Well Done to the boys and girls in Ms McDermott’s Sixth Class who are representing Kilglass N.S. and County Sligo in ‘Our World Awards. Please find below the text of an article on this achievement from Emma Gallagher in The Sligo Champion.
Kilglass NS represents Sligo in ‘Our World Awards’ as Irish Aid celebrates 20 years of the national awards programme
Sligo Champion
A Sligo primary school has made its mark in the 2025 Our World Awards as Irish Aid proudly celebrates 20 years of the national awards programme. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s flagship programme with primary schools which, over its lifetime, has seen thousands of young people become inspired to engage with global issues and take action for a fairer, more sustainable world.
This year, Sligo primary schools were encouraged to learn about the lives of children and their families in Mozambique, Somalia, and The Lao People’s Democratic Republic, also known as Laos, focusing on how Ireland and 192 other countries are working together to create a better future for all through support for the 17 UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development.
Kilglass NS in Enniscrone proudly represented County Sligo in this year’s Our World Awards from Irish Aid, submitting a thoughtful and creative entry that highlighted their learning about Irish Aid and the UN Global Goals.
It was the 6th class pupils who led the project, creating a beautiful, eye-catching poster that reflected both their artistic talents and their understanding of global issues. Through vibrant artwork, they showcased what they had learned about the important work being carried out by Irish Aid around the world.
Open to primary school pupils from 3rd to 6th class across the country, the Our World Awards encourages children to explore important global themes such as climate action, equality and international development, while reflecting on Ireland’s role in creating positive change.
Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD expressed his delight at the number of schools taking part in this year’s awards.
Judging is now underway and shortlisted schools will be invited to the National Final taking place at the Printworks, Dublin Castle on Friday 30th May 2025 where their entries will be celebrated and the Our World Awards School of the Year, 2025 will be announced.