No going back: access to remote work matters to members
by Brendan Kinsella

Fórsa members share their thoughts on remote work, highlighting its benefits for the environment, reduced commutes, caregiving support, and key advantages for workers with disabilities. 

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You are not alone: Fórsa’s new LGBTQIA+ network meets
by Mehak Dugal

Fórsa’s newly established LGBTQIA+ network was born from an overwhelming vote at the union’s 2024 conference. The network is already making an impact—amplifying voices, confronting discrimination, and aiming to ensure LGBTQIA+ members have support in the union.

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Lives changed for the better: what you told us
by James Redmond

In the last issue, we asked you for your thoughts on remote working. It is clearly an issue members care about dearly. Read a small selection of the responses we received.

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New mortgage service for Fórsa members

Fórsa members can now consult a personal mortgage advisor from Symmetry Financial Management.  This expert advice can help you understand your borrowing capacity, find tailored mortgage recommendations, and handle applications.  

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Dublin event to mark three years of ‘Russian shame’
by Niall Shanahan

As the invasion of Ukraine enters its third bloody year, a group of activists—who have maintained a daily peaceful protest outside the Russian Embassy in Dublin—will gather once more to mark this somber anniversary on Monday, 24th February. 

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ICTU Anti-racism project: upcoming training
by Brendan Kinsella

Coming up this month ICTU’s anti-racism project is offering training free of charge for trade union members, which will cover migrant worker leadership, how trade unions and civil society can work together to combat racism, and a focus on training the trainers.

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Also in this issue
 
Don't miss: One size does not fit all
by Róisín McKane

ICTU seminar on 4th March will look at occupational hazards affecting women.

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Fórsa Youth table quiz on 20th March
by Fórsa Youth

Raise funds for the grassroots Palestinian Stop the Wall campaign organising resistance against the apartheid wall since its construction in 2002. 

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AGM Alert: Retired Members Association
by Hannah Deasy

Stay active and engaged long after retirement with the Fórsa Retired Members Association!

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Spring into action with Fórsa’s Skills Academy
by Mehak Dugal

Upgrade your skills with our spring training programmes for members.

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