Special Initiatives 2011-2018

The President of Ireland's Ethics Initiative

The President of Ireland's Ethics Initiative

President Higgins nationwide ethics initiative
The 1913 Lock Out

The 1913 Lock Out

During 2013 President Michael D. Higgins delivered a number of speeches commemorating the 1913 Lock-Out.
Glaoch - The President's Call

Glaoch - The President's Call

Irish writers, musicians and singers gathered at the home of the President of Ireland to make a special programme dedicated to Irish people worldwide.
Being Young and Irish

Being Young and Irish

President Higgins invited young people to share their vision for Ireland's future with him.
1916 Commemoration Public Art Competition

1916 Commemoration Public Art Competition

President announces winner of 1916 sculpture competition
Participation and Transformation

Participation and Transformation

This initiative champions the importance of participation and highlights the significant obstacles to participation faced by so many people. These obstacles include isolation, exclusion and discrimination.
Samhlaíocht agus An Náisiún / Imagination and the Nation

Samhlaíocht agus An Náisiún / Imagination and the Nation

An initiative to highlight the powerful and transformative role of art and creativity in the evolution of Ireland as a republic and an idea.
Shared Ireland, Shared Island

Shared Ireland, Shared Island

This initiative is aimed at sparking an inclusive discussion on how we can all thrive on the island of Ireland, while living in harmony with respect for our complex history.