Derry – Eimear Cassidy

Hi folks, I’m Eiméar Cassidy, 26, and come from an area called Newbridge in the heart of south Derry. Although small in size, this does not reflect the size and level of commitment within the Newbridge community. Fun fact - at the age of four, I was able to rhyme off the names of the Derry 1993 All-Ireland winning team (very proud of this), although I’m not sure I’d be able to do it now. I’m the youngest of six children and have a large extended family with 74 first cousins! I love being part of such a large family, so many to call upon and plenty of craic at family get-togethers. It can have its downsides too, for example, I was once tricked into whisking milk for 20 minutes believing it was cream! Needless to say I’ll never live that one down. I’m a ‘mature student’ finishing my degree in Communication with Public Relations at Ulster University, Jordanstown. I hope to pursue a career in business consultancy or training and development. In July 2012, a few family members and I set off for the land down under. I spent almost a year travelling and working around Australia, an experience that will stay with me forever. I made many amazing new friends from such places as Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and Cork Boy! Although I’m not musically gifted (apart from playing the obligatory Kerry Polka on the tin whistle) I have a love of traditional Irish music and culture. I am PRO for my local Comhaltas branch – Newbridge CCE; a role I’m extremely passionate about. Overall I’m a happy go lucky girl. I love getting to know new people and pretty much talk to anyone. I’m only in a bad mood if I’m hungry, so as long as there’s food I’m all good.