Breakfast event for the local community held in Portlaoise Mosque
Deputy Sean Fleming who was guest of honour at the community breakfast along with others in the Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland Portlaoise Mosque.
THE Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland (ICCI) Portlaoise Mosque at Rahman House, which is located along the Dublin Road, hosted a community breakfast recently that welcomed both Muslim and non-Muslim members of the local community.
The event was organised to raise awareness about Ramadan and strengthen relationships between diverse communities and government departments.
The guest of honour at the event was Dáil Deputy Sean Fleming.
Also in attendance were the senior executive from the Integration, Community and Environment section of Laois County Council Carmel McNicholl, Garda Inspector Joe Culliton, Laois County Council Integration Support Coordinator Ann Carroll, Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise General Manager John Joyce and ICCI CEO Ahmad Hassan.
Speaking at the event Deputy Fleming emphasized the importance of religious and community harmony. He commended the Muslim community for its contributions to local development and social cohesion.
Ms. McNicholl reaffirmed the support of Laois County Council for the Muslim community and highlighting the services available to promote inclusivity and integration.
The breakfast gathering served as a platform for meaningful dialogue, fostering mutual understanding and reinforcing community ties in Portlaoise.
