Jumping into week two!
Here is a special Blog Post from our amazing Program Leader Tracy Morrison!
Our Social Justice learners are ready to take on week two! Over the last few days they have been busy attending class in the mornings at All Hallows, and exploring the city in the afternoons. One of our first excursions was to the interactive Henrietta Street Museum to learn about the tenements and housing challenges from the past, as well as the current housing issues facing Dublin families today. We met the famous historian Terry Fagan who shared many historical sites and facts as he led us through the streets of the city. The next day we donned Viking hats for the Viking Splash Tour and rode a WW2 amphibious DUKW around the streets of Dublin. We saw many cathedrals and rows of gorgeous Georgian houses before heading into the Grand Canal Basin. We were excited to head out of the city for two excursions over the weekend. Saturday we traveled to Causey farm to learn about life in the Irish countryside. Students loved petting pigs, chickens, goats, cows, alpacas, and llamas. We learned a traditional Irish dance, jumped in a bog, and baked our own soda bread to eat with lunch. Sunday we took a train to Dun Laoghaire, a beautiful seaside town where students enjoyed shopping with local vendors in the park, eating fish and chips, visiting the James Joyce Museum, and some even braved the cool waters to jump into the Irish Sea.
Related Posts
Adventure in Carlingford
For the second weekend of the trip, students ventured up north to Carlingford, a town located on the Cooley Peninsula. The theme for the weekend was adventure and outdoor activity... keep reading
Behind the Curtains of the Abbey Theatre
The Abbey Theatre visit was a profound experience for the CIEE Social Justice students. From learning about the influential figures and the devastating fire that tested the theatre's resilience, to stepping onto the stage and witnessing a powerful performance, the day offered a multifaceted understanding of the theatre's impact on culture and society. The Abbey Theatre’s legacy of overcoming adversity and its commitment to social commentary through drama left an indelible mark on the students, reinforcing the transformative power of theatre in reflecting and shaping societal values and struggles.
Learning from a Local Advocate - Homelessness in Dublin
Throughout the trip, students have been exploring the ways in which they can advocate for various social justice causes. One cause in particular that they have been learning about is... keep reading