Tight Spaces – An Exploration of the Direct Provision System
Created by young people for young people
Published 2023
Contributors
Author: Aalba Mathew, Alona Lavrinovica, Abdulai Mansaray, Blessing Bolatumba, Diane Iroulor, Dumebi Asiegbu, Enzo Enaiho, Jamila Salif, Julia Szakacs, Marwa Zamir, Meena Zamir, Michael Awoyemi, Morgan Hansen, Nike Awoyemi, Princess Mimi Chukwudi, Sirine Nemsi, Success Irorere, Timileyon Oshiyokun, Tobi Oshiyokun with Cristina Iancu and Natasha Muldoon
Publisher: ARD Family Resource Centre, Irish Refugee Council, National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI)
Date: 2023
Geographic Coverage: Ireland
Type of Resource: Report
Sector/setting: Direct Provision
Vulnerable groups: Young People
Developed with children and young people? Yes
Type of participation: Written by young people
Availability: Open Access
Keywords: Children, Young People, Direct Provision System
Introduction
TO ALL YOUNG PEOPLE coming across this resource we invite you to use this resource to learn, be inspired and take action. Please seek support from your teacher/youth worker/trusted adult to further your journey. Once you feel prepared consider facilitating an activity with your peers to continue this ripple effect of changemaking.
TO ALL EDUCATORS, YOUTH LEADERS AND YOUTH WORKERS we invite you to use this resource with young people who are 12 years and above. This resource delves into challenging topics that require sensitivity. As with all youth work practices, building an ethos of trust, respect and creating a safe space for dialogue is essential. Be mindful of who is in your group and consider if there are young people who are currently living in Direct Provision or from a refugee background.