Vietnamese priests in the US are being referred to as the “new Irish”, according to an article in the California Catholic Daily. The article points out that the Irish-born accounted for 80% of the priests in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles in the 1940s and 1950s; their places have now been taken by Latin Americans,… Continue reading Vietnamese the “new Irish” in US priesthood
First round of senate debate on immigration reform ends
The US Senate bill for comprehensive immigration reform survived the first round of debate last week. Debate will resume next week. According to Sheila Gleeson of the Coalition of Irish Immigration Centers, several amendments were defeated on Thursday night. These included: The Coleman amendment, which would have allowed local government officials to inquire about immigration… Continue reading First round of senate debate on immigration reform ends
Ireland’s success can be model for new EU: McAleese
Ireland’s success in attracting emigrants home emerged as a major theme of President Mary McAleese’s remarks during her visit to Latvia and Lithuania this week. During her visit to Latvia on Tuesday, President McAleese said, ‘The largest number of Irish migrants left because they had little opportunity at home. We know they would wish to… Continue reading Ireland’s success can be model for new EU: McAleese
“The New Irish”: Dundalk IT, 27-28 September 2007
“The New Irish” is the theme of the third annual conferrence of The Centre for the Study of Culture and Society in the Department of Humanities, Dundalk Institute of Technology. The conference will focus on questions about the Irish diaspora, immigration, young people, and globalisation following Ireland’s change from a nation plagued by poverty and emigration… Continue reading “The New Irish”: Dundalk IT, 27-28 September 2007
Migrant workers disadvantaged in workplace
Migrant workers in Europe are likely to experience disadvantage in the workplace, according to a new report from the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions. The report investigated employment conditions of workers who travelled from one country to another for any reason, found that migrants in Europe face segregation into low-paid jobs… Continue reading Migrant workers disadvantaged in workplace
Europass offers assistance in qualification translation
As students finish up their summer exams, they are likely to spot signs for an initiative called “Europass”. Europass.ie bills itself as an initiative that helps make skills and qualifications more easily understood in Europe. It is aimed at job-seekers and those enrolling in education or training. The service makes it easier for employers to understand… Continue reading Europass offers assistance in qualification translation