@AkiDwA

Est. 2001. National network of migrant women living in Ireland. We fight racism & discrimination and we promote integration and equality #ENDFGM

 Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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Joined February 2010
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🎀 AkiDwA Presents: Ladies Night themed Pink with a Purpose🎀- Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Information session by Michelle Lonergan from the Irish Cancer Society. Enjoy a relaxed session of music and dance with @djspaqz as we sip our coffees and teas; celebrate sisterhood.
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Join AkiDwA and UN IOM for an online session on Voluntary Return and Support Services. The session starts from 19:00-20:00 on  15th Oct 2025. Click here to join>> us02web.zoom.us/j/8438354151…
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AkiDwA supports the Ireland Against Racism Carnival that will take place on Saturday 27th September 2025.
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The launch of the AkiDwA report on migrant women's access t o maternal healthcare in Ireland. Happening now, join the Zoom live event: us02web.zoom.us/j/8467403082…
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"Maternal health is a cornerstone of community wellbeing, yet for many migrant women, accessing quality care remains a significant challenge. " Dr. Salome Mbugua, CEO AkiDwA.
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On 7th June, AkiDwA hosted Africa day at Handball Alley Croke Park where more than 80 African women from across  54 African countries and all nationalities converged to celebrate Africa diverse cultures in music, dance and African cuisine. 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
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Africa not only celebrate the shared identity of it’s diverse nations but also a moment to honour their heritage and their  contribution globally. Showcasing their culture, fashion, diverse food and languages is aimed at  promoting inclusion and cross-cultural understanding.
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AkiDwA, in collaboration with @ChangePlease and the African Professional Network invites professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to join us for Brain Gain 2025: Rooted in Potential; an evening filled with powerful stories, meaningful conversations, and new opportunities…
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including the launch of AkiDwA’s Mentoring Project! Join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions migrants make to Ireland’s economy and society on Friday, 30th May, 2025 from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Salesforce Tower Dublin, North Wall D01 W2Y3– eventbrite.ie/e/akidwa-brain…

AkiDwA Brain Gain 2025

Celebrating migrant success stories: a networking event for professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers

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An organisation which supports migrant women affected by crime said that it has witnessed a rise in those seeking support who are exposed to gender-based violence rte.ie/news/2025/0503/151088…

Rise in migrant women seeking support for violence

An organisation which supports migrant women affected by crime said that it has witnessed a rise in those seeking support who are exposed to gender-based violence. AkiDwA said there is a "huge"...

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@AkiDwA has stated that there has been a huge increase of migrant women in Ireland contacting them seeking support for gender-based violence Survivors need both psychological & physical help, with surgery and counselling integral to their recovery rte.ie/news/2025/0503/151088…

Rise in migrant women seeking support for violence

An organisation which supports migrant women affected by crime said that it has witnessed a rise in those seeking support who are exposed to gender-based violence. AkiDwA said there is a "huge"...

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21 Apr 2025
Join us virtually on 29th April for AkiDwA’s Immunization Awareness project launch to explore how we can, together, ensure equitable access to vaccination and address the cultural, social, and systemic barriers that exist. #vaccineaccess #vaccineequity #immunisation #akidwa
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AkiDwA is inviting migrant women and those from indigenous backgrounds in Ireland to join us for our upcoming Global Citizenship Education (GCE) training in partnership with Women’s Collective Ireland – Limerick.
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4 week programme: • 8th May - Understanding Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) • 15th May - Delving deeper into SDG 5 and SDG 10 • 22nd May - Equality and Human Rights • 29th May - Future Vision and Action Planning #sdgs #globalcitizenshipeducation #limerick
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Join us virtually on 29th April for AkiDwA’s Immunization Awareness project launch to explore how we can, together, ensure equitable access to vaccination and address the cultural, social, and systemic barriers that exist. #vaccineaccess #vaccineequity #immunisation #akidwa
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Register interest in attending here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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See our comment here: linkedin.com/feed/update/urn… See CEO Dr. Salome Mbugua’s comment here: linkedin.com/posts/dr-salome…

Migrants more likely to be working than Irish-born - ESRI | AkiDwA

https://lnkd.in/ed8eCK98 The report released today by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) emphasizes the importance of a two-way process for migrant integration in Ireland. It highlig...

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28 Mar 2025
New research from the ESRI has found that foreign-born residents are more likely to be employed, active in the labour market, and better educated compared to the Irish-born population. rte.ie/news/2025/0328/150444…

Migrants more likely to be working than Irish-born - ESRI

New research from the ESRI has found that foreign-born residents are more likely to be employed, active in the labour market, and better educated compared to the Irish-born population.

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❗TOMORROW❗ 📍Dublin: Killarney Court Community Hall next to AkiDwA, D01X9X8 ⏰11AM-4PM This fair is completely free and open to everyone! We encourage registration for adequate service and food provision through this link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #akidwa #healthandwellness

Health & Wellness Fair registration

Event Timing: 28 March 2025 11:00 am to 04:00pm Event Address: Killarney Court Community Hall next to AkiDwA, (D01X9X8) Contact us at [email protected] or [email protected] Tel. 018349851

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AkiDwA@AkiDwA
26 Mar 2025
Our Health & Wellness Fair is 2 days away! - FREE health services including medical, physical, nutritional, mental/psychosocial support and wellbeing - Health checks/screenings/testing - Consultations - Hygienic and other health products - Food and refreshments
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Our Health & Wellness Fair is 2 days away! - FREE health services including medical, physical, nutritional, mental/psychosocial support and wellbeing - Health checks/screenings/testing - Consultations - Hygienic and other health products - Food and refreshments
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🩺The health check-ups/medical consultations are on a first-come first-serve basis—no need to book an appointment 🪪No Medical Card needed 🚍Public transport will be refunded (if you provide a receipt) 🥪Lunch will be provided This fair is open to everyone and completely free!
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