Author Archives: Museum of Free Derry

An open letter in support of UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese was signed by the Bloody Sunday Trust and more than 1,000 signatories in just a few days. The letter, with signatories, represents a great sign of solidarity in these difficult times.

The Museum of Free Derry continues to have a significant impact on Derry’s economy. In 2025, 49,063 visitors came through our doors, helping generate an estimated £16 million in spend across the city and supporting the equivalent of 76 full-time jobs. Visitor influence, local investment, and volunteer contributions have all grown compared to 2024, underliningContinue reading “Museum of Free Derry Shows Strong and Growing Benefit for Derry”

The Bloody Sunday Trust is proud to announce that it has raised and donated a total £44,991.69 to Palestinian causes over the past three years. Among the beneficiaries were the Palestinian National Initiative, the Palestinian Medical Relief Society and the Amjaad Charity, a small organisation in Gaza that provides help to families in Gaza. TheContinue reading “Bloody Sunday Trust donates over £44k to Palestinian Causes”

The Bloody Sunday Trust has written to the Taoiseach reminding him of his Government’s obligations under the Genocide Convention following  his statement that the Republic of Ireland’s games against Israel in the UEFA Nations’ League should go ahead.  Tony Doherty, Chair of the Trust said: It is unequivocally accepted at the highest level within theContinue reading “Bloody Sunday Trust Reminds Taoiseach of Genocide Convention Obligations “

Tony Doherty, Chair of the Bloody Sunday Trust whose father was murdered on Bloody Sunday, has criticised DUP leader Gavin Robinson MP for his criticism of the Bloody Sunday families’ actions “in the pursuit of others” i.e. those who shot their loved ones to death on our streets, exhorting us to give up our questContinue reading “Gavin Robinson of the DUP criticises Bloody Sunday families”

The Bloody Sunday Trust has announced the details of this year’s Bloody Sunday commemoration, which will run from Friday 30 January until Sunday 1 February 2026. On Friday 30 January there will be a reflective event at 4.00pm at the Bloody Sunday Monument in Rossville St in memory of those murdered on Bloody Sunday. ThisContinue reading “Bloody Sunday 2026 Programme launched”

The Bloody Sunday Trust has strongly criticised the GAA following its decision to maintain links with Allianz despite the insurance company being identified as profiting from the Gaza Genocide in a report prepared by UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese.  Chair of the Bloody Sunday Trust, Tony Doherty emphasised that Allianz is specifically referenced in theContinue reading “Bloody Sunday Trust Criticises GAA Allianz Decision”

Councillor Ruairí McHugh, the current Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, has stated that the formal adoption of the North West Anti Racism Charter, throughout Derry, Strabane and district, sends a veryunequivocal message that: Our city and district is a welcome place for everyone You can read more about the adoption of TheContinue reading “NWARC – Mayor says everyone is welcome in Derry!”

To mark the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (29 November), the Bloody Sunday Trust is urging community and voluntary organisations across Derry City & Strabane District Council to take part in a BDS compliance audit. Now more than ever, the people of Palestine need effective international solidarity to hold those complicit inContinue reading “Bloody Sunday Trust calls on organisations to conduct a BDS audit”

The Bloody Sunday Trust has announced a special programme of free public events at the Museum of Free Derry this November, coinciding with the museum’s extended opening hours until 6pm. The November programme brings together filmmakers, writers, and activists for a series of evening events exploring conflict, peace, identity, and civil rights. Each event offersContinue reading “November Evening Events at Museum of Free Derry”