What does it mean to be a young Irish person today ?

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Elise Rousseau

Final Task

What does it mean to be a young Irish person today ?

Organise your video

On your “Youth of the World” Youtube Channel, create a new video entitled “What does it mean to be a young Irish person today ?”.

OBJECTIFS

1. Organise your video :  Firstly explain Irishness. Then explain the life of Irish teens today.
2. Give examples : Talk about the Irish teenagers you’ve met in the chapter.
3. Conclude your video : Give a final answer and tell your followers about your reaction and/or what you discovered.

Introduction :

"Hey everyone, welcome back to the Youth of the World channel ! Today, we will talk about : What does it really mean to be a young Irish person today? We’re going to explore how Irish teens are navigating their identity, culture, and life in the modern world."

[1: Explaining Irishness]

What does it mean to be Irish? It goes beyond folklore, shamrocks, and leprechauns. Irishness encompasses a strong community, rich history, and the Irish language and culture. It involves embracing resilience, pride, and a connection to the land, as well as family and shared experiences.

[2: Life of Irish Teens Today]

Irish teenagers, like teens everywhere, balance school, friendships, hobbies, and self-discovery, but they have unique experiences. They proudly embrace their culture while engaging with global trends, being active on social media, gaming, and enjoying international music, all while valuing traditions like Gaelic football and family pub visits. Notably, they are increasingly open about mental health and the challenges they encounter.

[3: Examples of Irish Teens I’ve Met]

I’ve met amazing young Irish people who represent youth in Ireland today. Mary Lou McDonald, leader of Sinn Féin, wants to improve life for young people. Sonia Sullivan, a top athlete, inspires youth in sports and life. Ola Majekodunmi, a young woman of Nigerian descent, promotes diversity and social issues. Niall Horan, from One Direction, encourages teens to chase their dreams.

[4: Conclusion]

Being a young Irish person is about discovering who you are while staying connected to your roots. I’ve been inspired by the Irish teens I’ve met; they’ve shown me resilience, pride, and what it means to live today.

Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoyed learning about being young and Irish. If you liked this video, please like, comment, and subscribe for more great stories!

Hey everyone, welcome back to the Youth of the World channel! Today, we’ll talk about what it means to be a young Irish person today. We’ll explore how Irish teens are finding their identity and culture in the modern world.

[1: What is Irishness?]

Being Irish is more than folklore and leprechauns. It includes a strong community, rich history, and the Irish language. It’s about resilience, pride, and connection to the land, family, and shared experiences.

[2: Life of Irish Teens Today]

Irish teens balance school, friends, hobbies, and self-discovery. They embrace their culture while also enjoying global trends, social media, gaming, and international music. They value traditions like Gaelic football and family pub visits and are more open about mental health.

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