In this episode, we're joined by Mikey McCarthy and Margaret O'Brien following the recent Traveller Pride event at the University of Limerick.
Together, they discuss their journeys through education and their experiences as Traveller students in higher education. Reflecting on both the opportunities and challenges they have encountered, Mikey and Margaret explore the barriers that continue to impact Traveller participation in education and the importance of creating spaces where students feel they truly belong.
Mikey also speaks openly about his experience of coming out as a gay traveller, sharing his reflections on identity, acceptance, and the importance of visibility and representation.
Expect to learn about the realities of being a Traveller student in higher education, the significance of Traveller Pride, and why belonging is just as important as access when it comes to educational success.
We really enjoyed this conversation with Mikey and Margaret and gaining insight into the resilience, determination, and ambition that continue to challenge perceptions and create new pathways for future generations of Traveller students.
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