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Irish Independent
11-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Irish Independent
Venue chosen for Wicklow's Africa Day carnival
Home > Regionals > Wicklow > Bray Pictured at the launch of Africa Day: Lapree Lala, Michael Chanda, Minister Neale Richmond, Vanessa Mallet, Florence Olufemi-Ojo and Leon Diop. At the recent launch of the event, at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond, explained exactly what the day is about and encouraged everyone to join in. 'Ireland has growing trade, political and cultural links across the continent of Africa. There is also a large Irish African community, who are making significant contributions to our society and economy in towns and villages throughout Ireland. This day is an opportunity to promote those links and learn more about African cultures. I am delighted local authorities will be taking part in Africa Day 2025 and look forward to vibrant celebrations nationwide,' he said. Mr Richmond was joined by representatives of the African community, including dancer Lapree Lala; Discovery Gospel Choir singer, Michael Chanda and Vanessa Mallet; fashion designer, Florence Olufemi-Ojo and presenter of the popular Black & Irish Podcast, Leon Diop.
Irish Independent
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Kilglass NS represents Sligo in ‘Our World Awards' as Irish Aid celebrates 20 years of the national awards programme
This year, Sligo primary schools were encouraged to learn about the lives of children and their families in Mozambique, Somalia, and The Lao People's Democratic Republic, also known as Laos, focusing on how Ireland and 192 other countries are working together to create a better future for all through support for the 17 UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Kilglass NS in Enniscrone proudly represented County Sligo in this year's Our World Awards from Irish Aid, submitting a thoughtful and creative entry that highlighted their learning about Irish Aid and the UN Global Goals. It was the 6th class pupils who led the project, creating a beautiful, eye-catching poster that reflected both their artistic talents and their understanding of global issues. Through vibrant artwork, they showcased what they had learned about the important work being carried out by Irish Aid around the world. Open to primary school pupils from 3rd to 6th class across the country, the Our World Awards encourages children to explore important global themes such as climate action, equality and international development, while reflecting on Ireland's role in creating positive change. Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD expressed his delight at the number of schools taking part in this year's awards. 'This year saw an impressive rise in the number of entries for the Our World Awards. This response highlights the growing emphasis on Global Citizenship Education in our primary schools, which is very encouraging," he said. Judging is now underway and shortlisted schools will be invited to the National Final taking place at the Printworks, Dublin Castle on Friday 30th May 2025 where their entries will be celebrated and the Our World Awards School of the Year, 2025 will be announced.
