Leon Diop
Leon Diop is the cofounder of the advocacy group Black and Irish and the author of the memoir 'Mixed Up: An Irish Boy’s Journey to Belonging.' He has become a prominent voice in discussions about racism and identity in Ireland, sharing his experiences of growing up as a mixed-race individual. His work focuses on educating young people about racism and fostering a sense of belonging for those who feel marginalized. Diop's advocacy is particularly relevant as he addresses the intersections of race, identity, and community in contemporary Irish society.
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Leon Diop talks about his mixed-race heritage and the advocacy group he founded.
being ‘a wee bit scabby on nights out’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-21
Leon Diop is the cofounder of the advocacy group Black and Irish and has published a memoir about his experiences growing up as a mixed-race individual in Ireland.
‘The far right want to turn this into an immigrant problem, but they just don’t like black and brown people’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-15
