Deirdre Wadding News Today

Musici Ireland's latest production, "A Mother's Voice", is a heartfelt tribute to the women affected by Ireland's mother and baby homes during the 1900s. Developed with funds from the Arts Council of Ireland and Triskel WRITE, RECORD, PERFORM bursary, this multidisciplinary production blends artistry and activism in a powerful exploration of a dark chapter in Ireland's history.

There is no shortage of vocations in Irish paganism

Book review: Through these personal accounts, journalist Deirdre Finnerty traces the changes in this Cork institution over the decades

New book shares the harrowing experiences of three women at Cork mother and baby institution

The latest news stories from the Irish Film & Television Network, on production, training opportunities, casting and much more.

Survivor of St Josephs Industrial School in Kilkenny to speak at meeting Reporter: );  ); Following the release of the commission’s report on Mother and Baby Homes last week, survivors of church and state abuse have organised an online open meeting to voice their concerns and frustrations. Maureen Sullivan, Deirdre Wadding and Ray Noctor, who are all survivors of church and state abuse, will be speaking at it and all are welcome to virtually attend. The meeting will take place on Thursday (...