Finola Cassidy

Finola Cassidy

survivor Ireland

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.

Born on Oct 01, 1961 (64 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
16,767
Power
17$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 2 7.00 0.33% +0% 5,030,000 16,767 $5,100 17$
Totals 2 5,030,000 16,767 $5,100 17$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Finola Cassidy is the spokeswoman for the Irish Thalidomide Association who emphasized the urgency of an apology. 7

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: words are not enough – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Finola Cassidy is the spokeswoman for the Irish Thalidomide Association who emphasized the need for an apology. 7

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Survivors of thalidomide drug to be offered formal State apology – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Finola Cassidy is a long-time spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association and has been advocating for the rights of thalidomide survivors. 7

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: A shock finding in the Irish State archives – The Irish Times