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In Focus
23 June 2025
26  MINS

What Is Just Transition? Combining Expertise For the Global Public Good

Dr Una Murray, Programme Director MA in International Development Practice, University of Galway

It is well known that the negative impacts of climate change are not evenly shared and that impoverished rural communities are in greater danger from its effects. Researching ways to combat harm brought about by climate change is the cornerstone of Dr Una Murray’s work, particularly the use of social safety nets to alleviate damage. In this article, she explains how her research work across the globe has led her to the concept of the Just Transition, concerned with ensuring fairness in climate actions. Her vision is for a Just Transition cluster at University of Galway, engaging multiple disciplines in working toward the global public good and social justice.

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In Focus
23 May 2025
38  MINS

The Irish Centre for Human Rights – A Beacon for Human Rights

Prof Siobhan Mullally, Director of the Irish Centre for Human Rights, University of Galway

Prof Siobhán Mullally is Established Professor of Human Rights Law and Director of the Irish Centre for Human Rights (ICHR) at University of Galway. She also holds the role of UN Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children. Recognising inequality from a young age, she sought solutions through her research and work across the globe in contexts of conflict and injustice. As the Irish Centre for Human Rights celebrates its 25th birthday, Siobhán takes Cois Coiribe to the heart of the Centre, explaining the real-world impact that human rights researchers have against struggles for justice, in conflict settings, and in dark times. She takes us through her vision for the Centre, its legacy, and its future. 

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In Focus
22 May 2025
17  MINS

Dr Fidelma Donlon: Advocating For a More Just and Equal World

Dr Fidelma Donlon, Registrar of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers | Alumna

The Irish Centre for Human Rights has acted as a foundation for successful careers for law and policy professionals the world over. One such individual is Dr Fidelma Donlon, Registrar at the Kosovo Specialist Chambers. In this Cois Coiribe article, we explore her time with the University, and her motivations to become involved in this area of practice. 

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Innovate Together
15 January 2025
16  MINS

You’re Home in Galway: A Story as Told by Dr Thamil Venthan Ananthavinayagan

Dr Thamil Venthan Ananthavinayagan, Assistant Principal and Senior Legal Researcher, Department of Justice | University of Galway Alumni

Dr Thamil Venthan Ananthavinayagan is a University of Galway alumnus who has had an illustrious career in the area of human rights. Currently, he is Assistant Principal and Senior Legal Researcher at the Irish Department of Justice, as well as a Lecturer at Maynooth University. Dr Ananthavinayagan explains how he came to be in Galway, what influenced his human rights work, and his trajectory after leaving University of Galway. He also tells us about the warm – and surprising – welcome he received when arriving in Galway as a stranger, why Galway spoke to him during his stay, and his enduring fondness for the City of Tribes and its people.

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