Valerie Bistany’s Farewell Party

After ten years, Valerie Bistany steps down as Director of the Irish Writers Centre. On Monday, we raised a glass in recognition and gratitude to Valerie for her commitment, passion and stewardship of the Irish Writers Centre and her advocacy for writers across the island of Ireland. Flick through a series of joyful moments from the night. 

Valerie Bistany, January 2024

Valerie Bistany, Mike McCormack and Betty Stenson, January 2024

Jack Gilligan, Brendan Mac Evilly, Valerie Bistany, Pádraig Burke, January 2024

Former IWC directors, Peter Sirr, Valerie Bistany and Hilary Copeland, January 2024

Audience listen to tributes. January 2024

Liz McManus, January 2024

IWC Chairperson, Breda Brown, January 2024

Valerie Bistany at the IWC readers podium, January 2024

While everyone will miss working with Valerie, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate her success steering the Irish Writers Centre as an advocate for writers across the island. Read blog for a snapshot of all she has achieved.