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Our training offers a solid legal grounding for anyone working at the frontline of housing and homelessness. This training is for Frontline workers in housing and homelessness Legal advisors, NGO staff, and policy professionals Community advocates and support workers.
Ireland’s once-promising trajectory on migrant integration has reversed, according to the newly released Migrant Integration Policy Index (MIPEX) 2024. The country’s score has dropped by 5 points compared to previous years, reflecting the absence of a new national integration strategy following the expiry of the 2017 Migrant Integration Strategy.
Dr Sinead McGrath Memorial International Development Scholarship (€2500) - now taking applications for September 2025. The Department of International Development, Maynooth University welcomes applications for a Masters bursary, which is worth €2500 for the winning student.
The Ring Of Kerry Charity Cycle is back on the road Saturday, July 5th, 2025. This iconic cycling event now in it’s 43rd year takes place along one of the world’s most renowned touring routes THE RING OF KERRY, a 170 KM circular route starting and ending in the beautiful town of Killarney.
The OCO’s Annual Report for 2024 Tomorrow Starts with Us shows the complaints are becoming more complex, with almost one in five relating to more than one agency, and a third relating to multiple categories of concern. Education remains the most complained about issue to the OCO at 33%.
Join our initiative to integrate the importance of mental health into everyday life! Create a poster design to bring public voices into this vital conversation and create a meaningful resource. Individuals or groups can apply (Anybody, of any age, from anywhere in Ireland, of any background).
Patients spend an average of €3,264 annually on managing their IBD including treatment and dietary needs. Nearly half (47%) have avoided seeking necessary medical care due to cost. 60% of people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Ireland face financial difficulty as a result of the disease, according to a new report published.
Join us as we hike one of the highest mountains in Ireland, Mount Brandon, and help us raise funds for our work with migrants and refugees building their lives here. Every step taken during Hike for Rights supports Doras’ mission to protect and promote the rights of migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees in Ireland.
These courses will be of interest to a wide range of practitioners, paid or voluntary, involved in various roles in Community and Voluntary groups, social service agencies, public or local authority (e.g. education, youth and community work, social work, childcare, healthcare, housing, inter-agency work etc.).
This is a dynamic training session designed to spark real change where it’s needed most. While civil society and volunteer-driven organisations often champion inclusivity, leadership roles still don’t reflect the diversity of those they serve. Online, Monday 14 July.
Care Alliance Ireland is looking forward to coordinating another Carers Week for 2025. All our partners will endeavour to make this week inclusive for all family carers across the country, continuing to offer both Online and Face-to-Face events.
We are transitioning to Microsoft M365 suite and looking for someone with specific technical knowledge in this area to support us. This will be an ongoing role.
This training is free and open to all adult and community educators across the island of Ireland to build their knowledge of, and capacity in, Global Citizenship Education. This Outdoor Summer Edition includes: 3 online sessions, 2 full Experiential Peacebuilding days and individualised coaching and mentoring sessions.
IHREC is now seeking to appoint at least 9 new members to its Disability Advisory Committee and is inviting expressions of interest for appointment to the Committee.
We are launching brand new summer programmes for children. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us bring these vibrant new spaces to life and make a real impact during the school break.
Samaritans volunteers across Ireland answered 50 calls every hour last year, as new research revealed it is the only form of support for over half of callers. The Ireland Impact Report for 2024 showed that volunteers provided 100,000 hours of support to callers during the year.
No formal qualifications are required as we offer comprehensive training, just a willingness to help, kindness and empathy. You will need to be over 22 years of age and have excellent English.
We are a volunteer led charity providing Mental Health support & individual counselling to people 16 and over. We are seeking a Volunteer Admin / Support Worker for Cavan.
We are inviting expressions of interest from individuals who are passionate about supporting children, families, and community development to join the voluntary Board of Directors.
Join the Board of a Community-Driven Development Group. We are seeking new voluntary board members to support and guide the organisation through an exciting new chapter.
Barnardos children’s charity has released findings from their survey in their latest report: ‘Parental Mental Health and the Impact on Children’. The children’s charity commissioned Amárach research to carry out a nationally representative survey of 390 parents across the country in March 2025.
We are excited to welcome a volunteer chiropodist or podiatrist to provide essential foot care services to the residents of our High-Support Houses in Cork City.
Join the National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) on 20 June from 10:00am - 11:00am for a free interactive online workshop for people working with members of the public. You will learn top tips on how to use plain English guidelines when writing for leaflets and publications.
Make a Real Difference: Volunteer with PACE @your PACE and work alongside people with offending histories, helping them to rebuild their lives, avoid reoffending, and contribute positively to society. Make a lasting impact on someone’s life.
Take on the Croke Park Abseil and Support Mental Health with Shine. Join us for a once in a lifetime adrenaline rush and help shine a light on mental health. On 11 July, you’ll have the chance to abseil 150ft from the iconic Hogan Stand at Croke Park while raising vital funds for Shine.
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