Jacob Sosinsky, Author at Uplift - People Powered Change

Building public support for climate solutions: A Narrative Guide

Climate change is the biggest threat to our safety and health we have ever encountered. So how do we get the conversation about climate change so loud and clear, that future governments know they have no choice but to stop those responsible for poisoning our air, water, soil, nature and…

Jacob Sosinsky28th March 2024

Campaign Housing News News Update Uncategorised

Summary of Vacant Homes Research

Empty Homes: A Political Choice There are more vacant houses than people who need a home in every county of Ireland. Early in 2024 Uplift members commissioned research into exactly what the problem with vacant properties and what can be done to fix it Here is a summary of the…

Jacob Sosinsky26th March 2024

MyUplift News News Update Uncategorised

A Celebration of Transgender Awareness Week

Transgender Awareness Week is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of open, welcoming, communities where everybody can feel safe, valued, and seen. It is important to recognize and celebrate the unique identities and experiences of individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, including our transgender friends and loved ones. No matter…

Jacob Sosinsky17th November 2023

Campaign MyUplift News News Update

Energy Charter Treaty campaign – what we have done so far

The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is an international agreement which protects the interests of powerful energy corporations across Europe. Ireland is a signatory to the ECT, but the power the treaty gives to energy companies who are partly to blame for the climate crisis, means that people have realised that…

Jacob Sosinsky18th October 2023

Image of kids in Palestine, holding hands. Text added: An Open Letter from Irish civil society organisations on the war crimes being committed in Gaza

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An Open Letter from Irish civil society organisations on the war crimes being committed in Gaza

An Open Letter from Irish civil society organisations on the war crimes being committed in Gaza An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, An Tanaiste, Micheál Martin, Minister for Environment, Eamon Ryan All human life is precious and no matter where we come from, we all deserve to live free from violence and to…

Jacob Sosinsky16th October 2023

Campaign MyUplift News News Update Uncategorised

MyUplift: what happened in August?

MyUplift empowers people to start campaigns in their own areas on issues they they care about. Read here about how Uplift members ran their own successful campaigns: Keep Before5 Family Centre in Churchfield open Community hubs, childcare and adult services are the backbone of every neighbourhood, providing crucial support to…

Jacob Sosinsky18th September 2023

MyUplift News News Update

Defending Democracy: Maynooth University’s Struggle for Transparent Governance

Democracy is all about making sure things are fair, everyone's ideas count, and representative voices are heard. Recently, Maynooth University found itself in a bit of a situation regarding the institution's commitment to democratic values. The university's decision to replace the democratic election process for staff representatives on the Governing…

Jacob Sosinsky31st August 2023

Campaign News News Update

The Power of Local Movements: A victory for accessibility on college campus in Clare

We know that when enough of us come together in our local communities we can make change happen, local movements is what keep us going. Like recently, when 950 of us got behind Uplift member Ciara’s petition, “Make Clonroad Campus Accessible to All!”. With support from her colleagues and her…

Jacob Sosinsky28th June 2023

Campaign News News Update Training

How to start a petition

Petitions are an effective way to bring attention to important issues and encourage people to take action. By gathering signatures and showing support, a petition can create change and make a difference in the world. You can explore how to open a petition using MyUplift platform here. Step 1:…

Jacob Sosinsky5th May 2023

Campaign Housing News News Update

Have you received an eviction notice? Here’s what to do next

The recent lifting of the no-fault eviction ban by the government has left thousands of people with or about to receive notices to quit all over Ireland. Uplift members are pushing for the ban to be reinstated immediately, but here’s some practical advice on what to do next if you…

Jacob Sosinsky13th April 2023

Jacob Sosinsky

Building public support for climate solutions: A Narrative Guide

Summary of Vacant Homes Research

A Celebration of Transgender Awareness Week

Energy Charter Treaty campaign – what we have done so far

An Open Letter from Irish civil society organisations on the war crimes being committed in Gaza

MyUplift: what happened in August?

Defending Democracy: Maynooth University’s Struggle for Transparent Governance

The Power of Local Movements: A victory for accessibility on college campus in Clare

How to start a petition

Have you received an eviction notice? Here’s what to do next

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