Monaghan Young Greens
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- Ar shon domhan níos fearr do gach éinne
- Me, Myself, and I
- The Young Greens are a dynamic youth movement who are part of the European network of Young Greens.
We provide a fresh, dynamic, forward approach for young people to air their views about the future of their society and our planet. We are truly democratic, non- sectarian and forward thinking. We provide an input and influence on The Green Party/ Comhaontas Glas, while developing our own views and independent ideals. We promote environmental sustainability, global justice, fairtrade and clean, open and democratic political decision making.
Monaghan young Greens are the first non university affiliated Young Greens branch in Ireland. We organise our own campaigns, events, as well participate in National events. It is you the members who decide our ideals, policies and our future!
While being recognised as a youth wing to the Green Party, The Young Greens do not hesitate to criticise the government where we feel necessary, as well as supporting them where support is due.
- Who can Join?
- Anyone in Monaghan/ Cavan aged 15- 28. Those from Monaghan but attending Universtiy elsewhere can also join.
- Lisbon Treaty
- The Young Greens have no official stance, as was decided at a special Green Party members conference when a 66% majority support of the treaty was not reached. Hopwever we do call on all Young People to excercise their democrate voice on polling day!
- Contact
- Carrick Constituency office 042 9663029
www.younggreens.ie
Monaghah Young green Chair: 0863483896 - Scared Of
- Climate change, political inaction, inequality and world poverty
- Happiest When
- The world is green, at green conventions/ gatherings when it all happens!
- Values/ Beliefs
- - cleaner, greener, more sustainable living
-transparent democracy and decision making at local grassroots level
-lower voting age to 16
-acheiving on an all island basis
- we operate on an all island basis, as do the green party/ an comhaontas glas, we are also part FYEG (Federation Young European Greens)
-Anti Secterianism
-promotion of Fairtrade and locally produced organic food
-Ending poverty
-Global justice and peace
- An Teanga agus cultúr Gaelach a chur chun cinn leis an pobal. - How can I help?
- Take steps to lead a greener life.
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LOCAL YOUNG GREENS OPPOSED TO RE- INTRODUCTION OF THIRD LEVEL FEES
The Young Greens are firmly opposed to any future re- introduction of third level fees.
Economic disaster and increased inequality would be the main outcome from this totally retrograde step, which seems driven by the greed of competition between universities. The Irish economy has benefited greatly from the abolishment of fees, which was on of the key foundations that lead to unprecedented growth in the I.T and pharmaceutical sectors during the boom years.
“During this time of economic uncertainty we need to encourage as many people into further third and fourth level education, in order to secure a high tech knowledge economy powered by indigenous research and development. The re-introduction of third level fees would be such a narrow step, that would actually damage future prospects of economic growth”, says the chair of Cavan – Monaghan Young Greens.
The Young Greens in Cavan / Monaghan urge representatives from all political parties to stand in solidarity with the students and parents of the constituency by showing Batt O’ Keefe that we do not support fee paying third level education. A full scale examination of expenditure of public money in the sector is called for by The Young Greens, and efficient and wise spending must become a priority.
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Use Your Vote on 12 June!!
Monaghan Young Greens calls on all local Young People that are registered to vote to make a special effort to use their democratic voice in the forthcoming Lisbon Treaty Referendum. They are calling on all Young People to make their voice heard and be counted on what is their future, the future of their country, and the 27 EU member states, by voting whatever way they like. The Young Greens advises people to inform themselves of the issues that are being faced by the Irish population, and show to our government that we take democracy seriously by coming out in force at the polling station.
“It is very easy to become alienated from the real issues and substance of the treaty with all the differing of opinion and much manipulation of the truth”, says Young Greens leader, Mícheál Callaghan. “ However if Young People can show the government that they are civically minded, which indeed they are, then maybe they will sit up and take note, which hopefully will lead to all future elections and referenda being held on dates which suit young people.”
The Young Greens are not taking an official stance on the Treaty, as was decided at a special Green Party members convention in December of 2007 when a 66 percent majority in favour of the treaty was not reached, however they do stress the importance of standing up and being counted on June 12th.
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Fair Trade Father Ted 23 May
The Young Greens will launch in South Monaghan on Friday 23 May at 7pm in The Green Party Constituency Office, 2 Church Street, Carrickmacross. This will be only the second ever Young Greens event in Cavan / Monaghan, so if you live in any of these two counties and are between 15 and 28 then come along and be part of history!
The evening will be themed as a Fairtrade Father Ted. Come along, discuss some Young Green issues (not too much talkin this time!) and then watch an episode or two of Father Ted while eating Fairtrade Produce( Chocolate, Biscuits, Tea , Coffee etc..) All at no cost to you!
Feel Free to spread the word!
We will hold a further meeting in June to elect a board of officers.
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Unremarked upon by the Wests media, a campaign of persecution is taking place in the Gaza Strip, and to a lesser extent in the West Bank. The general silence surrounding this campaign aids its perpetrators. The victims are Palestinian Christians, in particular the small Christian community of Gaza.
The perpetrators are a variety of Islamist groups, all of which are manifestations of a process of growing Islamic militancy and piety taking place across the region
The Christian population of the Gaza Strip is about 2,000-3,000 people. Gazan politics has long been characterized by a conservative, Islamic bent. Gaza's Christians as a result have tended toward political invisibility.
There are many examples of intimidation, beatings, land theft, firebombing of churches and other Christian institutions, denial of employment, economic boycotts, torture, kidnapping, forced marriage, sexual harassment, and extortion,he said. PA officials are directly responsible for many of the attacks.
Ógra Shinn Féin meeting on this Friday in SF office Monaghan @ 8pm.
Also to note: Campa Náisiúnta Óige 08, the annual republican youth camp organised by Ógra is on from the 20th to the 22nd of june in south Armagh. Featuring Arthur Scargill and the Wolfe Tones. Guests from other small nations in attendance. that's the weekend of next week. if u want to go, contact osfnational@yahoo.ie . look at this page for details.
yes sadly it does
ill see you there bright and early tomorrow mornin kid. ill be there for the heavy liftin.
What age is it for?
Go greens
Best of luck with the event on Saturday guys!
if i lived in monaghan id be da frist dare im sori i dnt..but da minute i pass my drivin test(in dec) ill drive to one rite !!!!
COME TO OUR EVENT ON 10TH MAY IN MONAGHAN TOWN.. SAMPLE FAIRTRADE PRODUCE AND FIND OUT WHAT THE LISBON TREATY MEANS FOR YOU. GUEST SPEAKERS WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE.. FIND OUT MORE HERE..
ROC IN ÉADAN AN CHONARTHA - ROCK AGAINST THE TREATY
event in mckenna's bar monaghan town, saturday 31 may.
Line-up includes The Dominican Affair, Gascan Rukuss, Pot Smokin' Pirates and Afflictions of a Massacre. Doors open at 9.00pm.
Organised by Ógra Shinn Féin- Monaghan.
Stand up and show opposition to the Lisbon Treaty, a treaty of no DEMOCRACY. Register to vote now....
go on ya mad yoke..well donw on setting it up hun!!
Is any1 able 2 go to the meeting, or is it members only??Wb
grr, if this i james that added me well boo u!!!
jus thought id leave a comment to hold up our side for across the atlantic.
ok..u need a comment here..go micheal!!ure doin a great job