TU Dublin Students Partner with Afri to Host Afri Hedge School 2026: Joining the Peace Together
TU Dublin Community Development and Youth Work (CDYW) Year 3 students and lecturers, in partnership with Afri (Action from Ireland), are proud to host the Afri Hedge School 2026 on Tuesday, 17 November, from 10:00am to 4:00pm at D Block Room D034, Blanchardstown Campus.
The theme for this year’s Hedge School is “joining the Peaces Together” a reference to peace in our war-torn world and the interconnectedness of human rights issues like ‘pieces’ on a jigsaw puzzle with global causes yet local consequences in communities.
The event will explore the local and global challenges faced by adults and young people today, from the poverty and cost of living crisis, forced displacement due to war and climate breakdown, inequality in education and the gendered dimensions of homelessness.
“As future Community Development and Youth Workers, our students recognise their role in raising awareness and taking action about human rights issues and their global and local causes and consequences that impact the poorest and most vulnerable members of society,” said Dr Liam McGlynn, a Lecturer in Community Development & Youth Work.
“The Afri Hedge School provides an important space to reflect on these realities, share learning, and advocate for peace, an end to wars and provision of shelter, protection, health and education.”
The Afri Hedge School 2026 will bring together panellists and expert speakers on the themes, alongside participatory workshops led by Year 3 CDYW students. The day will also feature reflection and opportunities for dialogue, as well as music, tree-planting stands and tea, coffee, and a light lunch provided.
The event is free to attend, but booking on Eventbrite is essential as spaces are limited. Attendees are asked to arrive by 9:30am for registration.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm (Arrive by 9:30 for registration)
Location: D Block Room D034, Blanchardstown Campus
Booking: Eventbrite