Jacob Tambling, Author at Uplift - People Powered Change

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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 Tambling26th March 2024

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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 Tambling17th November 2023

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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 Tambling18th 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 Tambling16th October 2023

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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 Tambling18th September 2023

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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 Tambling31st August 2023

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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 Tambling28th June 2023

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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 Tambling5th May 2023

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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 Tambling13th April 2023

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Results of our Member Survey 2023

This is what you said in our Member Survey 2023: Uplift gives ordinary people across Ireland the opportunity to work together to make an extraordinary difference in so many ways. We come from different walks of life and experience life in different ways - but what brings us together is…

Jacob Tambling6th April 2023

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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

Results of our Member Survey 2023

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