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June 2025

Highlights: Cantonese Ireland turns 3! / Dragon Boat Regatta / A Touch of Kindess with Lisa’s Nails

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Our Volunteers 我哋嘅義工: Ryan Kwok

Hi all, my name is Ryan and I am born and raised in Hong Kong. I have just finished my four years of studies in Trinity College Dublin. I am honoured to become a committee member this year for Cantonese in Ireland as Communications Officer after participating in different events and previously being a volunteer. 

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May 2025

Highlights: May Dragonboat training / Cantonese Culture Workshops in Schools / (11/5) Bilingual Storytelling in Cork City Library / (21/5) National Integration Conference /

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Our Volunteers 我哋嘅義工: Max Yu

Hi, I'm Max. I've been living in Ireland for two and a half years. I was born in Hong Kong and later moved to Singapore and Australia. I'm a behavioural scientist and an Assistant Professor. I relocated to Ireland after accepting an offer from Maynooth University. Brexit made Ireland an even more attractive destination, and so far, I believe I’ve made the right choice. 

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Our Volunteers 我哋嘅義工: Angela

Hi I’m Angela currently based in cork. To be honest it was my degree which brings to me cork, I was debating between Ireland and the UK, but due to various circumstances I chose Ireland and am currently studying my dream course in UCC. I’m’ loving it so far!

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🎉 Cantonese in Ireland turns THREE! 🎉

🎉 Cantonese in Ireland turns THREE! 🎉
Time really flies, in a blink, three years have passed since the founding of Cantonese in Ireland!
This is our second time hosting an anniversary celebration, and this year is extra special as we’re joined by guests from diverse cultural communities across Ireland, coming together to celebrate, connect, and share.

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🇪🇺 75th Anniversary of the Schuman Declaration!

🇪🇺 75th Anniversary of the Schuman Declaration!

This year marks 75 years since the Schuman Declaration was announced, the foundation of today’s European Union. On 9 May 1950, Robert Schuman proposed a vision of peace through economic unity, reshaping Europe’s future. At Cantonese in Ireland, we honour this milestone and the values of cooperation and cultural exchange it represents.

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