May 09: Economy, Europe and Emmigrants

Thursday 30th April - Saturday 2nd May
Kinglsey Hotel, Victoria Cross, Cork City.

The political, social and economic fabric of the Ireland has been shaken over the past 12months. Last June, Ireland became hte only country to reject the Lisbon Treaty. Unemployment is soaring and all other economic output indices plummeting. The issue of migration, both inward and outward, is at critical juncture. As a new five-year term for Local Government approached we will take the opportunity to discuss and debate the role and response that Local Government can make in these areas. This seminar should be of interest and benefit to Councillors, Local Government Officials, NGOs and policy makers.

Thursday 30th April

6pm Registration and Introduction

Friday 1st May

Introduction - Ireland's perfect storm.
Reflections on 12 months of change.

Session One on Economics
Depression or blip:Ireland's economic future.
The role of Local Government in encouraging enterprise.

Session Two on Europe
The Lisbon Treaty - Myths and Realities
Why People Voted No?

Session Three on Migration
Engaging the new communities in the political process
Encouraging integration and Local Authorities

Saturday 2nd May

Session Four
Workshop and wrap up by Rapporteur

Confirmed speakers include: John Cushnahan (Former FG MEP), Dr Liam Weeks, Niall Crowley (ex CEO of the Equality Authority), Dr Declan Jordan, Conor Healy (CEO- Cork Chambers), Cllr Killian Forde (Dublin City Council)

FEE: €225, including meals and delegate packs

Third Sector Forum reserves the right to change any of the details of this programme to facilitate the safe and efficient running of this event.

Bookings: Third Sector Forum, The Resource Centre, Clonshaugh Drive, Priorswood, Dublin 17.

Contact: Reema Jagessur. Ph: 087-785 8991. e-mail: reema@thirdsectorforum.ie