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Sport, Culture & Heritage

How can I explore, maintain and develop my Irish heritage while living abroad

GAA

GAA

The GAA have over 400 clubs worldwide. Find the one nearest you. Find out how to watch your favourite team
Traditional Irish Music

Traditional Irish Music

Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann operate internationally ... find the branch nearest you
Irish Cultural Events

Irish Cultural Events

Find Irish events happening near you
Your Irish Heritage

Your Irish Heritage

How to trace your Irish heritage
Ireland 2016

Commemorations

A number of important events in Ireland’s history took place in the period 1912-1922. Centenary commemorations for these events are being organised in Ireland and overseas.
Ireland Reaching Out

Ireland Reaching Out

Ireland XO is a reverse genealogy programme that helps connect the Irish diaspora to the place of origin in Ireland.
Irish Language

Irish Language

Irish Language and support towards Irish language initiatives abroad.
Born abroad

Claiming Irish Citizenship

If you were born outside Ireland, you must meet certain criteria to claim Irish citizenship.
Image of Sherkin Island, Co. Cork. Thinkstock image

Summer Camps 2016

Find out more about our pilot summer camp programme for students.
2015 PDSA Group Photo

Presidential Award

The Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad recognises sustained,distinguished service to Ireland, its communities abroad or its international reputation by those living abroad.