The Washington Ireland Program

For three decades, the Washington Ireland Program (WIP) has played an important role in post-conflict Northern Ireland and Ireland by bringing together leaders from a wide range of communities and backgrounds for outstanding leadership and skills-development programs. WIP’s aim is to support, inspire and develop leaders who are committed to building a future of peace and prosperity for Northern Ireland and Ireland.

Featured Events

Latest Events

  • An Evening with Celtic Chefs 2025

    Wednesday, 4th June

    07:00 PM

    The thirteenth installment of WIP’s annual Evening with Celtic Chefs will feature fantastic Chefs from the DC area offering delicious samples of their signature preparations served with an Irish flair. The Chefs will showcase their creativity alongside an exciting lineup of VIP Celebrity Sous Chefs hailing from the fields of politics, journalism, business, and the Irish American community. And we're delighted to announce that Ireland's first astronaut, Dr Norah Patten, will accept the Spirit of WIP Award!

The Washington Ireland Program

The Washington Ireland Program

620 F Street NW Ste 747, Washington DC, DC, 20004

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