Armagh to launch Óige Phoblachtach Committee

Sinn Féin Óige Phoblachtach continue to grow throughout the six counties, with yet another republican youth committee set to launch in County Armagh.

The committee was formed following a number of important meetings and discussions on the new National Youth Strategy, which were attended by many young activists throughout the Bandit County. The launch will officially take place in the form of an Ógra weekend set for the 23^rd and 24^th of March.

Encouraging maximum attendance, Óige Phoblachtach activist and member of the newly formed cumann, Saoirse Gildernew said;

“It is vital that young republicans have a voice within the continuously changing spectrum of republican politics. Sinn Féin have recognised the need for a new progressive strategy and a refocus on youth engagement, and have addressed this with the recently launched Sinn Féin national youth strategy. This document is a ground breaking one and the launch of this cumann is a fitting testament to that”.

“We hope that as many young republicans can attend this weekend of events to mark the formation of Armagh’s first youth committee”.

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Friday 23rd March

4:30-6pm: Registration at Armagh youth Hostel.

 Light buffet will also be served between these times.

7pm- Late: Powerful '1981' stage play by Tony Devlin then a Presentation by Martina Anderson MLA

 Followed by rebel function featuring 4 piece Irish band, Paddywagon

Saturday 24th March

10- 10:45am: Breakfast (Provided)

11am: DVD showing about Armagh Gaol

12-1pm: Tour of Armagh Gaol from ex political prisoner Cathy Rafferty and Greeting from Newry and 

Armagh MLA Cathal Boylan

1:15-2pm: Lunch (Provided)       

2-3pm – Presentation from the Pat Finucane Centre on Collusion followed by Q&A

 This will be followed by a short break

3.10-4:30pm: Speakers Paddy Quinn, Seanie McGerrigan and Freddie Toal.  The Three men collectively spent over 6000 days on the blanket protest in Long Kesh between 1976 & 1981. Paddy Quinn also spent over 50 days on hunger strike in 1981. This will also include Q&A.

4:30 – Close of weekend and departure with Refreshments.

WE URGE EVERYONE TO ATTEND EARLY ON THE FRIDAY FOR REGISTRATION AS THE PLAY STARTS EARLY! 

Cost of the weekend is £20 for any more information contact the numbers below we urge everyone also to book early as there are limited places.

Blaine on 07590668781 0r Megan 07927899900

Armagh Sinn Fein on 02837511797