We are deeply concerned by reports from students and staff regarding experiences of racism and xenophobia over the past weeks in the city.
To learn more, we are holding a Town Hall meeting to listen to concerns on Wednesday 15th October in Regent House, Front Square from 1-2 PM.
This meeting is jointly organised by the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Office, Human Resources, Trinity Global, and Student Counselling Services.
All Trinity students and staff are welcome to attend.
We will also be joined by colleagues from several areas of Trinity who can answer questions about supports and resources available.
We intend for this event to offer an open and supportive space for students and staff to share their experiences and concerns and to collectively consider ways to ensure that Trinity remains a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.
After this Town Hall meeting, the EDI Office will offer drop-in hours for one-to-one conversations with their team which are available to those who can’t join on the 15th and/or wish to discuss their concerns or experiences privately.
One-to-one conversations
If you'd like to talk to us privately about your concerns on this issue we will be available for students and staff to drop by and talk to a member of our team in the week of 20th October 2025 at venues on campus.
- Monday 20th October, 10-11am: Global Mobility Pod on the 2nd Floor concourse, Arts Building (near the Thomas Swift Theatre)
- Wednesday 22nd October, 1-2pm: Global Experience Pod in the Hamilton Building
- Friday 24th October, 5-6pm: Global Mobility Pod on the 2nd Floor concourse, Arts Building (near the Thomas Swift Theatre)
- Tuesday 28th October, 12-1pm: Global Mobility Pod on the 2nd Floor concourse, Arts Building (near the Thomas Swift Theatre)
- Wednesday 29th October 12-1pm: Global Mobility Pod on the 2nd Floor concourse, Arts Building (near the Thomas Swift Theatre)
You can drop by at anytime during these slots without an appointment and chat to a member of our team
In the interim, if you have any questions or concerns that you would like to share privately, or if cannot join us on 15th but would like to talk to someone from the EDI Office, you can contact:
Assia Boudhar, Race Equality Officer: boudhara@tcd.ie
Or
Joel McKeever, Equality Officer: equality@tcd.ie
Below is a list of further resources that you can call on:
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Dignity, Respect and Consent Service
- Student Counselling Services
- College Health Service
- DisAbility Service
- Your Tutor or course coordinator (contact if you have academic concerns)
- Postgraduate Advisory Service (contact if you have academic concerns)
- Trinity Access
- Trinity Global
- Trinity Ecumenical Chaplaincy
- After hours supports
- New Employee Hub
- Staff wellbeing supports
- Employee assistance programme
Finally, we suggest you consider downloading Safe Zone, a Trinity App that increases the security and safety of our students and staff while in a Trinity location. It provides immediate access to Trinity resources for assistance in cases of emergencies or when an alert is raised.
Accessibility: If you have any additional questions or requests, please email equality@tcd.ie
Event Name: Townhall Meeting about racism/xenophobia concerns in the city
Event Description: We are deeply concerned by reports from students and staff regarding experiences of racism and xenophobia over the past weeks in the city. To learn more, we are holding a Town Hall meeting to listen to concerns on Wednesday 15th October in Regent House, Front Square from 1-2 PM. This meeting is jointly organised by the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Office, Human Resources, Trinity Global, and Student Counselling Services.
Event Location: Regent House, Front Square
Event Organiser Name: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Office
Event Organiser Email: equality@tcd.ie
Event Start Time: 13:00
Event End Time: 14:00
Event Start Date: 2025-10-15
Event End Date: 2025-10-15
Is this event hosted online? No
Event Recording: Cannot be recorded
Is this an in-person event? Not selected
Is the event accessible? Yes, wheelchair accessible
Is seating available at the event? Yes - basic chairs
Wheelchair accessible toilet: Accessibility unknown
Hearing Loop Availability: Yes
Irish Sign Language Interpretation Availability: No
- Speaker Accessibility Accommodations -
Adjustable Podium Height: No
Personal Microphone: Yes
Speech-to-Text Service: No
Hearing Loop Available: Yes
Other Specified Adjustments: No
Accessibility Requirements: Yes, accessibility requirements are queried
Disabled Person's Parking Availability: No, disabled person's parking is not available
Are there provisions for a designated quiet space? Yes, a quiet space is available
Is event information clear, concise, and provided in multiple formats? Yes, information is clear and in multiple formats
Is a detailed timeline of the event provided? Available by request at the event
Audio description availability: No, audio description not available
Are the presentation slides accessible? Yes, presentation slides are accessible
Does the event include a video showing or video call? No, it does not include a video
Masking: The event will not encourage masking
HEPA: No, the event will not have HEPA filters
Open Windows: Available by request at event
Will single-use items be available at the event? No
Will the event be a zero waste event? No
Will the event take a veggie first approach? 100% vegan or vegetarian
Gluten free options availability: Unknown
Are foods labelled with all their ingredients? Yes, foods are labelled
Will public transport and active travel be promoted for the event? Yes
Are products procured for the event sustainably sourced or produced? Sustainability unknown
Will the event promote sustainability awareness and education among attendees? No, there are no plans to promote sustainability awareness
Any further comments or details? There is a lift in the venue and a local bathroom however this is step access only. The nearest guaranteed accessible bathroom is the 1st floor of the Arts Building. Additional options may be indicated at the event.
Please provide contact details for any access enquiries: equality@tcd.ie
Please provide a website link for the event: https://www.tcd.ie/equality/news/2025/racism-townhall/
Cost: Free