Major football tournaments unite millions in celebration, but they can also coincide with a rise in violence against women behind closed doors, writes Karol Balfe.

In the wake of protests that gripped the country, a global summit offers a chance to break free from oil and gas dependency, if Ireland is willing to act.

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The strikes by Israel and the United States will create even further devastation in places like Palestine and Lebanon

On Tuesday, 10 March, at 6pm in the Academy Plaza, Dublin 1, ActionAid Ireland will host What next for solidarity and justice for Palestine?

Live news, sports, weather and traffic, presented by Audrey Carville and Justin McCarthy.

Niranjali Amerasinghe, Executive Director of ActionAid USA, said: “The Trump administration’s intention to withdraw from the UNFCCC should be seen as part

Climate change is one of, if not the biggest crisis shaping our lives. Yet for most people, the negotiations that happen at COP can feel distant, full of jargon, and happening in a world that feels co...

We get reaction from Brazil and Ireland to the outcome of the UN's climate summit. George Lee, Environment Correspondent and Karol Balfe, Chief Executive of Action Aid Ireland.

Women like Ann are facing violence, fear and injustice every day. Your Christmas gift can provide safety, counselling, legal support and hope for a new beginning.

Da Silva hopes Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) will raise enough money to provide financial incentives to keep forests standing

Da Silva hopes Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) will raise enough money to provide financial incentives to keep forests standing

The Council today approved conclusions on COP30, reinforcing the EU's commitment to keeping 1.5°C within reach, scaling up climate finance and driving global energy transition and adaptation efforts.

We cautiously welcome the Gaza ceasefire announcement after two years of genocide with relentless bombardment, famine, and repeated displacement it brings real hope of peace. ActionAid Ireland CEO, Ka...

Why Ireland must champion Official Development Assistance and women’s rights. Globally aid cuts will dramatically undermine gender equality.

The EU is trying to gut hard fought protections for workers and the environment. Ireland should get in its way, writes Cillian Quinn of ActionAid Ireland.

MSF, Islamic Relief, Save the Children and CARE International are among the aid groups issuing the joint call.

As the world watches in horror and disgust, Israel continues its devastating military campaign in Gaza and accelerates its illegal settlement activities in the West Bank. A new report, published by an...