Two time Olympic champion, Kellie Harrington, has been unveiled as the keynote speaker at the Dare to Believe PEXpo which takes place at the National Indoor Arena on the Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin, on Thursday 10 April 2025.
The Olympic Federation of Ireland, which launched its schools programme, Dare to Believe, in 2019, says Kellie’s “inspiring words on resilience, dedication and focus always leave an impression.”
Dare to Believe includes 50 Olympics and Paralympics Ambassadors, among them Kellie, and medalist and double Olympian Aidan Walsh, and Paris Olympians Jude Gallagher, Dean Clancy and Jack Marley.
Dare to Believe PEXpo was developed in association with the Physical Education Association of Ireland. It is modelled on the Young Scientist Exhibition, with Transition Year students nationwide submitting projects on topics that showcase their understanding of the science behind sport, and its wider benefits. Over 200 students have submitted projects under various themes related to sporting activities and healthy living, with the winners being announced on the day.
With support from over twenty National Federations hosting stands at the event, including IABA, more than 1,500 students will have the chance to explore a wide range of Olympic sports and potentially discover the one that’s right for them.
There will also be a Careers Corner facilitated by Rob Hartnett (Sport for Business), with Bryan Keane (Olympian and Olympic photographer), Robbie Smyth (Team Ireland Physiotherapist) and Sowmia Sundaresan (Sports Researcher), highlighting some of the career choices in elite sport.
Tickets are still available for the event, and can be purchased here.