Introduction
We are excited to present the Ballymun Community Law Festival! The law festival will be a week-long celebration of law and rights, taking place in the Axis Ballymun. Over the week there will be legal talks, workshops, advice clinics and a historic live community reading of the entire Constitution. Our aim is to make the law approachable, relevant, and empowering and the Ballymun Community Law Festival will bring information on rights into the heart of the community.
Introduction
We are excited to present the Ballymun Community Law Festival ! The law festival will be a week-long celebration of law and rights, taking place in the Axis Ballymun. Over the week there will be legal talks, workshops, advice clinics and a historic live community reading of the entire Constitution. Our aim is to make the law approachable, relevant, and empowering and the Ballymun Community Law Festival will bring information on rights into the heart of the community.
The Events
| Title | Details | How to Book |
|---|---|---|
| Information and Book Stall |
We will have an information stall all week where you can learn more about Ballymun Community Law Centre and the Law Festival. Speakers– Date / TimeMonday – Thursday 9am–11.15am and 12pm–2pm VenueAxis Ballymun Café |
Drop in |
| Opening Session – Mediation in the Community |
We open the week-long festival by launching our annual report, with a focus on mediation in the community and a live, role-played community mediation session. SpeakersSandra Mpanyira – Ballymun Community Law Centre Monday 17th November, 10am–11am VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Fight for Your Rights Workshop! |
Empowering community session on understanding and protecting your human rights—how they affect everyday life (housing, equality, access to justice) and how to take action. Followed by a talk from IHREC on human rights in practice and the role of the public sector. SpeakersFrank Murphy – Solicitor, Ballymun Community Law Centre Monday 17th November, 11am–2pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Human Rights in Practice |
The powers of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission to address human rights and equality—from engagement to enforcement: policy advice, knowledge-sharing, and working with civil society. SpeakersFrank Murphy – Solicitor, Ballymun Community Law Centre Monday 17th November, 1pm–2pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Feminism and the Law: Power, Progress and Justice |
Unpacking feminism in the law and its protection of fundamental rights. Using case law and real-life examples, we’ll explore current threats and what they mean. SpeakersRhianna Dorrian – PhD Candidate and Teaching Associate at the University of Bristol, specialising in feminist criminal law Date / TimeMonday 17th November, 2pm–3pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Legal Advice and Information Clinics |
Speak directly to a solicitor about a legal query. Three solicitors available; book to secure a slot. SpeakersFrank Murphy – Solicitor, Ballymun Community Law Centre Tuesday 18th November, 10am–12pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Appointment by phone only: Call 01 862 5805 |
| Employment Rights |
Your employment rights, how to enforce them, and the benefits of a workers’ union. SpeakersArthur Cox Solicitors Tuesday 18th November, 12.30pm–1.30pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Housing Rights and Community Action |
Reflecting on the power of tenants’ collective action to improve housing standards—and what more needs to be done. SpeakersPeter Doman – Community Action Network Wednesday 19th November, 2pm–3pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| Peer Mediation & Conflict Skills in Primary Schools (Webinar) |
Educators share experiences introducing conflict skills training and a peer-mediation programme to primary students. SpeakersMaeve Corish – Former Principal, Donabate/Portrane ET Wednesday 19th November, 7pm–8pm VenueZoom Webinar |
Online form. Link will be sent by email. |
| Capacity, Assisted Decision-Making and Wills |
Learn more about the law relating to wills, assisted decision-making and capacity. SpeakersPeadar Browne – Managing Solicitor of the Assisted Decision Making Service in the Legal Aid Board Thursday 20th November, 1pm–2pm VenueAxis Ballymun Conference Centre |
Online form at See Below or Click Here Or call 01 862 5805 |
| What Legal Aid is Available? (Webinar) |
Independent law centres vs. the Legal Aid Board vs. criminal legal aid- what's the difference? Learn more about services in the community—ideal for those interested in law or those working in frontline roles involving signposting clients. SpeakersPaul Dornan – Solicitor, Ballymun Community Law Centre Thursday 20th November, 7pm–8pm VenueZoom Webinar |
Online form. Link will be sent by email. |
| Bunreacht Aloud |
Join a historic collective reading of Bunreacht na hÉireann. The Ballymun community reads the Constitution together to build familiarity and deepen understanding of our State’s founding document. SpeakersJulie Morrissy – Irish poet, academic & critic Friday 21st November, 12pm–2:30pm VenueAxis Ballymun Mezzanine Floor |
Email info@bclc.ie if you would like to read, or drop by on the day to watch. |
Booking Form
Please use the form here to book as many events as you would like. Some events must be booked by calling us directly on 01-8625805. Please see the Event Details section further up this page for full details of all events and how to book.
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