The Expert Workshop for February 2017
welcomes
Michael & Ellen McDonagh
In a workshop on
Irish Traveller culture.
Time: 3pm-5pm
Date: Friday 17th February
Venue: Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson street, Dublin 2
Synopsis
Who are Irish Travellers, and where do they fit in today's society? Come and learn about the origins of Irish Travellers, their unique culture, language and heritage. Take the opportunity to engage with traditional Travellers who are open to share their lives with you. It will also be your chance to ask any questions you have about Irish Travellers.
Biography
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Ellen McDonagh
A member of the Traveller community, Ellen has worked as a community activist, pre-school teacher, and community development worker for the Meath Travellers Workshop. She is passionate about Traveller culture and enjoys working with other cultures and community
groups to create better cultural awareness and celebrate diversity in a mutually comfortable way.
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Michael McDonagh, B.A. N.U.I.
A member of the Traveller community, Michael is an expert on Traveller history and culture. He has a passion for the retention of Traveller and Roma identity. A community activist, he is a founder/ board member on
national and international organisations including Minceir Misle; the National Council for Travelling People; the Traveller Prison Initiative Steering Group, and Chairperson of the National Traveller Partnership.
This is a fee ticketed event. To reserve your place please email fiona.fitzsimons@eneclann.ie
The Expert Workshops for CPD are open to everyone interested in Irish social history and research, with an emphasis on Family History.