Advocating for Social Justice

Dublin, Ireland

Summer '25 Applications Open

Social Change

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Dates

Jun 12 - Jul 2, 2025

3 weeks

Costs

$6,250

Application Deadline

January 15, 2025

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Dates

Jul 10 - 30, 2025

3 weeks

Costs

$6,250

Application Deadline

January 15, 2025

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Develop your social justice advocacy skills to become the change maker you want to be!

Join other students like you who want to make a difference in their community and the world! From your home base in Dublin, investigate power and privilege and delve into the experience of diverse populations in Ireland. Alongside other Global Navigators, propose a social justice project and use it as inspiration to effect change back home.

Connect with local nonprofit organizations that provide care for marginalized groups, like the unhoused, addiction sufferers, and migrants. Step aboard a replica of the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship and learn about Irish emigrants’ journey to America. Reflect on your own cultural background, identity, and social condition in your local community.

Immerse yourself in Irish traditions, trying your hand at hurling, Gaelic football, and Irish football. Stroll Dublin's beautiful cobbled streets, cross Ha’Penny Bridge, and visit the Famine Memorial. On weekend excursions, discover the small Irish villages of Howth and Carlingford. Your experiences in Ireland will empower you to be an agent of change on the issues that matter to you now and into the future.

The Take-Aways

Real-World Experience

Explore diversity, inclusion, and social justice in Dublin. Apply intercultural understanding and skills to address power and privilege imbalances. Come home ready to advocate for social justice in your home community.

Credentials for Your Future

Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, and a social justice project proposal.

Life Skills and New Friendships

Return with greater self-confidence, independence, and improved leadership skills. Enjoy a broader worldview and diverse friendships of different backgrounds from across the U.S.

45

Hours Of Expert Instruction

3

Weeks Pursuing Your Passion

1

Life-changing Experience

The Destination

Welcome to Dublin, a youthful and medieval city, home to advocates of change.

Dublin, the eclectic and multicultural capital of Ireland, is located on the coast of the Irish Sea. Buzzing with youthful energy, over half of its population is under 25 years old! Since its origins as a Viking settlement, Dublin has attracted many industries. Today it’s considered one of Europe’s leading tech hubs. This has brought great wealth to the city, but it has also highlighted some important issues of inequality that many social change organizations are working hard to address.

Dublin's past is beautifully preserved. The presence of stone castles and historic buildings transports you back to its medieval past. Dublin Castle, built in 1204, stands atop remnants from the Viking Age. Trinity College, established in 1592, is Ireland's oldest university and houses the Book of Kells, a famous manuscript from around the year 800.

In Dublin, forward-thinking initiatives, a rich history, and a lively cultural scene, with a variety of art, music, and food, provide a window into the lives of a diverse population.

CULTURAL AWARENESS

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Daily Life

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Each day offers a balance between interactive instruction and cultural activities with time on your own, too. Morning classes and afternoon activities may swap places.

Breakfast at the dorms
Hands-on classes with expert instructors and local advocates
Lunch with your fellow Global Navigators
Out and about for a cultural activity or workshop
Dinner at the dorms

Weekends

Overnight or day excursions to top sites
Quality time with friends

Check out the blog posts to discover more about daily life and excursions on program.

Housing

Dorms, shared room with other Global Navigators

24/7 Support

1 Program Leader for every 12 students and support from local staff

Weekly Learning Goals

Settle into Dublin. Begin exploring Irish society and culture and its impact on social justice. Support an NGO on activities related to their advocacy service. In groups, start your social justice Project.

Investigate the impact of changing demographics on Irish society. Explore how racial and ethnic prejudice contribute to social injustice. Expand knowledge of the Irish diaspora and rural Ireland.

Work on personal reflections and community profile. Gather additional information on your social justice project. With your group, present your project to a panel of judges.

Sample Activities

Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!

Get inspired by the street art of the Liberties district, one of the city’s most historic working-class neighborhoods.
Visit the Irish Emigration Museum and learn why 10 million people left Ireland and its impact on the world.
Play Gaelic games and have a Scavenger Hunt in Phoenix Park, Europe’s largest urban park.
At the GPO Museum, discover the events that lead to the Irish armed insurrection against British Rule known as the 1916 Easter Rising.
Journey to the historic town of Carlingford, with its 12th century castle and glacial fjord on the border with Northern Ireland. Embrace Ireland's outdoor life!

Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

What Students Are Saying

“I liked my teacher a lot and being able to hear everyone else’s perspectives on issues of social justice. I had such a great experience, learning so many things, culture, people, and I will never forget it.”

Katherine M., Global Navigator Alum
“We had many lively and passionate discussions amongst ourselves in which diverse ideas were expressed.”

Kaya Q., Global Navigator Alum
“The Advocating for Social Change program allowed me to meet wonderful people and experience new and exciting opportunities. It allows for personal development and growth. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time.”

Zarahi L., Global Navigator Alum
“I liked how we had open discussions, and everyone was able to share their ideas freely.”

Norah L., Global Navigator Alum

From CIEE

First Sight of the Irish Sea

By Natasha Rosa at CIEE

In Dun Laoghaire, the students explored the Sunday market and the wide variety of food trucks. They got their first sight of the Irish Sea and had the chance to... keep reading

From CIEE

A Day of Baking and.... Bog Jumping?

By Clelly J at CIEE

After a week of morning classes and afternoon excursions around Dublin, the Advocating Social Justice students spent their Saturday at Causey Farm in Girley, Ireland. The day was filled with... keep reading

From CIEE

Investigating Ireland

By Natasha Rosa at CIEE

The students successfully completed their first week of class! This weeks activities began with a bang when they were introduced to traditional Irish sports games, such as handball, hurling, and... keep reading

Eligibility

Participants must be 15 years old and above.
Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
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For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Dates & Fees

Application Fee

$25

Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.

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Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Costs
Program Summer Session I 2025 3 weeks	January 15, 2025	Start Date June 12, 2025	End Date July 2, 2025	Costs $6,250
Program Summer Session II 2025 3 weeks	January 15, 2025	Start Date July 10, 2025	End Date July 30, 2025	Costs $6,250

Ready to change your life?

What's Included

Interactive Classes

Housing

3 Meals/Day

(Dietary Needs Accommodated)

All Ground Transportation

(Once In-country)

Optional Flight Chaperone

(Flight Cost Not Included)

Pre-departure Advice and Orientation

Access to WIFI

(No international data plan or SIM card included)

All Cultural Activities and Excursions

Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection

24/7 Emergency On-site Support

Our Staff

Enda O’Connell

Center Director

Enda is responsible for overall management of ��911Dublin. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Primary Education Teaching from Dublin City University and the equivalent of a Master’s degree in...

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