Learn more about the Éamon Phoenix Foundation, how we were founded and what we are doing within the community
Promoting mutual understanding and reconciliation in Ireland through the study of history
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The Dr Eamon Phoenix Foundation is a charitable organisation (registered charity no. GB-NIC-109942) based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
1953–2022
Welcome to the Dr Éamon Phoenix Foundation
Our aims are to preserve and advance Eamon’s life and work, and promote mutual understanding and reconciliation in Ireland through the study of our shared history.
Dr Phoenix was a leading Irish historian, academic, writer, broadcaster and public speaker. Amongst his many achievements were books, documentaries, lectures and newspaper and magazine articles.
In 2022, the Community Relations Council awarded Dr Phoenix its Good Relations award for being an “inspirational local peacemaker”. The Award highlights exceptional achievement in promoting community relations, intercultural work and peace-building in Northern Ireland.
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About Éamon
Learn more about Dr Phoenix, the leading Irish historian, academic, writer, broadcaster and public speaker as well as view his archives
Amongst the Foundation’s key objectives are:
Promote
Promoting the study of history to foster a deeper understanding of the past and promote reconciliation in Northern Ireland
Facilitate
To facilitate the study of history through activities such as seminars, grants and bursaries, in particular examining how our past has shaped relationships in Ireland and Great Britain
Advance
To advance the enduring legacy of Dr Éamon Phoenix, who advocated for history as a philosophy that promotes mutual understanding.
Our Objectives
With the creation of an online archive, the Foundation will preserve Eamon’s work across a range of fields including academic, media, books and talks, including unpublished material.
We will also promote community-based initiatives, open dialogue on historical topics and develop bridges between historical community groups to foster collaboration and understanding.
The Foundation is inspired by Eamon’s family – his wife Alice, daughter Mary Alice and granddaughter Nicole – and is administered by a board.