Looking back, Moving forward: Being an individual while celebrating our collective history

Traveller Pride Week celebrates and promotes the Traveller community’s unique contribution to Irish society while combating the discrimination and prejudice Travellers face.

May 18th to 29th 2026

Rosie McCarthy and Trish Reilly surrounded by fans.

(LtoR) Sean Og Graham, Mary Barry, Mickey Dunne, Kate Theasby, Niamh Dunne, Johnny Purcell and William Dundon

(LtoR) Johnny Purcell and William Dundon

(LtoR) Kate Theasby, Niamh Dunne and Johnny Purcell.

Poets Johnny Collins and Helen Hutchinson

Helena Power reads a message from President Michael D. Higgins and Geraldine McDonnell hosts the evening.

Traveller Pride Awards 2026

Nominations Open for Traveller Pride Awards 2026

Nominations are now officially open for the Traveller Pride Awards 2026, celebrating the achievements, leadership, and contributions of Travellers and allies across Ireland.

The Traveller Pride Awards recognise individuals, groups, and organisations who are making a meaningful impact in their communities, whether through leadership, education, creativity, enterprise, or advocacy.

Organisers are calling on members of the public, community organisations, and stakeholders to submit nominations and help shine a light on the positive contributions and successes within the Traveller community.

Award categories include:

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Education
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Enterprise and Innovation
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Music, Arts or Culture
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Sport
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Intersectionality
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Community
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Youth (12-18 years)
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Youth (19-25 years)
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Speaking about the awards, organisers highlighted the importance of recognising excellence and amplifying positive stories:
"The Traveller Pride Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of Travellers across Ireland. We encourage people to nominate individuals and groups whose work deserves recognition and visibility."

Nominations are open to individuals, community groups, projects, and organisations across Ireland. Submissions are welcomed from both within and outside the Traveller community.

How to nominate:
Nomination forms are available through Travellerprideweek@gmail.com

Closing date for nominations:
10th April

For further information, please contact:
travelleprideweek@gmail.com

Work With Us

Traveller Pride Week is coordinated by the national Traveller organisations consisting of the National Traveller MABS, the Irish Traveller Movement, Involve Youth and Community Services, Pavee Point Traveller & Roma Centre, the Parish of the Travelling People, Exchange House Ireland, Minceirs Whiden and the National Traveller Women’s Forum.