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The raw skills that are passed on are some of the key ingredients for succeeding in life with marked improvements in self-expression, literacy, self-esteem and self-confidence.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span><span><span><span>Kerry Writers\u2019 Museum, Listowel has been delivering the Fighting Words programme to schools in Kerry since 2018. Over 800 pupils throughout the County have participated in workshops to date. Workshops were delivered workshops online during the Covid-19 pandemic and are now available to schools both online and in-person.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span><span>The workshops are delivered by volunteer tutors from all sectors of the community. 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