"With this funding, we can ensure that our event is inclusive, accessible, and professionally produced," Annie Le said. "For our communities, it means recognition, representation, and pride."
One of the groups taking part is the Fermoy International Choir which was founded to promote respect and solidarity through music and to help those new to Ireland to make friends and settle in their new community.
Our concern is that the current narrative, which presents only one side of the debate, will only drive public anxiety and entrench polarisation. When you refer to the incalculable damage done by uncontrolled migration, you are in danger of harming migrant members of our communities and strengthening those who would divide us.
Darwell said in the video: "If you're a couple - husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, guy and girl couple...We'll give you something for free."