Who are we?

Céad Míle Fáilte is an exciting new project which celebrates our diverse multi-cultural and multi-lingual society. We run language classes and events to introduce An Ghaeilge to our new communities here in Ireland. We work with community and cultural groups across the country to promote inclusion and empowerment through the sharing of our native languages. Get in touch with us to find out what is available in your area, or to discuss setting up a class in your community!

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Testimonials

“It ended up being very similar to my own language of Urdu in some of the pronunciation, especially when saying how are you and my name is”

past participant

“Following the lessons we still kept in touch and even though I am a Muslim and don’t drink, I joined them at an Irish language night at the local pub”

past participant

“Irish has helped me understand so much about the culture here.”

past participant

Thig leat teachtaireacht tábhachtach a scríobh anseo!!!

Our Funder

Roinn Turasóireachta, Cultúir, Ealaíon, Gaeltachta, Spóirt

Céad Míle Fáilte is grateful to the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports and Media for their support of the project.

Our Team

Connlaith Ní Raifeartaigh

Connlaith is the manager of Céad Míle Fáilte and has worked in community development and event management. She is experienced in working on behalf of communities from diverse cultural backgrounds and she has a passion for the protection of indigenous languages and cultures across the world.

Seán Ó Murchadha

Seán is an executive officer with Céad Míle Fáilte. Seán is from Monaghan and was raised with the Irish language at home. Outside of work, Seán is involved in community development through Irish within his community. “Through my work with Conradh na Gaeilge I’ve gotten to know a lot of people from the new Irish community throughout the country and I’m looking forward to making an impact on a range of people with Céad Míle Fáilte - Irish belongs to us all.”

Cara Nic Giolla Chomhaill

Cara joined the Céad Míle Fáilte team as an executive officer at the end of 2023. She is originally from Co. Tyrone and attended an Irish-medium primary and secondary school, before graduating from Trinity College Dublin with a degree in Irish and History. She is committed to the promotion of the Irish language and enjoys her role in introducing those new to Ireland to the Irish speaking community.