Blogs from the WIP Class of 2012 | Reflections from the summer of 2012

Sean Gill talks about his time on Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill reflections from Sean Gill

Sean Gill, WIP 2012 speaks to about his experience on The Hill The centre of governance, a world in itself. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to U.S. politics in the swamp. Otherwise known as D.C..

NY Part II: Dealing with the Unexpected

Maria Kinsella, WIP Class 2012, talks about sharing her WIP journey in New York City

Rotary Connections Across the Pond

Fintan Phelan, WIP Class 2012, talks about connecting with the Rotary Cub of Alexandria

William Kellibrew

Conall Devlin meets William Kellibrew

When I spoke to William Kellibrew for the first time at a NI Bureau Luncheon for the WIP Class I sensed there was more to him than met the eye. I had the pleasure of sitting at his table for a discussion on the Shared Future of Northern Ireland and was both intrigued and impressed … Continue reading →

Sean Gill New York Post

The Brand of You

New York city, 7pm, Wall Street. It’s day two of our trip to the big apple and we are in the heart of the financial district. En-route to meet Deirdre O’Connor, a Managing Director in Goldman Sachs. Impressive.

Meeting Mandela – Wilme Verwoerd, WIP 2012

Let me tell you a story. It begins like this. I am Irish and I am also South African. Half and half if you like. I was born in England, grew up in South Africa for 10 years and have lived in Ireland ever since. I like to think of myself as the early experiment … Continue reading →

Chris Day WIP 2012

The Embassy of Ireland – It’s just like home. Chris Day WIP 2012

Week 2 has come and gone and what an amazing experience it was! I arrived at the Embassy of Ireland on Monday morning to a warm, truly Irish welcome. Walking up Massachusetts Avenue (Embassy Row) was very inspiring and intimidating to say the least, but even before I entered the building, the tricolor outside made … Continue reading →

Dealing with Difference - Kirsty McClay

Dealing with Difference Kirsty McClay

My involvement in the Spirit of Enniskillen Trust began when I was 16. Since then, I have participated in various programs which aim to teach young people in Northern Ireland how to deal with difference.

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The Northern Ireland Bureau and Norman Houston by Ben Mallon WIP 2012

The Northern Ireland Bureau and Norman Houston by Ben Mallon WIP 2012

The opportunity to intern in the Northern Ireland Bureau was one which I couldn’t let pass. When I received notification that I would be interning in the Bureau I was incredibly pleased. As an individual has a keen interest in government affairs and the importance of selling Northern Ireland to a global market, I knew … Continue reading →

Reflections on Washington, D.C. and New York Bound

Ruth Herlihy, WIP 2012 reflects on her time in Washington, D.C. and beyond.

Don’t pay lip service!

Michaela Crawley, WIP Class 2012, talks about dealing with difference and learning from our SAWIP brothers and sisters.

Living with Kwadwo

Benji Clarke, WIP Class 2012 discusses host family and SAWIP fellow student Kwadwo. The time that I spent with my host family was amongst the best and most memorable of my WIP summer. I was especially lucky to be staying with a large, diverse group of people: my host parents, their son and daughter, their … Continue reading →

Our Challenges

Aisling Fitzgerald reflects on dealing with challenges, and growing through them.

The 30 Best Friends anyone could have – Leanne Peacock on her time in NY.

The 30 best friends that anyone could have…

“The key is exposure” – Annita Brady

Annita Brady reflects on her first week on WIP 2012

‘Have the courage to share your dreams with those around you’ (Juliette Rizzo)

Annita Brady is inspired by her experiences at the Department of Education.

Interning at the Northern Ireland Bureau

Ben Mallon on his placement at the NIB

New York – Amongst the chaos, we found some peace.

Vickie Kiely on her week with WIP in New York