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Ireland’s Untold History of Multiculturalism

Run by History Teachers Association of Northern Ireland

In this online talk, Professor Kieran Connell (Queen’s University Belfast) explores the history of immigration and ethnic diversity across the island of Ireland from partition to the present day, and examines its implications for contemporary society

In this online talk, Professor Kieran Connell (Queen’s University Belfast) explores the history of immigration and ethnic diversity across the island of Ireland from partition to the present day.  In shining a light on this neglected story, he explores its relevance for our own divided times, particularly in the context of recent racial and ethnic tensions in Belfast, Dublin and elsewhere. Given the involvement of young people in street disturbances, follow up discussion will explore how history teaching, and education in general, might contribute to helping young people gain a more positive understanding of how multiculturalism in Ireland has evolved.

Who is running it

History Teachers Association of Northern Ireland

HTANI supports the interests of history teaching in Northern Ireland. it encourages dialogue between history teachers and the wider public.

Phone
07770893692
Address
24 Hopefield Avenue Portrush Antrim BT56 8HB

Who it is for

  • Community relations practitioners
  • Schools and educators
  • Newcomer and minority ethnic communities
  • Everyone welcome

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