Leadership Mission
SEPTEMBER 29 – OCTOBER 2 | GALWAY & MAYO
You are invited to join the Irish American Partnership’s Board of Directors on our 2024 Leadership Mission. The mission is a unique and compelling way to see modern Ireland and truly connect to the grassroots work of Partnership.
It would be wonderful to have you with us as our delegation heads west to visit and evaluate Partnership programs, including schools, universities, and community development organizations in counties Galway, and Mayo. This trip is designed to give you a greater understanding of our work – and your impact – throughout Ireland. You will have the opportunity to engage over dinner with senior government officials, Partnership friends and partners in academia, business, sports, and the arts.
ITINERARY
Sunday, September 29
Welcome Reception & Dinner at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Monday, September 30
Travel to Connemara via the Wild Atlantic Way
Private guided tour and talk at Kylemore Abbey
Visit to Connemara-based primary school
Hosted Dinner in Galway
Tuesday, October 1
Depart Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate
Visit to the Activating Social Empathy program at the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre at the University of Galway
Hosted lunch in Westport
Visit the Access Program at the Atlantic Technological University Mayo campus, Castlebar
Reception and supper at Mount Falcon Estate, Ballina
Wednesday, October 2
Visit to Mount Palmer National School, Kilfian
Private guided tour and talk at the Mary Robinson Centre, Ballina
Farewell Dinner at the Mount Falcon Estate
Thursday, October 3
Depart Mount Falcon Estate for Galway/Shannon Airport
“This organization is doing great work for educational initiatives on the island of Ireland. This announcement of $500,000 funding will provide essential support to the next generation of Irish children – and strengthens the ties between our two countries.”
— US Ambassador to Ireland, Claire Cronin
The 2022 Leadership Mission was an opportunity to thank donors, friends, and partners across the Atlantic for their ongoing investment in Ireland’s future. Our delegates met with schools, students, universities, and community programs, and disbursed $500,000 in grants during this trip, bringing the year-to-date funding for Ireland to $1.2 million.