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Women of Ireland Fund

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The Taoiseach has welcomed the launch of a new fund aimed at helping disadvantaged women into employment.

Leo Varadkar has spoken of his hopes for the 1.8 million euro (£1.58 million) Mna na hEireann – Women of Ireland – fund.

It will be the first in the nation to support charities and social enterprises that seek to aid women experiencing disadvantage access to sustained employment.

Mr Varadkar said: “The 1.8 million euro fund has the potential to create a lasting impact and transform the lives of the women involved and add value to our society.

“This initiative also complements the work being done by Government to reduce the gender pay gap in Ireland and ensure greater representation of women across all sectors of Irish society.”

Source ITV

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