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The new POD Play Hub has launched at the International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) centre in Westside Apartments, Letterkenny.
The facility was officially opened by Dr. Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children, highlighting a significant step forward in supporting children living in direct provision and emergency accommodation settings.
The launch event was attended by residents, community advocates, local stakeholders, and representatives from support organisations dedicated to improving conditions for asylum-seeking families in Donegal.
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5. Caroline Sheehan, National Home Visiting Programme Manager at Tusla, Dr. Niall Muldoon, Ireland's Ombudsman for Children, Mary McGowan, Chairperson of the Parenting Organisation Donegal, and Mary Walker Callaghan, Director of Services for the Donegal Parenting Organisation
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6. From left: Grace Gallagher, Maura McGettigan, Dr. Niall Muldoon, Ireland's Ombudsman for Children, Eve Coleman and Lisa Smyth.
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7. Dr. Niall Muldoon speaking at the official launch
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8. Some of the crowd at the official launch of the new POD Play Hub
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