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Nasc’s Publications
Please contact Nasc if you wish to request a copy of these documents.
Self guided powerpoint introduction to equality and diversity in the workplace: "Diverse Cultures - One Workplace" (1.6MB)
Published: 2010.
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Integrating the Future
Nasc’s Strategy on Access to Employment, Education and Enterprise for Migrants in Cork
Integrating the Future outlines Nasc’s strategy for improving access to employment, education and enterprise for migrants in Cork.
It contains an analysis of current issues in each of three key areas: employment, education and enterprise. The strategic recommendations contained in the document are aimed at Government, statutory bodies, educational institutions, employers, community and voluntary groups.
Published: 2008.
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A Guide for Migrants in Cork
Employment, Enterprise and Education
A Guide for Migrants in Cork is intended to assist all migrants who have an interest in employment, education and enterprise.
It outlines the entitlements of migrants based on their legal status (e.g. refugee, employment permit, international student) and offers practical advice on how to find a job or where to look for information on entering education or setting up a business.
This document is available in English, Polish, French, Russian, Mandarin and Arabic.
Published: 2008.
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Hidden Cork
The Perspectives of Asylum Seekers on Direct Provision and the Asylum Legal System
Hidden Cork is a report that stems from research which was carried out in late 2007 focusing on the experiences of asylum seekers in the Cork region.
The report is primarily concerned with the interaction which asylum seekers have with the state while claiming asylum and with experiences of living in "Direct Provision"
Published: 2008.
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Evaluating the Barriers to Employment and Education for Migrants in Cork
Research Report
Evaluating the Barriers to Employment and Education for Migrants in Cork is an independent report focused on uncovering the various barriers to employment encountered by migrants.
A total of 68 people were interviewed including migrants, employers and service providers. The report was completed in late 2007 and was used to inform some of the recommendations for Nasc’s ‘Integrating the Future’ strategy.
Written by: Paul Dunbar
Published: 2008.
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A Safe Harbour?
Writing by Migrants to Cork
The seeds of this project were sown at Meetings of Nasc’s Women’s Group during the summer of 2004. At these meetings women from different parts of the world began to share their experiences and memories of life in their country of origin.
Our discussions led us to the idea that it would be good for members of Nasc, both women and men, to form a writer’s group.
Nasc was lucky enough to find that the Triskel Arts Centre were also interested in such a project and jointly we received funding from the Cork 2005 Credit Union Residencies Programme. We are very grateful for this contribution.
We were very fortunate that a writer such as Rosemary Canavan was interested in working on this project with us and we are very grateful to her for facilitating the Writer’s Group with such professionalism, dedication and patience.
Published by: Nasc in association with the Cork 2005 Credit Union Residencies Programme in partnership with the Arts Council and the Cork City and County Councils.
The Needs of Asylum Seekers in Cork
Nasc undertook this needs analysis of asylum-seekers and refugees in order to develop our understanding of their experiences in Cork. Many asylum-seekers participated by sharing their views, translating texts and assisting in the research process.&
The research was conducted between September 2001 and January 2002, a period during which some publications, some commentators and some public representatives decided to use and abuse the asylum issue. It must have indeed been strange to many respondents that on the one hand their views were being sought while on the other their good name and their vulnerable situation were being exploited for cheap publicity.
The findings showed that by not allowing people to work or have access to education and information, we have isolated asylum-seekers from the host community in Cork, a situation which has bred misunderstanding, ignorance and racism.
Asylum-seekers want to work, to contribute to society and to have an opportunity to integrate and make friends with the host community.
Written by: Aoife Collins
Published: 2001
The Global Kitchen Cookbook
The Global Kitchen was inspired by the conversations within the women’s group of Nasc. As we learnt of each other’s lives and cooking styles the idea of compiling a bank of recipes was formed.
The women and men of Nasc have come together on this project and we are grateful to all who took the time and trouble to help.
Gratitude is also due to Western Union Money Transfer and The Musgrave Charitable Trust who have assisted us financially.
Many thanks are due to Ms Darina Allen who has given freely of her time and expertise to make this collection of recipes turn into a book. Her support for the work of Nasc is much appreciated.
Written by: Oona O’Shaughnessy
Original Artwork by: Ray Murphy
Cover Design by: Oona Kavanagh
Published: 2001 by Omah Printing Ltd.
Nasc Campaign Publications
Cuan Cinnte?
(A Safe Harbour?)
Campaign Pack
A Safe Harbour Campaign Pack focuses on the rights of asylum seekers in Ireland. More specifically, it is directed at reform of the legal system in relation to asylum and also to the system of accommodation known as "Direct Provision".
The campaign has 6 key messages which are detailed in this pack. The pack also highlights the key findings from independent research carried out for Nasc in late 2007.
Published: 2008.
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Together Again
Campaign on Family Reunification
Reuniting Migrant Families in Ireland
Family Reunification is a term used to refer to the attempts of family members separated by forced or voluntary migration to re-unite in a country other than their country of origin.
The objectives of this campaign include: To persuade Politicians that policies and practices must be changed to promote speedy family reunification. To make the public more aware of the problem of family separation. To draw in individuals and organisations beyond our immediate network and build alliances to reinforce the campaign.
Published: 2007.
