James Mulcahy Symmons

Strengthening Integrity in Irish Charities: Free 2025 Whistleblowing Workshops and Exclusive Membership Offer

Transparency International Ireland’s Integrity at Work (IAW) programme is now offering Irish charities a series of complimentary workshops throughout 2025, alongside five free IAW memberships. Co-funded by the European Union, this initiative is designed to deepen understanding of Ireland’s whistleblowing law and instil best practice principles for dealing with protected disclosures in civil society organisations. The Integrity at … Read more

Understanding Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosures: Free Workshop for Irish Charities

The Integrity at Work (IAW) Programme is running a dedicated workshop for Irish charities to improve understanding of Ireland’s whistleblowing law and instil best practice principles for dealing with disclosures. This unique opportunity to strengthen integrity within your organisation will be available for free. We encourage you to reserve your spot promptly, as space is limited. The workshop will … Read more

5 Free Memberships Available to the Integrity at Work (IAW) Programme

Integrity at Work (IAW) is excited to announce an exclusive opportunity for Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities in Ireland. 5 free Integrity at Work Programme memberships are available to Irish CSOs. The Integrity at Work (IAW) programme has been designed by Transparency International Ireland to provide employers with the training, tools … Read more

Integrity at Work Week – Online Conference 2024 Announcement!

Integrity at Work Week – Online Conference 2024: Beyond Borders: Fresh Perspectives on Whistleblowing and Workplace Integrity Integrity at Work (IAW) is pleased to announce Integrity at Work Week 2024 (25 to 28 November). The online conference is dedicated to creating ethical and transparent workplaces worldwide. Hosted by Transparency International Ireland in partnership with esteemed partner … Read more

World Whistleblowers Day 2024

World Whistleblowers Day takes place on 23 June 2024. This annual tribute to Whistleblowers celebrates the crucial role they play in the fight for a fairer world. World Whistleblowers Day also acknowledges the challenges that those who speak up against wrongdoing often face and highlights the protection they need to speak up.   Members of … Read more

Integrity at Work (IAW) Members Area Launch

Transparency International Ireland’s Integrity at Work (IAW) team is pleased to announce that our Members Area is now open to all IAW members. This online portal is a dedicated space for members of the IAW initiative to access resources, video library, a Speak Up Safely e-learning course and our new Employer Helpdesk *(coming soon).     All members who … Read more

Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosures Workshop (Charities) 18 June 2024

Keeping abreast of and complying with changing employment legislation is an ongoing challenge for charities. The new whistleblowing rules introduced with the adoption of the Protected Disclosures Act in January 2023 present a number of difficulties for employers. New Statutory Guidance issued in November 2023 emphasised the importance of organisational culture, ethics and integrity as a key … Read more

Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosures Workshop for Prescribed Persons (23 April 2024)

As part of the Integrity at Work (IAW) programme, Transparency International (TI) Ireland is hosting an workshop to help Prescribed Persons to review their current systems for dealing with disclosures. The workshop will address the following questions: What are the duties of Prescribed Persons under the amended Protected Disclosures legislation? How will Prescribed Persons required … Read more

Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosures Workshop (6 December)

The EU Whistleblowing Directive creates new obligations for employers, with its transposition into Irish law last year. This is an important time for organisations to review their whistleblowing systems to ensure they are in line with the amended Protected Disclosures legislation. As part of the Integrity at Work programme, Transparency International (TI) Ireland is hosting … Read more