Migrant Political Participation Training

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Migrant Political Participation Training

Aimed at migrants living in Ireland who are interested in becoming involved in Irish politics and participating in elections.

By Galway County PPN

Date and time

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:00 - 13:00 PDT

Location

Online

About this event

This training provides knowledge of the various political systems in Ireland work and how to make the most of voting rights.

The training is useful to services or civic society groups working to engage with migrants in the political process.

GOALS:

  • Increase understanding of the Irish political system at the local, national and EU level;
  • Understand voting rights for migrants and naturalised citizens.

TOPICS:

  • Types of elections and voting rights
  • Local Government
  • What do Councillors do?
  • Who can become a Councillor?
  • Irish electoral system
  • Co-opting
  • National Government

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