WIP’s aim is to support, inspire and develop leaders who are committed to building a future of peace and prosperity for Northern Ireland and Ireland.
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Washington Ireland Program retweeted
Congratulations to the @WIPLive Class of 2026! Inspiring to see these future leaders head home to Ireland and Northern Ireland, drawing on their tremendous experience in Washington to drive progress and strengthen peace across our island.
We’re delighted to introduce you to our new group of Class Connectors! Find out who they are here:
wiprogram.org/class-connecto…
They will be your point of contact for your Class for all things WIP - get in touch and make sure they have all your details so you never miss an update!
We are delighted to formally launch our WIP Alumni Engagement Strategy! We have so much for you to get involved in. Check out our new webpages & private Alumni LinkedIn group here: linktr.ee/wiprogram
Spread this exciting news with your networks to help us reach more Alumni!
Washington Ireland Program retweeted
Today NIHRC staff met with students from the Washington Ireland Academy. The Academy is an 8-week leadership development programme for young people aged 18 to 25 involved in community work on a voluntary or professional basis who are dedicated to peace, reconciliation, and cooperation.
The Commission is delighted to be a Work Placement Project Partner for the 2026 Academy.
ALT NIHRC staff on a Zoom call with members of the 2026 Washington Ireland Academy.
WIP welcomes all Alums to celebrate Thanksgiving this Thursday evening at Custom House Belfast.
Sign up for the annual celebration and to connect with others in the WIP community here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/…
It is with great sadness that we announce that Maureen Donnelly passed away on Thursday evening. Maureen was a cherished member of the Washington Ireland Program community and a long-standing host parent to countless WIP students over many years.
Maureen epitomised the spirit and values of WIP, service, leadership, generosity, and a belief in the potential of young people. Her impact on the community is immeasurable. We are grateful for all she gave to WIP, and she will be remembered with great affection by our community.
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Jim Burke on Saturday, 18 October 2025. Jim and his wife Ann are one of WIP’s longest-serving host families, and Jim is the father of WIP Director of Operations, Sammi Burke.
This is a testament to the special bond the Burkes shared with many of their students. It was a joy to have Jim and Ann with us at WIP’s 30th Anniversary celebrations in Belfast and Dublin last year. Catching up with former students was clearly the highlight of their trip.
