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IRELAND’S BID TO HOST

WEEC 2015: THE 8TH WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CONGRESS

DUBLINDUBLIN INSPIRES INSPIRES

Contents

Executive Summary 04

About ECO-UNESCO 06

Congress Overview 08

Eco-Sustainability for the Congress 10

Local Support 12

Local Committee 22

Ireland 26

Dublin 28

Access to Dublin 30

Congress Venue 32

Congress Programme 34

Social Programme 38

Congress Dinner 40

Accommodation 42

Maps 44

Congress Excursions 46

Pre & Post Congress Tours 48

Conference Partners 52

Our Experience 53

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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Executive Summary

ECO-UNESCO, Ireland’s Environmental Education and Youth Organisation, in association with

Conference Partners is delighted to submit the following bid document to host the World Environmental

Education Congress in 2015 in Dublin, Ireland.

Title Of Conference

Educating for a Sustainable Future; Learning to inspire, empower and innovate

Organisers

Proponent organisation

Name: ECO-UNESCO

Country: Republic of Ireland

Legal status: Non-profi t organisation (Registered Charity No. CHY 7225)

Legal representative

Surname and Name: Nevin, Elaine

Function: CEO/National Director

Address: The Greenhouse, 17 St Andrew Street, D7, Dublin


Contact person in the institution

Surname and Name: Meister, Daniel

Function: Communications Offi cer

Unit, department: Communications Department

Address: The Greenhouse, 17 St Andrew Street, D7, Dublin


Tel: +353 1 6625491 Fax: +353 1 6625493

E-mail: [email protected]

Location | Convention Centre Dublin

The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) is Ireland’s new world class purpose-built international

conference and event venue. The CCD is located in the heart of Dublin’s City Centre.

Date

May 31st – June 3rd 2015

Other Conferences

Our research shows the proposed date does not clash with other similar conferences.

Number Of Participants

2,000

Time Schedule Of Main Dates

Opening date for submission of abstracts May 2014

Deadline date for submission of abstracts November 2014

Notifi cation of acceptance December 2014

End of Early Registration February 2015

Dates of Conference May 31st – June 3rd 2015

Scientifi c, Educational and Training Programme

Sunday: Registration Opens, Welcome Reception

Monday: Opening Plenary, Poster Session, Seminars, Optional Irish Cultural Evening

Tuesday: Plenary, Poster Session, Seminars, Gala Dinner

Wednesday: Plenary, Poster Session, Seminars

Organisational Arrangements

Professional Conference Organisers: Conference Partners Ltd.

Conference Partners is an international leader in conference organisation and event management.

Their excellent portfolio of international and national association conferences for world-renowned

organisations hand-in-hand with an impressive record of outstanding events best illustrates their

standing and success in the industry. Conference Partners lead by example and is a founding member

of AIPCO (Association of Irish Professional Conference Organisers). Conference Partners is also one of

only two members of IAPCO (International Association of Professional Conference Organisers).

Finance

Conference Partners has agreed to fund the initial expenditure of the Conference

until registration fees and sponsorship income is received.

Conference Partners has an excellent history in budget management and has never lost money

on any conference under their management.

Venue

The Convention Centre Dublin is situated in the heart of Dublin city and was opened in 2010. The

Auditorium , is a three tiered-seating hall, which encompasses the top three levels of the building, it

accommodates 2,000 delegates in seats designed for maximum comfort, with perfect sight lines to

the stage, its own AV control room and seven interpretation booths. There are a multitude of breakout

rooms for parallel sessions all complete with their own audio visual facilities.

Exhibition / Poster Session

The exhibition and poster session will be located in the Forum of the Convention Centre Dublin.

Accommodation

The city centre location of the conference venue ensures a rich choice of accommodation options,

thereby suiting all preferences from hostel accommodation to 5 star hotels all within easy walking

distance.

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ABOUT ECO-UNESCO

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About ECO-UNESCOFounded in 1986, ECO-UNESCO is Ireland’s environmental education and youth organisation affiliated to the World Federation of UNESCO, Clubs, Centres and Associations. ECO-UNESCO’s mission is to raise environmental awareness, understanding and knowledge of the environment in young people through practical environmental projects, education and training programmes and activities.

ECO-UNESCO has extensive experience in the area of Environmental Education and Education for Sustainable Development both at a practice based level and as an advocate for environmental education and runs a range of innovative youth, education and training programmes. ECO-UNESCO builds knowledge and awareness through its workshop programme; recognises and rewards the work of children and young people in environmental protection and conservation through its Young Environmentalist Awards programme. It supports youth-led action through its ECO-UNESCO clubs network; it empowers young people through its Youth for Sustainable Development and ECO-Choices peer education programmes; it provides a space for debate and discussion through conferences, seminars and National Youth Forums; it provides knowledge and skills to organisations through its ECO Sustainability Awards and training programmes and supports teachers and youth leaders by providing educational resources. ECO-UNESCO works on issues of energy conservation, waste and consumption, biodiversity, ecosystems and water among others and incorporates issues of climate justice and global justice also. ECO-UNESCO through its work promotes local agenda 21 and empowers young people to take action for the protection of their environment at a local level.

ECO-UNESCO has an extensive network in Ireland and works with young people, teachers, environmental awareness officers, business and community leaders as well as participants from the environmental, youth, community and international NGOs. It works proactively with the formal and non-formal education sectors; delivers programmes in conjunction with local authorities; is a member of the Irish Environmental Network and the National Youth Council of Ireland. ECO-UNESCO has links with primary and secondary schools on an all-Ireland basis and is supported by a range of government departments including the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, the Department of Children and Youth Affairs and Irish Aid. It has over 10,000 participants involved in its programmes on an annual basis with a reach to many more thousands.

ECO-UNESCO is a member of a wide range of bodies both nationally, on an all-Ireland basis and internationally. ECO-UNESCO is represented on: COMHAR; Sustainable Development Council; the National Youth Development Education Advisory Committee; the National Youth Work Advisory Committee; the Tree Council of Ireland and the Irish Environmental Network. ECO-UNESCO is a member of the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI); the Irish Development Education Association and the Drugs Educators Workers Forum.

On an all-Ireland level ECO-UNESCO is a member of the Environmental Education Forum in Northern Ireland and internationally is a member of Youth and the Environment Europe; the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centres and Associations; the WEEC Network and has links with SeeD UK. It has represented Ireland at a variety of international ESD conferences including:Learning to Change our World, Gothenburg, Sweden 2004Building capacity and empowerment through ESD, Esbjerg, Denmark 2006UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development - Moving into the Second Half of the UN Decade, Bonn Germany 2009

UNECE Example of Good PracticeIn 2009, ECO-UNESCO’s Youth for Sustainable Development’ project was selected by the UNECE as an example of a Good practice project in the UNECE region as part of the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development 2005-2014.

National Strategy in Education for Sustainable Development As an advocate for greater integration of environmental education into policy, ECO-UNESCO was appointed by the Department of Education and Science to carry out stakeholder consultation and develop a discussion paper for the development of a National Strategy in Education for Sustainable Development in Ireland in 2007. ECO-UNESCO carried out extensive research in the formal, non-formal and informal educations sectors in Ireland as well as international research and completed the discussion paper providing recommendations on education for sustainable development in Ireland.

ECO-UNESCO has been a member of the National Steering Committee on Education for Sustainable Development which is comprised of representatives from Department of Education & Science, Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Department of Foreign Affairs - Irish Aid, COMHAR- SDC (Sustainable Development Council), National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, University of Limerick, Curriculum Development Unit.

ECO-UNESCO has produced a wide range of publications for use by educators, teachers and those interested in working with others on environmental issues.

ECO-UNESCO Publications:Youth for the Future; Creating a Sustainable World 2010Energy Watchers Resource Pack 2010ECO-Watchers Toolkit – training manual for teachers 2010Ellen & Eoin - The Great Rubbish Adventure 2008What’s so hot about Climate Change 2008ECO-Choices – Drugs Prevention Resource 2007What on Earth is Sustainable Development? 2006Trees in Our World 20044 Seasons Activity Pack 2004Embracing Diversity 2003Tree-mendous Trees Activity Pack 2002Our Environment; Our Responsibility 2002Enhancing the recreational value of coniferous woodlands 2002

CD-ROMSYour Environment; Your Choice 2003

PostersLifecycle of product Posters 1 & 2Think Globally; Act LocallyThink Trees

Exhibitions:Life Camera Action 2010 - a photography and film exhibition on biodiversity by young people InterACTION 2011 - an exhibition highlighting the work of young people on environmental protection and sustainable development from around the world

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CONGRESS OVERVIEW

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OverviewIn 2015 the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development will have come to an end - the goal of which was to integrate the values inherent in sustainable development into all aspects of learning to encourage changes in behaviour that allow for a more sustainable and just society for all. How successful will the UN Decade of ESD have been? What are some of the key learnings that we can take moving forward? What worked; what did not and what key research did the UN Decade fi nd? In 2015 Educating for a Sustainable Future; Learning to inspire, empower and innovate will explore the challenges that our world still faces and will examine the role education plays in achieving a more sustainable world for all.

The vision of environmental education emphasises a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to developing the knowledge and skills needed for a sustainable future. It encompasses both formal and non-formal education and alternate delivery systems. It should equip people with knowledge of and skills in sustainable development, making them more competent and confi dent and increasing their opportunities for acting for a healthy and productive life in harmony with nature and with concern for social values. The congress will highlight that environmental education is not simply about raising awareness and providing information and knowledge, but rather creating the values, understanding and convictions which will result in participative democratic actions and changes in behaviour to promote a more sustainable society.

The WEEC in Ireland aims to educate, inform, inspire and empower participants involved in education, training and the general population to explore the aims and goals of environmental education. It will invite participants to refl ect on past practices and successes; examine current opportunities and explore possibilities for the future development of environmental education. It will invite people to be innovative; learning from the past yet creating something new. The WEEC in Ireland will improve the knowledge and understanding to allow for the synergies between the relevant stakeholders in environmental education.

Through the Congress we will explore the value of environmental education and explore ways that we can convince decision-makers and policy-makers to invest in and support the implementation of environmental education. The congress will place a special emphasis on empowerment of people, active citizenship and the development of leadership skills. It will encourage the formation of networking hubs for all stakeholders in the sector. The WEEC congress in Ireland will be divided into a range of thematic sessions. Each theme will comprise a set of key questions and will include a range of activities including presentations, workshops, posters and round table discussions which will be based on a specifi c theme. The Congress is targeted at all stakeholders including children, young people, teachers, youth leaders, educators, policy makers in environmental education from schools, further education, higher education, government, local government agencies and non-governmental organisations.

VisionIreland is a country rich in biodiversity, strong in culture and tradition with a bright, innovative spirit. Its people are known for their welcome and its landscape for its green fertile image. It is a place with a strong sense of past, with a vibrant present and an exciting future. However, Ireland like so many countries is going through a time of uncertainty with many challenges facing us from both social and environmental perspectives. Environmental education can play a key role in developing the skills and competencies in people to create a more sustainable country and world.

ECO-UNESCO’s vision is to educate and empower people to become active citizens to create a world based on the principles of sustainability, equity and environmental protection, a just society for present and future generations. Environmental education should equip people with knowledge of and skills in sustainable development, making them more competent and confi dent and increasing their opportunities for acting for a healthy and productive life in harmony with nature and with concern for social values, gender equity and cultural diversity.

The goal of the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005- 2014, DESD), for which

UNESCO is the lead agency, is to integrate the principles, values, and practices of sustainable development into all aspects of education and learning. In 2015 the UN Decade of ESD will have come to an end. How successful will the UN Decade of ESD have been? What are some of the key learnings that we can take moving forward? What worked; what didn’t and what key research was carried out during the UN Decade?

In 2015 at the WEEC in Ireland, we will explore the challenges that our world still faces and examine the role education plays in achieving a more sustainable world for all. The WEEC congress will review some of the work of the decade to help us evaluate and learn from its successes and move forward in the fi eld of environmental education. The vision of environmental education emphasises a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to developing the knowledge and skills needed for a sustainable future. It encompasses both formal and non-formal education and alternate delivery systems. Education at all levels and in all its forms should help people of all ages better understand the world in which they live and the complexity and inter-relationships that exist.

The WEEC in Ireland will educate, inform, inspire and empower participants to explore the aims and goals of environmental education. It will invite people to be innovative; to refl ect on past practices and successes; examine current opportunities and explore possibilities for the future development of environmental education. The WEEC in Ireland will improve the knowledge, understanding and implementation to allow for the synergies between the relevant stakeholders in Environmental education.

Through the Congress we will explore the value of environmental education and explore ways that we can convince decision-makers and policy-makers to invest in and support the implementation of environmental education. The congress will place a special emphasis on empowerment of people, active citizenship and the development of leadership skills. It will encourage the formation of networking hubs for all stakeholders in the sector so that we can learn from each other and be stronger together as we move forward.

Through the WEEC, Ireland will be a place where environmental education practitioners, policy makers, researchers, government, business and civil society can come together to share and innovate around the challenges facing us in the 21st century.

Overall Objectives• To highlight how environmental education helps develop individuals, communities and society’s respect

and care for the Earth in all its diversity and its ecosystems, its respect for the rights of future generations, a commitment to intergenerational responsibility and to explore the interdependencies of people and the natural world at a local and global level.

• To promote the role of environmental education in areas of participative democracy, environmental

citizenship and empowerment and promote the role of young people in society and their role in environmental education.

• To review current strategies, skills, practices and methods and highlight the work of UN decade of Education for Sustainable Development.

• To highlight the value of environmental education, demonstrate how public policy can strengthen environmental education and explore new opportunities to incorporate environmental education into education reform efforts and into social and environmental policy.

• To bring stakeholders of different experience and background together to allow for sharing of experiences, good practice and innovations in environmental education including current pedagogical practice and to facilitate the development of networks for the environmental education community.

• To share current international research in environmental education including areas of refl ection and evaluation of environmental education initiatives.

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ECO-SUSTAINABILITY FOR THE CONGRESS

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Eco-Sustainability for the CongressOur commitment is to host an Eco-sustainable Congress which is ecologically consistent and minimises the ecological footprint of the event. This can be achieved through working with all stakeholders including our PCO, venue and suppliers to ensure that environmental considerations are incorporated throughout all stages of Congress organisation.

Our Conference Venue: The CCD - Carbon Neutral and SustainableBuilding on its green foundations as the world’s fi rst carbon neutral convention centre, the CCD is committed to long-term environmental sustainability in accordance with the International Standards Organisation (ISO) 14001 and will be seeking accreditation within 18 months of opening. This includes recycling, a focus on reducing overall energy consumption by using a sustainable energy supplier and integrating sustainable systems at the venue, such as its Integrated Building Automated System (IBAS). They have also installed a thermal wheel heat recovery system and an Ice Storage Thermal Unit (ISTU), which chills water overnight to form large ice blocks that melt during the day to provide air conditioning for the entire building.In order to help delegates to keep their journey carbon neutral, they offer international visitors the opportunity to offset their carbon emissions from air travel using our carbon calculator. And, should an organiser wish to explore how they can further reduce the carbon footprint of their event, we can look at this with them, using the consultancy expertise of Emission Zero. CCD Environmental Policy:We have developed our environmental management policy to positively impact on local, national and global environmental issues by prompting good practice at The CCD. This includes our customers, contractors and suppliers. We are committed to the following:

- Conserving energy and selecting renewable sources of energy and materials where possible- Preventing pollution- Leading the exhibition and event industry to develop solutions to environmental issues within the industry- Encouraging colleagues to become more environmentally responsible- Positively developing our environmental policies, procedures and systems- Minimising waste- Ensuring that any paper and timber we use is obtained from sustainable forests- Developing an integrated transport policy

We recognise the role we play and our responsibility to protect the environment from further damage and minimise the waste we produce. We are therefore committed to operating in an environmentally friendly way. We also recognise that we cannot succeed in this alone. To fulfi l our role, we must work closely with our sponsors, clients, suppliers and other members of the Tourism and Conference Industry. Make your journey to The CCD a green one by offsetting your carbon footprint.

Our PCO: Conference Partners - Our Environmental approach to Conference ManagementWith our clients, we are encouraging the people and companies participating in conferences which we organise to take steps to reduce or eliminate the effects of the carbon emissions that are produced as a result of their participation at the conference. For the most part, our online delegate registration system provides a total paperless, planet friendly system. Delegates register online and receive all communication from our staff electronically, including maps, directions, timings and any other details that they may need.

Increasingly, our regular clients are beginning to produce re-useable stands, design styles and graphics. They are also requesting environmentally friendly conference materials. At a recent conference, delegate bags were made from Jute which is sustainable and biodegradable material; fastenings on the bag were made from coconut shell which is also sustainable and biodegradable. The company that produces the bags tries, when possible to use sewing machines powered by solar and wind energy (Provided by Nexus).

Complementing this, the conference pen used was a wooden ball point pen made from sustainable wood. Lanyards were made from plant silk which is manufactured from the waste stems of grain crops; once again the fabric was biodegradable and sustainable. Delegates were also encouraged to return lanyards at the end of the conference so they could be re-used.

Where possible promotional materials and conference programmes being printed on FSC certifi ed paper. Any waste such as conference brochures, printed pages, name badges, and other promotional material are being recycled. Inkjet cartridges used before and during the event are also being recycled. These are all features of everyday life at Conference Partners and we are working together with our clients to identify new opportunities to implement these and other sustainable practices where possible.

Our Accommodation & Transport Policy In relation to our accommodation options we have chosen accommodation providers which have environmental certifi cation or verifi ed environmental credentials. We have chosen accommodation, within walking distance of the CCD, or in close proximity, to minimise transportation required. Our accommodation suppliers have also developed KPI’s for energy, water and waste consumption/generation and carbon emissions.

While we accept that many delegates will have to fl y to Dublin, we will also provide delegates with ferry options where appropriate. Once in Dublin we will provide our delegates with information on the Dublin public bike-sharing scheme encouraging them to use the bikes to travel around the city. This will enhance the delegate experience while providing a much more sustainable option for getting around. The city centre location of the CCD means it is within walking distance of all city amenities and has excellent public transport links including access to bus and Luas (Dublin tram) services.

Our Catering PolicyOnce again in relation to event catering we will ensure that every effort is made to source local, organic and seasonal produce. We will only work with caterers who have management systems in place to reduce their environmental impact. We will also ensure our suppliers use fair trade products that reduce the environmental and other impacts on communities.

Audio Visual and Information Technologies and Lighting Lighting is a substantial user of electricity, and care must be taken to design a lighting solution that minimises the use of energy without compromising the event’s needs. New technologies have provided the event lighting profession with an ever-expanding selection of low energy lighting alternatives – LED technologies, high effi ciency automated fi xtures (moving lights), “SourceFour” or other HPL lamped PARs and Ellipsoidals, and HID (high density discharge) lamped fi xtures.With AV equipment, it should be kept in mind that the brightest projector might not be the best solution for the event. It has been found that an increase in contrast ratio will often serve as an effective replacement for sheer brightness. Many new sound technologies are available that are improved in effi ciency, size and power requirements, especially for speaker and amplifi ers (higher power output using less energy). We will ensure suppliers make every effort to minimise the impact and energy use at the congress.

Activities and excursionsFor any activities outside the event venue, we will endeavour to use local businesses to avoid unnecessary transport miles. Visits to local attractions, which give delegates an appreciation of local environment and culture will be chosen and we will ensure that these activities do not have a negative environmental or social impact on the local area. We believe that such events organised in a sustainable manner respect the local environment and biodiversity, and enhance the well-being of local communities.

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LOCAL SUPPORT

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LOCAL COMMITTEE

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Elaine Nevin, (MA BA H.Dip.in.Ed.)Elaine Nevin has worked in the field of environmental education and education for

sustainable development in both formal and non-formal education since 1992 as a

secondary school teacher, environmental educator and currently Director of ECO-

UNESCO, Irelands’ environmental education and youth organisation. She holds an MA

(University College Dublin), a BA in Geography and Political Science (National University

of Ireland, Galway) and a Higher Diploma in Education (National University of Ireland,

Galway).

Elaine has been the National Director of ECO-UNESCO since 2002. Elaine has overseen the development and

growth of ECO-UNESCO as one of Irelands leading organisations in environmental education and education

for sustainable development (ESD). Since 2002 Elaine has led the growth of the range of programmes and

services including the annual Young Environmentalist Awards programme which now has over 4000 youth

participants annually. Since 2002 Elaine has developed a variety of innovative environmental education

initiatives including the ‘Youth for Sustainable Development programme’ a youth peer education and

training programme aimed at empowering teenagers to become active citizens for a sustainable world;

ECO-Choices the ‘Drugs Prevention programme’ – aimed a building confidence and self-esteem in at-

risk young people using environmental education, outdoor education, peer education and training and

has led the revitalisation of the ECO-UNESCO Clubs network. Elaine has overseen the development of

ECO-UNESCO as a FETAC accredited Centre (Further Education centre) and oversaw the development of

Irelands’ first FETAC accredited training course in Sustainable Development in 2005. In 2010 Elaine led ECO-

UNESCO’s work in the establishment of ‘the Greenhouse’ an education centre for sustainability in Dublin city

centre run in collaboration with Cultivate.

In 2007 Elaine headed up research for COMHAR, Irelands Sustainable Development Council to review

Education for Sustainable Development in Ireland. In 2008 Elaine headed up the consultation and research

work on the development of a National strategy on Education for Sustainable Development in Ireland

which was awarded to ECO-UNESCO by the Department of Education and Science.

Elaine represents/ has represented ECO-UNESCO on a range of boards and committees including:

• Irish Environmental Network – Board Member 2008-present

• COMHAR Sustainable Development Council (three terms) – Appointed Council Member 2002-present

• National Youth Work Advisory Committee – Appointed Member 2007-present

• the Governance committee for the Regional Centre of Expertise in ESD in Ireland 2008-present

• National Youth Council of Ireland – Board Member 2002-2008

• National Youth Council of Ireland – Chairperson, International Advisory Committee 2006-2009

Elaine also sits on the Steering Committee on Education for Sustainable Development in Ireland and on the

Advisory Committee of Exploration Station (National Children’s Museum).

Publications:

Elaine has been involved in developing, writing and editing a wide range of environmental education

resources including publications and multi media initiatives. These include:

• Youth for the Future; Creating a Sustainable World(2010) –written by Jerrieann O’Sullivan and Hedda Dick;

Edited by Elaine Nevin ECO-UNESCO

• ECO-Choices Resource pack – An Environmental Youth Programme for Drugs Prevention(2007) written by

Feidhlim O’Seasnain; Edited by Elaine Nevin and Melissa Bendall ECO-UNESCO

• Trees in Our World (2004) – Edited by Elaine Nevin and Noreen Fitzsimmons ECO-UNESCO

• What on Earth is Sustainable Development (2004) – written by Rowan Oberman; Edited by Elaine Nevin

ECO-UNESCO

• Your Environment; Your Choice - Multi-media CD-ROM (2003) – content written by Elaine Nevin ECO-

UNESCO

• Water for Living; An education pack for transition year students (2000) and Youth Clubs – Written by Elaine

Nevin and Edited by Ruth McGrath Voice; Voice of Irish Concern for the Environment.

Articles:

Nevin, E (2008) ‘Education and sustainable development’ in Policy & Practice: A Development Education

Review, Vol. 6, Spring 2008, pp. 49-62, available: http://www.developmenteducationreview.com/issue6-

focus4.

Mark Bennett (BA MA MSc)Mark Bennett is the Chairperson of ECO-UNESCO since 2010 and has been on the board

of ECO UNESCO since 2007. Mark has been studying and working in the environmental

sector since 1995. He holds a BA in Natural Science and MA in Environmental Science

(Trinity College Dublin) and an MSc in International Management (King’s College Dublin).

His thesis on stakeholder dialogue and the internet was graded first class and published

in the journal of Accounting, Organizations and Society. He has also conducted research

in the University of Sydney and holds a certificate in Strategic Sustainable Management

from Blekinge IT in Sweden.

Mark has previously worked for local authorities including the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea on

liveability strategies, for national government agencies such as the Irish Environmental Protection Agency

on air and water pollution, and for the United States Environmental Protection Agency on a management

audit of the Lithuanian Ministry of the Environment (earning a Federal Appreciation Award). At an

international level, Mark worked for the European Commission DG Environment on Strategic Environmental

Assessment legislation. In the private sector Mark has worked for Siemens (Dublin), Intesa BCI Bank (Milan)

and International Environmental Services (Chicago). Mark has also set up and run his own consultancy

specialising in corporate social responsibility (CSR), working for clients including ITV and The Portman

Group.

At a local level Mark has been involved in setting up a successful community garden and a website for

young entrepreneurs in the low carbon economy (supported by the British Council).

Mark is currently Dublin City Council’s Green Business Officer. In this role he promotes and supports

environmental enterprise and entrepreneurship by influencing policy and engaging with the public, private

academic and NGO sectors. He led a team who developed the first Sustainability Report for an Irish local

authority, contributing to the winning of ‘Green Local Authority of the Year’, and has joined Dublin City up to

the Carbon Disclosure Project. Additionally, Mark is the Dublin City representative on The Green IFSC and is

on the Implementation Group for the green cluster project, The Green Way.

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Professor Anna Davies (BA MSc PhD)Anna Davies is Associate Professor of Geography at Trinity College Dublin. She holds a

B.A. (Cambridge), MSc (Oxford Brooks), obtained her PhD from Cambridge University

in1999 and lectured at Kings College London before her current appointment at TCD.

Anna conducts research in the arena of environmental governance particularly focusing

on the ways in which different spheres and tiers of governing actors attempt to mediate

environmental management within the areas of planning, waste management, biodiversity

and climate change. Addressing matters of environmental awareness, values, literacy

and education are component parts of her research programme. She has published widely in this field

including 2 books and more than 35 peer reviewed journal articles. Anna was awarded fellowships from

the Carnegie Council for Ethics and International Affairs and IRCHS in 2000 and 2005 and is on the editorial

board of Local Environment: the international journal for justice and sustainability, as well as Geography

Compass. In addition Anna is on the management board of the Rediscovery Centre in Ballymun. She

currently teaches on undergraduate and masters programmes within TCD, supervises 9 PhD students and is

Principal Investigator of two major research projects, one funded by the EPA, ‘CONSENSUS’ which examines

sustainable consumption, and the second funded by IRCHS which focuses on sustainable economies.

Dr Fionnuala Waldron (BEd MEq Stud PhD)Fionnuala Waldron is Chair of the Centre for Human Rights and Citizenship Education and

Dean of Education at St Patrick’s College. St Patrick’s College is a college of Dublin City

University and is a leading college of teacher education and the humanities. Originally

a primary teacher, Dr Waldron has worked in teacher education since the mid-1990s.

She became Head of Education in St Patrick’s College in 2009 and Dean of the Faculty

of Education in 2011. Fionnuala specialises in history and citizenship education and in

human rights education. She has a particular interest in environmental education with an

emphasis on climate change and global justice. Her research interests include human rights education,

children’s understandings of concepts such as citizenship, democracy, global justice and human rights and

whole school and classroom practice in environmental education.

Recent publications include:Waldron, F. et al (2011). Teachers, Human Rights and Human Rights Education: Knowledge, Perspectives and

Practices of Primary School Teachers in Ireland. Dublin:CHRCE

Ruane, B., Kavanagh, A.M., Waldron, F., Dillon, S., Maunsell, C., & Prunty, A. (2010). Young children’s engagement

with issues of global justice (A report by the Centre for Human Rights and Citizenship Education, St. Patrick’s

College, Drumcondra, and Trócaire).

Fionnuala co-founded and chairs the Centre for Human Rights and Citizenship Education. The Centre

was founded in 2005 by St Patrick’s College in collaboration with Amnesty International (Irish Section).

It engages in research and resource development relating to human rights education, education for

sustainable development, citizenship education and development and intercultural education. The Centre

has developed modules in human rights and citizenship education for initial teacher education, and

for continuing professional development. It offers a Masters in Education (Human Rights and Citizenship

Education) and supports doctoral research in relevant areas of education. Recent resources developed by

staff in the Centre include Eco-Detectives: A resource on Climate Change (Susan Pike with the Department

of Environment and Local Government); The Just Children story sack, a resource for exploring global justice

issues in early childhood education (Rowan Oberman in collaboration with Trócaire)

Dr. Roland Tormey (BSocSc PgCert PhD)Roland Tormey is a Lecturer in Practitioner-based research and Head of Department in

the Department of Education and Professional Studies, University of Limerick. He has

worked in initial teacher education, at post-primary level in UL since 2004, and at primary-

level in Mary Immaculate College, Limerick from 1996 to 2004. He has also worked as an

Education Officer with the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment in the areas of

Intercultural Education and Social and Political Education. He holds a BSocSc (University

College Dublin), a PhD (Trinity College, PhD), and a PgCert (London South Bank University).

He has represented the Government of Ireland on the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe

(UNECE) Steering Committee and Task Force on the Decade of Education for Sustainable Development and

is co-chair of the UNECE Expert Group on Competences in ESD. His areas of teaching include How Young

People Learn and Sociology of Education and his research interests include Emotional Intelligence and

Initial Teacher Education; Development Education and Education for Sustainable Development; Ethnicity,

Gender and Social Class in Education and Curriculum Development

Roland has a range of Peer Reviewed Journal Articles including:

• Corcoran, R. and Tormey, R. (2010) ‘Teacher education, emotional competencies and development

education’ Procedia - Social and Behavioural Sciences, Vol. 2, Issues 2, pp 2448-2557.

• Tormey, R. Liddy, M., McGuide, H., and McCloat, A. (2008) ‘Working in the Action/Research Nexus for ESD:

two case studies from Ireland’ International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education Vol. 9. pp. 428-440.

• Hogan, D. and Tormey, R. (2008) ‘A perspective on the relationship between Development Education and

Education for Sustainable Development’ Policy and Practice: A Development Education Review, Issue. 6,

pp. 5 - 17.

Books Chapters:

Tormey (2006) ‘Sustainable Development’ in Regan, C. (ed.) 80:20 Development in an Unequal World, 5th

Edition Bray: 80:20 (pp. 63-79)

Reports:

National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (2009) Politics and Society: Draft Syllabus for Consultation.

Dublin: National Council for Curriculum and Assessment.

National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (2008) Young People’s Areas of Interest in Politics and

Society. Dublin: National Council for Curriculum and Assessment.

Dr. Matt CroweDr. Crowe is Director of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Communications

and Corporate Services with responsibility for communications, human resources,

finance, corporate governance, organisational training and development, buildings,

IT and strategic planning. He holds a B.Sc. and Ph.D. in biochemistry from University

College, Dublin and has worked with the Irish EPA since 1995. He was instrumental in

the establishment of an Office of Environmental Enforcement in the EPA in 2003 and

chaired the National Environmental Enforcement Network from 2004 to 2007. His main

technical areas of interest are water protection and management and waste management and he has

run programmes and projects in these and other areas during his tenure at the EPA. Prior to joining the EPA

he worked in Vancouver, Canada, for five years, conducting contract research in applied environmental

sciences.

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IRELANDIreland has emerged as a leading international conference destination and has succeeded in combining the quality product demanded by discerning business visitors with a unique and memorable tourist experience. The scenery in all its variations and the friendliness inherent in the Irish people provide that unquestionable draw which optimises the desired delegate attendance. This, combined with the excellent transport and access facilities, creates an important yardstick for all conference destinations internationally. Married to all of this is the outstanding professional support available which serves to underwrite all these attributes and guarantees an exceptional conference every time.

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Traditionally high delegate turnout; world renowned for the warm welcome and genuine sense

of fun, the Irish people’s undeniable passion for life is a wonderful lure to visitors the world over

and Ireland is famous for attracting higher delegate turnouts in comparison to other destinations.

Excellent access through one of Europe’s busiest international airports. Dublin Airport is located

just 8 miles from Dublin city centre and it is an airport served by over 100 airlines many of which

are low fare airlines. There are excellent transport links in place both to other regional airports

and transfer time from the airport to the centre of the capital will take approximately 20 minutes

due to the recent opening of the Port Tunnel which has significantly reduced travelling time.

Expansion and development of the central eastern docklands part of Dublin city has

rejuvenated the capital. The infrastructure of this area is particularly developed with forthcoming

erections of further bridges and extensions to light rail systems.

VAT Refunds: The recently implemented Finance Act 2007 provides, with effect from1st July 2007,

that a business delegate attending a qualifying congress is entitled to reclaim the VAT paid in

respect of accommodation costs incurred while attending that conference. More information is

available at www.revenue.ie however The Dublin Convention Bureau has an existing partnership

with Tax Back International in order to assist companies who don’t have the expertise or resources

themselves to maximize their VAT returns. For further information please go to www.irishrefunds.

com/dcb for more details.

Accommodation: A broad range of accommodation exists with over 17,000 bedrooms in Dublin

City alone.

Proven track record; Ireland has hosted a number of major international conferences and

sporting events, including

5th World Congress on the International Fluency Association (IFA) Conference

14th European Symposium in Group Analysis

2003 Special Olympics

ICOMOST 2004 ‘Cultural Heritage Management - Ireland and the New Europe’

Supporting events for the 2006 Ryder Cup in K-Club

European Operating Room Nurses Association 2006

World Dairy Summit 2007

International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcome Research 2007

6th World Archeological Congress

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Dublin...Where it’s atThere are many layers to the city of Dublin amongst which every visitor finds their niche. It is a

bustling city with a population of over 1.7 million and is home to over 100 different nationalities all

of who contribute to the fabric of Dublin. Though it has a genuine cosmopolitan feel, Dublin has

still managed to retain its own distinct culture, which is expressed in a love of literature, drama

and traditional music.

Though shopping on Dublin’s Grafton Street is a renowned pastime, there is so much more to the

Dublin shopping experience and the choices are endless. Shopping can also be combined with

sight-seeing and history referencing with the centre of the city being the scene for many historical

events. A stroll through the city is like a walk through time, from Government Buildings on Dawson

Street, down to the General Post Office on O’Connell Street, centre-stage to the historical 1916

Easter Rising. 2016 will mark the centenary of this momentous event in Irish history.

The wide-ranging choice of hotels, restaurants, and pubs meets every visitor’s pocket and taste

and whether it is a chic boutique hotel, world-class international accommodation or a quaint

B&B, Dublin’s menu suits every palette. From Michelin Star Restaurants to casual eateries, the

mood and inclination of Dublin’s guests is anticipated, provided for and enjoyed.

Of course, the quintessential Dublin Pub provides the focal point of Dublin social life, illuminating

the vibrant hues of Dubliners & their culture. Conversation flows freely unleashing the unique

atmosphere that defines the city.

Dublin is one of the oldest cities in Europe and with ancient churches, grand buildings and fine

museums, cultural riches abound. From the ancient to the avant-garde, from history, architecture,

literature, art and archaeology to the performing arts, Dublin has it. The real advantage to the

visitor being that everything is contained within a small area. Furthermore, Dublin boasts the

largest park to be found in a European City, the Phoenix Park.

Dublin is a modern city with all the skills, structures, features and facilities necessary to host the

most complex of conferences.

When conferencing business is over, there is a wealth of activities & culture to attract delegates.

Due to Dublin’s coastal location, the sea is an integral part of Dublin life. This inheritance allows

for a wide variety of water activities, sports or just strolling. Inland, Dublin offers a pick of events

from greyhound racing, to a variety of many fine gardens, old stately homes and picturesque

parklands.

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ACCESS TO DUBLIN

Some of the Airlines servicing Dublin AirportAir Baltic

Air FranceAer Lingus

Air MaltaAir South West

American AirlinesBMI

British AirwaysBulgeria Air

Central WingsCity Jet Click Air

Continental Airways Czech AirlinesDelta Airlines

Estonian AirEthaed

Fly B AirlinesIberian AirwaysLuthuainian Air

Lufthansa Airlines Lux Air

Lots Polish Airlines Norwegian Air Shuttle

Ryan Air SAS

Sky Europe Swiss Air

Turkish Airlines

Passport & Visa RequirementsWhile EU nationals, EFTA Nationals or USA, Canadian or Australian nationals, do not currently require visas visitors are required to have a valid passport. Information on nationalities requiring a visa may be obtained from any Irish Embassy or Irish Tourist Office. The Congress Organising Committee and the Professional Conference Organiser will provide assistance in obtaining visas.

Dublin City – Access & Getting AroundDublin Airport is located just 8 miles from Dublin city centre. One of Europe’s busiest airports, it is served by over 100 airlines many of which are low fare airlines. There are excellent transport links in place both to other regional airports and transfer time from the airport to the centre of the capital will take approximately 20 minutes due to the recent opening of the Port Tunnel which has significantly reduced travelling time.

An extensive public transport network serves Dublin. This includes intercity trains, the DART, Dublin Bus Services and a light rail network (LUAS). Airlink is an express service to and from Dublin Airport and Aircoach is a privately run 24-hour dedicated bus service connecting a number of city centre hotels and locations with Dublin Airport.

The Dublin Pass offers free transport from the airport to the city and free entry to over 30 of Dublin’s top attractions and special offers in over 25 of Dublin’s top shops, restaurants, tours and entertainment venues. The Dublin Pass is available to congress delegates at a special discounted rate.

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The Main Auditorium - Levels 3, 4, 5The tiered auditorium can comfortably seat up to 2,000 delegates in a contemporary,

sophisticated environment. Although seating a maximum of 2,000 delegates, it can

comfortably accommodate up to 1,000 delegates on the lower stalls, with the upper stalls

being blocked off. Delegates seated in the parallel rooms can be part of the plenary

sessions via a vision link ensuring everyone can be involved.

With cutting edge AV technology, lighting, sound and staging together with a team of expert

technicians, this auditorium is the ideal location for a plenary session.

The Liffey Halls 1 & 2 - Level 1The Liffey Halls are located on level 1 and are perfect for conferences and small exhibitions.

They are spacious and highly adaptable halls that can be used for the semi-plenaries. With

1700sqm gross of space and services such as power located in the floor, this hall has been

designed for (the) ultimate flexibility.

The Liffey A & B – Level 1Situated on level 1, the Liffey A & B are one of the most flexible spaces in the convention

centre. An innovative Skyfold system lowers a soundproof wall from the ceiling creating two

halls with conference capacity of 584 and 800 respectively

The Forum – Ground FloorOur largest flat floored hall The Forum is the perfect location for conferences, exhibitions

and banquets. The Forum will be used for the exhibition and catering space for the

conference. Exhibitors can also take advantage of this hall’s space with a ceiling height

up to 8m and under floor ducting for essential services such as power and data ports.

Its proximity to the other rooms ensures that the exhibition area is at the heart of the

conference.

Please note the entire building will be wheelchair accessible.

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Sunday Day 1 Event Venue

Registration Opens The Councourse - CCD

Welcome Reception The Auditorium - CCD

Monday Day 2 Event Venue

Main Plenary The Auditorium - CCD

Poster Session - Tea/Coffee & Biscuit Break The Forum - CCD

Break out Sessions Liffey & Wicklow Halls

Lunch The Forum - CCD


Tea/Coffee & Biscuit Break The Forum - CCD


Optional Cultural Night Various venues

Tuesday Day 3 Event Venue






Tea/Coffee & Biscuit Break The Forum - CCD


Congress Dinner CCD

Wednesday Day 4 Event Venue





Conference Closing Session The Auditorium - CCD

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ThemesKey themes include:

The connection between ecology, economy and societyThis theme will explore the relationships between ecology, economy and society. It will examine the

interdependencies and relationships of ecosystems in the natural world; the interdependencies of people and

the natural world at a local and global level. This theme will also examine how we can learn from nature and how

environmental education can help us understand and see the wonder of the natural world.

Empowering people, encouraging active citizenship and democratic decision-making. This theme will

explore the place empowerment and active citizenship has in environmental education. It will examine young

peoples role in politics and will explore leadership development.

The places we learn - environmental Education in Formal; Non-formal and informal LearningLearning– formalThis will explore a range of practices in environmental education used in formal education. It will explore

environmental education in the curriculum; whole schools/institutional approach and span the spectrum of

primary and secondary, universities, third level institutions. It will examine and explore pedagogies, curriculum

development; assessment and evaluation; professional competencies; teacher education and professional

development; teaching and learning strategies and interdisciplinary approaches and transformative

education

Learning - Non-formal This will explore a range of practices and methodologies in environmental education used in non-formal

education. It will explore the role of further education; the opportunities of life-long learning and the role of

community education, youth work and NGO educational programmes and learning outside the classroom. It will

explore the role of volunteerism, placement programmes and leadership networks and the roles of institutions

such as environmental education centres.

Learning – in-formal educationThis will explore the role of informal education in environmental education and some of the opportunities that

may exist. It will explore how the media, social networking and other informal methods are being used and can

be used in environmental education.

Learning from the UN Decade of ESDThis theme will review current strategies, skills, practices and methods in environmental education as highlighted

throughout the UN decade of ESD. It will examine some of the key successes of the UN Decade.

Key Skills Development In Environmental Education This theme will examine the skills we need to help create a more sustainable and equitable world. It explores

key skills of: critical thinking competencies, futures thinking; systems thinking; indigenous and intergenerational

learning; cultural learning and skills.

Exploring the role of Values EducationThis will explore the role of Values education with respect at the centre; respect for the self, respect for others,

including those of present and future generations, for difference and diversity, for the environment, for the planet’s

resources. It will examine: developing a respect for ecological systems and for others appreciation of diversity;

ethics; eco-philosophy; attitudes and spirituality.

Learning to Create a Healthy WorldThis will examine the role of environmental education in creating a healthier world for the individual, the community

and ultimately society. It will explore how environmental education can help build self confi dence, motivation,

self awareness, its role in positive mental and physical health; eco-psychology and the role of spirituality.

Methodologies in Environmental EducationThis will examine some key methodologies in environmental education. It will examine the importance of

experiential learning, discovery learning, Peer to Peer learning; Outdoor education; Role play, action research,

refl ection; Environmental art; Discovery learning ; Place-based learning; Situated learning; Experiences of nature;

Experiential learning and Environmental action projects.

Learning for the Future: engaging young peopleThis theme will review how young people, popular culture, arts and creative media, social media and IT can

be used in environmental education. This will explore the role of social networking, virtual sites can play in

environmental education. This theme will highlight and review youth-led environmental education initiatives.

Learning from Each Other and Learning to Collaborate and CooperateThis theme will bring stakeholders of different experience and background together to share experiences,

good practice and innovations in environmental education to facilitate the development of networks for the

environmental education. It will explore opportunities and challenges in collaborating and cooperation. It

will explore the areas of community cooperation; networking and partnerships; Local, global and regional

partnerships and organisations and businesses and sustainability.

The Sustainability Challenge in An Uncertain FutureThis theme will review some of the current issues in related to sustainability including climate change, water, waste,

energy and will examine the role of environmental education in these issues. Areas will include: sustainable

consumption; environmental justice and equality; the role of environmental and social movements.

Environmental Education in Public Policy This theme will examine the importance of engaging policy makers in environmental education and be able to

demonstrate the important role that environmental education can play in the development of policy- education,

social and environmental. This will, demonstrate how public policy can strengthen environmental education

and explore new opportunities to incorporate environmental education into education reform efforts and into

social and environmental policy.

Environmental Education ResearchThis theme will explore most recent developments in the research fi eld in environmental education and allow

researchers to present their work to the global community. It will examine how environmental education research

can demonstrate its relevance to the real world and the environmental and development problems that are

current.

Evaluation and assessmentThis theme will examine the need to demonstrate that our work is important, relevant and effective in meeting

the challenges that face the world and will examine ways of measuring impact of our environmental education

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Social ProgrammeThe social programme of any congress is central to its success, particularly when a high

number of spouses or partners accompany the delegates. Dublin has the great advantage

of being a cosmopolitan capital city yet to the East; the Irish Sea laps its shores, whilst

to the West and North, rolling countryside boasts Ireland’s renowned greenery with and

the heather-clad Dublin Mountains forming the gateway to the South and the “Garden

Of Ireland”, County Wicklow. This affords the Congress the luxury of being able to create

innovative and entertaining tours for delegates and accompanying persons both around

the city centre and to the varied landscape beyond.

Dublin offers a variety of impressive venues for evening functions, from the traditional

to the sophisticated, from the casual to the chic, the options are extensive affording the

opportunity for all moods and sentiments being captured and met.

Sunday Night Welcome ReceptionFollowing the official opening, a welcome reception will be held in a the Convention Centre

Dublin. This evening reception will provide an opportunity for delegates to meet in a relaxed

environment, network and reacquaint with past acquaintances.

Monday Night Optional ECO-Night - ECO-UNESCO’s Green Trail of Dublin CityRediscover Nature in the City! ECO-UNESCO is delighted to offer guided tours of Dublin City with

our Urban Green trails. Drawing on 25 years experience delivering environmental education

throughout Dublin and Ireland, ECO-UNESCO has created this innovative trail which allows you

to explore nature in the heart of the city, whilst also learning more about Dublin’s built heritage.

Hands-on environmental activities along the way will allow participants to contribute to a greater

understanding of our role within the wider environment, while taking an engaging and original

tour of the city.

Nature in the City:- Explore Dublin’s park lands and biodiversity hotspots - Engage in Environmental Outdoor Education & experiential learning - Find out more about Dublin’s flora & fauna Built Heritage:- Discover more about Dublin’s buildings, architecture and urban planning- Find out about the stories behind the names- Learn about where famous figures from the Irish past lived and worked Monday Night Optional Cultural night - Literary Walk of Georgian DublinHere is an opportunity to discover Medieval and Georgian Dublin through the eyes of a

famous Dublin street poet who will bring to life Dublin’s writers and walk the very paths that

inspired our luminary writers like Swift, Yeats, Joyce, Wilde and Beckett. This performance

tour takes you to Dublin Castle, St, Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church and Trinity College.

Tuesday Night Congress DinnerPlease refer overleaf for a full description.

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Congress DinnerInterpreting the mood and understanding the sentiment is crucial when we organise thiswonderful and most important element of the social programme. This will be a signatureevent unique to this Congress, its objectives and its essence.

The Convention Centre Dublin is the perfect venue for this event. The venue will be transformed into a wonderland of candlelight and atmospheric lighting. Colourful linens and chic furniture will create a spectacle to behold and the sense of occasion will be palpable. We will create a striking stage design, provide arresting lighting displays and use state-of-the-art audio visual and video production ensuring a most unforgettable evening.

An alternative venue for the Congress Dinner could be The Round Room in The MansionHouse. Situated in Dublin’s city centre, the Mansion House is the Lord Mayor’s officialresidence. The Round Room was built in 1821 for the much-anticipated visit of King GeorgeIV. On the 21st of January 1919, the First Dáil Éireann was held in the Round Room. In 1921,100 years after its construction to receive the English monarch, the Anglo-Irish Treaty wasratified in this room. It was the signing of this treaty that created the Irish Free State, and ledto the Irish Civil War. The Mansion House is located on Dawson Street which runs parallel tothe famous shopping thoroughfare of Grafton Street. This unique venue is very suitable forhosting Gala dinners, fashion shows, conferences, exhibitions, receptions and a range ofother diverse formats.

The delegates will enjoy engaging entertainment, representative of the Irish location andculture but equally reflecting the collective tastes of the audience. The finer and intrinsicdetails such as menus and place names will illustrate the branding of the conference andwill demonstrate the consistent creativity that will be associated not just with this part of theprogramme but also with the Congress as a whole from conception to conclusion.

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Accommodation – Hotel Options

Mercer Court Accommodation, Lower Mercer Street, Dublin 2 Two Star **The Mercer Court Hotel is situated next to Dublin’s famous Grafton Street Mercer and St.

Stephen’s Green. It offers affordable bed and breakfast accommodation in an excellent

location – close to many of Dublin’s bars, restaurants, museums, theatres, shopping districts

and visitor attractions. All rooms are en-suite, DD telephone, TV, towels and linen. This

accommodation is a 15 minute walk to the Convention Centre Dublin.

Jurys Custom House, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1 Three Star ***Jurys Inn Custom House is centrally and attractively located along the River Liffey in the

International Financial Services Centre. It offers modern attractive rooms capable of

accommodating up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. All rooms are en-suite with multi

channel TV, tea/coffee making facilities, radio and DD phone. Inn Fusion Restaurant serves

international cuisine at reasonable prices. The hotel is a 5 minute walk from the Convention

Centre Dublin.

Clarion Hotel Four Star ****A modern purpose built hotel overlooking the River Liffey in the heart of the financial

district and close to all tourist attractions. All bedrooms are contemporary and comfortably

appointed with air conditioning, interactive television, tea & coffee making facilities, minibar and

in-room private safe. Enjoy the choice of eating experiences - European cuisine in the restaurant,

Asian fusion in the Kudos Bar and its informal style lounge. It is a mere 2 minute walk from the

Convention Centre Dublin.

Maldron Hotel Four Star ****The Maldron Hotel and leisure centre Cardiff Lane Dublin is regarded as one of the best located

hotels in Dublin City Centre. This spacious 304 bedroom hotel is ideally located overlooking the

Grand Canal Theatre and is just minutes walk to the Convention Centre Dublin. The beautifully

appointed 4 star accommodation in Cardiff Lane Dublin offer a light, spacious, contemporary

style of minimum 25 square metres. Vertigo Bar is a funky bar space within the hotel open

throughout the day while Stir Restaurant offers an array of dishes to tempt your taste buds.

Westbury Hotel Five Star *****The Westbury Hotel is perfectly located just off cosmopolitan Grafton Street, in the heart

of Dublin city centre. This 5 star Dublin hotel provides easy access to the central business

district, the IFSC, theatres, entertainment, and the many cultural and heritage attractions

in Dublin city centre. The hotel has a very relaxed atmosphere with elegance, charm and

a reputation for excellent cuisine and service. It is located within a 15 minute walk of the

Convention Centre Dublin.

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Half Day Excursions There is a wide range to choose from, however the following might offer a flavour of what is there to enjoy.

Dublin City This tour will provide an introduction to Dublin and its elegant Georgian buildings. We will visit 16th Century Trinity College founded in 1582 by Queen Elizabeth I. On display here is the legendary Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript dating from the 8th century. The tour ends with a visit to the Whiskey Corner. A short audio-visual presentation in English explains the process of whiskey-making, which will be followed by whiskey tasting in the adjoining pub. Four members from each group will be presented with diplomas as professional whisky makers.

Grand Traditions and Great Houses in County KildareAbout an hour’s drive from Dublin resides the treasured house of one of Ireland’s proudest traditions - The National Stud. A tour of the stud and a visit to the horse museum will entertain and delight even those who have not yet been bitten by the bug of horse racing. Mare and foals can be seen in the paddocks from the Tully Walk and a few famous stallions will be on view. Integrated into the grounds of the stud are the remarkable Japanese Gardens. Laid out in an area of bogland by the Japanese gardener Tasa Elida, and devised by Col. William Hill-Walker, the gardens have been designed and landscaped to take the visitor on the “Path of Life” from cradle to grave.

There is a short drive of approximately 30 minutes to Castletown House, Ireland’s largest and finest Palladian country house. Built in the early 18th century for the then Speaker of the Irish House of Commons, William Connolly. The façade was designed by the Italian architect Aleksandra Galilee with the remainder being restored by Sir Edward Lovett Pearce. The interior decoration was completed under the supervision of the wife of Connolly’s nephew, Lady Louisa, sister to the 3rd Duke of Richmond.

GlendaloughWe travel south through the Dublin and Wicklow mountains to the monastic site of Glendalough, founded by St Kevin in the 6th century. This is followed by a visit to Russborough House situated on the shores of the Blessington Lakes. This is home to Sir Alfred and Lady Beit and is an outstanding Palladian House by Richard Castle, constructed between 1740 and 1750. The tour includes a visit to the house wherein the Beit art collection is displayed and open for viewing.

North Coast and Malahide CastleThis tour travels along the North Coast of Dublin Bay to the summit of the Hill of Howth, which offers a panoramic view of Dublin and its surroundings. Later a visit will be made to Malahide Castle, one of Ireland’s oldest and most historic sites founded by Richard Talbot in the 12th century and occupied by his descendants until 1976. During the tour, there will be the opportunity to view excellent examples of Irish period furniture, as well as a unique collection of Irish historical portraits.

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Pre and post congress tours Pre and post congress tours will be offered to delegates, these will run based on minimum numbers. Below is a sample of one of the tours that are available allowing delegates to enjoy Ireland’s beautiful scenery and affording them the opportunity of visiting historic places of note such as:

• Kilkenny City, Kilkenny• The Giant’s Causeway, Co Antrim• The Rock of Cashel, Co Tipperary• Bunratty Castle, Co Clare.

Tour 1: Dublin-Kildare-Shannon, 4 day TourDay 1Up early, guests will make the easy transfer from Dublin to Ireland’s horse county of Kildare, where they will be treated to a fabulous gourmet dinner and overnight stay in one of Ireland’s most luxurious five-star golf resorts, The K Club - home to the Ryder Cup in 2006.

Day 2Day 2 sees our guests travel from Kildare to the wonderfully scenic region of the Shannon, famous for being the longest river in the British Isles, it is a river that winds through the countryside meeting the Atlantic Ocean at Limerick City. Guests will be treated to a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay in the distinguished and opulent surroundings of Dromoland Castle.

Day 3Irish castle resorts are famous for their beautiful grounds and their wide range of activities. You can avail of the best this setting has to offer with a morning spent clay-pigeon shooting, angling or fishing.

Later, guests will be taken to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, which includes a 13th century castle and a fascinating folk park, which recreates rural and urban life in 19th-century Victorian Ireland. Lunch will be served in the authentic and cosy surroundings of a traditional Irish pub.

Bunratty is famous for its lively nightlife and guests can later enjoy dinner in one of the town’s happening pubs, Durty Nelly’s.

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Tour 2 Dublin-Wicklow-Kerry 5 daysDay 1After enjoying breakfast in the hotel, guests will be picked up by a fleet of Land Rover Jeeps and will have to complete several testing challenges on the way to Ballyknocken House in County Wicklow, just south of Dublin. Get ready for an Irish Dancing competition, Guinness Pint Pulling, and a clue-solving session involving the locals!

On arrival, guests will be treated to an extraordinary lunch in the delightful and traditional Hay Barn. Afterwards, it’s off to the forest where everyone gets the chance to drive specially prepared Land Rovers over the rocky Wicklow mountain terrain. Also on the agenda are blind driving challenges and clay-pigeon shooting.

After the day’s activities and prize giving, the group will travel back to their selected hotel in a convoy – guests can keep in touch with each other via special radio sets on the way back to the hotel. After some relaxing time in the hotel, it’s off to a chic city centre restaurant for dinner.

Day 2After breakfast in the hotel, guests have the chance to explore the charms of Dublin city for themselves.

That evening it’s off to the outstanding Number Six, Kildare Street, home of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland and one of Ireland’s most prestigious addresses for private dinner and entertainment. Its entertainment all round as guests are met by a traditional piper who will lead them into the venue for drinks and canapés before dinner.

And this is no ordinary venue – the reception will be held in the stunning Graves Hall while listening to a band performing French and Italian Café music and Brazilian bossa nova. Dinner is served in the impressive Corrigan Hall with post-prandial musical treats from a string quartet and singing pianist.

Day 3Breakfast is in the hotel before transfer by coach to the Kingdom of Kerry and magnificent Killarney, stopping off at the picturesque village of Adare for lunch. Along the way and to keep things interesting, the coach stops to pick up a lively hitchhiker – a character to entertain everyone, before arriving at the hotel and taking a leisurely stroll around this world-famous Kerry town.

It’s a traditional pub dinner that evening, where guests can relax and enjoy the jovial atmosphere, including Irish dancing, singing and invitations for everyone to join in!

Day 4It’s off by coach to Kate Kearney’s Cottage, where guests are greeted by local “jarveys”, their horses and their jaunting cars. This is the mode of transport for the next seven miles through the hauntingly beautiful Gap of Dunloe. Lunch is a BBQ served at Lord Brandon’s Cottage beside the lakes and afterwards guests are treated to an amazing falconry display. This is followed by a boat trip across the three lakes of Killarney and the day ends at an Irish castle, where guests are transferred back to the hotel.

A private farewell dinner is served in one of Killarney’s finest restaurants before the evening’s entertainment commences with a lively Irish band to finish off the trip on a high note!

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Tour 3: Dublin – Belfast – Dublin, 3 daysDay 1Discovering Northern IrelandCheck out of your luxury hotel in Dublin and get on the road to discover Northern Ireland. En-route, you will visit Malahide Castle, set on 250 acres of parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide.

A light lunch will be in Cruzzos restaurant on the Marina in Malahide, followed afterwards by a drive north towards Belfast City. After checking into your luxury hotel, you will be chauffeured by a local guide in a traditional black taxi for a tour of Belfast city. This tour allows you to sit back and acquaint yourself with Belfast, a city that is steeped in history and culture. Evening entertainment is provided as you dine in one of Belfast’s great restaurants.Overnight stay is in a luxury Belfast City Centre Hotel.

Day 2The Giant’s CausewayToday you will visit Northern Ireland’s premier tourist attraction, The Giant’s Causeway. Comprised of 40,000 basalt blocks with interlocking basalt columns this was formed by cooling lava some two million years ago. Legend has it that the giant Finn McCool, the Ulster warrior, built giant sized stepping stones to bring his love from the island of Staff, located off the Scottish coast, across the sea to Ulster.

Don’t forget a visit to the heart-stopping Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. For those brave enough to cross the 24m deep and 18m wide Atlantic chasm, you will enjoy stunning views over the sea to the Scottish Coast. Three kilometres from this fascinating causeway coast brings you to Bushmills, home to Ireland’s oldest working distillery and the oldest licensed distillery in the world. Enjoy lunch and a guided tour before departing back to Belfast.

Evening entertainment is in the form of a Gala dinner at Waterfront Hall, Belfast. It is the perfect venue for your final night in Ireland. After dinner, enjoy the spectacle of a troop of Irish Dancers, who will perform a selection of routines from the lyrical moves of soft shoe dance to the more dynamic moves and sound of hard shoe. Overnight in your luxury Belfast City Centre Hotel.

Day 3It’s up early for transfers to Belfast/Dublin Airport and a farewell to the green isle.

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Share the Vision – Bicentennary Conference of the Christian Brothers, the Presentation Brothers and Edmund Rice 3000 Royal Dublin Society

World Baton Twirling Championship 3000 University of Limerick

5th European Congress of Psychology 2000 UCD, Dublin

WAC 6 World Archaeology Conference 1800 University College Dublin

International Foster Care Association 1200 UCD, Dublin

9th World Harp Conference 1200 University College Dublin

International Grasslands Conference 1200 UCD, Dublin

International Conference on Synthetic Metals 1000 Trinity College Dublin

JEMS (Joint European Magnetic Symposia) 1000 Trinity College, Dublin

European Foster Care Association 800 UCC, Cork

International Biometric Society 800 University College Dublin

ESACT – European Society of Animal Cell Technology 800 City West Hotel

European Regional Science 600 UCD, Dublin

European Association of Psychotherapy 600 UCD, Dublin

International Symposium for 3rd Sector Research 500 Trinity, Dublin

5th World Congress on the International Fluency Association (IFA) Conference 500 Trinity College Dublin

14th European Symposium in Group Analysis 600 Trinity College Dublin

British Association of Removers 500 Berkeley Court Hotel

52nd International Congress on Meat Science and Technology 500 University College Dublin

PLEA Passive and Low Energy Architecture Conference 500 University College Dublin

ICEVI International Council for the Education of people with Visual Impairment. 500 Trinity College, Dublin

9th World Congress on Environmental Health 450 Trinity College Dublin

17th International Symposium on the Photochemistry and Photophysics of Co-ordination Compounds (ISPPCC) 400 Trinity College Dublin

International Conference on Dietary Fibre 400 Berkeley Court, Dublin

The TERENA Conference 400 The University of Limerick

International Security and Management Association 400 Jury’s Hotel, Dublin

ISF / International Symposium on Forecasting 400 Trinity, Dublin

9th Biennial SGA (IAEG-Geologists) Meeting 400 Trinity College Dublin

European Grid Networking Conference 400 University College Cork

International Human Resource Management (IHRM) 400 University of Limerick

School of Chemistry, ICSFS Conference 400 Trinity College Dublin

Child Minding Ireland 400 University College Cork

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EAHIL Eurpoean Association Of Health Information Libraries 380 Dublin Castle

IARIW / CSO (The International Association of Research of Income And Wealth) 350 University College Cork

Nuffi eld Conference 320 Belfast, Dublin, Kilkenny

ICOMOST 2004 ‘Cultural Heritage Management - Ireland and the New Europe’ 300 Dublin Castle, Dublin

21st IGES and 3rd NAMS (Mining) 300 University College Dublin

International Research Society of Children’s Literature 300 Trinity College Dublin

International Cancer Conference 300 Dublin Castle, Dublin

ISRCL Conference (International Society for the Reform of Criminal Law 300 Dublin Castle, Dublin

Barnardos – Tomorrow’s Child Conference 300 D4 Hotels

Irish Software Association 300 O’Reilly Hall, UCD

Barnardos 2001 International Forum for Child Welfare 250 University of Limerick

European Institute of Women’s Health 250 Trinity, Dublin

World Canals Conference 250 Dublin Castle

5th Annual Symposium on Internet Gambling Law Management 250 Shelbourne hotel

The 6th International Cancer Conference 2008 250 Dublin Castle, Dublin

IFHE International Federation for Home Economics Conference 250 St Ursula's College, Sligo

CECDE (Centre for Early Childhood Development and Education) 200 Dublin Castle, Dublin

Stress Conference – Dublin County Stress Clinic 200 Leopardstown Pavilion Dublin

International Baroque Conference 200 Trinity, Dublin

Safex Conference 200 Jury’s Hotel, Dublin

International Conference on Focusing 200 Fitzpatrick’s Hotel, Clare

President of Vietnam – State Visit to UCD 200 University College Dublin

Europatat 150 Killarney, Co. Kerry

European Energy Conference ‘Promoting a Sustainable Energy Culture in Europe’ 150 Rochestown Park Hotel Cork

American Society of Industrial Standards 150 Jury’s Hotel, Dublin

IUISC – Irish Universities’ Information Systems Colloquium 150 Killarney, Co. Kerry

American Overseas Dietetic Association 150 The Alexander Hotel, Dub.

SAP Conference 150 Westbury Hotel, Dublin

IUISC – Irish Universities’ Information Systems Colloquium 130 Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

International Network of Accountants and Auditors 120 The Westbury, Dublin

Universitas 21 120 University College Dublin

Society of Chartered Surveyors 100 Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

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10th International Conference on Negative Strand Viruses 600 Trinity, Dublin

4th Abdominal Compartment Syndrome Conference 500 Trinity College Dunlin

Society of General Microbiology 500 Trinity College, Dublin

11th International Conference on Human Retrovirology – HTLV and Related Viruses 400 Trinity, Dublin

International Paediatric Dentistry Conference 400 Trinity, Dublin

19th European Conference on Health Records 400 Trinity, Dublin

All Ireland Cancer Conference 400 Rochestown Park Hotel, Co. Cork

13th Annual European Neurofi bromatosis Symposia 400 Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney

All Ireland Cancer Conference 400 Four Seasons Hotel

International Sports Medicine Conference 350 Trinity, Dublin

International Association of Orthoptists 300 Trinity, Dublin

European Association of Poison Centres and Clinical Toxicologists Beaumont Hospital 300 Trinity, Dublin

Multiple Sclerosis Association 300 West County Hotel, Co. Limerick

Infl uenza – The Next Pandemic’ Meeting 300 University College Dublin

HIV in the New Millennium 300 University College Dublin

Hepatitis-C; a Hidden Pandemic 300 University College Dublin

Clinical Risk Management Conference 300 The Burlington, Dublin

International Cancer Conference, St. James Hospital 300 Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin

British Orthoptic Society 250 City Hall, Cardiff, Wales

Hospital Committee of the European Union (HOPE) ‘Choice and Quality in Mental Health Care’ 200 Dublin Castle

Surgical Infection Society Europe 200 University College Cork

6th International Cancer Coference 190 Dublin Castle

EFA - European Federation of Allergy and Airways Diseases Patients Associations 150 Trinity College, Dublin

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Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform – Childcare Conference 400 Killarney Great Southern Hotel, Killarney

Department of Social, Community and Family Affairs 300 Brandon Hotel, Tralee

Department of Health – Offi ce of Tobacco Control 250 Dublin Castle

The Department of Arts, Heritage, and the Islands – World Canals 250 Dublin Castle

Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform – The Internet Advisory Board 200 Radisson Hotel, Dublin

Higher Education Authority – HEAnet Conference 150 Tipperary Institute

The Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform – Gender Pay Gap 150 Dublin Castle

Central Statistics Offi ce – International Association of Research on Income and Wealth 200 University College Cork

Higher Education Authority – HEAnet Conference 120 Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

Higher Education Authority – HEAnet Conference 120 Radisson Hotel, Limerick

EU Presidency Conference – Change is in the Air' Offi ce of Tobacco Control 300 Radisson Hotel, Limerick

Department of Health and Children – Centre for Early Childhood Development and Education 250 Dublin Castle

The Heritage Council 'Built to Last' 150 Dublin Castle

The Heritage Offi ce 'Dublin City Walls and Defenses' 150 Dublin Castle

Health Research Board 'Today’s Health Research is Tomorrow’s Healthcare' 200 Dublin Castle

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