Free Computers and Internet Access
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Home Access is a government drive working to help low-income families to get access to a computer and the internet to get online at home.
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Low income families in receipt of certain benefits could qualify for a grant to buy a computer and/or a minimum of one years’ internet access. The programme is aimed at those that need it most and targets families that do not have access to a computer or the internet at home.
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Low income parents in receipt of benefits, may qualify for a grant if they are living with a child:
- Attending school in years 3 to 9 (age 7 to age 15)
- Attending a state-maintained school in England full time
- Who has not already had a computer from a Home Access Grant or similar programme, such as Computers for Pupils
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Find out more and download an application form here: www.homeaccess.org.uk or call the
Home Access Grant Helpline on 03332001004
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Pavee Ceilidh-Irish Travellers Talk about their History- DVD – OUT NOW!
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After much anticipation the DVDÂ Pavee Ceilidh – Irish Travellers talk about their history is available.
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If you would like a FREE copy please send a Stamped Addressed Envelope (SAE) to;
Irish Traveller Movement in Britain
The Resourse Centre
356 Holloway Road
London
N7 6PA
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The DVD is in a typical DVD case but is very light and would only need postage of 2 x second class stamps or one first class.
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Join Haringey Traveller Peoples’ Driving Theory Support Group and pass your driving Theory test!
This group is open to Haringey Travellers and meets every Thursday 10.00- 12.00 starting in January 2010 at St Ann’s Library,  Cissbury Road,  N15 5PU
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Contact Michael or Janet on 020 8489 3602/3005 or Michelle on 020 8809 8345 for a place in this group. Leave a message with your name and contact number if no one answers. Places are limited and will be allocated on first come first served basis. A waiting list will be available. This is a partnership between Haringey Libraries and Adult Learning Service, Haringey Travelling Peoples’ Team and CARA Traveller Support Service.
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Irish Traveller Movement in Britain National Conference 19th of November 2009
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The conference was a huge success! Thanks to everyone who got involved. Check out the pictures on our Facebook Page
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New Traveller History Month Website
Pavee Ceilidh is the exciting new Traveller history website that explores Irish Traveller history and culture.
www.irishtraveller.org.uk/pavee
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Meet Your Neighbours: Irish Traveller Role Models Speak Out
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ITMB has produced a DVD in which a broad range of the Traveller and Gypsey community to speak out about their lives and experiences.
It is a great resource for teachers and youth workers as well as Travellers or members of the wider community who wish to learn more about Irish Travellers.
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DVD is currently out of stock
(The DVD is currently out of stock (normally costing £10), if you would like to reserve a copy please e-mail info@irishtraveller.org.uk and we will contact you when they are available.)
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Advice surgery
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The Irish Traveller Movement in Britain is developing an advice surgery to help Irish Travellers and their support groups. Staff will be available to give advice on:
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Securing funding for small groups
Developing organisations.
Organising local campaigns
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For more details email info@irishtraveller.org.uk