My name is Ciara, I'm 27, and I am delighted to represent Dubai in the 2024 Rose of Tralee International Festival.
I'm a secondary school Irish and mathematics teacher from Newmarket, Co Cork, and I'm currently on career break from St Mary's Secondary School in Mallow.
I made the exciting move to Dubai last August to explore new horizons. I'm teaching at Hartland International School, where I'm the deputy head of the mathematics department. I love socialising and have a passion for health, wellness, and sport.
As a football player with Club Abhainn Dalla, I was delighted to join Dubai Celts GAA, immersing myself in the Irish community abroad. I enjoy coaching basketball, both in Ireland and now in Dubai. A highlight was leading my school basketball team to All-Ireland success. I aim to foster the same passion for sports among girls in Dubai.
As a Gaeilgeoir, my lifelong passion for Irish language, music, and culture remains a cornerstone of my identity. Whether it's through playing the harp, or conversing in Irish, I am dedicated to preserving and promoting our rich heritage and look forward to celebrating our Irish culture even further with the Roses in Tralee.
