Una Murphy
Journalism; public interest, social affairs, community issues. VIEWdigital viewdigital.org co-founder. #Media practitioner, researcher and educator.
- I don’t get to the #theatre as often as I’d like to, so great to find out about about one of Belfast’s finest: viewdigital.org/we-are-stand... @viewdigital.bsky.social
- Interested in #public #health? Trade union leaders and civic society campaigners as well as journalists took part in a discussion in #Belfast. viewdigital.org/latest-issue... @kellieturtle.bsky.social @ppr-org.bsky.social @brianone.bsky.social
- Launch of latest edition of VIEW magazine at @unisonni.bsky.social hq in #Belfast @viewdigital.bsky.social @
- If you’re interested in social affairs, you might be like to read the latest edition of VIEW magazine. Print copies available at the launch in #Belfast: steady.page/en/viewdigit... @VIEWdigital @UNISONNI
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The story behind the 'Lullaby' video: A visual story for a timeless piece of music >> My interview with the Palestinian American musician Lina Makoul melissa-on-the-road.blogspot.com/2025/12/the-... - Interested in #socialaffairs? Read the latest edition of VIEW magazine, which takes an in depth look at #public #health @viewdigital.bsky.social @unisonni.bsky.social
- Latest issue of VIEW magazine: Why we need to support a public health service and resist a two-tier system - viewdigital.org/latest-issue...
- Looking forward to joining @nujofficial.bsky.social Professional #Training Committee. I’ve taught broadcasting, media production and journalism in both higher education and community settings and organised workshops for trade union colleagues.
- Reposted by Una MurphyReview: Testimony: Aoife Kelleher’s unflinching look at the horror of the Magdalene Laundries - viewdigital.org/review-testi...
- Grateful that the Community Journalism Project I set up at @viewdigital.bsky.social was shortlisted for a #diversity award in #NorthernIreland by Social Enterprise NI @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk
- Reposted by Una MurphyPhD researcher Nicole Devlin says that structural change is needed to tackle the shocking levels of femicide in the wake of the horrific murders of Vanessa Whyte and her two children in County Fermanagh - viewdigital.org/the-murder-o...
- Reposted by Una MurphyComment: Drink spiking: Why many young women still don’t feel safe in Northern Ireland - viewdigital.org/comment-drin...
- A public meeting in #Belfast this week on ‘Safety and surveillance of journalists -why this matters to everyone’. Read more here: unamurphy2.substack.com/p/journalism... @nujofficial.bsky.social @nic-ictu.bsky.social @amnestyni.bsky.social
- Journalism Is Not A Crime @nujofficial
- #NorthernIreland today. Important discussions on ‘Tackling Hate and Violence’ @sci-belfast.bsky.social @viewdigital.bsky.social @unisonni.bsky.social
- We got a shout out from a lord! @georgemonbiot.bsky.social @sdp.bsky.social @viewdigital.bsky.social
- I love this question! Quick mention for @viewdigital.bsky.social based in #Belfast independent community media. @publicinterestnews.org.uk
- Great newsletter from @melissaontheroad.bsky.social ‘Fighting for Justice. Finding Solidarity’.
- This week in our World: Fighting for justice. Finding solidarity. #newsletter From Nigeria to Cameroon, justice and democracy are in danger. Meanwhile, in the UK, beyond the headlines on politics horrors, solidarity grows for Gazans. melissa.substack.com/p/this-week-...
- The townland of Ballyhackamore in #Belfast? I’ve heard lots about the etymology so just wanted to check! @placenamesni.bsky.social
- Reposted by Una MurphyThe 4 journalists killed in the Israeli attack on Nasser Hospital: Hossam al-Masri – photojournalist with Reuters Mohammed Salama – photojournalist with Al Jazeera Mariam Abu Daqa – journalist with several media outlets including Associated Press Moaz Abu Taha – journalist with NBC network
- Great stories from #community #journalists in Northern Ireland: steady.page/en/viewdigit... Thanks @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk for support. @viewdigital.bsky.social
- I'm recruiting for participants in a new Community Journalism Project in #Belfast. The free course, funded by @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk , aids #diversity and #inclusion in the #media. Migrant woman and disabled people co-create for @viewdigital.bsky.social . More: viewdigital.org/comment-givi...
- On Sunday @viewdigital.bsky.social took part in 'Bank of Ideas' in City Hall #Belfast. We think the city needs a a Pop-Up People's Newsroom! #culture #community #journalism
- Vote for VIEWdigital at the Bank of Ideas in Belfast City Hall on June 29 - viewdigital.org/vote-for-vie...
- Great to see the Bank of Ideas ‘’market’ happening in #Belfast VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! #culturebelfast @viewdigital.bsky.social @universityofatypical.org
- VIEWdigital to take part in ‘Bank of Ideas’ event at Belfast City Hall - viewdigital.org/viewdigital-...
- At @viewdigital.bsky.social we marked #IndieNewsWeek in a difficult week in #NorthernIreland due to racist violence. Thanks to @universityofatypical.org for providing space. @publicinterestnews.org.uk @nujofficial.bsky.social Read my article here: viewdigital.org/viewdigital-...
- I'm running a #Community #Journalism project in #Belfast. Call into @universityofatypical.org tomorrow at 3 to find out more. Details: viewdigital.org/hold-the-fro... @viewdigital.bsky.social @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk @publicinterestnews.org.uk @nujofficial.bsky.social
- A @viewdigital.bsky.social investigation into the lack of wheelchair accessible taxis in #NorthernIreland by @mywayaccess.bsky.social and @brianone.bsky.social supported by the @sci-belfast.bsky.social was launched this week. Read: viewdigital.org/report-into-... @profjohnbarry.bsky.social
- Apply now: New Community Journalism training project seeks applicants from disabled and migrant communities - viewdigital.org/apply-now-ne... - @nwmf.bsky.social
- Delighted @viewdigital.bsky.social ed @brianone.bsky.social has been working with @mywayaccess.bsky.social on an important #transport story with support from the @sci-belfast.bsky.social Participatory Journalism Fellowship.
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- Latest from @viewdigital.bsky.social REVIEW: One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad – a devastating critique of Western complicity over genocide in Gaza. Read: viewdigital.org/review-one-d... @canongate.co.uk
- Reposted by Una MurphyWe're in New York this week for #CSW69! We'll gather evidence and good practice on how to strengthen gender equality and services that meet women's needs, and share our experiences from Northern Ireland. We'll be posting updates here & over on X as @niwep and on instagram as @womensplatformni .
- How Capitalism is Profiting from Misogyny: A Deep Dive into the Exploitation of Gender Stereotypes in Mobile Gaming dorseteye.com/how-capitali...
- Good article on violence against woman and domestic abuse from @stubailie.bsky.social New reporting guidelines for media and comms workers were published yesterday by @womensaidni.bsky.social. Here's the link: www.womensaidni.org/resources/re... @amanda.ie
- A story. Back in the night: music and femicide in the Black North. Told through songs by Gender Chores, Problem Patterns and others. Stats, studies, inertia and fightbacks. Trigger Warning: mention of gender-based violence. Dig With It story link: www.digwithit.com?p=3510
- Love this #SundaySlogan thanks @raiseyourvoiceni.bsky.social
- #SundaySlogan Have Trust in Your Ability. You are more than capable. Live your purpose
- Reposted by Una MurphyIn December 2024, @deepaiyer.bsky.social and @bulldogshadow.bsky.social explored the impact of the US election on democracy and human rights worldwide in an online conversation hosted by SCI. This takeaway is just one of many. Read more 👉 www.socialchangeinitiative.com/cultivating-...
- Reposted by Una MurphyDelighted to be supporting this important Community Foundation NI conference on Building Solidarity & Tackling Racism with NICVA & Africa House.
- Reposted by Una MurphyThe Orwell Society/NUJ Young Journalists Award 2025 is open for entries. Check the judging criteria and apply for the prestigious award including cash prizes and membership of The Orwell Society and NUJ. orwellsociety.com/bursary/the-...
- Reposted by Una Murphy£250,000 of grants available for Belfast projects to help end violence against women and girls - viewdigital.org/250000-of-gr...
- Reposted by Una MurphyIrish journalist Mary O’Hara tells of having to leave her home as fires still rage in Los Angeles - viewdigital.org/irish-journa...
- Reposted by Una MurphyMy investigation with @sci-belfast.bsky.social and @viewdigital.bsky.social is progressing well. Lots of in-depth interviews with disabled people across Northern Ireland. I need your stories too. Please drop a short paragraph and photo of your experiences, for publication, to info@mywayaccess.com.
- Celebrating Nollaig na mBan
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- Reposted by Una MurphyPlease fill-in survey for ideas on May Day celebrations in Belfast docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
- Reposted by Una MurphyAs we look forward to 2025, we celebrate the top 10 performing stories for VIEWdigital in 2024 - viewdigital.org/as-we-look-f...
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- Reposted by Una MurphyAmid continued attacks, siege, and blockade, Israel is destroying conditions of life in #Gaza, according to a new Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) report: "Gaza: Life in a death trap" msf.org.au/article/stat...
- Reposted by Una MurphyHRW accuses Israel of 'acts of genocide' for restricting #Gaza water access rfi.my/BFh5.X
- Reposted by Una MurphyA reminder that the NUJ is holding a lunchtime vigil on Saturday next, December 21st at the Wolfe Tone Statue, St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2 at 1PM to protest at the killing and targeting of journalists by Israel. www.nuj.org.uk/resource/nuj...
- Reposted by Una MurphyA disturbing saga that continues www.channel4.com/news/police-...
- Reposted by Una MurphyComment: Dervilia Kernaghan: ‘Reforming women’s healthcare requires more than reports and acknowledgements; it demands immediate and meaningful action. Women deserve better, and it is high time we delivered on that promise’ - viewdigital.org/comment-derv...
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- Every Little Helps?
- Last week @viewdigital.bsky.social held a community journalism workshop as part of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Festival #NIHRF
- VIEWdigital shines a light on community stories as part of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Festival - viewdigital.org/viewdigital-...
- Calls for an immediate moratorium on data centre expansion in Ireland #climatecrisis
- Data centres will prolong - and even increase - our use of fossil fuels. Research by @hannahdaly.ie for @foeireland.bsky.social www.independent.ie/irish-news/d...
- May be of interest @mywayaccess.bsky.social @nujofficial.bsky.social
- Reposted by Una MurphyFantastic support today for the Guardian & Observer strike; thanks to all who came to the picket line incl Anne Robinson, Grayson & Philippa Perry, Rebecca Long-Bailey, John McDonnell, Mick Lynch & Paul Nowak. Speakers incl general secretary-elect Laura Davison. Photos: Mark Thomas #SaveTheObserver
- Reposted by Una MurphyToday Guardian and Observer journalists are on strike over plans to sell the Observer to a loss-making digital start up and put its journalism behind a paywall. 🧵 How can you support us? SHARE our posts WRITE to guardian.readers@theguardian.com JOIN US - there's cake!
- Reposted by Una MurphyNorthern Ireland Human Rights Festival launched with a huge array of events, artists and topics - viewdigital.org/northern-ire...
- I organised a #video #production course for @nujofficial.bsky.social members in #Belfast #JoinAUnion
