The community of Falcarragh is taking a take a stand against far-right action by responding to an ever-changing society with inclusion, not division.
Following an isolated incident in the town last week, members of the community are keen to invite all people to gather to share experiences and form friendships.
New arrivals have been welcomed into groups such as Falcarragh’s Pobal le Chéile, Ionad Naomh Fionnáin, Pobal Eascarrach, Tidy Towns and Men’s Shed, to name but a few.
Local schools are also supporting students of all ages to adapt to life in northwest Donegal.
A spokesperson for Pobal le chéile said: “Falcarragh is leading the way in encouraging all to take a stand – it is critical that community workers, community work organisations and groups concerned with inclusion and human rights take a stand and challenge far-right action.”
An Seanbhearic Falcarragh recently hosted a workshop addressing this very issue.
Conversation group in Falcarragh
Conversation group in Falcarragh
Pobal le Chéile is made up of volunteers, who, among other projects, have welcomed the Ukrainian community by providing conversation classes and time to get to know new neighbours. It is community circles like this where barriers are broken down and new friendships made.
The same is happening in the Men’s Shed, Tidy Towns and Park Run groups. All are welcome and are positively contributing to this vibrant community.
Irish language lessons in Falcarragh
In Spring 2024, Falcarragh will play host to a Cloughaneely Appreciation Awards Night, at which the work of over 40 voluntary community groups will be celebrated.
Before then, all are welcome to a Christmas Carol evening on Wednesday 6th December in St. Anne’s Killult at 7pm, with songs from the Falcarragh Christmas Choir and New Lands Choir.