The diversity and the changing face of Killarney’s demographics was celebrated at St Brendan’s College.

Students participated in ‘Wear Red Day’ this week.

This nationwide initiative is an important opportunity for schools and students alike to send out a strong message that communities welcome diversity, celebrate it, and take a stand against racism in all forms,

“The Sem has never been more diverse and today we are showing racism the red card. Our school community is made up of 29 nationalities,” said teacher Annette O’Neill who was one of the leaders of the project.

“Our boys have grown up side by side and don’t see nationality, colour or creed when they look left and right - just their pals! We hope that this, coupled with their learning in Religion, History, CSPE, SPHE, will help them be more understanding, informed and empathetic and that these attributes will weave their way into society to help Ireland remain the land of Céad Míle Fáilte.”