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The More Than That Festival uses creative arts of music comedy and conversation, within a place-based approach to raise awareness while fostering an environment which replaces stigma and shame with understanding and compassion.
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Secondary aims include:
Launched in 2023, the inaugural event consisted of a series of activities and events, culminating with Aubrey McCarthy, chairperson of SWRDATF, presenting the Christy Dignam Recovery Champion award to Mary Hulgraine, the Kildare GAA All-Star ladies footballer and mental health advocate in acknowledgement of her work educating others about addiction recovery.
GAA All-Star ladies footballer and mental health advocate in acknowledgement of her work educating others about addiction recovery.
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The festival returned for its second year on September 27-29, bringing a weekend filled with wellness workshops,inspiring talks, comedy, and engaging discussions, all focused on celebrating addiction recovery and mental well-being.
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