Culture night: Department of Justice - A Celebration of Cultures and Community
Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration will share a video of a special staff-led event celebrating the diverse cultural heritages within the Department. The programme includes songs in Filipino, French, Scottish Gaelic, Irish, English, Latin, and Zulu—performed and music for a lively set dance finale. Musicians will accompany the singers on instruments ranging from the uilleann pipes and harp to the shruti box. Staff will share reflections on similarities and differences between their own cultures and Irish culture, alongside a short presentation tracing the Department’s history. No Booking Required. 19 Sept from 4pm. Click here for more information.
Culture night: Courts Service - Virtual tours of court buildings
Explore some of Dublin’s main court buildings online before you visit. Virtual tours let you look around the courtroom and public areas, rotate the camera, and click on information points to learn more. 19 Sept. Click here for more information.
Discussion on CoE’s Committee for the Prevention of Torture (IPRT)
Irish Penal Reform Trust (IPRT) panel discussion to reflect on the findings of the Council of Europe’s Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT) following its most recent official visit to Ireland. The CPT’s report, published in July 2025, highlights pressing issues within Ireland’s prisons and other places of detention including Oberstown Detention Campus. 24 September 2025 at 15.45, FLAC, Dublin 1. Click here for information on the IPRT website.
Irish Criminal Justice Agencies Conference: 'Youth Justice in Motion: Prevention, Intervention, Contribution'
The 11th Irish Criminal Justice Agencies Conference focussing on 'Youth Justice in Motion: Prevention, Intervention, Contribution' will take place on Friday, 10th October 2025 in Dublin 8. This year’s Irish Criminal Justice Agencies (ICJA) conference explores the evolving landscape of youth justice through the lens of movement and progress. From early prevention efforts that tackle the root causes of offending, to effective interventions that support young people in crisis, and finally to recognising their contributions as active agents of change — we’ll examine how the system can better respond to, and grow with, the needs of young people. Join us for thought-provoking discussions, innovative ideas, and practical solutions that keep youth justice moving forward. The lead partner is Oberstown Children Detention Campus and this conference is free to attend. Click here for more information.
'Five Books That Could Save Your Life' event, 16 October
Domestic abuse experts Madeline Mc Aleer, Danielle Roberts, and Noelle Collins with Sarah Harte discusses why victims of coercive control find themselves trapped in ‘invisible chains’ and how coercively controlling relationships can end in murder. They also examine DSGBV prevention and barriers to recognising and responding to coercive control. This event is part of the Irish Arts and Human Rights Festival 2025 and is supported by the National Women’s Council. 'Five Books That Could Save Your Life' at The Atrium, Department of Justice, Dublin, on Thursday, 16 October 2025, at 1 pm. The event is free but ticketed – click here to book.
Dublin International Disputes Week
Dublin International Disputes Week (DIDW) is a forum for international practitioners and general counsel, providing access to thought leaders and prominent international practitioners specialising in litigating complex, cross-border disputes. 20-24 October. Click here for more information.
Ethnic inequalities in the Criminal Justice System: Evidence from the Crown Court in England and Wales
UK Office for National Statistics, part of the Research Excellence Series 2025 collection. This talk will discuss findings examining the extent and drivers of ethnic inequalities in the Criminal Justice System drawing on criminal justice datasets developed through Data First, a pioneering data-linking programme led by the Ministry of Justice and funded by ADR UK. 23 October (online). Click here further details.
International Corrections and Prisons Association Conference, Istanbul, Türkiye
The International Corrections and Prisons Association's (ICPA) 27th Annual Conference and AGM will be held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from October 26-31 2025, hosted by the General Directorate of Prisons and Detention Houses, Türkiye. This year's theme is "Wellbeing in Corrections: Initiatives for Staff, Systems and Communities." The conference will cover a wide range of topics under the banner of wellbeing, including new trends and innovations, the use of technology, community-based corrections, mental health and healthcare, cohort-specific corrections, education, vocational training, and much more. Click here further details.
9th Global Conference on Criminal Finances and Cryptoassets
Jointly organised by Europol, UNODC and the Basel Institute on Governance, this annual event brings together practitioners and experts to advance global efforts to counter criminal use of crypto. This is a non-commercial conference that is free to attend in person or online. 28-29 October, Vienna, Austria. In-person attendance is limited to one participant per company or organisation. Virtual attendance is possible on both days. Click here for more information.
Annual EU CharterXchange, 8-9 December, Online
The CharterXchange aims at increasing the exchange of knowledge and experience and fostering collaboration among experts, policymakers, and stakeholders through a regular forum, which started in 2023, dedicated to the EU Charter. The agenda and take-aways of the first and second EU CharterXchanges are available online. 8-9 December, Online. Click here for more information.
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