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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 1d

🗞️In today's Cork Echo @eumovementireland.bsky.social
examines the next steps for the EU-Mercosur Trade Deal.

Together, the EU and Mercosur represent a market of more than 720m people and nearly a quarter of global GDP.

Learn more 👉https://www.echolive.ie/corknews/arid-41723571.html

Cork Echo Article on EU Mercosur Trade Deal

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 13d

OUT TOMORROW 🗓️

The Inside Track - the only newsletter you need to understand the EU.

Subscribe to our Inside Track now to future-proof your inbox.

🔗 Sign up now! bit.ly/46wEIkY

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 14d

💫 This morning RTE News2Day reported on the award-winning Blue Star Programme from Kildare Place National School 🌟

🔗Primary school teachers can register by Friday 10 October 💥 👉https://www.bluestarprogramme.ie/register/

📺Tune in at 4:20pm today 👇https://www.rte.ie/player/onnow/66546216066

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 New podcast!

This week, CEO @noelleoc.bsky.social sits down with General Sean Clancy, Chair of the European Union Military Committee to discuss Ireland’s place in European defence.

🎧 Tune in for a rare inside look at European security at a pivotal moment 👉 open.spotify.com/episode/3fCW...

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 21d

Earlier today, CEO @noelleoc.bsky.social spoke to Claire Byrne on @rteradio1.bsky.social about Ireland's upcoming Presidency of the Council of the EU beginning on 1 July 2026.

🎧Listen back 👉 www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

Today With Claire Byrne Wednesday 24 September 2025

Mid-morning show with Claire Byrne featuring stories of the day, sharp analysis and features.

www.rte.ie

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 27d

OUT TOMORROW 🗓

The Inside Track - the only newsletter you need to understand the EU.

Subscribe to our Inside Track now to future-proof your inbox.

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Creative Europe Desk Ireland @creativeeuireland.bsky.social · 27d

Visit our exhibition of creative projects and enjoy live music for #CultureNight #Dublin

Europe Expressed - visual art, music, indie games + more
8 Fitzwilliam Street Lr, D02 W426

Creative Europe Desk Ireland
@eumovementireland.bsky.social

@culturenightdub.bsky.social
#OneNightForAll

Culture Night Event - Europe Expressed
Friday, 19th September, 5pm to 8.30pm
European Movement Ireland Offices - 8 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2, D02 W426
No registration required - drop in anytime between 5pm and 8.30pm

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 27d

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉 bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

This week's list includes:

Two positions with @eumovementireland.bsky.social in Dublin
Policy Officer @ec.europa.eu in Brussels
Proofreader @eusatellitecentre.bsky.social in Madrid

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · 29d

As Ireland prepares for its EU presidency next year - its first without the UK at the table - it's clear that N.I must not be overlooked.

Read our op-ed now! www.independent.ie/opinion/noel...

✍️ @noelleoc.bsky.social
📰 @independent.ie

European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 12

ONE WEEK AWAY! 🎉

Next Friday, Europe Expressed takes over Culture Night with art, video games, textiles, DJ beats - and more!

📅 Friday, 19 September 2025
🕔 17:00 – 20:30
📍 8 Fitzwilliam St. Lower, Dublin 2
😃 Free entry, and everyone’s welcome!

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 11

👩‍💻This week's EU Job and Traineeship List

This week's list includes:

Positions in @eumovementireland.bsky.social
Dublin;

📚Education & Youth Executive
✍️EU Policy & Research Manager
🗣️Senior Engagement Officer

See more 👉https://www.europeanmovement.ie/jobs-list/

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 9

We're looking for a passionate EU Policy & Research Manager to join our Dublin team (hybrid).

📍 Dublin | 💼 Full-time | 🕒 Apply by 19 Sept 2025

For more info click here 👉
www.europeanmovement.ie/european-mov...

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 8

An Taoiseach ‪@micheal-martin.bsky.social and Minister for European Affairs Thomas Byrne TD launched the 2025/26 Blue Star Programme from Government Buildings today with pupils from St Patrick's National School, Stamullen. ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

Learn more 👉 www.europeanmovement.ie/press-releas...

European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 8

🚨 We’re hiring!

European Movement Ireland is looking for a Senior Engagement Officer in Dublin (Hybrid) to lead civil society engagement & strengthen EU participation.

📅 Apply by 19 Sept: [email protected]
🌐 More info: www.europeanmovement.ie/european-mov...

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 4

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉 bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

This week's list includes:
🛰️EU Space Innovation Officer at the @euspa.bsky.social in Prague
💶 Traineeships at @ecb.europa.eu in Frankfurt am Main
🎓 IP Paris EU Liaison Officer at EuroTech Universities Alliance in Brussels

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 3

Still confused about what this means for Irish agriculture? Read our Just the Facts article now!

www.europeanmovement.ie/just-the-fac...

Just the Facts | What is the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement?

This Just the Facts examines what exactly the EU-Mercosur deal entails and delves into some of its controversies in Ireland and across Europe.

www.europeanmovement.ie

European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Sep 3

The @ec.europa.eu is pushing for the ratification of the Mercosur deal today.

🐄 This is particularly concerning for Irish beef farmers. There are worries that increased imports of Mercosur beef will drive down prices and create unfair competition due to differing production standards.

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 28

Lucy Folan - one of many artists showcasing their work at @eumovementireland.bsky.social Europe Expressed event for @culturenightdub.bsky.social, transforms textiles into living artworks.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of art 💜

More info 👉 bit.ly/4oPbHZV

@creativeeuireland.bsky.social

Culture Night Europe Expressed at European Movement Ireland

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 21

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉 bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

EU Presidency Policy Officer at the Perm Rep of Ireland to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg

Internship with @ciaranmulloolymep.bsky.social @europarl.europa.eu in Brussels

Junior Officer at NATO in Brussels.

And more!

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Creative Europe Desk Ireland @creativeeuireland.bsky.social · Aug 21

Visit us during @culturenightdub.bsky.social - Culture Night Dublin!

Creative Europe Desk Ireland in partnership with @eumovementireland.bsky.social will host Europe Expressed - Showcase Exhibition with Live Music.

culturenight.ie/event/europe...

Europe Expressed | Showcase Exhibition and Live Music • Culture Night

culturenight.ie

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 14

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉 bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

This week's list includes:
• Traineeships @euatun.bsky.social with @eudiplomacy.bsky.social, New York;
• Temporary and Contract Agents at the European Defence Agency, Brussels;
• Communications Internship @4genderjustice.org, The Hague.

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 11

Join Europe Expressed, hosted by us & Creative Europe, for @culturenightdub.bsky.social

Enjoy games, textile art, DJ, food & more. A creative dive into EU-funded projects.

📍 8 Fitzwilliam St Lower, Dublin
🗓️ Sept 19 | ⏰ 17:00–20:30
🎟️ Free
🔗 bit.ly/EuropeExpres...

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 8

💙⭐ What’s the Blue Star Programme all about?

It’s designed for Irish primary schools - and brings Europe to life through four core elements:

📜 History
🗺️ Geography
🎨 Culture & Creativity
🏛️ EU Institutions

Find out more 👉 bluestarprogramme.ie/involved/

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Aug 7

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉 bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

This week's list includes:
• Blue Book Traineeships @ec.europa.eu in various locations;
• Policy Officer at the Australian Embassy in Brussels;
• Communications Officer at Léargas in Dublin.

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European Movement Ireland @eumovementireland.bsky.social · Jul 31

This week's EU Job and Traineeship List 👉http://bit.ly/EMIJobs-List

Business Administration Internship @unicef.org in Budapest;
Traineeships at the European Centre for Modern Languages in Graz;
Research Assistant at the European Business Council for Africa and Mediterranean (EBCAM) in Brussels.

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