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People applaud at a business meeting
By Birmingham Irish • October 22, 2026
West Midlands Irish, is a business network initiative supported by the Emigrant Support Programme and funded by the Irish Governments Dept of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Outdoor activity session
By Birmingham Irish • October 22, 2026
The sessions are mostly free activities around Birmingham to help the physical and wellbeing of older adults seeking to make friends, improve health and share moments with others.
Attendees at a Silve Surfer session
By Birmingham Irish • October 22, 2026
Our Silver Surfers group is a welcoming and friendly space for anyone aged 50+ who would like to develop their digital skills, learn something new and spend time with others.
Two people study a book
By Birmingham Irish • October 22, 2026
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
Dementia Centre attendees
By Birmingham Irish • September 23, 2026
"We have had some new clients start up recently at the Kings Heath Dementia Centre. The difference in them in just a couple of weeks makes me so proud of what we achieve" - Samantha Ataria
Fitzgerald’s Irish Store stock
By Birmingham Irish • September 23, 2026
The Fitzgerald’s Irish Store now open daily. It’s a fantastic new shop with lots of Irish products arriving daily, so there’s always something new to discover, or if you fancy a taste of home.
Two people study a book
By Birmingham Irish • September 23, 2026
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
Dementia Support Centre
By Birmingham Irish • August 23, 2026
At Birmingham Irish Association, our Dementia Support Centres provide a welcoming, friendly and supportive community environment for people living with dementia.
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The Irish Welfare & Information Centre (IWIC) was founded in June 1957. In 2009 IWIC developed a partnership with Birmingham Irish Community Forum (BICF) and combined they were to become what's now known as Birmingham Irish Association.
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