Trad Ireland/ Traid Éireann wishes to retain a consultant to compile a research report examining the challenges, opportunities, and supports currently available to traditional arts practitioners in Ireland. The project duration is 12 months, with a fixed timeline from March 01st 2019 to March 01st 2020. The research project is made possible through funding from The Arts Council Project Award 2019. Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais i nGaeilge.

The research aim is to examine in detail the opportunities and challenges currently faced by traditional arts practitioners in Ireland. Using a variety of methodologies, the researcher will deliver evidence-informed recommendations relating to professional development for traditional artists, and audience engagement.

Trad Ireland / Traid Éireann is a newly-established entity, founded by Oisín Mac Diarmada and Tristan Rosenstock, to promote the traditional arts throughout the island of Ireland and support practitioners through advocacy and professional development opportunities.

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