The mission of Viatores Christi is to work in solidarity with partner organisations to improve the lives of local people by improving access to basic services.

Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl TD will present the Oireachtas Human Dignity Award to Gena Heraty of Viatores Christi on Thursday 8 December.

Newstalk radio documentary looks at the plight of children with special needs abandoned because their families don't have the means to take care of them.

New initiative aimed at increasing the number of Irish volunteers.