EUROPA Ireland
We are delighted to announce that AZADÎ has received funding from The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through their Communicating Europe Initiative to support the development and delivery of EUROPA Ireland, a public information and engagement initiative for young people in the South West of Ireland (Cork and Kerry). EUROPA Ireland will promote awareness…
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Happy Newroz – A Good Friday for the Kurdish ‘Troubles’
Today is Newroz, marking the Kurdish New Year. It is a day associated with freedom, the triumph of light over darkness, and the arrival of spring as the days grow longer than the nights. Kurds are widely regarded as the largest stateless ethnic group in the world, with an estimated population of 30–40 million people.…
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Azadî is calling on the Irish Government to support a peaceful solution to the ongoing conflict between the Syrian Government and the Syrian Democratic Forces
The Kurds are the largest stateless ethnic minority in the world, estimated at between 30-40 million people. They are spread largely over four areas known in Kurdish as Bakur (North/Eastern Turkey), Başûr (South/Northern Iraq), Rojhilat (East/Western Iran), and Rojava (West/North East Syria). The Western-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), largely composed of Kurds in Rojava, have…
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The Blow-Ins of Inbhear Scéine.
A book & online gallery about the rich and ancient legacy of people arriving on Irish shores, from the Milesians of legend to those who call Kenmare Bay ‘home’ today. This is a deeply human exploration of belonging, identity, and the tapestry of experiences that shape modern Ireland. Featuring stories of belonging, courage, and the…
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Celebrating Roma Culture in Bucharest
This past weekend, as an organisational member, Azadî had the honour of travelling to Bucharest to participate in the 2025 ERIAC General Assembly and the Tajsa Roma Cultural Heritage Prize Concert and Ceremony. It was a deeply inspiring gathering dedicated to celebrating Roma arts, culture, and community, and to collectively imagining brighter futures for Roma people across…
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Road Signs, Identity, and the Fear of a Language: Why Irish Belongs on Every Road in Ireland
The recent uproar in Northern Ireland over the inclusion of Irish placenames on road signs reveals, yet again, how language can be politicised in ways that miss the bigger picture. Some loyalist voices have framed the proposal to have bilingual signs in both English and Irish as an attack on their identity or culture. In…
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Remembering Manchán Magan: A Voice for Language, Culture, and Belonging
Manchán was more than a broadcaster, writer, and filmmaker. He was a passionate advocate for the Irish language and its place in modern life. Through his work, he reminded us that language is not simply a means of communication; it is an inheritance, a worldview, and a vital part of cultural survival. His efforts resonate…
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Time Travel Adventures! Exploring Our Culture & Heritage Through Facts, Legends, and Fun!
Thank you to everyone who came to The Wild Garden this morning for a wonderful workshop, where ancient ecofacts and artifacts were shared, and an understanding of the stories these objects tell about life was gained. The questions and answers amongst the children revealed genius and great hope for the future! We can’t recommend Aine Brosnan’s workshops…
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“It is not our destiny to keep killing each other” – Documentary screening and Q&A with Peadar King.
Azadî at Sneem Summer Festival: Sponsoring a Powerful Evening of Film and Dialogue This summer, Azadî was proud to sponsor a moving and thought-provoking event during the Sneem Summer Festival, a screening of a powerful documentary by renowned filmmaker and journalist Peadar King, followed by a Q&A and a community-led discussion on alternatives to war.…
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