Irish Aid returns to ESB Science Blast

ESB Science Blast, a STEM education programme designed to inspire primary school children, takes place annually in Ireland and is one of the largest science education programmes for primary schools of its kind.

This year, the Irish Aid stand featured interactive touchscreens with a Quiz and Globe, where children could learn about Irish Aid’s work around the world, or spin-the-wheel and answer questions on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - the 17 SDGs address the many causes of poverty, injustice and damage to our planet, and underpin our roadmap for creating a better world.

ESB Science Blast also gave teachers an opportunity to think about entering their class in this year’s Our World Awards. The Awards give 3rd-6th class pupils the chance to learn about the developing world and to speak out for a better future for all the world’s people.

Minister Neale Richmond visited the event and said:

It was fantastic to visit this year’s ESB Science Blast. I was impressed by the high standard of projects from 3rd to 6th class pupils, their curiosity and scientific knowledge is remarkable.

Every day our screens present us with serious global challenges. It was so uplifting to visit the Irish Aid stand to see Global Citizenship Education in action, and how Ireland’s development work around the world is offering hope to the next generation.