US students of Irish descent to sample modern and historic Ireland in diaspora strengthening initiative

US teenagers of Irish descent will be given a taste of modern and historic Ireland next summer as part of a Government initiative to strengthen diaspora links.

It is planned that around 20 high-school students, aged 15 to 17 will spend two or three weeks in the country.

The itinerary will include visits to Dublin and to rural Ireland, with history and culture being demonstrated through a mix of courses and excursions.