Episode 85: Martin McDonagh

In this week's episode, Sarah is joined by traveller activist and aspiring barrister, Martin McDonagh. Martin is currently furthering his career in law through the University of Ulster, Access to Justice LLM hoping to work in human rights and social justice. He recently set up Northern Ireland’s first Traveller-led support group. Martin touches on some of the challenges faced by the Irish Traveller community and discusses his determination to champion social change and amplify marginalised voices through the law and his activism.

**TW  - This episode touches on issues of suicide and mental health.  For support please follow the links below:  

Northern Ireland: https://zerosuicidealliance.com/urgent-help/helplines-and-support-northern-ireland

Ireland: https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/nosp/help/

UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helping-someone-else/supporting-someone-who-feels-suicidal/useful-contacts/