One-Parent Families and An Bord Snip proposals

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One-Parent Families and An Bord Snip proposals
Please find below some information on what has been recommended by An Bord Snip Nua to the government in relation to social welfare and lone parents. Please bear in mind that this has not yet been decided and we will be continuing to analyse the effects these changes would have on families and lobby the government to ensure that one-parent families are not put further into poverty.
If you are concerned about any of these issues please contact askonefamily* our national helpline on 1890 66 22 12 or info@onefamily.ie
If you would like to become involved in lobbying on these issues please contact us on can@onefamily.ie and we will get back to you shortly. Read more

One Family announces an innovative merger with Gingerbread Ireland

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Karen Kiernan, Director, One Family, Dr. Maureen Gaffney, Chair, National Economic and Social Forum and John O’Reilly, Board, Gingerbread Ireland.

Speaking at the event to celebrate the merger today at Dublin Castle the Chair of the National Economic and Social Forum, Dr. Maureen Gaffney, said ‘At a time when economic difficulties are causing such strain for Not For Profit organisations supporting those in our society who are most excluded it is heartening to see two respected organisations that work with the growing number of one-parent families in Ireland pool their resources in order to meet these needs more effectively. This strategic merger will enhance One Family’s ability to access support as they can now offer a more effective and expanded service for those facing increasing challenges parenting alone or in shared parenting situations.’ Read more