Sunday was International Women’s Day. It adopted the strapline “Make it Happen”. It’s a clear statement that enough talking has been done – it’s time to ensure gender equality. What is gender? When we’re born,...
The Global Irishman
An Irish Man Interprets The World
Topic: Identity
Can politics really bring about change? The story of Barbados…
Today is Errol Barrow’s birthday. It’s a public holiday in Barbados. It’s a reminder that effective political change can come without violence, terrorism or war. It’s also a...
No longer defined by disability?
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The precise title of the day is important. It represents a progressive move in language and understanding: no person is fundamentally...