This month’s cover, “Invisible”, is about the direct-provision system in Ireland.
This month’s cover, “Invisible”, is about the direct-provision system in Ireland. While some are aware of it, the true impact of it is unknown to most. Asylum seekers, refugees and migrants are among us. They make up the landscape we live in. But we rarely see or hear them.
Charlot Kristensen is an illustrator inspired by social issues and the importance of representation. In her art you’ll find people of colour usually depicted in empowering and bold ways. To see more of work please visit her IG account @zolwia or check out her website charlotkristensen.com.
The government should tell communities directly about plans for new asylum shelters, some activists and politicians say.
The current skirmish is over a Manna base at Junction 6 in Blanchardstown.
The idea is for this spot next to Dublin Castle to host choirs, chamber music, trad music, poetry performances, and more.
