On Sunday 28 January, President Higgins delivered the keynote address at the Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration.The annual Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration cherishes the memory of all who perished in the Holocaust. It recalls six million Jewish men, women and children and millions of others who were persecuted and murdered by the Nazis becaus…

President Higgins opened the 2024 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.The event brings together some of the country’s brightest young minds as they compete to take home the title of BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Christmas Message From President Higgins 2023 by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Teachtaireacht Na Nollag Ón Uachtarán Ó HUigínn 2023 by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

On Saturday 9 December, President Michael D. Higgins switched on the Christmas tree lights at Áras an Uachtaráin. Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins welcome families to Áras an Uachtaráin, to be present for the official switching on of the Christmas lights. Since his inauguration, President Higgins has made a determined effort to open Áras…

President Higgins launched Volumes 1 and 2 of collected work from his Machnamh 100 series at a reception in Áras an Uachtaráin.Machnamh 100 is an initiative of President Higgins that builds on his extensive work to date during Ireland’s Decade of Commemorations that has examined and explored seminal events such as the Lockout of 1913, the First Wor…

President Higgins delivered the Economic and Social Research Institute's 2023 Geary Lecture at an event in Áras an Uachtaráin.The Geary lecture is organised each year by the ESRI and honours Dr R. C. Geary (1896 –1983), the first Director of the Institute. Dr Geary is regarded as the most eminent Irish statistician of the twentieth century. Lecture…

President Higgins hosted a special reception to mark World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims at Áras an Uachtaráin where he welcomed a number of family members of those who have tragically lost their lives on the road, as well as committee members of victim’s groups.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-hosts-a-reception-to-mark…

President Higgins delivered a keynote address the Closing Ceremony of the World Food Forum on Friday 20th October.The Closing Ceremony was attended by member Representatives as well as all participants of the World Food Forum including members and those participating in the youth, science and investment forums.The President addressed the topic: "Wh…

President Higgins launched the Ireland and the Birth of Europe exhibition, part of a series of events to mark 50 years of Ireland’s EU membership, at the Pontifical Irish College in Rome.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-opens-exhibition-ireland-and-the-birth-of-europeBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

President Higgins held a bilateral meeting with Mr. Alvaro Lario, President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development.The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas of developin…

On the occasion of President Michael D. Higgins’ visit to Rome, H.E. Patricia O’Brien, Ambassador of Ireland to Italy and H.E. Frances Collins, Ambassador of Ireland to Holy See, hosted a reception at the Villa Spada, the residence of the Ambassador of Ireland to Italy, for selected representatives of the Irish community.https://president.ie/en/dia…

At the invitation of the Director General of the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO), Dr. QU Dongyu, President Higgins delivered a speech at the World Food Forum grand opening ceremony.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, President of the Portuguese Republic, President Higgins participated in a meeting of the ‘Arraiolos Group’ of EU Presidents. The meeting was attended by14 non-executive Presidents of European Union member states who discussed contemporary issues.The Arraiolos Group is an informal meeting of Pre…

President Higgins formally opened the National Ploughing Championships, taking place place in Ratheniska, Co. Laois.The President has attended the Ploughing Championships since his inauguration in 2011, and has described the festival as “an outstanding example of the Irish genius” and “the most beloved rendez-vous in Ireland’s rural calendar.”…

The President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, has participated, at the invitation of Chile’s President, in events taking place in Santiago to mark the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état which overthrew the government of the democratically elected Chilean President Salvador Allende on 11 September 1973.President Higgins, at the request of President…

The President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, has participated, at the invitation of Chile’s President, in events taking place in Santiago to mark the 50th anniversary of the coup d’état which overthrew the government of the democratically elected Chilean President Salvador Allende on 11 September 1973.President Higgins, at the request of President…

President Higgins presented the Gaisce Gold Awards to young people who have completed their personal development challenges. Gaisce is the President’s awards scheme which aims to foster young people’s potential by encouraging them to set goals in a number of areas and then achieve them. At the awards ceremony the President honoured young people who…

The President and Sabina Higgins hosted special Presidential Concert, celebrating Irish music. The concert was part of a series of Garden Parties at Áras an Uachtaráin, organised by President and Sabina Higgins to celebrate people and organisations who work on themes that the President wishes to highlight.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/presi…

The President and Sabina hosted a garden party marking the 75th anniversary of An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland, recognising its critical role as a guardian of Ireland’s heritage.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-a-garden-party-in-celebration-of-irish-heritageBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

The President and Sabina Higgins hosted a Garden Party celebrating individuals who have dedicated their lives to making a positive impact in their communities with an emphasis on the importance of sports referees.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-a-garden-party-recognising-community-groups-2023…

At the invitation of His Excellency Mr. Ricardo Hernández, Ambassador of Chile, President Higgins attended a ceremony in recognition of the Irish Missionaries Fr. Brendan Forde, Fr. Desmond McGillicuddy and Fr. Liam Hollohan, for their humanitarian assistance provided to the people of Chile.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

On Saturday, 24th June 2023, the President and Sabina Higgins hosted a Family Day garden party at Áras an Uachtaráin.At the third Garden Party of 2023, President Higgins acknowledged various organisations across different sectors of society all of whom work tirelessly to improve the conditions for families in all their forms.https://president.ie/en…

On 21 June 2023 the President and Sabina Higgins hosted a Garden Party celebrating Women’s Advocacy Groups.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-a-garden-party-to-celebrate-womens-advocacy-groups-2023Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins host a series of Garden Parties, to celebrate the work of people and organisations who have been active in projects and areas that are central to the Presidency of Michael D. Higgins.The Garden Parties continue a tradition established by past Presidents, and over the course of 7 events, the President and …

President Higgins led the 2023 National Famine Commemoration Ceremony in Milford, Donegal.The annual national commemoration revolves between the four provinces of Ireland and this year the event was held in Ulster.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

President Higgins hosted a reception celebrating the 20th anniversary of TASC (the Think-tank for Action on Social Change).TASC is an independent think-tank whose mission is to address inequality and sustain democracy by translating analysis into action.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

President Higgins invited Mr. de Róiste to Áras an Uachtaráin on 30th March, 2023 in recognition of the apology which Mr. de Róiste received from the Minister for Defence on 7 December 2022, the distress which he has suffered over five decades, and his long pursuit to clear his good name.Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

To mark he 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, the President hosted a special viewing of the Herstory touring exhibition entitled Peace Heroines.Herstory is a multi-disciplinary storytelling platform that illuminates and celebrates female role-models. Peace Heroines aims to highlight the contribution of women to the Northern Ireland peac…

Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins mark St. Patrick's Day by hosting a reception for groups and people that have made a particular contribution to Irish society.This year the President and Sabina Higgins hosted a reception in Áras an Uachtaráin celebrating the Irish Film, Audio-Visual and Performing Arts Communities.https://president.ie/en…

St Patrick's Day 2023 - Message from President Michael D. Higgins by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Teachtaireacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig 2023 ón Uachtarán Micheál D. Ó hUigínn by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

The President and Sabina Higgins hosted a lunch celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The National Women’s Council.President Higgins has been a long-time advocate of gender equality and women’s rights. In 2015 the President committed to being a HeForShe Champion at the invitation of then-UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, in support …

The President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, welcomed the President of Malta, H.E. Dr George Vella, and his wife Mrs Miriam Vella on a State Visit to Ireland, commencing on Wednesday 1st March and continuing to Friday 3rd March 2023.The State Visit by President Vella reciprocates the State Visit of President Higgins to Malta in May 2022, and serve…

“Feed Africa: Food Sovereignty and Resilience”27th January 2023, Dakar, Senegalhttps://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-delivers-closing-address-at-the-africa-food-summit-conference-feed-africa-food-sovereignty-and-resilienceBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

“To Make a New Journey of Sufficiency – From Our Origin, Africa” Opening Speech at the International Conference on Agriculture “Feed Africa: Food Sovereignty and Resilience”Dakar, Senegal, 25th January 2023https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-delivers-opening-address-at-the-africa-food-summit-conference-feed-africa-food-sovereignty-and-r…

Christmas Message From President Higgins 2022 by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Teachtaireacht Na Nollag Ón Uachtarán Ó HUigínn 2022 by Áras an UachtaráinBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-higgins-host-afternoon-tea-receptionPresident and Sabina Higgins hosted an afternoon tea in Áras an Uachtaráin with groups from across Ireland. Among those in attendance was Emily O’Brien, from Rosslare, Co. Wexford, who recently celebrated her 100th birthday with her daughters Carol O’Brie…

The President and Sabina Higgins hosted a reception for staff and volunteers of the Irish Coast Guard Service at Áras an Uachtaráin marking 200 years of the Irish Coast Guard.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-a-reception-for-staff-and-volunteers-of-the-irish-coast-guard-service…

On Saturday 10 December 2022, President Higgins switched on the Christmas tree lights at Áras an Uachtaráin. Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins welcome families to Áras an Uachtaráin, to be present for the official switching on of the Christmas lights.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-annual-tree-lighting-cere…

At a ceremony in Áras an Uachtaráin President Michael D. Higgins presented the 2022 Presidential Distinguished Service Awards.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-hosts-distinguished-service-awards-ceremony-22Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"https://president.ie/en/diary/details/broadcast-of-the-final-in-the-series-of-machnamh-100-seminars-entitled-memory-history-and-imaginationBởi Áras an Uachtaráin

Broadcast of the sixth in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled "Memory, History and Imagination"Broadcast of the sixth and final in the series of Machnamh 100 seminars, entitled “Memory, History and Imagination”Bởi Áras an Uachtaráin