Ireland's Traveller Women
Our World · Season 2020 · Episode 15
Irish society has changed dramatically in recent years, but discrimination against Travellers remains widespread. In 2017, in a bid to change public attitudes, Travellers were formally recognised by Ireland's government as a distinct ethnic group, but many say they are still unfairly treated. Our World meets three young women fighting to bust the myths about their community and make their dreams a reality.
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Season
2020
Episode
15
Air Date
15/May/2020
Air Time
21:30
Runtime
30 min
Overview
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Irish society has changed dramatically in recent years, but discrimination against Travellers remains widespread. In 2017, in a bid to change public attitudes, Travellers were formally recognised by Ireland's government as a distinct ethnic group, but many say they are still unfairly treated. Our World meets three young women fighting to bust the myths about their community and make their dreams a reality.
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