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Consider making a gift in support of Former Ambassador to the United Nations the Partnership’s work to empower Samantha Power will be honored at our and educate. Donors can select a Nollaig na mBan women’s leadership breakfast specific school, village, town or county in Boston. throughout Ireland as the recipient of their gift. For more on our events that create and celebrate our direct connection to Ireland, see page 12. IMPACT REPORT

Scoil Agatha pupils enjoying the “Science Magic Show” at Mary Immaculate College Dear Friends, As we marked my 30th year with the Partnership in 2019, I have spent time reflecting on the power of connecting people back to Ireland.

We all yearn for connection. For ways to un- land, North and South. Between passionate, derstand our ancestral past, to demonstrate informed supporters honoring our Irish heri- our gratitude for the brave generations who tage, and the hardworking teachers, students came before us, and to tether ourselves in a and community leaders whose commitment, complex and uncertain world. For us, the con- creativity and drive shapes the Ireland we re- nection is most palpable in the radiant warmth turn to again and again, it is clear that we are of the Irish and Irish American people. stronger together, ní neart go cur le chėile.

The Partnership seeks to share that very hu- It is my sincere hope that we can continue to man connection between the people of Ire- work together to educate and inspire the next land and the United States. Our mission is generation of leaders. to link you back to the people and places you hold dear. We do this by fostering relation- On behalf of the people and communities in ships with Irish schools and communities that Ireland whom we support, míle míle buío- are charting a path towards a peaceful and chas, a thousand, thousand thanks, prosperous future – one that preserves the Irish way of life we cherish while also creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

Over the past three decades, it has been a Mary Sugrue privilege to work with the best network of CEO, Irish American Partnership Irish people on both sides of the Atlantic who are committed to a bright future for Ire-

@irishaporg 2 irishamericanpartnership YOUR IMPACT ACROSS IRELAND SUPPORTING education & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS THANKS TO YOUR GENEROSITY, the Partnership ACROSS IRELAND disbursed more than $1.5 Million to education, community, and heritage programs in Ireland, North & South in 2018. “On behalf of the Irish Government I would like to ADMINISTRATION 5% extend my thanks to you FUNDRAISING 2% for all that the Irish American Partnership does to celebrate and promote Irish heritage and the connection between our HERITAGE two countries.” PROMOTION 23% EDUCATION Michael Ring T.D. 62% Minister of State for Rural and Community Development COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 8% Fastrack to Information Technology (FIT)

Increase of 8% in grants disbursed from 2017.

2018 PROGRAMS

Education $ 994,518 Community Development $ 384,773 Heritage Promotion $ 134,593

TOTAL $1,513,884

We are proud to honor our heritage by investing in the people, culture, and ideas that build a peaceful and prosperous Ireland. Thanks to our incredible network of support, the Partnership has donated $33+ Million in support of 500+ schools and organizations across the island of Ireland since our founding in 1986.

The generosity of our donors has changed thousands of lives across the island of Ireland. You can support More than 500+ schools and students, schools, and communities of your choice and community organizations sup- clearly see the direct impact of your philanthropy. ported.

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ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

Growing up, Sean Trimble had always dreamed of getting University Games in Italy this past summer. a degree from Dublin City University (DCU). The odds of geography, however, were not in his favor, having grown “You have helped to change my future and also up in a nearby north Dublin community where a mere 15% of students even progress to third level education, let inspired me to help others and give back to my alone graduate. But thanks to supporters like you, Sean community. I hope that one day, I will be able to is well on his way to making this childhood dream help others achieve their goals as YOUR sup- a reality, becoming the first in his family to attend university. porters have helped me achieve mine.” - Sean Trimble Now in his second year of a Business Studies course, Sean credits the DCU Access Programme with giving him Propelled by the generous contributions of our members, the resources to succeed in university. “The financial sup- the Irish American Partnership is able to provide critical port in my scholarship has been a huge help. Without it, I funding to students like Sean through university access would have struggled,” Sean said. programs across the island of Ireland.

Empowered by the scholarship and other supports of- Partnership grants ensure that an equal opportunity is af- fered to first-generation students by DCU which have al- forded to all students, regardless of socioeconomic back- lowed him to integrate into the university community, Sean ground, to reach their full potential by enabling them to is thriving in the classroom and on the field. A talented study at Dublin City Unversity, Trinity College Dub- footballer, Sean balances his coursework and a part-time lin, Queen’s University Belfast, or Ulster University. job helping his dad at a factory with soccer training and These scholarships have an immediate and transformative matches. DCU is already opening doors for Sean, who impact on the lives of students, and in turn, Irish society. proudly represented his school and Ireland at the World

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Building a society that celebrates friendships across traditional divides.

From more than 30 years, the Irish American Part- nership has stood with schools of both traditions that harness education as a tool for peace. Edu- cating children together is an essential part of the reconciliation process and of building a society that celebrates respect, understanding and friend- ship. The integrated education model, in particu- lar, is designed to ensure inclusion of people from different religions, cultures, genders, abilities and socio-economic backgrounds in classrooms, and beyond.

Our longtime partner, the Integrated Education Fund (IEF), is on the frontlines of this grassroots movement. The IEF works to develop and grow integrated education in Northern Ireland in re- sponse to parental demand.

The parent and teacher led movement is gaining traction, even internationally, as evidenced by the IEF’s nomi- nation for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize along with the Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education.

This tremendous honor highlights the power of education in peace building and reconciliation and acknowl- edges the hard work of all involved—including supporters like you. Although over 79% of parents support the integrated model, there are still many major obsta- cles to desegregation—financial, political, and “The real heroes of this movement otherwise. Spearheaded by the Partnership 2019 are the parents, the pupils and the Nollaig na mBan honoree Baroness May Blood, the IEF seeks to eliminate barriers to starting inte- schools, together with friends grated schools. like the Irish American Partnership Despite the challenges of another year without supporters.” a functioning locally elected Assembly and the ongoing political uncertainty caused by Brexit, - Paul Caskey 2019 has been very encouraging for the IEF. Integrated Education Fund

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HARMONY THROUGH SHARED EDUCATION

Mercy Primary School and Edenbrooke Primary School Past collaboration between the schools has centered are located just blocks apart from each other along Crum- around the themes of student health and wellness, with lin Road, the main road in northwest Belfast. Despite the Mercy and Edenbrooke pupils coming together to gar- geographic proximity of the two schools of different faith den, paint, and practice mindfulness. The generosity of traditions, their Protestant and Catholic pupils would likely Irish American Partnership members has allowed the never have crossed paths—divided by fences and con- schools to continue, develop, and enhance their Shared tained in their own respective communities, which remain Education journey, improving reconciliation and educa- poles apart. tional outcomes.

Today, thanks in large part to a Partnership shared education grant made in honor of President Mary McAleese, a former student at Mercy, the two schools are writing a new chapter in Northern Ireland’s history, breaking down old prejudices by forming new lifelong friendships between bright young students.

The schools are about to embark on their third year of shared education activities, their most ambitious venture yet. Through this initiative, which now engages an impres- sive total of 780 students, the schools strive to promote good relations, empower the next generation of leaders and enhance pupil’s skills and attitudes to contribute to a cohesive society,” Edenbrooke Principal Lisa Grimason described.

“Thank you to all at the Partnership for helping the two schools to create the best future they can in an This year, a choir made up of Edenbrooke and Mercy pupils, is busy rehearsing for an upcoming Carol Concert in area with a tough past.” Belfast City Hall—an inspiring example that after decades Mary McAleese, 8th President of Ireland of discord, students from both communities can sing together in harmony.

6 @irishaporg irishamericanpartnership STEM EDUCATION: CREATING SKILLS FOR LIFE Dr. Maeve Liston is the Director of Enterprise and Community Engagement and a senior lecturer in science education at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick (MIC). A staunch advocate of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) education for all, Dr. Liston is a vital asset to the Partnership. She sat down with us during National Science Week in Ireland to discuss her efforts to engage and inspire young people from all backgrounds to explore STEM in fun, exciting, and approachable ways.

IAP: Can you tell our members a little more about your ML: My philosophy involves the concept of ‘STEM for role? All’, meaning that science is made more accessible and ML: I am responsible for widening access to MIC, making more relevant for all students, male and female. Exposing connections with nearby communities, locally in Limerick students to role models from STEM industries is critical— and Tipperary or in the broader region. STEM (science, meeting and working with experts helps remove negative technology, engineering, and math) outreach at MIC perceptions towards STEM. It is also important to include aims to demystify STEM and STEAM and to catalyze the parents and teachers in our outreach in order to promote public’s engagement with STEAM through a variety of an awareness of the prevalence of STEM in everyday life accessible and inclusive outreach activities for children, to help dismantle stereotypical images of scientists. teachers and families that focus on building creativity, innovation and STEAM skills for life. IAP: How has the generosity of Partnership members im- pacted your work? IAP: How do you “demystify STEM” and facilitate a love ML: Funding from the Irish American Partnership allows of learning and science? MIC to engage and inspire young people from all so- ML: All activities, from science festivals to robotics train- cio-economic backgrounds to explore STEM in fun and ing, involve thinking and acting like a scientist rather than exciting ways. By supporting science festivals, robotics getting the answer right. We want children to get out of schemes, and other programs, your members help extend the way of thinking that science is difficult or that it lacks learning beyond the curriculum into real world contexts. creativity, and instead be able to say to themselves, ‘I can The Partnership helps provide experiences of STEM, al- solve a problem, I know how to do this.’ lowing the younger generations to embrace innovation Children are already curious, always asking, ‘Why?’ and and transferable skills needed across all life-situations we should encourage them to keep doing that, get them and career paths. to open their eyes, look at the details of things around them, ask what things are made of and how they work. All our STEM outreach activities at MIC with children aim to ignite a spark so they develop that sense of wonder, with The Partnership is proud to support Maeve and the team the hope that it will never leave them—whatever path they at MIC and congratulates them on winning a Teachers take in life. Inspire Ireland award for their Vex Robotics Programme, as part of a national initiative that “seeks to recognize the IAP: How do you address the gender imbalance in STEM positive role that teachers play in our lives.” education?

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