The Language of Peace Global Impact Study Group
Dates offered: Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19
Flash Sale Pricing, November 12 to 22: €725 if attending Alumni Week; €750 Study Group only
Full Price: €775 when attending Alumni Week; €800 for the Study Group only
Minimum to proceed: 12
In response to alumni seeking ongoing learning opportunities, and amidst distressing events in the Middle East, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and acts of hate and racism in our communities, our shared experiences call for a renewed commitment to peace-building, nonviolence, and keeping the UWPIAA and Up with People missions and visions alive.
A once in a lifetime experience—explore the city of Belfast and the Northern Ireland peace process through this unique learning journey.
It has been 27 years since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement on April 10, 1998. The peace accord largely ended 30 years of violence, known as “the Troubles,” in which 3,600 people died.
Notice
If you are not attending Alumni Week, you and your family/friends are still eligible to join the Study Group. Please type “BelfastGuest” into the “Admin Code” field that will appear on the first page of the registration form. If you are an alum, type your own name and travel information in the “Alum Connection” fields.
Tentative Itinerary:
This is to give an overview of the likely itinerary. It is subject to change based on contact availability, the weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. An updated itinerary will be provided closer to the date.
Group Zoom Call: Date and time to be announced
- Group Zoom Call with our facilitators from Politics in Action (PIA) / Belfast.
- “We are change-makers, co-creators of solutions, reimagining politics, and holding those in power to account.” -PIA
- Discussion of the historical context of The Troubles in Northern Ireland.
Peace Study Group Virtual Orientation: Date to be announced
- Meet the group in person and your facilitators, Paul Smyth and Emily McIlhatton. Continue your learning and discuss in more detail the Peace Study programme.
- Peace Panel Discussion
Thursday, July 16
10:00: Depart University of Limerick as a group for Annalong, Northern Ireland
Arrive at Friends Forever International (FFI), 10 Commill Quay, Annalong, County Down, Northern Ireland. This beautiful center is located in between Belfast and Dublin at the base of the gorgeous Mourne Mountains, yet on the sea. It’s a perfect location for us to continue your learning for the Peace Study Group.
– Dormitory-style group accommodations.
18:00: Meet & Greet and Welcome Dinner at Friends Forever/Briefing & Orientation
Friday, July 17
9:00: Breakfast at FFI
10:00: Peace Study Workshop
12:00: Lunch
13:00: Peace Study Workshop
15:00: Travel as a group to Belfast
16:00: Check in at hotel: Premier Hotel Waring St. (Cathedral District)
– Double occupancy hotel room accommodations
Dinner on your own in Belfast (recommendations provided)
Explore the city
Saturday, July 18
8:30: Breakfast in hotel. A full breakfast buffet is included with your room.
10:00: History of “The Troubles” tour with DC Tours.
A History of Terror: The award-winning city centre tour which explains The Troubles and the peace process with honesty and great insight. The tour visits the locations of major events during the most turbulent period of the conflict in the early 1970s. It lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes, and covers 1.5 miles.
13:00: Lunch on your own and free time in the city. Titanic Belfast tickets are an option and can be purchased on your own here.
18:00: Group dinner
Sunday, July 19
8:30: Breakfast at hotel
Check out of hotel and store luggage
10:00: Our facilitators, Paul and Emily, will walk the group across the lower Shankill and Falls after the tour, before heading back with us to their office, which is located close to our hotel. Explore both Protestant and Catholic neighborhoods, followed by summary and discussions at the PIA office.
12:00: Group farewell lunch
Depart for Dublin Airport and Limerick
Keep in mind that Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and no longer in the EU, so you should check separately what you may require for entry.
What to Bring:
Participants are advised to wear appropriate and comfortable walking shoes. Layers of clothing work best. We suggest a sweater, rain jacket, and jeans or pants. Temperatures may vary with rain a possibility.
Disclaimer:
All persons participating in the tour and activities do so at the participant’s own sole risk. UWPIAA organisers of the tour are released from any claims, actions, damages, liabilities, losses, costs and expenses by participants in the tour and all persons accept full responsibility for themselves during the tour.
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