The Glass Ceiling

S2 Ep4: Eileen Flynn on mental health crises in Traveller communities

The Glass Ceiling

Show Notes

Senator Eileen Flynn joins Ciara Phelan on this week's festive episode of The Glass Ceiling.

Eileen talks about being an advocate of Traveller rights within the Irish political system, as well as juggling family life with that of a sitting Senator. From the experience of a being a child on a Dublin halting site to her experience on committees in Leinster House, Eileen's is a unique journey.

She also talks about the mental health crises facing Traveller communities, and moving from her family home in Labre Park in Ballyfermot to Donegal.

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