Who are Irish Travellers, and where do they fit in today's society? learn about the origins of Irish Travellers, their unique culture, language and heritage.

Biography

Michael McDonagh, B.A. N.U.I.

A member of the Traveller community, Michael is an expert on Traveller history and culture. He has a passion for the retention of Traveller and Roma identity. A community activist, he is a founder/ board member on
national and international organisations including Minceir Misle; the National Council for Travelling People; the Traveller Prison Initiative Steering Group, and Chairperson of the National Traveller Partnership.

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To relate in the news this week:

Travellers formally recognised as an ethnic minority

http://www.irishtimes.com/news/politics/oireachtas/travellers-formally-recognised-as-an-ethnic-minority-1.2994309