Children's mayor of and for all children of Geldrop-Mierlo

Irene Roy is the children's mayor of Geldrop-Mierlo

Children's Mayor Irene Roy. Photographer: Micle de Greef.

During the city council meeting on September 15, Irene Roy was officially sworn in as the children’s mayor of Geldrop-Mierlo. Throughout the school year, Irene will be joining the mayor and aldermen on their visits. In addition, she completed her own project, “Irene’s World Market,” on May 31.

Irene lives in Geldrop and is in 7th grade at St. Jozef Elementary School. She loves reading, swimming, and playing the piano. As children’s mayor, Irene wants to work to introduce children to other cultures. She believes it’s important for children to learn about each other’s backgrounds so that there can be more mutual understanding and respect.

Alderman Sanders speaks with conviction about her appointment: "Irene is enthusiastic, committed and full of good ideas. She has a clear vision and I am confident that she will fill this role in a very nice way. Especially in a region like the Eindhoven Metropolitan Region, where many cultures come together, her theme is of great value."

Role of the children's mayor

The children's mayor is the voice of all children in Geldrop-Mierlo and brings the municipal government and youth closer together. During her term, Irene will be present at various events, activities and official occasions. She will also get the space to realize her own project through which she wants to mean something for other children in the municipality.