Generation Emigration

The Irish Times forum by and for Irish citizens abroad

‘Is my only real option to go to the UAE, NZ or Oz?’

As her contract in Spain comes to an end, Eimear Scott can no longer ignore the reality of the recession at home

Down Under: a darker side of surf and sunshine

Underneath its sunny facade, Australia has serious problems with drugs and gangs, writes Philip Lynch

Have you been home for the Gathering?

Have you been back to Ireland for a visit this year? Was it for an event as part of the Gathering, or would you have come home anyway?

James Joyce: Poster boy for Irish emigration

Joyce was a modernist genius, gifted tenor, lapsed Catholic – and also an emigrant, writes Niall McArdle

Hard times for young teachers

Graduates didn’t choose the profession for the pay, but they are finding it increasingly difficult to secure a post in Ireland so are looking abroad

‘Emigrants are Ireland’s frontline ambassadors abroad’

Working in New York real estate has given a Wexford native opportunities to present Ireland in a positive light

Moving2Canada adds Montreal section

Irish-run website has advice on finding accommodation, job hunting, networking and socialising in the city

When do you stop being an emigrant?

Turning 40, and with half a lifetime spent outside Ireland, made a Galway woman reflect