Mavis Ramazani, originally from South Africa is a Project Officer with the Irish Refugee Council.

She is a Sheroes Global Award winner (2022) recognised for mentoring young people particularly women from ethnic minority backgrounds.

Her talk will cover the living conditions in direct provision, trying to rebuild after displacement, integrating by getting involved in community events, volunteering, starting Cooking for Freedom, empowering women and young girls with the information and how to access various basic support services, creating awareness in the community and connecting with individuals using the power of sharing food.

Mavis will speak on Thursday afternoon (27th July) at 2.30 pm at the Maldron Hotel. All are welcome.