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Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley TD, has welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of the Barnahus model in Ireland.
The evaluation found that Barnahus is delivering positive outcomes for children and families, highlighting the strength of multidisciplinary and interagency collaboration in responding to child sexual abuse.
The report provides strong evidence to support the continued national rollout of this child-centred model.
Read the press release: gov.ie/en/department-of-chil…
€2 million in ESF+ funding has been announced by Minister Norma Foley to support projects that promote equal employment opportunities for women.
Deadline extended to Monday 9 November!
We’re inviting children aged 4-15 to show us their creativity through an artwork sharing their vision of an “Ireland of the Future”.
ALT A graphic image with the following text: "Growing Up in Ireland National Children's Art Competition; Theme: Ireland of the Future"
The deadline for entries has now been extended to 12pm on Monday, 9 November 2026.
For competition details, including how to enter and terms and conditions, please see here: gov.ie/en/department-of-chil…
Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley, and Minister of State with responsibility for Disability Emer Higgins today opened the High-Level Conference on Assistive Technology and Accessible Digital Technology – Empowering Participation.
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, has welcomed the passage of the Employment Equality and Institutional Burials (Amendment) Bill 2026 through both Houses of the Oireachtas.
The Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has secured Government approval to make a High Court application to search for and publish technical, factual documents relating to burials at the site of the former Mother and Baby Institution at Bessborough.
The archive of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes is subject to a general principle of confidentiality under the Commissions of Investigation Act 2004.
No evidence or document given to the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes can be published by the minister or any other party, unless otherwise directed by a court.
Read the full press release: gov.ie/en/department-of-chil…
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley is encouraging families and communities everywhere to take a moment this week to celebrate the childminders who mean so much to them.
They also give parents the reassurance they need to work, study and train, knowing their children are safe, settled and cared for.
To find out about events and activities taking place in your area during National Childminding Week, visit letstalkchildminding.ie.
Read the full press release here: gov.ie/en/department-of-chil…