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Get Engaged with Regenerative Change! 7 Day RPM Residential Retreat Course—In-depth exploration of the 6 phases of the Regeneration Process Method [RPM] created by Dr. Ame Cutler. This course is designed to be personally regenerative and growth inspiring.
Join us for a free workshop at Penneys on Patrick Street, Cork. Boost your confidence and gain insights into finding work and succeeding at interviews. Brought to you by the Penneys WorkEqual Partnership. This event is by booking only. Please note this event is for women experiencing unemployment.
You are invited to the online launch of the CO-AGE research report on the potential of care co-operatives to support older people in Ireland to age well at home. This event will take place on Friday 22nd March from 2:30pm-4pm on MS Teams.
Applications are now being sought for the Foundation Programme in Sexual Health Promotion. The aim of the course is to enhance participants’ capacity to incorporate sexual health promotion into their work through the development of their confidence, knowledge and skills in relation to sexual health.
On Wednesday 10 April, the European Anti-Poverty Network (EAPN) Ireland will host a free online event looking at the role of the EU, and specifically the European Parliament, in ending poverty and creating a more equal Europe for all, and how the upcoming European Parliament Elections can be used to push for progress on this aim.
Diabetes Ireland has 3 free online interactive diabetes support programmes for those diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes - CODE (Community Oriented Diabetes Education), Diabetes Smart and Wellbeing Workshops for Type 2 Diabetes.
Responding to the latest data from the Survey of Income and Living Conditions, the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) says while temporary measures supported household incomes, far too many households are struggling to make ends meet given the scale of the cost of living crisis.
Put on the kettle and make a real difference for our 30th anniversary Tea Day. With just one simple act you can help bring care and comfort into the lives of people living with dementia. On May 2nd you can join the party and host your own special anniversary Tea Day to provide essential life-changing services for those living with dementia.
Age Action’s Getting Started is a free digital literacy programme, helping older people to get online, or use their smart device with confidence. Age Action’s Getting Started is the first competency-based digital training for older people in Ireland.
Age Action’s Care and Repair does small DIY jobs, free of charge, for older people to help them maintain their homes and their independence. Operating in Cork, Dublin and Galway, Care and Repair does jobs that might be more difficult to complete as we get older but not big enough to call in a tradesperson.
Dublin Outreach is an assertive street outreach service provided by Dublin Simon Community in partnership with the Dublin Region Homeless Executive. This service engages with adults who are rough sleeping, supports them into short term homeless accommodation, and makes appropriate referrals to permanent housing options especially Housing First.
We will hold a LIVE Volunteering Information Session. Our information sessions provide a brief background on HUGG, and details on everything involved in volunteering with HUGG including what opportunities are available, and what training and supports we offer.
This new publication is both a continued reflection and expansion upon our festival theme “The Sound of Change”, as well as the many activities, conversations, and ideas that percolated from this theme during ICAF 2023.
Neurology patients are travelling over 200km roundtrip to see their neurologists which leads to poorer outcomes for patients. That’s according to the Neurological Alliance of Ireland which launched a new campaign seeking commitments from elected representatives and the HSE to provide outpatient neurology services at five regional hospitals around the country.
A call has been made for the voices of kinship care families to be central to comprehensive new policy for social, welfare and service supports. This was highlighted at policy workshop – hosted by Kinship Care Ireland – and attended by kinship carers, stakeholders and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.
The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission’s 2024-25 Human Rights and Equality Grant Scheme is now open and accepting applications until 3.00pm sharp, Thursday 18 April 2024. The purpose of the grants scheme is to support projects by civil society and trade unions that promote human rights and equality.
Mid West Recovery Education Service (ARIES) are delighted to announce our free April 2024 online schedule. Mid West ARIES aims to provide the Mid West Region with an inspirational and inclusive educational programme on recovery and wellbeing in mental health.
This May Bank Holiday Weekend, seize the opportunity to get active with your family, and friends, or make new connections along the way! Lace-up those shoes, dust off your bike, or prepare for a brisk jog as we extend a warm invitation to you to participate in completing a 10 km walk, run, or cycle.
The National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) is organising free webinars for the community and voluntary sector. These each provide a 1-hour introduction to literacy, numeracy and digital literacy in Ireland. There are two dates to choose from: 21 March and 25 April.
The most inspiring adult learning initiatives on the island of Ireland were honoured at the 2024 STAR Awards — Showcasing Teamwork, Awarding Recognition —run by AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation of Ireland.
We are seeking Directors for their voluntary Board with expertise in Community & Voluntary Sector, Service Delivery & Social Policy, Finance/debt management, Legal and Human Resources.
We are looking for a volunteer with an interest in play & positive parenting to join our team in the Barnardos Lorien Project. Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm. Min commitment of 9 months.
I kindly request Mental Health Professionals and General Practitioners in Ireland to participate in a 20-minute survey that aims to delve into the attitudes and perceptions regarding Trauma-Informed Care and its implementation in human services.
Daffodil Day is the Irish Cancer Society's biggest fundraising event of the year. Your support helps us to provide free services and support to cancer patients and their families across Ireland. Your support makes a big difference to the lives of people with cancer.
As a Volunteer Coordinator, you will mainly be responsible for recruiting and managing volunteers and being that important point of contact and support.
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