University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. 

We pride ourselves in our role as champions for a more diverse, equal and inclusive society. Our research community are providing insights to the complexities of this vision across many areas including education, justice and social inclusion and the future of work. 

Spotlight Greentown

How can we stop criminal gangs exploiting children?

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President’s Research Excellence and Impact Award for Outstanding Collaboration

Podcast: Nothing about us, Without us

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‘Landmark study’ by UL researchers examines Travellers’ relationship with judiciary and gardaí

Travellers’ relationship with judiciary and gardaí

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UL Greentown Project

Funded by the Department of Justice, the Greentown Project aims to reduce the influence that crime gangs hold over children and families in the neighbourhoods that they operate in, and provide a practical route out of a crime gang for children already embedded or caught up in criminal activity .

Nurturing Research Talent

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University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good.
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Giving a voice to victims in the Irish criminal process

Giving a voice to victims in the Irish criminal process
Many of us will become a victim of crime at some point in our lives, yet many victims chose not to report these crimes to the police. Ultimately, a large number of victims in Ireland are not engaging in the criminal justice system. This case study seeks to better understand this phenomenon with a view to understanding how best to engage with and support victims of crime
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Examining zero hours and low hours work in Ireland

Examining zero hours and low hours work in Ireland
Zero hours work is work with no guaranteed hours. Researchers at the Kemmy Business School (KBS), University of Limerick, have been examining the prevalence and impact of zero hours work and low hours work amongst Irish employees.
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