An Gúm

An Gúm is an Irish publisher. Tasked with the publication of Irish literature, especially educational materials, it was previously a state company of the Republic of Ireland. It now has an all-Ireland identity as part of Foras na Gaeilge. Its mission statement is "To produce publications and resources in support of Irish-medium education and of the use of Irish in general." Edel Ní Chorráin is Director of Publishing, Lexicography & Terminology Services.

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