Finola Cassidy
Finola Cassidy is a thalidomide survivor and spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association (ITA). She advocates for the recognition and rights of unacknowledged thalidomide survivors in Ireland, emphasizing the emotional and historical injustices faced by those affected by the drug. Cassidy has been vocal about the heartbreak experienced by survivors and their families, highlighting the need for government acknowledgment and support for their struggles.
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Recent news mentions
Finola Cassidy is the spokeswoman for the Irish Thalidomide Association who emphasized the urgency of an apology.
words are not enough – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-28
Finola Cassidy is the spokeswoman for the Irish Thalidomide Association who emphasized the need for an apology.
Survivors of thalidomide drug to be offered formal State apology – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-26Finola Cassidy is a long-time spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association and has been advocating for the rights of thalidomide survivors.
A shock finding in the Irish State archives – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-07
Finola Cassidy, a survivor of thalidomide and a spokeswoman for the ITA, feels it was important to put Wednesday’s focus on that lack of acknowledgment of her fellow members.
Thalidomide survivors secure further political support on anniversary of drug withdrawal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-26
