Finding Our Voice – Introducing the Work of ERI
An updated video introducing the work of Edmund Rice International has been placed online. It can be viewed via the above link or through the link on our website or…
Education a Major Driving Force for Human Development – Ban Ki Moon
“Education is a major driving force for human development. It opens doors to the job market, combats inequality, improves maternal health, reduces child mortality, fosters solidarity, and promotes environmental stewardship.…
ERI Seeks Action Following UPR of the United Kingdom
In a statement to the Human Rights Council on the occasion of the adoption of the UPR Report for the United Kingdom, ERI again raised the plight of asylum seekers…
Past Students Form Advocacy Group in Tanzania
Around sixty former students of Edmund Rice Secondary School Sinon in Arusha, Tanzania, who are currently studying in various universities and educational institutions, responded to an invitation to gather at…
The Wretched of the Earth
Aidan Donaldson is Chaplain at St Mary’s Christian Brothers’ Grammar School, Belfast. He also plays a key leadership role in the Edmund Rice Network particularly in ‘Project Zambia’ part of…
Edmund Rice Beyond 250 Appeal
The Edmund Rice Beyond 250 Appeal is a year-long initiative to raise awareness and funds for the vital international work of the Christian Brothers and followers of Edmund Rice today…
An ERI Internship in Geneva
When I arrived in Geneva to start my work as an ERI intern I did not know what to expect. Would I be getting coffee for four weeks, or perhaps…
New Initiative for Promoting Justice in School
Steve Rocha cfc promotes and co-ordinates the work of ERI in India. Recently he was invited to spend a month as a ‘Justice Facilitator in Residence’ at an Australian school.…
Colaiste Muire Students Celebrate Earth Hour
The dining assembly of Colaiste Muire, Cobh was a hive of activity on Friday the 30th March from 1-2. There was a sense of anticipation and excitement as the lights…
The Best Interest of the Child – Australia’s Challenge
Afghan refugee children Photo UN Photo/Eskinder Debebe The Committee on the Rights on the Child held its 60th session in Geneva May 20 – June 15. The Australia Government reported…