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Belfast and District NUJ are organising the Lyra McKee Inaugural Lecture at the start of November to celebrate the life of the young journalist who was shot dead in Derry in 2019.
The event is open to all and free of charge but tickets need to be booked in advance.
Taking place on the eve of International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists you can join NUJ colleagues, Lyra's friends and family to celebrate our respected and much valued member who lost her life in such a tragic way.
Guest speaker on the day is Susan McKay, journalist and author and Ireland’s press ombudsperson. “Lyra - let her voice not be forgotten.”
Additionally Dunja Mijatović, Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe, will speak along with: Natasha Hirst, President, NUJ; Seamus Dooley, Irish Secretary, NUJ; Nichola McKee Corner, Lyra’s sister; Father Martin McGill and Alison Millar, film maker.
Belfast and District NUJ include local NUJ members from the Newry area and surrounds.
The lecture takes place on 1 November 2023 at Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast.
Reception 7pm, lecture 7.30pm and refreshments at approximately 9.30pm.
Off street parking available.
This is a free event but tickets must be booked in advance at www.eventbrite.co.uk
Email lyrainaugurallecturenujbelfast@gmail.com for further information.
