蜜芽传媒

Documentary examining the disproportionately high suicide rates within the Traveller community, told through the story of 12-year-old Patrick McDonagh from Dublin, whose death made national headlines in Ireland.

The film follows Patrick鈥檚 parents, Michelle and Pat, as they cope with their loss, while also exploring the broader social and structural challenges faced by Travellers, including discrimination, exclusion and limited access to mental health services.

Leading Traveller voices from around the Republic of Ireland, including Senator Eileen Flynn and director of the Traveller Counselling Service Thomas McCann, provide insight into the lived experiences of a community often marginalised both in Ireland and the UK.

Through the compelling first-hand account of Bernie Power, a Traveller outreach worker, we come to understand the inner turmoil of those from the Traveller community struggling with poor mental health, and the real-life positive impact of reaching out for help.

Developed in close collaboration with Traveller organisations, the film presents an unfiltered view of the impact of suicide on families and communities, and the urgent need for targeted interventions.

Patrick鈥檚 death resonated deeply across the Traveller community, highlighting the scale of the crisis and the need for collective action.