Traveller Justice Initiative 10 year event
9th April 2025
On 9 April 2025, the Irish Penal Reform Trust (IPRT) joined St Stephen’s Green Trust (SSGT) in celebrating 10 years of the Traveller Justice Initiative (TJI) at a milestone event in the Wood Quay Venue. More than 70 representatives from Traveller organisations and civil society came together to reflect on a decade of collaboration and progress in addressing the disproportionate representation of Travellers in the criminal justice system.
Established by SSGT in 2014, TJI has worked to amplify Traveller voices and influence policy and practice towards a more equitable justice system. The event highlighted the importance of long‑term, independent funding and community‑led leadership in driving meaningful change. SSGT’s sustained support and the leadership of Anne Costello’s have been central to TJI’s development. As of April 2025, TJI is now hosted by IPRT, where the work continues to grow.
A short video produced by SSGT to mark the anniversary features reflections from those who have shaped and supported TJI, including Anne Costello (TJI), Saoirse Brady (SSGT), Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service, the Irish Prison Service and the Probation Service. You can watch the video here.
Read "Stories of Change," a publication to mark 10 years of TJI, here.
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