Bealtaine Festival, an initiative of Age & Opportunity, is proudly funded by the Arts Council and the HSE, with the support of communities nationwide and a vast network of accomplished local and national bodies.  Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, marks three decades of vibrant, fun, and contemporary festivities in 2025. This milestone edition will unfold across Ireland throughout the month of May, offering an expansive lineup of performances and activities that champion generational interdependence and diversity. From beautiful poetry to comedy showca

The TechFoundHer Summit returns for its third year, bringing together ambitious founders, tech leaders, and advocates for inclusive innovation. This is more than an event — it’s a movement. We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of women tech founders and innovators, making their ideas and impact impossible to ignore. What to Expect: Live Demos – See low code/no code solutions in action and discover practical tools to build smarter, faster. • Lightning Talks – Hear from women tech founders sharing their real-world experiences, wins, and lessons learned. • Keynotes from

This talk explores the importance of co-curation and community-led approaches in reshaping how Irish Traveller history is represented in national collections. It examines past exclusions, challenges dominant narratives, and highlights efforts to ensure authentic, meaningful inclusion of Traveller heritage in Ireland’s cultural institutions. This talk forms part of the Oak Room Heritage Talk Series, created by Dublin City Council's Heritage Office as an action of the Dublin City Strategic Heritage Plan 2024-2029. It is part-funded by the Heritage Council.