Irish Whale and Dolphin Group roadshow coming to Letterkenny

The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG), in collaboration with Fair Seas, is visiting Letterkenny tomorrow, Thursday, for the first in a series of free, in-person evening events in coastal towns around Ireland.

The roadshow will take place at Central Library, Letterkenny, from 5:30pm to 8pm.

The Local Groups Roadshow aims to connect coastal communities and local members of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group with the latest developments in marine conservation, marine protected areas (MPAs), and the future of Ireland’s seas. 

Fair Seas is a coalition of eNGOS in Ireland attempting to build a movement of ocean stewardship and lobby the government for a coherent network of effective MPAs.

Each stop provides an opportunity for local communities to: connect with IWDG and Fair Seas representatives directly, learn more about Ireland’s marine wildlife and habitats, understand current and proposed Marine Protected Areas, hear about national marine policy developments in clear, accessible terms, ask questions and share local knowledge and concerns and celebrate IWDG’s local groups and inaugurate a new flag for each group.

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The evening will include short presentations from IWDG and Fair Seas, guest speakers, a short film screening, followed by open discussion with attendees. 

‘Fair Seas: The Atlantic Northwest’ will be shown during the free event. It features the views, stories and insights of local communities who depend on the sea to make a living. 

Tickets are available on Eventbrite.