Inspiring guest speaker set for Network West Cork event

Katriona O’Sullivan, the author of Poor, is set to visit West Cork this month.

She will address the Network Ireland West Cork event on Friday, November 22.

The renowned author and education advocate will share her powerful story, at the event in Dunmanway.

O’Sullivan will offer an inspiring talk on overcoming adversity and the transformative power of education.

Born into a life of poverty, homelessness, and addiction, Katriona’s journey is one of remarkable resilience. Against all odds, she turned her life around and became one of Ireland’s most respected voices for equal access to education.

Today, she is a lecturer at Maynooth University, where her work focuses on helping marginalized groups access opportunities through education and technology.

The event will take place at the Parkway Hotel, Park Road, Dunmanyway from 7pm to 9pm and is open to everyone. Free admission for all Network Ireland members. Tickets for non-members are €25.

Speaking about the upcoming event, President of Network Ireland West Cork, Sandra Maybury said: “I am thrilled to welcome Katriona O’Sullivan to my home town of Dunmanway, in what will be one of my final events officially as president of the branch.

Katriona’s story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of education in transforming lives.

“Her experience promises to inspire deep reflection and meaningful conversations; she will share a raw, honest look at the challenges she’s faced and how, through sheer determination and access, she turned those challenges into triumphs.

“On the night, our MC is the wonderful Siobhan Cronin, Editor of the Southern Star,” she continued.