‘Race’ and Racism in Northern Ireland: A Review of the Research Evidence

Year Published:

Paul Connolly


This review was funded by the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister and managed by the Research Branch of the Equality Directorate of the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister. 

The views expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of Departments.

This report provides a comprehensive overview and assessment of the empirical research that has been conducted to date on the experiences and needs of minority ethnic people living in Northern Ireland. It sets this briefly within the wider context of current legislative and political initiatives in the region and also broader debates concerning ‘race’, racism and institutional racism. The report concludes with a consideration of the key challenges facing policy makers and service providers responsible for meeting the needs of minority ethnic people in the region.