These programs are sponsored by the Irish Institute at the Center for Irish  Programs, Boston College, and the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. All program-related costs including travel, accommodation, tuition, and  the majority of meals are provided. The programs are not open to U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, or past participants of U.S. Government-funded Irish Institute programs.
Please visit the website at <a href="http://www.bc.edu/irishinstitute">http://www.bc.edu/irishinstitute</a> for an application form and to find descriptions of each program. Applications for individual programs are typically posted 8-10 weeks in advance.
The programs include:
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	<li>Positive Identity Politics</li>
	<li>Environmental Policymaking</li>
	<li>Education for Citizenship</li>
	<li>Sustainable Civic Government</li>
	<li>Political Journalism</li>
	<li>Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability for Smaller Businesses</li>
	<li>Women's Health and Wellness</li>
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