In conversation with Tiffany and Abdulla

Anna Dillon & Kay Gallagher: Irish Teachers in the UAE

Al Qasimi Foundation Season 6 Episode 9

In this conversation, Dr. Anna Dillon and Dr. Kay Gallagher take us inside their research on the experiences of Irish teachers working in the UAE. They discuss what draws educators to the region, the cultural and professional adjustments they navigate, and how teaching abroad shapes both identity and practice. Through their findings and personal reflections, they shed light on the realities of transnational teaching: from meaningful connections to the challenges of adaptation.