THE ROYAL IRISH ACADEMY IS IRELAND'S LEADING BODY OF EXPERTS IN THE SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

The Royal Irish Academy/Acadamh Ríoga na hÉireann champions research. We identify and recognise Ireland’s world class researchers. We support scholarship and promote awareness of how science and the humanities enrich our lives and benefit society. We believe that good research needs to be promoted, sustained and communicated. The Academy is run by a Council of its members. Membership is by election and considered the highest academic honour in Ireland.

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Colin Wrafter

Formerly DFAT

Retired Irish diplomat. Ambassador to South Africa and Zimbabwe 2006 to 2010. Director, Human Rights Unit, Department of Foreign Affirs and Trade, 2010 to 2016. Previous postings in New York (UN) , London, Brussels (EU), and Buenos Aires.  Interests include Brexit, multilateralism, human rights, development and the future of Europe.

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