Bridging Generations in a Divided World

As the Irish diaspora evolves into a third or fourth generation of Irish-Americans, what lessons can today’s youth learn from the Irish peace process as they navigate current geopolitical stressors, deepening political polarization, and develop into the community leaders of tomorrow?

Please join the Kennedy Institute for two back-to-back panel discussions, with opening remarks by Síghle FitzGerald, Consul General of Ireland Boston to explore these pressing challenges.

The first panel will feature a conversation with Rep. Joe Kennedy III, former US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland, and Professor Mary Murphy, Director of the Irish Institute at Boston College as they discuss lessons from the Northern Ireland Peace process and Senator Edward M. Kennedy’s legacy of peaceful negotiation.

The second panel will feature two local youth advocacy voices: Carla Hannan, representing the Northern Ireland Youth Forum based in Belfast and Leena Ghrici, the Mayor’s Youth Council Program Coordinator for the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement for the City of Boston in conversation with Professor Fiona Creed of Northeastern University. The panel will discuss themes of women’s leadership, navigating diverse communities and empowering the next generation of change-makers and peacebuilders.

This program is presented with generous support from the Government of Ireland Emigrant Support Program.

5:30pm - Event Check-in Open

6:00pm - Program Begins

7:45pm - Light Reception

8:45pm - Reception Concludes

VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE

This event will be streamed live on the Kennedy Institute YouTube page. To register to receive a reminder with the link, click "Get Tickets" above and select "Virtual Attendee" as your ticket type.

DOORS & SEATING

Registrant check-in opens at 5:30pm. Seating is first-come, first-served. Some seats have obstructed views.

FOOD AND DRINK

Please join us for a light reception immediately following the program. Please note that food and drinks are not allowed inside the chamber.

BAGS

The Kennedy Institute reserves the right to screen any backpacks and bags brought into the building.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING

Directions are available on the Institute's website. For GPS purposes use "Edward M. Kennedy Institute." Do not use 210 Morrissey Boulevard. Free parking is available in the Kennedy Institute lot.

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