Mriya — meaning "dream" in Ukrainian — was founded in 2022 with a simple but powerful goal: to create a space where Ukrainian children and families can learn, grow, and stay connected to their culture while building a new life in Ireland.
Our History
The story of how Mriya Community was founded and has grown since 2022.
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Our mission
We can talk endlessly about our mission as a Ukrainian educational and cultural centre in Galway. About preserving the Ukrainian language, culture, and traditions far from home. About creating a space where children can grow, discover their roots, learn and improve their native language, make friends, develop their talents, and feel part of one big Ukrainian family. But our parents and children have already said it best.
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Our Core Team
Meet the dedicated team behind Mriya Community.
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School Curriculum
UA Mriya offers Ukrainian language classes, literature, history, culture, and Leaving Certificate preparation for children in Galway.
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School Profile
UA Mriya is a Ukrainian Saturday School in Galway, where children learn the Ukrainian language, history, culture, and develop their talents.
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Creative Clubs
UA Mriya Creative Clubs include Drama, Vocal and Dance classes for children in Galway. Our students develop their creativity, stage confidence and performance skills while taking part in concerts, theatre productions, festivals, cultural events and international competitions, proudly representing UA Mriya, Ukrainian culture and the Ukrainian community in Ireland on the international stage.
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Class Schedule 2026–2027
View the UA Mriya class schedule for the 2026–2027 academic year, including school classes, creative clubs and educational programmes.
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Vacancies
Current job openings and volunteer opportunities at Mriya Community.
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