A Diplomatic Encounter: Palestinian Ambassador's Visit to Kinsale Community School

KCS had the distinguished honour of welcoming Dr. Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid, the Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland.  The Ambassador was accompanied by Mr. Rami Abdalmajid, Ms. Dania Dasouqi, and Mr. Jihad Jaara.

The Ambassador commenced her visit by engaging with our school management, sharing valuable insights into her experiences as the Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland. She and her guests shared firsthand knowledge and perspective on the current diplomatic landscape.

After lunch, the delegation were entertained by Ms. Kearney and the  KCS Trad Band.  Subsequently, Dr. Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid captivated our students with an enlightening talk that delved deep into Palestinian culture, history, and current affairs. Her presentation was informative and emotive.

A highlight of the visit was the interactive session that followed, where Dr. Jilan graciously welcomed a Q&A session with our student cohort. Our KCS students rose to the occasion, posing pertinent and measured questions that reflected positively on their depth of knowledge and their eagerness to learn from an esteemed expert.

The visit ended with three TY students, Sarah, Sadbh and Shea, giving a guided tour of the school.

The Ambassador's visit has undeniably broadened our students' horizons, providing them with a unique opportunity to connect with a real-world diplomat. Dr. Jilan's willingness to engage in open dialogue has fostered an atmosphere of curiosity and learning within our school community.

We commend our students for their thoughtful inquiries and express our deep gratitude to Dr. Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid for sharing her valuable insights with the Kinsale Community School.