish citizens lived, while supporting the religious orders who enslaved them in financial and other ways.
Safer Internet Day 2013 - Tips for Parents
05 February 2013
Tips from Barnardos for parents - be aware of cyber-bullying on Safter Internet Day, and follow our advice on protecting your children online.
Win €50 vouchers for kids' clothes at Du Pareil Au Meme!
01 February 2013
Creators of funky and affordable children’s clothing Du Pareil Au Meme are supporting Barnardos! Head over to the Du Pareil Au Meme Facebook page and check out their lovely colourful clothes for babies and children from 0 to 14. If you like their page and leave a comment on their competition post, you could win one of four €50 vouchers – and for every entry, DPAM are donating €1 to Barnardos!
Barnardos Press Release: Next Step in Tackling School Book Costs Welcomed
28 January 2013
Barnardos welcomed the launch of “Guidelines for Developing Textbook Rental Schemes in Schools” by the Department of Education and Skills today. The children’s charity has been a long time advocate of introducing book rental schemes in all schools as they have proven to reduce the school book bill to parents.
Same families will be hit again if property tax applied to social housing, Barnardos
23 January 2013
Dublin, 23 January 2013 – Barnardos has expressed shock that tenants of Local Authority housing could be faced with a rent increase to help Local Authorities meet their property tax bill. The children’s charity said that Government and Revenue must reconsider applying the property tax to social housing given the impact it will to have on tenants, especially families.
Christmas or New Year Engagement? Check out Barnardos Bridal Rooms!
21 December 2012
If you and your loved one decided to tie the knot over Christmas, we have even more good news for you - Barnardos Bridal Rooms will help you find the wedding dress of your dreams at a bargain price!
What are your New Year Resolutions for 2013?
20 December 2012
Happy 2013! It's a new year and a new start - what are you going to change this year? Whether it's getting fit, making the world a better place or jump-starting your career, we have some tips, suggestions and professional guidance for you for 2013.
Make a Christmas Donation to Barnardos Children's Charity
14 December 2012
Make a donation to charity this Christmas and choose to help children, by donating to Barnardos. We are the leading Irish children's charity and your Christmas donation will help children in need. You can donate online, donate by phone or donate by post.
Positive parenting tips: Helping children cope with loss and separation at Christmas
14 December 2012
Answering the question: Why don't some children get as many gifts from Santa?
14 December 2012
Children often ask why other children receive more or larger presents from Santa at Christmas time. Barnardos has tips on how you can answer those difficult questions.
Workshop for children adopted from Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan - Registration now open
14 December 2012
Barnardos Post Adoption Service is now taking registrations for a a new workshop for 8-11 year old adopted children born in Russia, Kazakhstan or the Ukraine (only) and their parents. This workshop aims to give adopted children an opportunity to consider how they might more confidently answer questions they might be asked about adoption or ethnicity outside the home. Taking place on Saturday 2nd March 2013 in the Louis Fitzgerald Hotel, Newlands Cross.
Positive parenting tips: Managing children's Christmas expectations
13 December 2012
Christmas is supposed to be a wonderful time for all the family, a time of giving and receiving. But this December, with many families struggling to pay their bills and keep food on the table, buying presents may be just another headache and mean further pressure for parents. Barnardos has advice on how to manage your children’s expectations about Christmas this year.
Thanks to Kirby Group Engineering for generous support
13 December 2012
We would like to thank Kirby Group Engineering for their generous support for Barnardos since 2010. Funding from the Kirby Group has helped to provide family support programmes in Barnardos centres all across the country, including local services in the Limerick region. It is only through the vital support of socially responsible companies such as Kirby Group Engineering that Barnardos can continue to provide our services for some of the most vulnerable children in Ireland. Thank you.
Lisa Hannigan auctions 'Knots' dress for Barnardos!
12 December 2012
Barnardos ambassador and long time supporter Lisa Hannigan is kindly auctioning off the paint splattered dress she wore at her biggest Irish headline show ever at the Iveagh Gardens on July 21st of this year. This amazing dress is being auctioned on ebay and will remain live until 6pm on Sunday, December 16th. 100% of proceeds of the sale of the dress will go towards the work Barnardos does with children and families this Christmas.
The group raised a fantastic €4,270 for the Barnardos Brighter Future Project in Knocknaheeny.
8 year old poet writes book for Barnardos
11 December 2012
If you’re looking for the perfect literary stocking filler this Christmas then look no further than “Jude’s Poems”. Jude Lee is eight years old and lives in Waterford. She loves animals and helping people. She wrote this book AND drew all the pictures by herself and has offered to give all the proceeds to Barnardos.
To get your own copy, and have a sneak peek at some of Jude’s poems vist Judelee.com.
New science fiction novel 'Gods of Kiranis' supports Barnardos
11 December 2012
If science fiction is your thing then look no further than Gods of Kiranis by Dublin born author Ronald A. Geobey. This story is sure to get your imagination working with its spell-binding plot and intriguing story.
The book is currently available in Easons and Forbidden Planet in Dublin, The Warchest in Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre or directly from Amazon, and €1 from each copy sold comes to Barnardos.
Loughrea Youth Chorus: young musicians supporting Barnardos
11 December 2012
The Loughrea Youth Chorus offers girls and boys ages 6-17, from all parts of Loughrea and its surrounds, an opportunity to study and perform a comprehensive repertoire of pop, rock, classical, opera, and folk music in both a fun and professional atmosphere.
A percentage of proceeds from the Chorus is donated to Barnardos on an ongoing basis, along with the proceeds of their latest CD, available locally in Music World, Loughrea. For a taster of their CD take a look at the video above, and if you’re outside the Loughrea area and interested in purchasing a copy please contact us at fundraising@barnardos.ie.
Walk for a Good Claus in the Barnardos Santa Stroll!
07 December 2012
Join us and a sea of Santas, at 1.30pm on Sunday 16th December for a festive family walk on Dun Laoghaire’s East Pier! Known as ‘Irelands most walked walk’, we’re asking you to take your Sunday walk on this famous pier to help change the lives of vulnerable children. There'll be Santa suits, prizes, medals and all the fun of the Dun Laoghaire Christmas Festival.
What does Budget 13 mean for children and families? Analysis from Barnardos
07 December 2012
Budget 2013 was regressive and deeply unfair. Many of the cuts and tax increases will disproportionately affect families already struggling to survive on low incomes. The worst effects will come from a straight cut to Child Benefit, the outrageous cut to the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance and tax increases through changes to PRSI.
Read Barnardos’ analysis of the Budget measures that relate to children and families.
Cyberbullying: help from Barnardos
06 December 2012
If you are a child or a parent of a child who has been affected by cyberbullying, Barnardos can help. Our resources include expert advice, free publications and parents guides; a school speaker and cyberbullying training courses.
Four Leading Groups Call for All Children to have Equal Access to Childcare
05 December 2012
Dublin, 5 December 2012 – Start Strong, OPEN, Barnardos and the National Women’s Council of Ireland have rejected moves by the Departments of Social Protection and Children and Youth Affairs to pilot specific after-school care arrangements for the children of low income workers through the After-School Childcare Scheme. The organisations said that the move fell far short of a strategic approach to the development of comprehensive childcare for all children aged 0-12 years in Ireland and created a two tier system that would segregate children based on their family incomes.
Government Measure of Success is Pushing More Families into Poverty
05 December 2012
Dublin, 5 December 2013 – Barnardos has hit out at what it called the “regressive, unfair and unsustainable” measures outlined in Budget 2013. The children’s charity said that despite rhetoric from Government, this Budget yet again disproportionately targeted families on low incomes.
Santa Claus is Rockin' - fantastic Christmas single in aid of Barnardos!
05 December 2012
Limerick brothers Simon and Glen Shire have written and produced a cracking Christmas tune in aid of Barnardos. “Santa Claus is Rockin” features New Yorker Bradley Gillis on vocals and is available to buy on iTunes, CD Baby and Amazon for only 99c. All profits go to support Barnardos work with children in Ireland
'Exploring Adoption': a course for Adopted Adults from Barnardos, starting Feb 2013
28 November 2012
“Exploring Adoption” is a four session evening course for adopted adults starting 21st February 2013. This course will be helpful to adopted adults who are considering searching for background information, who have had an outcome to their search and/or who would just like an opportunity to reflect on the experience of being adopted. Numbers are limited to 10 participants. The course is facillated by Barnardos Post Adoption staff and costs €80 including materials.
For some children, Christmas has to be imagined...
23 November 2012
Some children have to imagine a lovely Christmas dinner, imagine nice presents and imagine a nice warm home. Sadly, Grace is one of those children.
When our project worker, Kelly, first met three-year-old Grace, she was out walking with her mum near a Barnardos project. Kelly could see that even though it was very cold, Grace was barefoot and she didn’t have a coat. She saw them again the next day and a few days after that – and she became so concerned that she decided to strike up a conversation.
How I Learn Project - crowdsourced book from Anseo a Mhuinteoir
23 November 2012
'How I Learn' is a really exciting project on education from Helen Bullock of the Anseo a Mhuinteoir blog. 'How I Learn' started off as a series of guest posts from students, teachers, parents and anyone interested in learning styles. It's now being turned into a crowd-sourced book, and all proceeds will be going to Barnardos.
One Meal for Barnardos this Christmas
20 November 2012
If you have a subsidised canteen in your workplace, why not donate what you would normally pay in the outside world for the meal you’re about to have?
For many of the 91,000 children living in consistent poverty in Ireland, Christmas dinner might only be beans on toast. This Christmas time choose a day in your office where you and your colleagues will donate ‘One Meal for Barnardos’. For more information email: corporate@barnardos.ie, or call (01) 4530355.
Christmas Scented Candles from Airwick & Tesco
20 November 2012
Purchase one of the selected Airwick promotional scented candles in Tesco stores nationwide and 25c from every candle will go directly to support Barnardos. Make sure you have your home smelling good this Christmas - or these candles would also make the ideal Kris Kindle gift or stocking filler. You can feel great too knowing that Barnardos benefits from your purchase.
Help Barnardos by sending a Life Style Sports ecard this Christmas
20 November 2012
Lifestyle Sports has agreed to raise €10,000 for Barnardos by donating €1 for every Christmas ecard downloaded from www.lifestylesports.com.
These colourful and charming Christmas ecards are a great way to spread some Christmas cheer, while at the same time supporting Barnardos.
Send a little Magic this Christmas with Santa Knows Me!
20 November 2012
Post a specialised letter to Santa and help Barnardos. This year, thanks to the support of SantaKnowsMe, when you purchase a personalised letter from the one and only Santa Claus himself on www.santaknowsme.com, €1 from every letter will go to Barnardos!
Letters are printed on Santa’s custom-made stationery and will contain references unique to your child. For more information and to order your letter today, please visit www.santaknowsme.com.
Cork Chamber Choir Sings the Complete Alfred Burt Christmas Carols
20 November 2012
If you’re looking for something different this Christmas, Cork Chamber Choir Sings the Complete Alfred Burt Christmas Carols might just be it! This Christmas album is the first European recording of a gorgeous set of carols that were written by jazz musician Alfred Burt between1942-54. A percentage of sales of the CD will be donated to Barnardos.
Run for a Good Claus this Christmas!
20 November 2012
Are you taking part in a fun run, race or marathon this festive season? Make it even more fun by donning a Barnardos Santa Suit and get sponsored for your efforts. We can provide you with t-shirts, sponsorship cards, collection buckets and the Santa Suit - whatever you need for your fundraising.
Santa Sunrise Trek - Sign up now!
16 November 2012
The Barnardos Santa Sunrise Trek is taking registrations now! Join us in Wicklow on Saturday December 8th for a winter wonderland trek as we take festive guided walk in Co Wicklow and experience a magical sunrise from one of its many stunning peaks.
1 in 10 Going Hungry as Least Well Off Shoulder Worst of Budget Cuts
14 November 2012
Dublin, 14 November 2012 – Income inequality in Ireland has risen since the beginning of the recession, reflecting the disastrous targeting of people on low incomes that has dominated budget decisions since 2008. Children’s charity Barnardos said that many families are living in fear of Budget 2013, with many already struggling to make it through the month with enough money to cover their basic needs.
Children’s organisations satisfied with Referendum result
12 November 2012
11 November 2012 - Yes for Children, the national campaign led by Barnardos, the ISPCC, the Childrens Rights Alliance, and Campaign for Children has welcomed the outcome of the Children’s Referendum. The campaign said that the Yes vote was a statement by the people of Ireland that children matter and would provide a mandate for better laws, policy and services to improve the protection of children now, and into the future.
Library Ireland Week 12th-16th Nov 2012
12 November 2012
Looking for information about Literacy and Language Development? Selection of resources from Barnardos’ Library.
Use your Vote on Saturday 10th November
09 November 2012
There's no such thing as not voting - find out why.
Infographic: The Children's Referendum Explained
08 November 2012
Everything you need to know about the Children's Referendum - displayed a in a handy infographic from Barnardos that you can share with friends.
Now is not the time to be complacent – every vote counts
07 November 2012
Yes for Children was joined at Leinster House today by the leaders of all the political parties as they call for strong Yes vote in the Children’s Referendum.
The national campaign led by Barnardos, the Children’s Rights Alliance, the ISPCC and Campaign for Children, is warning against complacency and insists that it’s up to each individual to get out and vote this Saturday.
RTÉ 2fm Dress Up for Barnardos: Thank You!
02 November 2012
Thanks so much to everyone who Dressed Up for Barnardos! Send us your pictures and stories, and don't forget to enter our draw for a brand new laptop!
Video: Barnardos project staff on the difference a Yes vote will make
02 November 2012
Video: Barnardos project staff on the difference a Yes vote will make for the children we work with.
Children's Referendum: Help us get people voting
02 November 2012
Help us get people voting and ensure that Ireland votes YES for children on November 10th.
Your chance to win a laptop with Dress Up for Barnardos
31 October 2012
It's RTÉ 2fm Dress Up for Barnardos Week!
22 October 2012
It's RTÉ 2fm Dress Up for Barnardos Week! Check out these great behind-the-scenes videos from RTÉ, featuring Sheila Sheikh, Tubbs Lightyear and Hector Stardust! And of course, register for your FREE Dress Up Fun Pack now...
Fergus Finlay Irish Independent article on St Patrick's Institution
18 October 2012
Barnardos CEO Fergus Finlay has an article in today's Irish Independent on St Patrick's Institution for Young Offenders. You can read a pdf of the piece, entitled 'Young people, especially those in trouble, must be seen and heard.'
Yes for Children: Videos featuring PJ Gallagher, Maeve Higgins and Fred Cooke
17 October 2012
Irish comedians PJ Gallagher, Maeve Higgins and Fred Cooke came to Barnardos to talk to us about why children should be heard.
Barnardos Honoured by 50th Anniversary Stamp
12 October 2012
Thursday 11 October 2012 – The Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Pat Rabbitte joined Fergus Finlay, Barnardos Chief Executive at the GPO today to unveil An Post’s new 55c postage stamp, specially commissioned to mark the golden anniversary of the children’s charity. For fifty years now Barnardos has worked closely with more than 100,000 children and families living in disadvantaged communities throughout Ireland, supporting them to achieve their potential in life.
Barnardos welcomes report on Audit of Catholic Dioceses
11 October 2012
Dublin, 11 October 2012 – Barnardos has welcomed the publication of the Audit Report of the safeguarding arrangements in the Catholic Dioceses in Ireland by the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Frances Fitzgerald T.D. The audit, which began in 2005, outlines the significant risk posed to children by the poor child protection standards across the Church in the past. The failings identified in the report echo many of the other reports published in recent years including the Murphy and Cloyne reports.
Graphic: A Timeline of Children's Rights in Ireland
11 October 2012
Graphic: A Timeline of Children's Rights in Ireland
YES FOR CHILDREN Launch National Campaign Bus Tour
08 October 2012
Yes for Children, a national campaign led by Barnardos, the Children’s Rights Alliance, the ISPCC and Campaign for Children, has today launched its national bus campaign tour. The campaign bus will tour the country stopping in more than 40 locations nationwide. Campaign staff and volunteers will be joined on the bus by high profile members of the Yes Campaign, including Fergus Finlay, Ashley Balbirnie, Tanya Ward, and Olivia O’Leary.
Murder Mystery Night: Clonmel, 2nd Nov
04 October 2012
Barnardos South Tipperary are holding a Roaring '20s Gangster-themed Murder Mystery Night fundraiser on Friday November 2nd. Tickets cost €35 and include a pre-dinner drinks reception, a three course meal and entertainment. Contact info@southtipp.barnardos.ie or 052 6170665 to buy tickets.
Barnardos Statement on Child Benefit, 2 Oct 2012
02 October 2012
Dublin, 2 October 2012 –Barnardos has welcomed the debate on the reform of child income supports. The children’s charity said that while it hadn’t seen the report, reform of the current system was long overdue but that this reform must not put more families at risk of poverty.
Barnardos’ CEO, Fergus Finlay, said: “We know the importance that Child Benefit plays in supporting parents with the high costs of raising children in Ireland. The proposed reduction as reported in media of €40 per child is too big a drop in the monthly incomes of families who are already struggling. Any reduction must be phased in over time and must be countered by an increase in income and service supports for low income families.”
Craft Demonstration: Fri Oct 12th, Blackrock, Dublin
02 October 2012
Craft Demonstration Event - Friday October 12th in the Tara Towers Hotel, Blackrock, Dublin. You can learn how to knit, sew, quilt, do floral arrangements, make jewellery, cards, candles, hats, and much more. €5 for tickets, all proceeds to Barnardos.
Galway River Cruise and Mega Dance Party: Oct 6th
02 October 2012
A fantastic night in Galway is being organised to raise funds for Barnardos on Saturday, October 6th, with a river cruise on the Corrib Princess, finger food, DJ and a dance party featuring some of Galway's top dance groups. Tickets are available now.
Video: Reason #5 to Vote YES for Children
30 September 2012
#5 in a series of short videos explaining why Barnardos is calling for a Yes vote in the referendum on children's rights on November 10th 2012.
Video: Reason #4 to Vote YES for Children
28 September 2012
#4 in a series of short videos explaining why Barnardos is calling for a Yes vote in the referendum on children's rights on November 10th 2012.
Video: Reason #3 to Vote YES for Children
28 September 2012
#3 in a series of short videos explaining why Barnardos is calling for a Yes vote in the referendum on children's rights on November 10th 2012.
Video: Reason #2 to Vote YES for Children
28 September 2012
#2 in a series of short videos explaining why Barnardos is calling for a Yes vote in the referendum on children's rights on November 10th 2012.
Infograph: 5 Reasons to Vote Yes for Children
26 September 2012
Infographic with five reasons to vote YES for children in the Children's Rights Referendum on November 10th, from Barnardos and the Yes for Children campaign.
What Emma means when she says 'I hate you'
25 September 2012
‘Emma likes to say she hates me, but only because she knows I’ll always say “I love you” in return.’
My name is Sarah and I am a project worker in Barnardos. As someone who works with children and families, I see firsthand the difference Barnardos makes to those who rely on us most.
Workshop: Transitions in the Early Years - Dublin and Cork, Oct 2012
25 September 2012
Training events in Dublin and Cork in October 2012 for early years staff, on approaches for supporting children who are undergoing major transitions in their lives.
'Why it’s important to vote yes in children’s referendum' - by Barnardos CEO Fergus Finlay
25 September 2012
Barnardos CEO Fergus Finlay the Irish Examiner discussing the upcoming Children’s Referendum - "I HAVE a feeling that in years to come the single most important element of the constitutional amendment we are being asked to vote for in November will be the first bit."
Video: Reason #1 to Vote YES for Children
25 September 2012
#1 in a series of short videos explaining why Barnardos is calling for a Yes vote in the referendum on children's rights on November 10th 2012.
What does ‘dead’ mean? Barnardos Children’s Bereavement Counsellor speaks to the Irish Independent
25 September 2012
Barnardos Bereavement Counselling for Children is a service for children and young people who have lost someone close to them – Valerie Kelly, Head of Barnardos Bereavement Counselling talks to the Irish Independent about how best to talk to your child when a loved one dies.
Children's organisations launch YES FOR CHILDREN
24 September 2012
Yes for Children, a national campaign led by Barnardos, the Children’s Rights Alliance, the ISPCC and Campaign for Children, has been formally launched today in Dublin. This follows the Government announcement that the Children’s Referendum will be held on Saturday 10 November 2012. The four organisations are proud to announce that they will work together as Yes for Children, to campaign for a YES vote.
Yes for Children Welcomes Referendum Wording
19 September 2012
Yes for Children ( Barnardos, the Children’s Rights Alliance, the ISPCC and Campaign for Children) warmly welcomes the publication of the Bill to enable the holding of a Children’s Referendum on November 10. We fully support the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Frances Fitzgerald TD, in her determination to build the maximum consensus in support of the Referendum, and we will do all in our power to assist that process in any way we can.
'Bikers for Barnardos' raise over €4,000
17 September 2012
Barnardos would like to say a huge THANK YOU to “Bikers for Barnardos” who organised a motorcycle Run from Cork to Kerry, taking in Glengarrif, the scenic Healy Pass and finishing in Kenmare town.
The group raised a fantastic €4,270 for the Barnardos Brighter Future Project in Knocknaheeny.
'Exploring Adoption' course from Barnardos Post Adoption Service: 4 Oct 2012
13 September 2012
Barnardos Post Adoption Service is running 'Exploring Adoption', a four-session course for adopted adults, starting 4 October 2012 in Kilmainham, Dublin.
Best Will in the World Week – October 22nd- 26th 2012
13 September 2012
Avail of a will consultation for just €50 with your local participating solicitor during Best Will in the World Week 2012 and leave a lasting gift to Barnardos.
New referendum will give us chance to say that our children matter
13 September 2012
Barnardos CEO Fergus Finlay the Irish Examiner discussing the upcoming Children’s Referendum saying it “will give us the chance to say that we demand, on behalf of all our children now and into the future, that childhood is genuinely valued
as something that is fundamental, unique, and fragile. It will enable us to say that we want our children protected, respected, and heard.”
Barnardos Training and Resource Service Open Day - 26th Sept 2012
12 September 2012
On Wednesday 26th September, Barnardos Training and Resource Service will be holding an open day in our library in Christchurch Square, Dublin 8 between 10am and 4pm. The whole team will be here to offer you help and support, or feel free to just pop in to say hello and have a browse around.
Run the Cork Evening Echo Women’s Mini Marathon for Barnardos
07 September 2012
Coming to the streets of Cork… The 31st Cork Evening Echo Women’s Mini Marathon takes place on Sunday, September 16th at 1pm. This year they are expecting record numbers to take part and we’d love if you were one of them! The closing date for online entries is midnight Sunday, September 9th and it costs only €12 to take part. When you’ve signed up let us know so we can send you out your Barnardos Mini Marathon pack.
We're currently going through the results and reading your many interesting and insightful comments. We'll have the findings soon - sign up to Barnardos Campaigns today to be among the first to get them.
The Morgan Sparrow Memorial Spin
07 September 2012
The annual Lucan Cycling Road Club and Air Corps hosted event - Around the Mountains - will be held this year on Saturday 15th September and Barnardos is the nominated charity!
We're currently going through the results and reading your many interesting and insightful comments. We'll have the findings soon - sign up to Barnardos Campaigns today to be among the first to get them.
CSO Figures Highlight Stark Reality for Families with Children
06 September 2012
CSO figures released today show the urgent need to ensure the protection of children in Budget 2013. Children’s charity Barnardos said that the figures, a thematic compilation of statistics on child poverty based on the CSO’s Survey on Income and Living Standards from 2004 to 2010, provide evidence to back up the real life experiences of families across Ireland.
'Learning for Life' project with Easons Ireland
06 September 2012
Barnardos is thrilled to be part of the Eason Ireland new ‘Learning for Life’ initiative which will support a series of our literacy programmes including after school and homework clubs.
Eason, through their loyalty card scheme, has donated €20,000 to the programme which will focus on working with children aged five to 12 to help them improve their ability to learn. Helping children to develop their skills of reading and writing is giving them the most essential toolkit for life – we are so grateful to Eason for the support.
Barnardos Library New Arrivals - September 2012
05 September 2012
September 2012: Latest additions to the Barnardos library collection. All the listed resources are available for members to borrow and for non-members to consult in the library.
Hertz Europe Fun Run: Thanks
30 August 2012
Our friends at Hertz Europe Service Centre were in great spirits despite the rain last week at their charity fun run for Barnardos and Focus Ireland. Staff made a huge effort despite the soggy conditions and a fun day was had by all! Thanks to everyone who took part, we really appreciate the support!
Barnardos Submission into National Children and Young People Policy Framework
30 August 2012
Following a long consultation process, the Minister for Children, Frances Fitzgerald, sought submissions to influence the development of a National Children’s Strategy for the period 2012 – 2017, building on the previous strategy. Covering a wide range of issues relating the children, the National Children and Young People Policy Framework will form the basis of child related policy development for the Government in the coming years.
Barnardos Submission: Review of Legislation on Prostitution
30 August 2012
Barnardos is a member of the Turn Off the Red Light campaign. We responded to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality call for submissions on the ‘Review of Legislation on Prostitution’ in August 2012.
The Barnardos Buggy Push sponsored by Dettol is a 5km challenge for people with babies and young children and is suitable for fun runners, walkers and more serious athletes to enjoy while their baby is happy being pushed in their buggy!
Online registration is now open and all who register in advance will receive a timing chip and an exclusive week-by-week training plan.
Free laundry at the Electric Picnic with Hotpoint and Barnardos
29 August 2012
Our friends at Hotpoint are providing an extremely handy service at the Electric Picnic: free laundry in the family campsite! They'll be operating all weekend and asking for small donations for the service, all of which will go to Barnardos. Freshen up, get the mud off your festival gear and support Barnardos at the same time!
Get your Festival Chic at the Electric Picnic with Barnardos Pop Up Shop
28 August 2012
We're going to Electric Picnic! For the first time ever you can visit Barnardos Pop Up Shop in the Global Green area at the Electric Picnic Music and Arts Festival taking place at Stradbally, Co Laois from 31 August - 2nd September.
Win a Mini, with BB’s Coffee & Muffins
21 August 2012
We are delighted to announce the launch of a new fundraising initiative with bb’s coffee & muffins. For a four week period from August 20th, bb’s coffee & muffins will make a €1 donation to Barnardos from every box of its new Mini Muffins sold.
Mums Get Ready for The Barnardos Buggy Push!
14 August 2012
This Saturday 18th August mums are invited to come to a FREE BabyBodyFit training class in the Phoenix Park and get ready for the Barnardos Buggy Push sponsored by Dettol, a 5km challenge suitable for fun runners, walkers and more serious athletes. Babies and toddlers are welcome to come too.
TV3's Xposé Feature Designer Finds from Barnardos Shops
13 August 2012
Shopping on a budget? Pop into one of Barnardos 7 shops in Cork, Wexford, Carlow and Dublin and discover amazing designer treasures amongst our rails of women’s wear, handbags, shoes & accessories. TV3’s Xposé visited us lately and styled some great looks. A Ralph Lauren olive green dress for €25, an Escada jacket for €45, a Ted Baker top for €25… other designers featured included John Rocha, YSL and Victoria Beckham.
Barnardos Offices and Services Closed for 1 Week
13 August 2012
In order to save costs and protect Barnardos services to children and families, all Barnardos offices and centres are closed for one week starting today, 13th August 2012.
Moonlight Trekking for Barnardos!
10 August 2012
Our Full Moon Trek in Carlingford is back and will take place on Saturday, 29th September!
Help change the lives of children all over Ireland by joining us for an amazing 10Km evening hike on Slieve Foye, Carlingford during the full phase of the moon. Afterwards there’ll be a BBQ, music and craic at Carlingford’s famous Taaffe's Castle. It’ll be a night to remember!
Barnardos Library – New Arrivals December 2012
02 August 2012
New resources from the Barnardos Libarary added in December 2012.
Parents Hit Out At Steep School Costs in Barnardos School Cost Survey 2012
31 July 2012
987 parents responding to Barnardos’ School Costs Survey 2012 have expressed frustration and anger at the continued high costs of sending children to school
United Drug staff get off to a great start!
31 July 2012
United Drug staff in Citywest got off to a fantastic start with their fundraising this month by holding a charity car wash and bake off! They have set their sites high and now have a daily reminder of their fundraising target for Barnardos located in the staff canteen in this fantastic barometer! Our thanks to Dunmar Press who donated and designed this for the team at United Drug. We’re sure at this rate they are going to smash that target!
Combines 4 Charity Break World Record
30 July 2012
Thank you to the 208 combine harvesters who set a new Guinness World Record on Saturday in Duleek, county Meath. They travelled from every corner of Ireland to participate in the challenge and to help raise funds for four charities: Barnardos, Self Help Africa, The National Rehabilitation Trust and the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre.
Barnardos would also like to say a huge thank you to each and every one, who made it happen, in spite of the weather - the combine drivers, the thousands of spectators, members of the local community who volunteered and of course the amazing organising committee Combines 4 Charity!!!
Footprints Bookshop
30 July 2012
Footprints Bookshop on Talbot Street in Dublin have very kindly offered to donate 10 cent to Barnardos for every €1.00 spent in the month of August. Be sure to like their facebook page and then go pay them a visit!
A Handle on Homophones
30 July 2012
A Handle on Homophones has been written to improve pupils’ knowledge, comprehension and spelling of a wide range of common homophones. Each homophone group (e.g. their, they're, there and to, two, too) is presented through a poem, which is followed by an explanation of the homophones and several stimulating pupil activities.
Supporting your child’s return to school after a death
30 July 2012
Supporting your child’s return to school after a death
While the summer holidays are a joyous time for most children unfortunately for some it can be marked by a death in the family. Today we have some useful tips for parents, extended family and school teachers to help them support the family and children on the return to school after the loss of family member.
Parenting Support Morning from Barnardos Post Adoption Service: 23 Nov 2012
27 July 2012
Barnardos Post Adoption Service is running a parenting support morning for adoptive parents on 23 Nov 2012, in Kilmainham, Dublin. Call or email Barnardos to book your place.
The Barnardos Buggy Push sponsored by Dettol is a 5km challenge for people with babies and young children and is suitable for fun runners, walkers and more serious athletes to enjoy while their baby is happy being pushed in their buggy!
Online registration is now open and all who register in advance will receive a timing chip and an exclusive week-by-week training plan.
Barnardos School Costs Survey Now Closed
26 July 2012
The 2012 Barnardos School Costs Survey has now closed - thanks so much to all who filled it out. A staggering 986 parents took the time to complete it, and we're very grateful to you all.
We're currently going through the results and reading your many interesting and insightful comments. We'll have the findings soon - sign up to Barnardos Campaigns today to be among the first to get them.
Another Step to Improving Standards for Children
25 July 2012
Barnardos welcomes today’s publication of the ‘National Standards for the Protection and Welfare of Children’ by HIQA. These standards will be applicable to all HSE services working directly with vulnerable families and children including family support, social work services, child protection services and aftercare.
Countdown to Combines 4 Charity World Record Attempt
24 July 2012
Combines 4 Charity today announced that the world record attempt will go ahead this Saturday coming, 28th July 2012 in Duleek, County Meath. Visit www.combines4charity.com
Barnardos School Costs Survey: Last Chance
24 July 2012
Our School Costs Survey closes tomorrow, so if you haven't already completed it, now's your chance! We've had an amazing response, with over 900 parents filling it out so far. Please share it with your friends and help us continue to spread the word. The more responses we get, the stronger our case.
Barnardos Welcomes Vision for Reform of Child Welfare and Protection Services
20 July 2012
20 July 2012: Barnardos has welcomed today’s publication of the Report of the Task Force on the Child and Family Support Agency. Following the launch of the report in Dublin Castle, the children’s charity said that the Task Force has set out a robust roadmap for change in child welfare and protection, capturing the learning from past failings and setting Ireland on a path towards a system that truly puts children first.
Means Testing Child Benefit Will Reinforce Poverty Traps for Families, Barnardos
19 July 2012
Dublin, 19 July 2012 – Children’s charity Barnardos has spoken out against IMF proposals to means test Child Benefit. Following the publication of the IMF’s annual review, Barnardos urged the Government to move beyond the kind of short term changes that have characterised successive budgets and towards meaningful reform of the child income supports system, focusing on protecting children from poverty and supporting parents in employment.
Burnout Modified Car Show
18 July 2012
Burnout is holding a modified car show at the Lakeside Manor Hotel in Virgina Co. Cavan on the 28th of July from 1pm till 5pm. The event is being organised by 19 year old Jamie O’Rourke who wants to prove that not all modified car owners are “boy racers”. Most, like Jamie, are just enthusiastic car owners who are more than happy to support a good cause!
There’ll be live action, show & shine, trade stands and spot prizes at the event. Entry is free for all show cars, motorbikes AND spectators, meaning you have no excuse not to go along and throw some money in the Barnardos collection buckets!
Vocalize - Concert in Thurles, 1st Sept
18 July 2012
Vocalize is 7 member choral group, featuring of some of Thurles town’s finest young singers singing 4 part harmonies under the musical directorship of Miss Geraldine Delaney. The group are holding a concert in The Source Arts Centre, Thurles, on Saturday 1st September at 8.15 pm. In this, their first full concert, audiences can expect everything from rock and roll, classic 60’s hits and movie soundtracks through to the Broadway and West End stage all performed in their inimitable close harmony style and backed by a six piece band. Tickets are €15 and can be purchased online at www.thesourceartscentre.ie or by calling 0504 90204.
Together Alone
18 July 2012
David Tobin (violin) and Máire Carroll (piano) will give an evening concert in the John Field Room, National Concert Hall on 21st August at 8 pm.
The two performers, aged 17 and 20 years old respectively, will give a violin and piano recital with music by Bach, Beethoven, Franck and Scriabin. Tickets are €15 (concessions: €10) and available to book online at www.nch.ie
Barnardos Bereavement Service Features in Irish Times: HealthPlus
18 July 2012
Valerie Kelly, Head of Barnardos Bereavement Counselling Service for Children spoke to the Irish Times Health Plus for a special feature entitled Bereaved young need to take part in grieving
Bikers for Barnardos
18 July 2012
“Bikers for Barnardos” are a group of motor cycle enthusiasts who are organising a bike run from Cork to Kenmare on the 19th August. The 150 strong team are raising money for the Barnardos Brighter Futures Centre in Knocknaheeny, Co. Cork. Sign on time is 11am with the run leaving at 12pm sharp from the greyhound track in Curraheen, Bishopstown. Taking the scenic route through Glengarrif and Healy Pass the run finishes in Kenmare town and promises to be a great ride and a great fundraising event for Barnardos!
Fun Family event in Portlaoise, in aid of Barnardos – Sun 29th July
18 July 2012
Caroline Bergin Property Management are calling on walkers and cyclists in the Portlaoise region to join them on Sunday July 29th for a fancy dress 5k Walk or Cycle!
There will be street entertainers, face painting and a free BBQ with music by Na Fianna, all taking place in Kilminchy Court on the Dublin Road at 3pm. We hope you can join in the fun and help raise some vital funds for Barnardos!
Push Your Baby’s Buggy to Fitness!
13 July 2012
Mum and international model Alison Canavan and her two year old son James helped us to launch the Barnardos Buggy Push which will take place in the Phoenix Park on Sunday 2nd September.
The Barnardos Buggy Push sponsored by Dettol is a 5km challenge for people with babies and young children and is suitable for fun runners, walkers and more serious athletes to enjoy while their baby is happy being pushed in their buggy!
Online registration is now open and all who register in advance will receive a timing chip and an exclusive week-by-week training plan.
Barnardos 2012 School Costs Survey open now
09 July 2012
Our annual School Costs Survey is now open - if you are a parent of a school-age child, take this opportunity to share the real cost of 'free' education and to send your comments to the Dept of Education.
“Talking About Adoption” - a workshop for adoptive parents
04 July 2012
“Talking About Adoption” is a workshop for adoptive parents from Barnardos Post-Adoption Service, taking place in October 2012. Registration is open now.
Marketing Tactics before Children’s Welfare
03 July 2012
Dublin, 3rd July 2012, Barnardos is shocked at the advertising flyer distributed by two Centra stores in Dublin highlighting special offers including alcohol under the banner of ‘Children’s Allowance Day Deals’. This is irresponsible marketing and sends out the wrong message to families on what Child Benefit is designed to do – assist with the costs of raising children.
Barnardos Op Ed in TheJournal.ie: Children are not this society’s priority
26 June 2012
Catherine Joyce, Advocacy Manager with Barnardos, has an opinion piece in TheJournal.ie entitled 'Children, especially vulnerable ones, are not this society’s priority'
New Titles in Barnardos Library: June 2012
22 June 2012
New books and publications from the Barnardos Library
Referendum is once in a lifetime opportunity to finally get things right for children
21 June 2012
Dublin, 21 June – Barnardos has welcomed Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore’s confirmation that a Referendum on children’s rights will be held this autumn. The children’s charity said that the announcement was timely in light of yesterday’s report on the deaths of children involved in the care system whose short lives so tragically highlighted Ireland’s ongoing failure to adequately prioritise children.
United Drug launch fantastic partnership with Barnardos!
21 June 2012
On Friday 15th June, United Drug launched their charity partnership with Barnardos at their Head office in Citywest. After a staff vote, Barnardos were delighted to have been chosen as their charity of choice and we are looking forward to a busy schedule of events over the coming year.
Hertz staff choose to partner with Barnardos
21 June 2012
Barnardos are delighted to have been chosen as one of Hertz Europe Service Centre's "Charities of Choice".
“We know what needs to happen, we now need to do it”
20 June 2012
Dublin, 20 June 2012 – Barnardos’ CEO, Fergus Finlay, has extended his deepest sympathies to the families, friends, foster families and professionals who knew and worked with the 196 children and young people involved in the care system whose deaths were investigated by the Independent Child Death Review Group.
Case Study: Emily's Story
12 June 2012
My name is Joanna and I am a project worker in Barnardos. I would like to share a story with you about Emily, a girl who first came to Barnardos a few months ago. Emily was a 5-year-old who didn’t like going to school, never brushed her teeth and didn’t eat vegetables. Just like many other children you know – except Emily’s story is different.
You Can Help Improve the Lives of Children
11 June 2012
Frances Fitzgerald TD, Minister for Department of Children and Youth Affairs today launched a nationwide consultation process. She wants your help in developing plans to improve the lives of children and young people.
Curtains Close on Barnardos Mystery Cash Donor
07 June 2012
Thursday, 7 June 2012 – The case of the mystery curtain donor has been solved. The lady who had donated the distinctive pair of curtains last Wednesday lunchtime to Barnardos has returned to the Rathmines’ charity shop.
The shop team instantly recognised the woman and after she correctly described the curtain pattern are completely satisfied that she is the rightful owner of the cash.
Barnardos Suits the Wexford Opera Festival!
06 June 2012
Barnardos are delighted to partner with the Wexford Opera Festival 2012. Barnardos is selling brand new dress suits to offer people an affordable way to dress up for the Opera while benefiting the children and families Barnardos works with. Dress suits cost just €65 and are available through our shops.
Curtain Re-Call in Barnardos Rathmines
05 June 2012
A large sum of cash was found tucked pinned inside the lining of a pair of curtains that were donated to the Barnardos charity shop in Rathmines last week.
The team in Barnardos’ shop on Lower Rathmines Road say that the donation was made by a lady on Wednesday, 30 May last at approximately 1.30pm. They are calling for the donor to get in touch with the shop manager.
Barnardos Wedding Favours
31 May 2012
Choosing Barnardos Wedding Favours on your wedding day will make a real difference to the lives of the children and families we work with.
Barnardos is Folens Charity of Choice!
31 May 2012
We are delighted to announce that Folens, Ireland’s leading educational publisher, has chosen Barnardos as their charity of choice and will be donating funds in support of Barnardos Best Choice programmes for the next three years.
Airtricity Clean Up
31 May 2012
A big thank you to our fantastic Airtricity Volunteers who lent a hand in January to help brighten up our Barnardos centre in Tallaght, by painting it from top to bottom!
Donate your unwanted vouchers to Barnardos in Tesco stores!
31 May 2012
Shoppers can support Barnardos, by donating their unwanted Tesco for Schools and Clubs vouchers.
Let the Children Be - single on sale in aid of Barnardos
30 May 2012
Let the Children Be single from Suzanne Carroll and Leslie Downdall is now available. Let the Children Be was recorded in the Crystal Charity Concert in Clanard Court Hotel, Athy, Co. Kildare on 29th March 2012. The song is available to buy on iTunes and a portion of the proceeds will be split between Barnardos and Laura Lynn Children Hospice Foundation. The single only costs 99c, 25c of which will go towards Barnardos in aid of building a better future for children in Ireland.
Polar Circle Buddies
30 May 2012
Barnardos supporters Sarah Robson and Ruth Whelan are doing the Polar Circle Marathon in Greenland in October 2012 - they'll be the first Irish women ever to take on this challenge. The Polar Circle Buddies also includes Ronan Flood, making him only the third Irish man to attempt the race.
Head2Head Challenge
30 May 2012
Best of luck to everyone taking part in the Head2Head cycling challenge that starts this Thursday, 29th May.
Almost 100 cyclists, lead by Kevin Feeney and Neal Collins, will cycle the full length of Ireland. The cycle takes place over seven days with each cyclist covering approximately 100km per day, from Malin Head in Donegal to Mizen Head in Cork, taking in Sligo, Mayo, Clare, Limerick and Kerry.
As one of the chosen charities Barnardos are delighted to be involved. We are heavily reliant on the generosity and enterprising spirit of groups like those involved in the Head2Head Challenge to help us generate funds. Every mile they pedal and cent they raise will make a difference for the 6,000 children and families that we work with.
www.head2headchallenge.com
Combines 4 Charity
30 May 2012
Combines 4 Charity are a group of cereal farmers from Meath, Louth, and North County Dublin who have raised hundreds of thousands of euros for Irish charities, including Barnardos!
BabyBay.ie
28 May 2012
Barnardos is delighted to partner with BabyBay.ie, a fantastic website where parents and parents-to-be can buy and sell new and used baby clothes and goods online.
Immediate Steps Must be Taken to Ensure Missing Children’s Safety, Barnardos
25 May 2012
Dublin 25 May 2012 – Barnardos has welcomed the establishment of the Child Rescue Ireland Alert (CRI Alert) system launched by An Garda Síochana and the Minister for Justice and Equality this morning. The system will enable the Gardaí to seek the assistance of the public through media and information broadcasters when a child is abducted and deemed to be at risk. The children’s charity said that the system is a positive development that reinforces the collective responsibility all of us share to ensure the protection and safeguarding of children in our society.
Life Style Sports Join the Barnardos Team!
24 May 2012
We are delighted to announce that Barnardos has become the Life Style Sports charity partner for 2012 and 2013. The new partnership hopes to raise up to €60,000 for Barnardos during 2012.
We Owe it to Young People to Build a Better Child Welfare and Protection System
24 May 2012
Press Release, Dublin, 24 May 2012 – Inadequate resources, inconsistent assessment and recording practices, and limited interagency working, continue to result in failure to properly protect children and young people involved with the child welfare and protection system. Children’s charity Barnardos said that the lessons outlined in the six reports published today by the National Review Panel for Serious Incidents & Child Deaths are well known, but that the learning needs to be implemented as a matter of urgency in the context of the ongoing reform of the child welfare and protection system.
State Must Not Abandon Young People Leaving Care
23 May 2012
Press Release, Dublin, 23 May 2012 – Young people leaving the care system are falling through the gaps because of inconsistencies in the availability and quality of services across the country. Calling for the placing of aftercare provision on a statutory footing, children’s charity Barnardos said that many young people’s futures are being put at risk because they are not getting the support they need to move from adolescence to adulthood.
Children First legislation Marks Turning Point in History of Child Protection
27 April 2012
Press release: Barnardos has welcomed the publication of the Heads of the Children First Bill 2012. The children’s charity commended Minister for Children, Frances Fitzgerald, for her ongoing commitment to strengthening measures to protect children at risk of abuse or neglect and said that the publication of the legislation marks a huge step forward in the advancement of Ireland’s child welfare and protection system.
DJs Dermott and Dave Go the Distance for Barnardos
24 April 2012
98FM DJs Dermot Whelan and Dave Moore were put through their paces today by former Miss Universe Roz Purcell in preparation for the Dublin Docklands Fun Run in aid of Barnardos, Ireland’s leading independent children’s charity. The 98FM duo are calling for people living, working or studying in Dublin to sign up today at www.DocklandsRun.ie and go the distance for Barnardos.
Affordable Childcare for All by 2014: Wishing Won’t Get Us There, Minister
24 April 2012
The three organisations behind the 7 Is Too Young campaign have said that they continue to have grave concerns about changes to the One Parent Family Payment as set out in Section 4 of the Social Welfare and Pensions Bill. Following a meeting with Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton yesterday, OPEN, Barnardos and the National Women’s Council of Ireland said that they continue to oppose the removal of the lone parent payment once the youngest child reaches 7 years as set out in the Bill. The group welcomed the Minister’s commitment to developing childcare and after school care in Ireland, but said that they were not convinced that quality childcare of the kind needed can be delivered in the very ambitious timeframe being put forward by the Minister.
Utopian Childcare System Unlikely in the Immediate Future
19 April 2012
OPEN, Barnardos and the National Women’s Council of Ireland have welcomed Minister for Social Protection, Joan Burton’s, acknowledgment that lone parents should not lose the One Parent Family Payment when their youngest child reaches the age of seven unless a comprehensive system of “Scandinavian” style childcare is in place. However, the three organisations continued to express concern with the progression of Section 4 of the Social Welfare Bill containing the proposed changes to the payment without guarantees in place.
SOS - Save our Seven Year Olds
18 April 2012
Passing the Social Welfare Bill in its current format will push more one-parent families into poverty. OPEN, Barnardos and the National Women’s Council of Ireland have expressed serious concerns that proposed changes to the One Parent Family Payment in the Bill will exacerbate already high levels of poverty among these families and entrench poverty traps that prevent lone parents moving from welfare to work. The Bill is due to be debated in the Dáil later today. The measures proposed means that by 2015 all lone parents in receipt of the One Parent Family Payment will be forced on to Job Seekers Allowance once their youngest child reaches the age of 7.
Ireland’s Toddlers Take to the Streets!
17 April 2012
TV presenter Laura Woods and her toddler Ben Arigho today joined Barnardos to launch the ninth DANONE BIG TODDLE for BARNARDOS and to call on mums, dads, grandparents, parenting groups and crèches to register their toddlers now on www.barnardos.ie. The DANONE BIG TODDLE for BARNARDOS is a fun sponsored walk for toddlers and an enjoyable way to raise funds to support the vital work that Barnardos does with children and families in communities all over Ireland.
“Minister, I’m 7. Who’s going to mind me?”
05 April 2012
OPEN, Barnardos and the National Women’s Council of Ireland have expressed serious concern at proposals to change the One Parent Family Payment (OPFP) outlined in the Social Welfare Bill, published today. The three organisations said that measures in the Bill to cease the payment of the OPFP to lone parents once their child reaches the age of 7 were regressive and counterproductive.
Barnardos Director of Advocacy - Fine Gael Ardfheis
04 April 2012
Barnardos’ Director of Advocacy, Norah Gibbons, took part in a panel discussion on ‘Child Protection in a New Era’ at the Fine Gael Ard Fheis on March 30th, 2012.
Barnardos and One Family launch much needed Service for Children and Separated Parents in Ireland
02 April 2012
A new service for children whose parents are separated and who are unable to agree safe and appropriate arrangements for contact was launched today by Minister for Children Frances Fitzgerald, TD. The first-of-its kind in Ireland, the Child Contact Centre service provided by Barnardos, Ireland’s leading independent children’s charity, and One Family, Ireland’s leading organisation for one-parent families, is operating on a two year pilot in three locations in Dublin: Ballymun, Clondalkin and Tallaght.
Barnardos Welcomes Announcement Ending Detention of Under 18s in St. Patrick’s
02 April 2012
Barnardos has welcomed announcements from the Department of Children and Youth Affairs that boys aged 16 and 17 who are newly remanded or sentenced from the 1st May 2012 will only be detained at the Children Detention Schools in Oberstown, ending the practice of sending young people under the age of 18 to St. Patrick’s Institution. The children’s charity also welcomed the approval of €50 million in capital funding to develop the National Children Detention Facility Project at Oberstown. Barnardos’ CEO, Fergus Finlay , commended the Minister for Children, Frances Fitzgerald, for making substantial strides towards the improved treatment of children in the criminal justice system.
Miriam O'Callaghan Celebrates Barnardos Volunteers
15 March 2012
Well known Irish television and radio presenter, Miriam O’Callaghan presented awards to two inspiring volunteers, Leonard Brown and Abdul Ali Hassan, at the annual Barnardos Volunteer Awards today, in recognition of their dedication and determination to help make a difference in people’s lives. The Barnardos Awards are sponsored by one of Ireland’s leading IT Companies, Softech, and celebrate the spirit and contribution of some 300 volunteers of all ages and walks of life who dedicate so much of their time to support Barnardos work with children and families throughout Ireland.
Barnardos: Child’s Play is Vital to Building Literacy and Numeracy
06 March 2012
The Minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn, TD, will launch Barnardos latest publication ‘Early Literacy and Numeracy Matters: Enriching Literacy and Numeracy Experiences in Early Childhood’ today, highlighting the importance of providing challenging and interesting literacy and numeracy experiences for babies, toddlers and young children so as to enrich and develop their knowledge potential.
Once in a generation opportunity to get it right for children
28 February 2012
Services for children and families in Ireland must work together more effectively if Ireland’s child welfare and protection system is to work better for children. At their conference, Children at the Centre: The Future for Child Welfare and Protection in Ireland, today Barnardos said that the lack of joined up thinking has created silos in service provision that leave many children at sea when it comes to getting the support they need.
Children are going hungry and cold; it cannot be allowed to continue: Barnardos
15 February 2012
Families with children are suffering the worst consequences of the recession. In response to the CSO’s Quarterly National Household Survey, Ireland's leading independent children’s charity Barnardos has said that successive budgets have squeezed family incomes to such an extent that many are now going without essentials such as electricity, clothing and food.
Barnardos: Better Supports Needed for Children Affected by Parental Substance Misuse
07 February 2012
Barnardos has welcomed the Steering Group Report on a National Substance Misuse Strategy published today. The children’s charity said that the inclusion of a section on children affected by parental drinking was a particularly significant development and echoed the Group’s recommendation for the development of a whole-family approach that includes the provision of supports and services directly to children affected by parental substance misuse.
Metro Herald Readers Choose Barnardos To Avail Of €100,000 In Advertising Support
07 February 2012
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading independent children’s charity, has been voted the charity of choice by Metro Herald readers for 2012. Barnardos was chosen by over 500 readers through Urban Life, the newspaper’s online readership survey to be Metro Herald’s chosen charity for 2012. Barnardos will now receive over €100,000 worth of advertising space and on-going editorial support to help the charity promote the work they do with children and families, their fundraising drives and campaigns in Ireland.
DEIS Evaluations Welcome But No Room for Complacency in Supports for Disadvantaged Children: Barnardos
13 January 2012
Three evaluations of DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) published today prove the need for continued resourcing of schools with high concentrations of students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Ireland's leading independent children’s charity, Barnardos said that while the reports issued by the Educational Research Centre (ERC) and the Department of Education Inspectorate indicate that implementation of DEIS needs to be improved, the overall findings prove both the success and necessity of continuing supports for children coping with educational disadvantage.
Children’s Futures the Real Victims of School Cuts
12 January 2012
Government must reverse education cuts affecting DEIS schools in the best interests of children living in disadvantage. Welcoming the review announced by Minister for Education, Ruairi Quinn TD, to look at the impact of cuts to teacher numbers in DEIS schools, Barnardos said that the cuts would have far reaching implications for both individual students and society as whole. The children’s charity said it was concerned that these cuts would undo the progress made in many schools working in some of the most disadvantaged communities in Ireland and hinder the effective roll out of the National Literacy and Numeracy Strategy.
Charitable Resolutions for a New You in 2012
04 January 2012
Your Unwanted Christmas Gift can make a Difference to a Child’s life!
03 January 2012
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity today launched its Unwanted Christmas Gifts Appeal, to encourage people to donate their unwanted Christmas presents to Barnardos Shops, and help change a child’s life for the better today!
“Reduction of the Earnings Disregard will Create Further Poverty Traps for Lone Parents”: Barnardos, OPEN, NWCI
08 December 2011
Santa’s Green Grotto to Benefit Barnardos
07 December 2011
Next Two Years Look Very Bleak for Vulnerable Children: Barnardos
06 December 2011
Dublin, 6 December 2011 – Barnardos has welcomed the Government’s decision to increase the Universal Social Charge exemption level from €4,004 to €10,036, removing 330,000 people from the USC net. The children’s charity said that this would go some way to relieving financial pressure on those engaged in low paid, part-time and seasonal employment.
Mean Spirit of Budget 2012 will Haunt Low Income Families
05 December 2011
Barnardos: Audits Show Good Work Done, More To Do
30 November 2011
“Don’t Make Things Worse for Children in Budget 2012”
30 November 2011
“Parents can give love freely but other things cost money”: Budget 2012 Must be Poverty Proofed to Ensure Children are Protected, Barnardos
16 November 2011
Barnardos Santa Dash: Running in a Winter Wonderland!
10 November 2011
Barnardos: Brutal Top Line Cuts to Public Services for Children are False Economy
03 November 2011
9th President of Ireland Must Embody Renewed Vision for Childhood
18 October 2011
What Will You Be? RTÉ 2fm Dress Up for Barnardos
10 October 2011
Minister Launches New Resource to Support Children Impacted by a Parent’s Problem Drug or Alcohol Use
10 October 2011
Barnardos 2011 Presidential Debate
30 September 2011
Barnardos: Separated Children are Children First, Asylum Seekers Second'
28 September 2011
Barnardos Hopeful New Handbook will Support Reform of Child Protection System
22 September 2011
Sign up to our Best Will in the World Week campaign
19 September 2011
Trek into the heart of Native America with Barnardos
14 September 2011
Barnardos Seminar: Key Issues in HR
13 September 2011
Poverty Measures not Reflecting Children's Experience of Deprivation: Barnardos and Society of Vincent de Paul
12 September 2011
Barnardos Supports Call to Tackle School Absenteeism for 4 and 5 Year Olds
30 August 2011
Barnardos Service Extended to Offer Support to Young Parents in Enniscorthy
30 August 2011
Barnardos Concerned about Delay of Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance payments
24 August 2011
Barnardos Concerned at Cumulative Effect of Enlarging Class Sizes
04 August 2011
HSE Must Respond to Social Worker Concerns: Barnardos
02 August 2011
Children are being priced out of the market when it comes to education: Barnardos
02 August 2011
Saving Childhood Group Welcomes Children First: National Guidance
15 July 2011
Nothing Can be Left to Chance in Child Protection: Barnardos
15 July 2011
Cloyne Proves Stronger Laws Needed to Protect Children
13 July 2011
Help Barnardos find the Real Cost of School
12 July 2011
Full Moon Trek 2012: Cancelled
04 July 2011
Barnardos Condemns Cuts to Special Needs Assistant Posts
22 June 2011
Barnardos Congratulates EPIC Research and Rebranding
17 June 2011
“Child and Family Friendly Approach Needed in Public Sector”: Barnardos
01 June 2011
Saving Childhood group marks 2nd anniversary of Ryan Report
20 May 2011
Barnardos App Provides In Your Pocket Support for Parents
27 April 2011
Ending Child Poverty Must be a Priority
19 April 2011
Death of Children in Care Proves The Need for a More Holistic Approach to Services
05 April 2011
Giving up Their Time to Help Others
25 March 2011
Children First at Last
10 March 2011
Care System should Provide Second Chance for Children
03 March 2011
Ireland’s Toddlers Make their Steps Count for Children
28 February 2011
Barnardos Announces Support and Information Meeting for Fathers whose Children were Adopted
25 February 2011
Barnardos Launch New Guide to Child Protection
22 February 2011
President of Ireland Mary McAleese opens Barnardos new Child and Family Centre
10 February 2011
BARNARDOS CALLS FOR REFORM OF CHILD WELFARE AND PROTECTION SYSTEM
08 February 2011
Clean Bill of Health for Barnardos Rubycard Prepaid MasterCard
26 January 2011
Opportunity Now For Dail to Give Children in Care a Right to Quality Aftercare Services
10 January 2011
Unwanted Gifts Make all the Difference
06 January 2011
Development of Out-of-Hours Social Services Must be Priority, Barnardos
21 December 2010
Barnardos Welcomes Appointment of HSE National Director for Child and Family Services
15 December 2010
OECD Report Shows Lack of Political Priority for Children
08 December 2010
No Bailout for Children as Government Digs Deep into Families’ Pockets
07 December 2010
Children and Families at Breaking Point, Barnardos
02 December 2010
Children and Families at Breaking Point, Barnardos
Government Has Abandoned Children
25 November 2010
Families Shoulder the Burden for Securing our Future, Barnardos.
24 November 2010
Barnardos ‘Pop Up’ Shop at Xpose Xmas Experience – RDS, 19th-21st of November
16 November 2010
Children Cast Adrift by Failure in Aftercare Provision, Barnardos
15 November 2010
CHILDREN WITH NOTHING LEFT TO GIVE SHOULD BE LEFT ALONE IN BUDGET 2011 SAYS BARNARDOS
11 November 2010
Santa Wants You! Make a Dash and Create Some Magic for Vulnerable Children this Christmas
09 November 2010
“In Light of the A and B Report, Cutbacks to Frontline Services Make No Sense” Saving Childhood Group tell TDs
28 October 2010
A and B Report Provides Further Evidence of Need for Key Child Protection Reforms, says Barnardos
27 October 2010
Barnardos Launch 2010 Teddy Bear Appeal with Tour America
26 October 2010
Get in Gear and XLR8 for Barnardos!
26 October 2010
The Poor Can't Pay
18 October 2010
Inspirational Farmers Return with A Monster Challenge!
06 October 2010
Age Appropriate Care for Children with Mental Illness Essential
06 October 2010
Children Have Paid Enough
05 October 2010
“Build better communities not bigger prisons” – IPRT, Barnardos and IAYPIC
23 September 2010
Barnardos’ Response to the Interim Report of the Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children
17 September 2010
Barnardos responds to Committee's recommendations on children
Become a World Record Breaker at The Big Buggy Push for Barnardos!
25 August 2010
Barnardos Appeals for Public's Help to Prevent Project Closures
17 August 2010
Cost of Sending Children to School has Increased, says Children’s Charity
26 July 2010
“Full power of law must be put behind protection of vulnerable children” - Barnardos
14 July 2010
Majority Support Referendum on Children's Rights
22 June 2010
CHILD DEATHS: NO MORE EXCUSES, NO MORE DELAY
04 June 2010
Saving Childhood Ryan
20 May 2010
Ombudsman for Children finds an A La Carte Implementation of Children First
11 May 2010
Sheana Goes the Distance for Barnardos!
25 March 2010
Group Appointed by Minister Outline Intentions for Child Death Reviews
09 March 2010
Don’t Leave Children Behind Before They Begin - Barnardos
04 March 2010
Untimely Death of TF Proves Action to Improve Care System Long Overdue
03 March 2010
Barnardos Condemns "Dismal" Mental Health Care for Children
01 March 2010
2010 Must Be the Year Ireland Stands Up for Children's Rights
16 February 2010
Barnardos Shows Support for new HSE Children's Director
11 February 2010
Duplicate of Realisation of Children's Rights in Sight - Charities welcome announcement by Deputy Mary O'Rourke on Constitutional Amendment on Children
11 February 2010
Barnardos First Ever Bridal Sale
07 January 2010
Ombudsman for Children Launches Barnardos Springboard Family Support Project
21 December 2009
Realisation of Children's Rights in Sight - Charities welcome announcement by Deputy Mary O'Rourke on Constitutional Amendment on Children
16 December 2009
Barnardos Welcomes €15 Million Funding for the Ryan Report Implementation Plan
09 December 2009
Worst Not Over for Children as Budget 2010 Offers Little Hope - Barnardos
09 December 2009
Barnardos Presents to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children
08 December 2009
Barnardos Responds to the Commission of Inquiry into the Dublin Diocese
26 November 2009
Ireland's National Plan of Action to Address Female Genital Mutilation - one year since the launch
26 November 2009
Barnardos and Family Support Agency Launch New Online Resource for Teenagers
17 November 2009
Join Barnardos and Take Part in the Largest Santa Dash in Ireland
12 November 2009
Yes / No Campaign
10 November 2009
Joint Response to HIQA Inspection Report into Special Care Unit in Dublin Mid Leinster Region
05 November 2009
Barnardos Launches Training Resource to Tackle Bullying and Domestic Abuse
03 November 2009
Barnardos Call for Greater Protection for Children Online
21 October 2009
Barnardos Appeals for Public's Help to Prevent Project Closures
12 October 2009
Warm up This Winter With Barnardos
06 October 2009
Thurles Shopping Centre Raises Vital Funds for Barnardos
17 September 2009
A Truly Civic Phenomenon
17 September 2009
Barnardos Workshop for Adoptive Parents
17 September 2009
They Did It! Combines4Charity Treble Guinness World Record
14 September 2009
Children's Organisations Express Concern at Lack of Out-Of-Hours Services
08 September 2009
Barnardos Calls on Limerick Ladies to Make a Marathon of Difference
07 September 2009
Barnardos Calls on Cork Ladies to Make a Marathon of Difference
07 September 2009
Manchester United ‘Top’ Barnardos’ League
18 August 2009
76% of Parents in Carlow Unsure Where to Get Parenting Support
18 August 2009
Make history in Dingle for Barnardos
11 August 2009
Back to School Breaks the Bank for Parents Struggling to Meet High Costs of ‘Free’ Education
31 July 2009
Barnardos Welcomes Long-Called for Placement of Children First on Statutory Footing
28 July 2009
Experience The Ultimate Bridal Event
21 July 2009
Experience The Ultimate Bridal Event
21 July 2009
Barnardos Deeply Concerned at Suggested Merger of Ombudsman For Children's Office
16 July 2009
Vulnerable Children Cannot Take More Cuts
16 July 2009
Firefighters Use Pedal Power for Barnardos
10 July 2009
Irish Farmers Set to Harvest Guinness World Record
07 July 2009
Ready Teddy Go!
29 June 2009
Barnardos Report Details Positive Outcomes for Families in South Tipperary
11 June 2009
Barnardos Supports March of Solidarity for survivors of institutional Child Abuse
05 June 2009
Never Again!
26 May 2009
Voice of Children must never be silenced again
20 May 2009
Barnardos welcomes integration of education services
19 May 2009
Barnardos welcomes GAL publication
19 May 2009
Barnardos Calls on Government to Adequately Resource Staffing for Social Care Services
14 May 2009
"Cuts in Education Will Cost Vulnerable Children their Futures" Barnardos
13 May 2009
Barnardos Welcomes Committee Report
07 May 2009
And They're Off!
01 May 2009
Budget 2009 delivers promise for children and families but hardship in some measures
07 April 2009
Barnardos Shocked at Delay in Children Committee’s Report
02 April 2009
A day to remember for you and your feet!
01 April 2009
Care System Failing Vulnerable Children
01 April 2009
Hook Up with Barnardos in the Indian Himalayas!
30 March 2009
Barnardos: State Must Ensure Adequate Treatment and Monitoring of Sex Offenders to Protect Children
27 March 2009
Supplementary Budget 2009: Barnardos Fears Long-term Costs Outweigh Short-Term Savings
25 March 2009
Barnardos Calls for Full Implementation of New Catholic Church Child Protection Guidelines
24 February 2009
Are You On The Big Toddle Team?
23 February 2009
Cuts in Special Needs Classes a Betrayal of Most Vulnerable and Defenceless Children
11 February 2009
Cyber-bullying Amongst Key Concerns for Children and Parents
10 February 2009
Statement from Norah Gibbons, Chair of Independent Investigation into the Roscommon Child Protection Case
28 January 2009
Barnardos Welcomes Adoption Bill But Calls for Inclusion of Post-adoption Services
23 January 2009
Children’s Organisations Call for Action on Constitutional Amendment
23 January 2009
Children's Voices Must be Heard to Ensure Their Well-Being is Protected
22 January 2009
Investing in a Brighter Future for Children
20 January 2009
Barnardos Welcomes Announcement of Ombudsman for Children Investigation
09 January 2009
Child Protection: "Our responses are still inadequate" Barnardos Says.
08 January 2009
Santa Rides a Red Ducati
16 December 2008
Supporting young mothers in Waterford to stay in school
15 December 2008
Barnardos Supports UNICEF Report Card 08
11 December 2008
Barnardos Calls on Government Not to Row Back on Gains Made in Poverty Reduction
04 December 2008
What a Difference 20,000 Hours Makes
04 December 2008
Barnardos Welcomes Launch of Investigation by Ombudsman for Children
21 November 2008
Ombudsman for Children Launches Barnardos Springboard Family Support Project
19 November 2008
Dashing for Barnardos at Marlay Park
19 November 2008
Grahams Serves Up a Slice of Happiness for Kids This Christmas
19 November 2008
Barnardos has Gift Giving all Wrapped up for Christmas
13 November 2008
President of Ireland Addresses Barnardos’ Tomorrow’s Child Conference
04 November 2008
Minister for Children and Youth Affairs Launches Barnardos’ Tomorrow’s Child Report at Major Two Day Conference
04 November 2008
Treat Vulnerable Children to a Better Starter this Halloween!
04 November 2008
Add just €2 to your dining bill and help dish out brighter futures to vulnerable children and families with Barnardos
Barnardos 'Da Project' highlights important role of fathers in children's lives
30 October 2008
Dr McAleese highlights ‘dangerous blind spot’ of ignoring the role of fathers in their children’s lives
Barnardos Launch Guide to Enhancing Childrens Learning and Development
30 October 2008
Barnardos Launch Guide to Enhancing Childrens Learning and Development
Pioneering the Way Forward for Quality After-School Childcare
30 October 2008
Pioneering the Way Forward for Quality After-School Childcare
Budget 2009 does little to protect vulnerable children – says Barnardos
30 October 2008
Budget 2009 does little to protect vulnerable children – says Barnardos
No Soft Landing for those in poverty – says Barnardos
30 October 2008
No Soft Landing for those in poverty – says Barnardos
Budget 2009- Barnardos urges Government not to further neglect children living in poverty
30 October 2008
Barnardos Statement
Serious Doubts raised over Government’s Commitment to Quality Early Childhood Education and Care
30 October 2008
Doubts raised over Government’s Commitment to Quality Early Childhood Education and Care
Barnardos Brings ‘Budget Chic’ to the South East
30 October 2008
Romance on the High Street as TV3’s Glamorous Presenters Launch Barnardos Bridal Rooms and Boutique
Constitutional Ammendment needed to uphold children's rights
29 October 2008
Barnardos Statement
Referendum on Children's Rights Urgently Needed
29 October 2008
Children's groups urge government to hold children's rights referendum
Children Placed at Serious Risk Due to Lack of Out of Hours Social Care Services
29 October 2008
Lack of out of hours social care service placing children at serious risk
Crippling Back to School Costs Sending Families Into Debt
29 October 2008
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity, is calling on the Government to give all children an equal start when starting or returning to school.
Government Fails to Place Children First Guidelines on Statutory Basis
29 October 2008
Barnardos Statement
test Crippling Back to School Costs Sending Families Into Debt
22 August 2008
Response to Increase in Children on Psychiatric Assessment Waiting Lists
29 July 2008
Barnardos Statement
Barnardos Urges Government not to Sacrifice ‘Forgotten Communities’ for short-term savings
29 July 2008
John Fitzgerald of the ESRI launches Barnardos Annual Review 2007
Address by Fergus Finlay, Chief Executive, Barnardos at the Launch of Barnardos’ Annual Review 2007
29 July 2008
The economic impact of cut-backs on ‘forgotten communities’ must be fully recognised. More public investment is needed, not less.
Minister Andrews Launches Barnardos’ Guide to Quality Care for Young Children
29 July 2008
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity, today launched its new edition of Supporting Quality: Guidelines for Professional Practice in Early Childhood Services.
‘Léimigí Thart' for Barnardos
29 July 2008
Seachtain na Gaeilge's Ceol '08 is re-released with bonus track by Des Bishop
Children now less safe – robust child protection measures needed
29 July 2008
Barnardos, Ireland's leading children's charity, today called for robust child protection measures to be in place and urged the Oireachtas committee charged with examining the position of children in the Constitution to produce its recommendations.
Lord Mayor and Taoiseach launch new family support initiative for Dublin's North-East inner city
29 July 2008
he Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Paddy Bourke, and An Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, TD, today officially opened Barnardos' latest family support project in Dublin, developed in partnership with Dublin City Council and the Health Service Executive to r
Claire Byrne launches Team Barnardos for Flora Women's Mini- Marathon
29 July 2008
Let's Get Active! with Kellogg's for Barnardos - Women are teaming up for this year's Flora Women's Mini-Marathon - Popular Newstalk radio presenter Claire Byrne rallied with her friends to encourage women to join Barnardos' Mini-Marathon team
Barnardos launches new service for children adopted from overseas and their families
29 July 2008
Barnardos launches its new post adoption service today, the first of its kind in Ireland which provides support to children adopted from abroad, and their families in Ireland.
Barnardos welcomes new facility for young offenders
29 July 2008
Barnardos has welcomed the announcment by the MInister for Children that a new facility is to be developed accommodate young offenders, however
Remarks by Barnardos Chief Executive to the Oireachtas
29 July 2008
Barnardos Chief Executive remarks when presenting our submission on the Children's Rights Referendum to the Joint Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children.
Single children's rights referendum should be priority
29 July 2008
Barnardos' submission to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Constitutional Amendment on Children calls for a range of issues to be dealt with in one referendum.
Budget has limited value to children in poverty
29 July 2008
Barnardos has given a cool reaction to today's Budget. While recognising that resources were tighter this year than previous years, more could have been done for children living in poverty.
Barnardos publish Children's Budget 2008
29 July 2008
Budget needs to target children in poverty as consistent poverty figures go up, says Barnardos.
Helping families through life's challenges
29 July 2008
Family Support Agency and Barnardos publish a range of booklets to support parents as they talk to their children about difficult issues.
One more thing for your Christmas list... Help a child
29 July 2008
Join the joy of giving with this year's AIB Toy Appeal for Barnardos.
Childhood better today but children are less safe according to Barnardos Poll
29 July 2008
Results of Barnardos Childhood Poll 2007 launched - reveals childhood better today but children less safe, according to parents and children.
Separated children vulnerable and need safe accommodation
29 July 2008
Barnardos has underlined the need to provide safe accommodation and care for children arriving in Ireland without a parent or guardian.
Ireland's leading children's charity tells Government,
29 July 2008
Barnardos tells Department of Social and Family Affairs in pre-Budget meeting that they should boost family incomes.
Diamonds are a bear's best friend
29 July 2008
Barnardos launches its 10th annual Bear Appeal with an extra sparkle.
Barnardos publishes a parent's guide to childcare services
29 July 2008
A new guide is published aimed at helping them to select the best quality childcare for their children.
Remarks by Finlay at Beyond Educational Disadvantage launch
09 July 2008
Held at St Patrick's College, Drumcondra, the Barnardos Chief Executive addresses the launch of Beyond Educational Disadvantage.
Barnardos response to 'Mr G' judgment
09 July 2008
'Mr G' judgment is an opportunity to recognise rights of children and rights of fathers, say Barnardos.
Million Euro toddlers
09 July 2008
The Danone Big Toddle for Barnardos raises its millionth Euro!
McElwee Review needs to start at the beginning with Waterford IT
09 July 2008
Case highlights ‘soft information’ and is matter of ‘grave concern’ says Barnardos.
International child protection information
09 July 2008
Barnardos, Ireland’s leading children’s charity, underlined again the need for a comprehensive vetting system and good international protocol.
Finlay speech from Annual Review launch
09 July 2008
Remarks by Fergus Finlay, Chief Executive of Barnardos at the launch of our Annual Review
Needs of vulnerable children
09 July 2008
Tanaiste Brian Cowen launches Barnardos Annual Review 2006
Building Resilience
09 July 2008
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Teddy Bears Picnic
09 July 2008
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09 July 2008
Barnardos responds to Committee's recommendations on children
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