An incredibly insightful and interesting conversation with Kimberley Cowell-Meyers and Carolyn Gallaher yesterday on their new book Building a Green Wall: Irish America’s Resurgence Post-Brexit. 📺 Lecture will be available on ARINS youtube soon. @ria.ie @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

"middle-ground identities in Northern Ireland are shown to be most popular among young people from a Protestant background", Kevin McNicholl argues in the latest ARINS research paper. 📖Read it open access here: muse.jhu.edu/pub/423/arti...

Join us at the Royal Irish Academy for an ARINS Lunchtime Lecture with Kimberly Cowell-Meyers and Carolyn Gallaher, chaired by @susiedeedigan.bsky.social Drawing 'Building a Green Wall', the authors explore the renewed influence of Irish America post-Brexit. www.tickettailor.com/events/royal...

🚨Today at 1pm at Belfast Exposed, Colin Graham in conversation with Joy Gerrard and Paul Seawright. Part of the BIEN series curated by the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression. www.belfastexposed.org/whats-on/bie...

🎙️The 50th episode of The ARINS Podcast with Rory Montgomery is out now! Professor Nikos Skoutaris discusses his recent article on Cyprus and Ireland. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/5Uqr... Read the article: muse.jhu.edu/pub/423/arti...

New #ARINS research asks a simple but important question: Who is Better Off? Updated cross-border analysis by the @esri.ie finds widening gaps in income, education, health outcomes, and overall quality of life, North and South. Read the research here: bit.ly/4nlm8UP

This event is almost fully booked, don't miss out on attending. Register here: www.ria.ie/events/arins... @ihrec.bsky.social @nihrc.bsky.social @cjharvey1.bsky.social @ria.ie @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

Looking forward to chairing this much-needed @arinsproject.bsky.social conversation at the @ria.ie in May.

The @arinsproject.bsky.social was featured yesterday on the #NDday broadcast. Our director, Colin Barr, and ARINS student intern Jane Palmer talked about this important partnership between Notre Dame and the Royal Irish Academy. @ria.ie 📺 Watch the interview here: youtu.be/iSA2Pbuanik?...

Tickets available for this upcoming @arinsproject.bsky.social event, Protecting human rights on a shared island: achievements, challenges and prospects. Book now: www.ria.ie/events/arins...

Protecting human rights on a shared island: achievements, challenges & prospects 📅 12 May 16:30 📍 Royal Irish Academy With Alyson Kilpatrick (NI Human Rights Commission) & Liam Herrick (IHREC), chaired by Professor Colin Harvey (QUB). Drinks reception to follow. Register: bit.ly/4eohL92

Protecting human rights on a shared island: achievements, challenges & prospects 📅 12 May 16:30 📍 Royal Irish Academy With Alyson Kilpatrick (NI Human Rights Commission) & Liam Herrick (IHREC), chaired by Professor Colin Harvey (QUB). Drinks reception to follow. Register: bit.ly/4eohL92

Mid-week read: How can grassroots dialogue reshape Ireland’s constitutional future? McEvoy, Todd & Deane show that cross-community deliberation can move debate “beyond ideology and identity.” Small conversations, big impact. Read it here: bit.ly/4dzgEDc @shelleydeane.bsky.social

Mid-week read: How can grassroots dialogue reshape Ireland’s constitutional future? McEvoy, Todd & Deane show that cross-community deliberation can move debate “beyond ideology and identity.” Small conversations, big impact. Read it here: bit.ly/4dzgEDc @shelleydeane.bsky.social

“Easy divisions and stark binaries make no sense in Ireland now... Any opinion on this matter requires nuanced consideration.” In the @nybooks.com, Colm Tóibín reviews For and Against a United Ireland by O’Toole & McBride, a measured and compelling take on a complex debate📖 bit.ly/41JdpSh

Colm Tóibín compliments “For and Against a United Ireland” in this piece for @nybooks.com. The book, written by @fotoole.bsky.social and @sjamcbride.bsky.social, was commissioned by @arinsproject.bsky.social — a joint project of the Keough-Naughton Institute and the Royal Irish Academy (@ria.ie).

Colm Tóibín on the possibility of a united Ireland

Have you listened to this month's #ARINS Podast? Rory Montgomery speaks with Prof. Brendan O’Leary and Prof. John McGarry about symbols, co-authored with Dr. James Pow. Spotify: bit.ly/4rWj2rZ SoundCloud: bit.ly/4lhz4u2 Article: muse.jhu.edu/article/9700...

Congratulations to @fotoole.bsky.social and @sjamcbride.bsky.social as well as @arinsproject.bsky.social, which commissioned the book. 👏 ARINS is a joint initiative of the Keough-Naughton Institute and the @ria.ie. Read more about the Ewart-Biggs Prize here: www.hotpress.com/culture/fint...

Wrapping up, both note the positive reaction to the book both here in the United States and at home. Fintan attributes this to the form of the book - it does not tell people what to think, but invites them to consider all arguments. @ria.ie @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

Here at @bc-irish-studies.bsky.social healthcare is discussed as a core point in the debate: Fintan reminds us that ARINS research highlights health as the most important subject for survey respondents. He suggests a process of improving healthcare for all on the island in the first instance. 🧵

Discussing arguments AGAINST Irish unity Fintan focuses on economic cost - many would vote in favour but change their minds if this means higher taxes. Sam notes that we can’t ignore the possibility of violence, but nor can we ‘say that he with the biggest gun gets to decide the future…’

We are delighted to be at @bostoncollege.bsky.social this afternoon for another For and Against conversation. With huge thanks to Mary C Murphy, Guy Beiner and their teams. A packed room as the discussion gets underway with Fintan O'Toole and Sam McBride! @ndirishstudies.bsky.social @ria.ie

'For and against a united Ireland' by Sam McBride and Fintan O’Toole has won the 29th Ewart-Biggs Prize! 🏆 🎉🍾 The Ewart-Biggs Prize recognises work that promotes peace, reconciliation and greater understanding. @ria.ie @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

Happy St Patrick’s Day! Celebrating the culture, history, and shared traditions of the island of Ireland and our global community.

📣 We’re hiring a Research Programmes Manager to join our Dublin team! 📣 This role will advance the exciting work of initiatives including @arinsproject.bsky.social (a partnership with @ria.ie), events such as @macgillschool.bsky.social, and more. 👉 Apply by March 31: careers.nd.edu/search-caree...

ARINS is in New York! We are delighted to be at the Irish Arts Center this evening for For and Against with @fotoole.bsky.social and Sam McBride. Thanks to the IAC for hosting us - looking forward to an interesting conversation. @notredame.bsky.social @ndirishstudies.bsky.social @ria.ie

New #ARINS Podcast!🎙️ Rory Montgomery speaks with Prof. Brendan O’Leary (UPenn) and Prof. John McGarry (QUB) about their newly published article, My Symbols or Our Symbols?, co-authored with Dr. James Pow. Spotify: bit.ly/4rWj2rZ SoundCloud: bit.ly/4lhz4u2 Article: muse.jhu.edu/article/9700...

Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and leadership from @arinsproject.bsky.social spoke last week at @notredame.bsky.social about possible constitutional futures for Ireland and the role ARINS is playing in informing policy options on the island. ▶️ Read a recap here: irishstudies.nd.edu/news/leo-var...

Tonight’s conversation with Leo Varadkar here at @ndirishstudies.bsky.social discusses the importance of utilising expertise to drive informed discussion around the constitutional future of the island. @ria.ie

Snow outside, big conversations inside ❄️ Today at Notre Dame: Leo Varadkar in conversation on Ireland’s constitutional future and the ARINS Project. 4:00–5:30pm Jenkins Nanovic Halls Forum, Notre Dame, IN, USA #ARINSProject @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

ARINS was in Edinburgh this week! Thank you to the British Irish Chamber of Commerce for hosting a roundtable with Jerry O’Donovan and Sarah Keating. Delighted to connect with colleagues in St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasgow, and with the Scottish Council on Global Affairs. Exciting plans ahead!

Happy Pancake Tuesday 🥞 Wishing everyone celebrating a very Happy Lunar New Year 🧧 Moments like these remind us how culture, identity, and tradition connect communities across borders — themes at the heart of ARINS’ work.

We’re looking forward to showcasing the important work of ARINS (Analysing and Researching Ireland North and South) during a public conversation with former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on Feb. 24 at Notre Dame. See more details here: irishstudies.nd.edu/events/2026/... @arinsproject.bsky.social @ria.ie

Join @ndirishstudies.bsky.social for a public conversation with Leo Varadkar! Tue 24 Feb 2026 4:00–5:30pm 📍 Jenkins Nanovic Halls Forum, Notre Dame Varadkar will speak with Colin Barr, followed by a panel with Patrick Prendergast (Chair, ARINS), Lynn Scarff (RIA) and Pauric Dempsey (KNI Dublin).

Have you listened to the latest #ARINS My Identity Podcast? 🎧 Recorded at the Lyric Theatre, Belfast, Colin speaks with @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social students James and Rea following a sold-out debate on For and Against a United Ireland. Spotify: bit.ly/4rxdTWw SoundCloud: bit.ly/45OsBQC

In a lecture last week hosted by the Law Society of Ireland and @arinsproject.bsky.social Supreme Court judge Gerard Hogan explored how Irish Constitution's flexibility and strength might shape the future of Irish unity. Read the full article in @irishtimes.com www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...

Last night @arinsproject.bsky.social in association with The Law Society of Ireland, hosted a lecture with the Honourable Mr Justice Gerard Hogan titled ‘Is the Constitution of Ireland (still) an obstacle to Irish reunification?’

🎧 New ARINS My Identity Podcast out now! Recorded at the Lyric Theatre, Belfast, Colin speaks with QUB students James and Rea following a sold-out debate on 'For and Against a United Ireland.' Spotify: bit.ly/4rxdTWw SoundCloud: bit.ly/45OsBQC @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social #ARINSProject

For and Against a United Ireland — available in the US from 15 February 2026! By Fintan O’Toole & Sam McBride, the book explores key arguments on Irish unity. 🇺🇸 The authors will be in the US in March for events. Details to come! Preorder: 🔗 bit.ly/4kfAZ1u Barnes and Noble 🔗 bit.ly/4c7u4Fx ND Press

We’re looking forward to this conversation! “For and Against a United Ireland” was commissioned by ARINS (Analysing and Researching Ireland North and South) — a joint academic project of the Keough-Naughton Institute and the Royal Irish Academy. @arinsproject.bsky.social @ria.ie

Colin Graham’s frank interview with “Peeler’s Pup” Drew Harris is available now on ARINS Spotify, SoundCloud and Apple Podcasts. 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/4Doc... @ndirishstudies.bsky.social @ria.ie

🎙️New Episode of My Identity now online 🔔 Drew Harris speaks candidly about his career with the PSNI and An Garda Síochána in his first in-depth interview post retirement. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/4Doc... @ria.ie @ndirishstudies.bsky.social

@sjamcbride.bsky.social's thoughts on potential reignited violence as a result of discussing a United Ireland. You can watch the re-broadcast of #RTÉTwip at 11:05pm on @rteone and at 6:30 and 10:00pm on the RTÉ News Channel 📺

This morning kickstarts the #ARINS Advisory Group meeting 2026. 47 members come together for a series of closed meetings reviewing the past year, and what is to come for the future of the ARINS Project.

Panel One has concluded, with a rich and engaging discussion. Great to see a full house and such thoughtful engagement from the audience. 🔜 Panel Two begins at 14:00 Exploring the future of the ARINS Survey: insights, methods, and pathways ahead. @ria.ie

Live from the Royal Irish Academy! Inside the ARINS/Irish Times Survey: Origins, Approach, Insights Chair: Professor Gail McElroy (TCD) Panel: Prof Colin Barr (Notre Dame), Prof John Garry (QUB), Prof Brendan O’Leary (UPenn), Dr Dawn Walsh (UCD) and Dr Jamie Pow (QUB), Pat Leahy (Irish Times)

ARINS Surveys Unpacked: past findings, future directions begins now at @ria.ie . A very busy room and an interesting day of discussion ahead. @irishtimes.com @ndirishstudies.bsky.social @jamiepow.bsky.social @dawnwalsh.bsky.social

🎧 New #ARINSPodcast out NOW! Beyond Identity and Ideology: How Deliberation Can Reframe Constitutional Debate 🔗 Listen now: Spotify: bit.ly/44XSsW2 SoundCloud: bit.ly/3L5HYx7 @ria.ie @shelleydeane.bsky.social @dcuresearch.bsky.social @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social @ucddublin.bsky.social