Laura Harmon

To raise awareness among TDs and Senators of the ELE sector's economic contribution (EUR 1.46bn per Indecon), its student profile and the regulatory and immigration issues it faces, and to build support in the Oireachtas for the sector's policy positions.

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhill and seek improved transport options…

Highlighted that assistive technology is a fundamental human right under the UN CRPD ::Showcase the success of initiatives like DAT Central and DAT Works, which supports disabled job seekers and employers in leveraging technology for career entry and advancement.::Advocate for…

To raise the issues of PME Students to the Oireachtas Committee of FHERIS as well as in the Dáil. PME students undertake unpaid placement, their fees are increasing and there is a growing narrative of teachers burning out and not wishing to stay in their jobs long term. My…

To push the Minister for Justice to intervene in the case of Palestinian students denied visas, having secured places in institutions across Ireland

To reverse Government policy in re. student accommodation, with an eye to promoting public investment into State-owned student specific accommodation

To increase awareness and understanding among Oireachtas members of the importance and effectiveness of the HEAR and DARE schemes and to encourage continued political and policy support for initiatives that promote equitable access to higher education.

To secure political recognition of the strategic value of international students to Ireland and support for policies that strengthen Ireland's position as a leading destination for international education

Outlined key priorities on education and skills and shared Ibec's pre-budget submission.

Secure support for a transparent, permanent national mechanism whereby specialist disability funding follows the eligible student based on assessed need, irrespective of institutional type, with clear eligibility criteria, application and decision timelines, and the necessary…

Secure support for a transparent, permanent national mechanism whereby specialist disability funding follows the eligible student based on assessed need, irrespective of institutional type, with clear eligibility criteria, application and decision timelines, and the necessary…

Banning 'bogus charges' in student accomodation and to include service charges in the rent itself- rather than being an add on. This way, these hikes would be in compliance with the current rent pressure zones legislation.

Support for Cork Development Forum's priorities in education, including support for apprenticeships and skills development in key areas::Support for the further and higher education institutions in Cork to continue to develop, including in areas such as research

To brief Cork Representatives on the work of National Learning Network and to seek their support for a review of the current funding utilisation based funding model. ::To highlight local transport issues for students attending NLN, Hollyhilll

To engage with Irish TDs on Government priorities affecting the HE sector, with the aim of ensuring that the interests of Irish universities are reflected in policy and funding decisions. The intended result is to promote sustainable investment in higher education, research, and…