Welcome PPN members to our February 2024 Newsletter!
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In This Issue:
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- PPN News (+ council news + community news)
- Focus on: Social Inclusion Pillar
- An Cúinne Gaeilge (Irish Corner)
- News from the Departments
- Consultations
- Funding
- Training
- Notice Board / Events
- Supports
If you have any news you would like to include in next month's newsletter, please email dtuite@galwaycoco.ie or mmullen@galwaycoco.ie
*Submissions Deadline: 23rd of each month - for following month's issue. Next issue has a special focus on: Environment pillar of the PPN.
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February Training Series for PPN Members
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We have a series of workshops coming up in February which may be of interest to you/your group. Please register using the links below. This training is FREE for PPN Members. Zoom training link will be shared ahead of the training to those registered.
Facilitation Skills for In-Person Settings(online) Thursday, 1st February – 10am to 12pm, ONLINE via Zoom. Effective facilitation can lead to clearer focus and purposeful action. In this workshop you will be introduced to methodologies, tools and techniques to design and deliver engaging events and meetings, as well as some tips for overcoming facilitation challenges. Register HERE.
Understanding and Influencing the Oireachtas Thursday, 15th February – 10am to 12.30pm, ONLINE via Zoom. Ever wondered how your organization can secure a legislative or policy win? This workshop has been developed to share an insider-outsider perspective on how to succeed in influencing policy or legislative change for your Organisation. The workshop will inform and provide a practical roadmap. Register HERE.
Sources of Funding for Non-Profits Tuesday, 20th February – 10am to 12.30pm, ONLINE via Zoom Course material will include where to look for vital sources of funding, how to answer the critical questions that funders ask, how to develop a compelling story, an A to Z of digital and face to face fundraising techniques and with presentations focused on sectors such wellbeing, social, community, health, enterprise, educational, arts environmental and other objectives. Register HERE.
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Funding Information Webinar Local Enhancement Programme & Community Support Schemes
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Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN) are delighted to partner with CELT and Slieve Aughty Centre to deliver a FREE PERMACULTURE WORKSHOP with Alfred Decker, internationally renowned Permaculture Educator and Designer.
Where & When: Slieve Aughty Center Loughrea.
Fri: 9th February 6.30pm - 9pm.
Sat: 10th February 10.30am - 5.30pm.
Sun: 11th February 10.30 am - 1.30pm.
Permaculture methods are regenerative, meaning that they maintain healthy, nutrient-rich soils, minimize waste, conserve water and protect biodiversity, natural ecosystems and habitats!
Over the weekend Alfred will cover topics on Social Permaculture, Permaculture Design, & The Future of Permaculture & Designing Your Life, Rural and Urban Water, Importance of Building Healthy Soil, Community & Forest Gardening, Eco Construction & Architecture.
Book your place as there are limited tickets available!
https://www.celtnet.org/.../permaculture-weekend-in...
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Galway County PPN Secretariat Meeting
Tuesday 27th February 2024 at 19:00-20:30pm - Online. Members will receive the meeting link.
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Galway County PPN Energy Master Plan Steering Group Meeting
Thursday 15th February 2024 at 14:00-15:15pm - Online. Members will receive the meeting link.
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National Disability Strategy-Regional Town Hall
Monday 12th February 2024 at 11:00-15:00
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Come & Try /Age & Opportunity Grant
Tuesday 13th February 2024 at 11:00-14:00.
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When a group registers it becomes part of the Galway County PPN Structure. Registration is easy and free of charge! Registered groups receive regular updates, information on funding opportunities and also benefit from advertising their own community activities free of charge.
Register now: https://www.galwaycountyppn.ie/registration-form/
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The online only self-paced training videos programme for PPN stakeholders has been developed with SJI. Registrations for the online only training is now open. Social Justice Ireland is providing this training on behalf of the Department.
The online only training covers the following: - An Introduction to the PPNs (2 Modules) - Local Government Budgets - PPNs and Local Government - Effective Participation in Consultations - Effective Facilitation - Strategic Planning - Measuring Outcomes and Impacts
This is online only and is intended for self-directed learning at the learner’s own pace. Social Justice Ireland will provide some support via the webform on each Module page. There are no scheduled classes as part of this training.
This training is available to the following PPN Stakeholders: - PPN Workers - PPN Secretariat Members - PPN Representatives - PPN Member Groups - Local Authority Staff - Elected Councillors
To register, please complete the Registration Form at the following link: Register for Training | Social Justice Ireland
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From Department of Rural and Community Development Public Participation Networks latest news - read more HERE.
An updated edition of a resource guide aimed at ensuring that marginalised and disadvantaged communities have opportunities to participate in local planning and decision-making has been launched. 'A Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making' Read more HERE. Digital Version of the Guide is HERE.
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PPN Supports Provided by The Wheel
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Link to previous PPN Supports & Training available on Department website HERE
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GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL NEWS
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Tá SCOLÁIREACHTAÍ GAELTACHTA Phádraig Mhic Phiarais 2024 de chuid Chomhairle Chontae na Gaillimhe oscailte anois d’iarratais ó dhaltaí dara leibhéal atá ina gcónaí i gContae na Gaillimhe. Spriocdháta: Dé hAoine, 15 Márta 2024 ag 4:00 i.n. Gach eolas, treoirlínte agus foirm iarratais le fáil ag an nasc seo a leanas: https://ow.ly/NzIb50QtwZL
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The Galway County Council Pádraig Pearse GAELTACHT SCHOLARSHIPS scheme 2024 is now open for applications from second level students resident in the County of Galway. Closing date: Friday, 15 March 2024 at 4:00p.m. All information, guidelines and application form, can be found by clicking on the following link: https://ow.ly/NzIb50QtwZL
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The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, has signed new legislation which means that every household will be provided with a brown bin for food waste and light garden waste by their waste collector. These changes mean households will be able to access a waste collection service to segregate their waste, minimise the amount of waste that goes to landfill, and reuse waste through measures such as recycling, composting or anaerobic digestion.From January 2024, every household in Ireland will be entitled to a brown bin collection service. No matter how remote your home is, you can organise your brown bin collection service through their waste collector.For more details see https://ow.ly/KXi650Qsq8l
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Galway Sports Partnership are hosting a ‘Come and Try & Grant Information Day’ where you can bring up to 5 members of your group to try out equipment and speak to staff of Galway County Council, Galway City Council, Healthy Galway and Active Cities. Activities include; Boccia, Scooch, Petanque, Activator Poles, Go For Life Games and more! There will also be information on the costings and where to purchase the various pieces of equipment demonstrated. Come and Try & Grant Information Day. Ballinfoile Castlegar Neighbourhood Centre (BCNC). Tuesday 13th February11:30am – 1:30pm. Tea, coffee and light refreshments provided. If you are interested in attending please respond to this email, or email galwayactive@galwaycoco.ie or Text 087 7511141
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3 Galway County Council arts and culture funding opportunities are now open for applications: Community Support Scheme: Cultural Development - 20 Feb Community groups and arts organisations can apply for up to €3,000 to support projects in Galway County.Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/19 Artist Support Scheme - 28 Feb Artists living in Galway County can apply for up to €3,000 for support with their professional artistic practice.Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/30 Creative Ireland Bursary - 28 Feb Community groups, arts organisations and artists can apply for up to €10,000 to support Creative Ireland projects and initiatives in Galway County. Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/25 Questions about the Community Support Scheme and Artist Support Scheme can be emailed to artsoffice@galwaycoco.ie. Questions about the Creative Ireland Bursary can be emailed to creativeireland@galwaycoco.ie.
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During National Heritage Week 2024 taking place from 17th - 25th August, we are encouraging you to explore the physical, cultural and natural connections in your community and beyond.
How do we connect to each other, through roads, rivers, rail or waterways? What are the cultural connections like sports or past-times that bring us together? How does our environment and natural landscape create connections?
Explore this year’s theme and how you can participate in National Heritage Week 2024. Read more HERE.
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DEPOSIT/RETURN SCHEME
Ireland will soon be introducing a Deposit Return Scheme.
From February 2024, when you buy a drink in a plastic bottle, aluminium or steel can that feature the Re-turn Logo, you pay a deposit in addition to the price of the drink. When you return your empty, undamaged container to any participating retail outlet, you get your deposit back in full.
Full details and Frequently Asked Questions at https://re-turn.ie/.
BROWN BIN RECYCLING ROLL OUT
New legislation, coming into effect in January 2024, means all householders in Ireland will be entitled to a brown bin recycling collection service from their waste collector. See mywaste.ie for further details and FAQs.
The roll out of Brown Bins to all customers may take some time to complete, but customers should contact their service provider in the first instance.
CIVIC AMENITY SITES IN CO. GALWAY
Galway County Council currently operate Civic Amenity sites in Tuam, Clifden and Ballinasloe for householders within the functional area of Galway County Council. A wide range of materials are accepted at these sites such as paint, waste electrical goods, household medicines, chemicals, engine oil, oil filters, timber, mattresses, furniture, plastics, carpets, lino, flat glass, and scrap metal. A full list of items accepted, costs and operating hours is available at https://www.galway.ie/en/services/environment/wasteandlitter/civicamenitysites/
Please contact me or enviornment@galwaycoco.ie if you have a waste management query.
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Any household waste electrical items, batteries or energy saving light bulbs accepted, large or small! From Fridges to Phones, Laptops to Electric Lawnmowers, Toys to Power Tools, and everything in-between, WEEE recycle anything with a plug or battery! For further information contact WEEE Ireland https://www.weeeireland.ie/contact/ or 012999320. Electrical, battery and lighting waste can also be recycled throughout the year at civic amenity sites in Tuam, Clifden and Ballinasloe with full details at: https://www.galway.ie/en/services/environment/wasteandlitter/civicamenitysites/
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Galway County Council Upcoming Meetings:
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The February Ordinary Meeting of Plenary Council will be held on Monday, 19th February 2024 at 11a.m.
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Monthly Farmers Market at Ballyglunin Station.
Ballyglunin Station is exploring the launch of a monthly Farmers Market, and we want our local food producers to be a crucial part of it.If you're a local food producer interested in participating, please drop us an email at: admin@ballyglunin.com. Please include a brief overview of your products.Join us in bringing our community together by presenting your best products. Let's promote sustainable shopping practices. Thank you, and we look forward to your participation!
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"Brigid's Windows on the World" exhibition open until Feb 7th.
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Check out the wonderful "Brigid's Windows on the World" exhibition around the town from today until Feb 7th. There are many skillful artists living in and around Gort who are showcasing their art. It's part of the Brigid celebrations happening this weekend (Saturday, 5:30 at the Square) and hosted by the Gort Arts Group.
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Beidh Tonnta - an fhéile is nuaí i nGaillimh a dhéanfaidh ceiliúradh ar an nGaeilge agus ar Ghaillimh ina cathair dhátheangach - ar siúl ón 1 - 4 Feabhra Tonnta - Galway’s newest festival, celebrating the Irish language and Galway as a bilingual city will run from February 1st to 4th.
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Bígí linn ag Tonnta! 🌊 Beidh muid ag déanamh ceiliúradh ar an nGaeilge & ar Ghaillimh mar chathair dhátheangach!
Join us at Tonnta! We will be celebrating the Irish language & Galway as a bilingual city!
Beidh imeachtaí éagsúla SAOR IN AISCE: - ROGU: Is cuideachta taibhiúchán tine, solais & gluaiseachta ealaíon & oideachais é ROGU atá lonnaithe in Éirinn. - Céilí ar an bhFaiche Mhór - Ceardlanna & Cainteanna - Lá na bPáistí
FREE events include: - ROGU: ROGU is a fire, light & movement arts performance & education company based in Ireland - Céilí on Eyre Square - Workshops & Talks - Children's Day
READ MORE HERE.
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Mark 29 May in your calendar and stay tuned for registration details!
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Get ready for a transformative experience at The Wheel's National Summit for Charities, Community Organisations, and Social Enterprises! Join us on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, at Croke Park, as we celebrate 25 years of driving positive social change.
Open to All: Members and Non-Members This is your invitation, whether you're a seasoned sector leader, a dedicated staff member, or a passionate volunteer. Join us, as we unite members and non-members alike, all fueled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact in our organisations and communities.
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National Disability Strategy – Regional Town Hall in-person event
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Organisations in Connacht/Galway: As part of the new National Disability Strategy consultation process, a Town Hall event in Connacht is now arranged. If you are interested in informing what the new National Disability Strategy should include to improve the lives of disabled people in Ireland, please register for free in-person event in Galway City.
Galway Town Hall Date: Monday 12th Feb 2024 Time: 11am to 3pm including lunch Location: The Galmont Hotel & Spa Lough Atalia Road, Galway H91 CYN3 Please register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YLDG69B (*the event is currently full but you can request to join the waiting list if spaces free up)
This Town Hall event is part of a wider consultation process that is explained further HERE.
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Open Calls: Bealtaine Hero Award & NANHD Award 2024
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If there are any questions, they can be forwarded to arts@ageandopportunity.ie
BEALTAINE HERO 2024
The call for applications to the Bealtaine Hero Award is open to local, community based groups (or individuals) who wish to submit proposals for an event that offers an ambitious, creative and experimental invitation to their community this May, and that celebrates the spirit of the festival. All art forms and event types will be considered, however non-arts events will not be considered (please see guidelines for examples of arts and non-arts events).
Two awards of €500 will be made to the two successful applicants.
Deadline: 5pm, Friday February 19th 2024.
Application Process: Those wishing to apply for the Bealtaine Hero Award should complete the online application form, from the link below.
Online Application Form: https://www.tfaforms.com/5103208 Application Guidelines: Bealtaine Hero Award 2024 guidelines -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NATIONAL ARTS IN NURSING HOMES DAY AWARD 2024
Age & Opportunity’s Bealtaine Festival, in partnership with Nursing Homes Ireland, wish to recognise three outstanding arts projects through the National Arts in Nursing Homes Day Award 2024.
We invite applications from care settings who wish to facilitate their residents’ artistic and creative expression by organising interactive and engaging arts workshops, sessions and events led by professional artists. This will be presented as part of National Arts in Nursing Homes Day that will take place Friday 17th May during the Bealtaine Festival 2024.
One award of €1,000 and two awards of €500 will be made to the three successful applicants.
Deadline: 5pm, Friday February 26th 2024.
Application Process: Those wishing to apply for the National Arts in Care Homes Day Award should complete the online application form below. Please refer to the guidelines for further information.
Application Form: https://www.tfaforms.com/5103402 Application Guidelines: National Arts in Nursing Homes Day Award 2024 guidelines
Please sign up to our e-zine to stay updated: http://eepurl.com/cEJb6D
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Focus on: Social Inclusion
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Online Q&A Info session of the call ‘Social Innovations for the Upskilling of Vulnerable Youth, Especially Young People not in Employment, Education, or Training (NEETs)’
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Sign Up for Online Q&A Session for European Social Fund Plus Call for Proposals to Upskill and Support Vulnerable Youth
The European Competence Centre for Social Innovation has launched a new call for transnational projects dedicated to developing young people’s skills and helping them to integrate into the labour market. A total of EUR 9 million in ESF+ funding will be available to develop or scale up innovative methods and practices that have proven to be successful in other contexts, countries and regions. Projects should focus on helping vulnerable youth, and in particular young people not in employment, education or training (NEETs), to develop skills that can lead to their labour market integration. The deadline for proposals is 29 February 2024 at 17:00 CET.
Watch the recording of the info session here and register for the online Q&A session on 13 February here.
We are pleased to invite you to the Online Q&A Info session of the call ‘Social Innovations for the Upskilling of Vulnerable Youth, Especially Young People not in Employment, Education, or Training (NEETs)’. The event will take place online on Tuesday, 13th February 2024.
To attend the meeting and receive the relevant information, registration is required. Registration is open until Sunday, 11th February. The confirmation and joining link will be circulated on Monday, 12th February.
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ALONE’s Community Impact Network: Training for Organisations supporting Older People
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ALONE’s Community Impact Network (CIN) provides the opportunity to be part of a collaborative national network that supports organisations working with older people across Ireland. In 2023, the Community Impact Network worked directly with over 200 organisations through the delivery of training, support and resources.
Full details about the CIN membership can be found here
We are delighted to release our Training Schedule for quarter 1 which include training on key areas such Safeguarding, boundaries, Dementia, Cancer, Mental Health, and Grief & Bereavement.
Training Information Find specific information about the training modules on our website here
We can run in-person training for your organisation, depending on numbers. Contact us at community@alone.ie to discuss.
Training Schedule Please see the training schedule for January, February, and March here
How to register Please register for any of these trainings by using the form here
Contact Details Our team are on hand to answer any questions about training or membership, please email community@alone.ie
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National Disability Strategy Consultation
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RESEARCH: EXPLORING MARGINALISED VOICES IN THE IRISH ARTS/CREATIVE SECTORS
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We are undertaking research to gather intersecting information on what it’s like to work in the arts/creative sectors. If you are an artist or arts worker and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, we invite you to participate in this research by completing our online survey.
Survey link: https://loom.ly/U7vJNeU
To find out more about this research go to: https://loom.ly/NSggB_I
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Bookings are now being taken for the safeTALK (Suicide Alertness for Everyone) training programme which will take place in The Shearwater Hotel, Marina Point, Dunlo, Ballinasloe
Co. Galway, on Wednesday, February 7 next from 10.00am to 1.30pm.
safeTALK is a 3½ hour ‘suicide alertness’ programme that prepares participants to identify and engage with persons who may be having thoughts of suicide.
Find out more via the link below and in our stories: https://www.westbewell.ie/.../suicide-alertness-training.../
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The next Community Connects gathering at Tuam Library is taking place next Tuesday, 6th February from 11am - 1pm. Come along for a cup of tea and a chat, enjoy word searches, and puzzles, and meet some new people. The event is for adults over the age of 18. Pop into Tuam Library to find out more.
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GRD, through SICAP, are delighted to partner with As I Am, Ireland's National Autism charity and ANOA who work to support autistic community and families by providing FREE Autism Awareness Training in Athenry on 20th February, 7-9pm in The Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry.
For more information please contact Elaine, SICAP Education Officer at 087 7404655 or equinn@grd.ie - Open to all
SICAP is the Social Inclusion Community Activation Programme co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union
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Rural Social Scheme We have a number of vacancies on our Rural Social Scheme and are now open to applications. The RSS is a farmer-friendly scheme where farmers work 19.5 hours per week in their locality and earn additional income to farming income. For more, email tusadmin@grd.ie.
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Job Opportunity at Irish Deaf Society Position: Administrator of Media Service Hours: Full time, 35 hours/week Term: Permanent contract Salary: Negotiable (€29,000 - €32,000) Location: IDS offices, Dublin 7
Deadline: February 5, 2024 Interview: February 9, 2024
Role Overview: Join IDS as an Administrator for our media service! Manage ISL translation videos for clients, coordinate production teams, and contribute to educational ISL resources. No prior translation/media experience required – we provide training.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage filming projects and budgets - Coordinate freelance teams - Schedule and support external/internal projects - Provide administrative support - Develop marketing strategies - Collaborate on educational ISL resources
Personal Specification: - Fluent in Irish Sign Language - Strong written communication skills - Project management experience - Excellent organizational skills - Ability to work under pressure - Proficient in Microsoft Office - Desire to learn new systems
How to Apply: Send a cover letter and CV to jobs@irishdeafsociety.ie by February 5, 2024. Subject: "Administrator of Media Service." Interviews on February 9, 2024. If unavailable, mention it in your email.
Learn more about IDS: www.deaf.ie www.facebook.com/IrishDeafSociety www.twitter.com/IrishDeafSoc
Join our team and make a positive impact in the Deaf community!
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News from the Departments
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Department of Rural and Community Development
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A Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making
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An updated edition of a resource guide aimed at ensuring that marginalised and disadvantaged communities have opportunities to participate in local planning and decision-making has been launched. Read more HERE.
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Minister Joe O’ Brien to introduce Charities (Amendment) Bill to Dáil Éireann
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From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 25 January 2024 Last updated on 25 January 2024 Greater transparency for the public in relation to finances and operations of registered charities Enhanced legal framework to enable the Charities Regulator to carry out its functions Measures proportionate to the size and operation of charities “Advancement of human rights” a new charitable purpose
Read more HERE.
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Minister Humphreys announces investment of over €4.5 Million to tackle Dereliction and Vacancy in Rural Towns and Villages
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From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 15 January 2024 Last updated on 1 February 2024
Scheme to breathe new lease of life into our Rural towns and villages
24 Projects in Total: Including former Garda Stations, Schools, Post Offices, Parish Halls and Vacant Sites to be redeveloped for 21st Century Use
Minister Humphreys: ‘This is about repurposing Old Buildings to benefit rural communities the length and breadth of the country.
Read more HERE.
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CLÁR: Over 150 schools, community and sports projects supported under €6.2 million fund
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From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 12 January 2024 Last updated on 15 January 2024
Funding worth €6.2 million has been allocated to support more than 150 projects nationwide under the 2023 CLÁR (Ceantair Laga Árd-Riachtanais) programme.
The funding will facilitate the delivery of a wide range of projects including astroturf pitches, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, nature trails, outdoor performance spaces and community cafés.
A specific tranche of funding has also been provided for projects on our offshore islands.
Read more HERE.
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Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth
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Expressions of Interest for Members of Young Ireland Advisory Council
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Press Release - 24 January 2024
The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman, is inviting expressions of interest to form a new Young Ireland Advisory Council. The new Advisory Council will provide independent advice on policy related to children and young people.
The Advisory Council will bring together key stakeholders and sectoral experts, and young people on issues affecting children and young people up to the end of 2028, in line with the lifetime of Young Ireland: the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People 2023-2028.
Please see gov.ie/youngireland for details on how to register your interest in becoming a member of this Council.
Expressions of interest will be accepted until close of business on 14th February 2024
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Department of The Environment, Climate and Community
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Minister Ryan launches €27 million fund for Community Climate Action while visiting Cavan
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Published on Wednesday 10th January 2024 Applications open across the country for one of the largest funds ever allocated to support local projects with climate action. Read more HERE. ----------------------------------------------------------------- (*note: GALWAY COUNTY APPLICATIONS for the Community Climate Action Fund. Closing date for applications is February 29th, 2024. Further information is available on https://www.galway.ie/en/services/environment/climate/ or from Denise Feeney, Community Climate Action Officer, Galway County Council climateactionfund@galwaycoco.ie / 091 509302.)
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National Disability Strategy Consultation
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As part of the new National Disability Strategy consultation process, the National Survey in now live and will remain open until 11th February 2024.
Here is the link to the survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NDS24 or see options/links for different versions for different access needs below.
Alternative survey versions
Link for Irish language version here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R2PJ5KV
Link for an Easy Read version here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LVWJ5YG.
Link for version for screen readers here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TLHNBSQ
An Irish Sign Language (ISL) version will be available soon here
If you would like to participate in a telephone version of this survey, please call 01-608-0423, leave a message and we will call you back.
If you would like to receive a paper version of the survey, or an Easy-to-Read paper version, please e-mail nda-events@nda.ie with your address.
This survey is part of a wider consultation process that is explained further here
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Residential Zoned Land Tax Annual Draft Map - 2024
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The points(s) regarding inclusion and exclusion of lands will remain open for submissions until April 1st 2024. All submissions to these questions will be published within 10 working days of their receipt.
The point in relation to Landowners seeking land-use zoning will remain open for submissions until May 31st 2024
Read more HERE.
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Trinity College researchers seek your views on the Planning and Design of Nursing Homes
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As part of a research project, Trinity College researchers are seeking your views on the Planning and Design of Nursing Homes, to lead into the development of Guidelines at national level. Members of the public with experience of long-term residential care settings in Ireland, either as a resident, visitor, or family member, as well as those working in this area are invited to participate in the research by completing the online survey below.
The questionnaire will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete, and all data collected will be anonymous – it will be open until the end of February. Read more below: https://www.tcd.ie/trinityhaus/news/news-2023/what-are-your-views-on-the-planning-and-design-of-nursing-homes-in-ireland-/
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Public Consultation on the Future of the European Union’s Cohesion Policy
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Dear Stakeholder
The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe, today 22nd of January launched Ireland’s public consultation on the future of the European Union’s Cohesion Policy.
This forms part of a wider process which is being facilitated by the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform in advance of negotiations on the post 2027 Cohesion Policy Legislative Package expected to be presented in mid-2025. This public consultation will be followed by a National Forum meeting later in the year. The combined results will contribute directly to Ireland’s position on this key EU policy post 2027.
Cohesion Policy constitutes the main investment policy of the EU, and is due to account for around a third of its budget, or EUR 392 billion over the period of 2021-2027. Cohesion Policy is designed to contribute to strengthening economic, social and territorial cohesion in the European Union. It aims to correct imbalances between countries and regions. It delivers on the Union's political priorities, especially the green and digital transition.
We invite you to participate in this important consultation, details of which can be found here and we would also ask that you share details of the consultation through your own channels.
The closing date for submissions is 17.00 on Sunday 18th of February 2024.
Should you have any queries in relation to the consultation please contact: cohesionpolicydialogue@per.gov.ie
We look forward to receiving your submission.
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Community Climate Action Fund
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Galway County Council’s Arts Office invites applications from individual artists to develop their arts practice and artistic career. Deadline Wednesday 28 February 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
Artist Support Scheme guidelines and application form: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/30
If you have questions about making an application, email artsoffice@galwaycoco.ie.
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Tá iarratais á lorg ag Oifig Ealaíon Chontae na Gaillimhe ó ealaíontóirí aonaracha chun a gcleachtas ealaíona agus a ngairm ealaíne a fhorbairt. Spriocdháta Dé Céadaoin 28ú Feabhra 2024 ag 4:00 i.n.
Treoirlínte agus foirm iarratais na Scéim Tacaíochta d’Ealaíontóirí: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/34
Má tá ceisteanna agat faoi iarratas a dhéanamh, seol ríomhphost chuig artsoffice@galwaycoco.ie.
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3 Galway County Council arts and culture funding opportunities are now open for applications: Community Support Scheme: Cultural Development - 20 Feb Community groups and arts organisations can apply for up to €3,000 to support projects in Galway County.Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/19 Artist Support Scheme - 28 Feb Artists living in Galway County can apply for up to €3,000 for support with their professional artistic practice.Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/30 Creative Ireland Bursary - 28 Feb Community groups, arts organisations and artists can apply for up to €10,000 to support Creative Ireland projects and initiatives in Galway County. Click here for info: https://galwaycoco.submit.com/show/25 Questions about the Community Support Scheme and Artist Support Scheme can be emailed to artsoffice@galwaycoco.ie. Questions about the Creative Ireland Bursary can be emailed to creativeireland@galwaycoco.ie.
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Active National Grant Scheme 2024
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The Age & Opportunity Active National Grant Scheme is now open for applications!
The grant scheme offers financial supports – provided by Sport Ireland – to local clubs, groups and organisations, nationwide who promote increased participation in recreational sport or physical activity for older people.
Check out our website for information on how you can apply for the grant - https://ageandopportunity.ie/.../age-and-opportunity.../
Make sure you get your application in before the closing date at 12 midday on Friday 1st March. All applicants will be contacted at the end of April.
Please check terms and conditions before you fill in the form for the application criteria and information on who is eligible to apply.
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Galway County Creative Ireland Bursary
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Creative Youth on a Shared Island (2024)
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The Shared Island-dimension of the Creative Ireland Programme wants to explore creative opportunities for young people to connect. A full briefing document and FAQ is available below:
Briefing Document in English FAQ
Applications must be completed online and submitted via Submit.com by 25th March 2024. A link to the application form is below.
Apply HERE. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Is féidir iarratas a dhéanamh anois ar an gCiste maidir le hÓige Ildánach ar Oileán Comhroinnte
Faoi ghné an Oileáin Chomhroinnte den Chlár Éire Ildánach, táthar ag iarraidh deiseanna cruthaitheachta a fhiosrú chun daoine óga a thabhairt le chéile.
Tá treoir eolais iomlán agus Ceisteanna Coitianta le fáil anseo: Treoir eolais iomlán as Gaeilge Ceisteanna Coitianta as Béarla
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2024 ESB Wind Farm Community Funds
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Open for applications until March 8th 2024.
For a full list of Wind Farm Community Funds included in this call, please click here.
The fund is available to community and voluntary groups, non-profit groups or organisations with a charitable status. The Wind Farm Community Funds will prioritise projects and initiatives that support and benefit the areas surrounding ESB wholly owned and co-owned wind farms, in the following categories:
Education and skills. Health, safety and wellbeing. Environment and habitat conservation. Energy efficiency and sustainability. Culture and heritage. Recreation, sport and social inclusion. Tourism (Raheenleagh & Castlepook only)
Getting started on your project ideas early will greatly assist with your application, as a well-developed project is key to a successful outcome.
It is essential to note that applications from groups that do not submit required documentation with the application form e.g. planning permission, planning exemption, confirmation that you have liaised with your local authority or owner permission, may not proceed to evaluation.
Applications may made online at www.communitybenefitfunds.ie, please ensure you take some time to read the Fund Guidelines, prior to submitting you application and visit the help section of our website for additional helpful documents. If you are registered a previous call, you can use the same user name and password to apply to the 2024 fund. If you have lost or forgotten your password, please go to the “Forgot Password” tab, or contact SECAD.
If you do not have a current constitution for your group please click here to download a template constitution, to edit and adapt to suit your group.
National schools can use this template.
If you register as a new user and do not receive the confirmation message within a few minutes of signing up, please check your spam or junk mail folders, just in case the confirmation email was delivered there instead of your inbox. If so, select the confirmation message and click Not Spam, which will allow future messages to get through.
If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact SECAD, Elaine Barrett ebarrett@secad.ie or Eilish Walsh ewalsh@secad.ie.
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HSE National Lottery Grant Scheme
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Community groups and voluntary organisations can apply. Your Group/Organisation must provide health or social care services to the community. For example, you might help people with a disability, older people, carers or disadvantaged groups.
Public bodies, including the HSE, cannot apply for this funding.
Important dates
Wednesday 17 January 2024 - applications for 2024 funding opens.
Friday 16 February 2024, midday - the deadline for applications.
Friday 31 May 2024 - we will contact all applicants to let them know the outcome of their applications.
Read more HERE.
Check the application process for your county
How you need to submit your application and where to send it differs by CHO. In some cases it is different depending on the office in a CHO you must send it to.
Select the county where the project or services will take place from our list of contacts for National Lottery Grants applications.
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EU Just Transition Fund (EU JTF): Community and Enterprise Grants Scheme - Pobal
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The EU JTF Community and Enterprise Grants Scheme has now been launched and is open for applications.
This scheme will provide up to €300,000 to community, voluntary and not-for-profit organisations, and micro and small to medium sized enterprises operating in the wider Midlands area.
The deadline for applications is 5pm, 22 February 2024.
For more information on the EU JTF: Pobal - Community and Enterprise Grants Scheme – click here to go to website:
EU Just Transition Fund (EU JTF): Community and Enterprise Grants Scheme - Pobal
If you need further information – contact:
Pobal Online Support
Applicants who have additional queries that are not covered in the Application Guidelines or in the Frequently Asked Questions section of the website should contact Pobal for further clarification using the contact details noted below:
Email: onlinesupport@pobal.ie
Telephone: 01 511 7222
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The Community Monuments Fund
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From Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Last updated on 16 November 2023.
The Community Monuments Fund was first established in 2020 to provide investment in Ireland’s archaeological heritage.
Funding is prioritised for local authorities, private owners and custodians and community groups for the care, conservation, maintenance, protection and promotion of archaeological monuments.
Total funding available nationally for projects under Community Monuments Fund 2024 will be €7,000,000 .
The Community Monuments Fund invests in archaeological heritage and helps owners and custodians of archaeological monuments to safeguard them into the future for the benefit of communities and the public.
Deadline: close of business 14 February 2024.
Read more HERE.
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National Childcare Scheme
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The National Childcare Scheme is our pathway to truly accessible, affordable, quality childcare. From October 2019 it will replace all previous targeted childcare programmes with a single, streamlined and user-friendly Scheme to help parents meet the cost of quality childcare.
Supports are available for families with children aged between 24 weeks and 15 years who are attending any participating Tusla registered childcare service, including any Tusla registered childminder.
Information and Applications for the NCS found here: https://www.ncs.gov.ie/en/
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The Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability is a grant for people with a physical, sensory, mental health or intellectual disability. It provides funding so you can improve how you enter and move around your home.
Read More HERE.
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Galway County Council Grants
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Housing Aid for Older People Read more HERE.
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Housing Adaptation Grant Read more HERE.
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Advocacy Training for The Community and Voluntary Sector
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ICCL is proud to present our new advocacy initiative, Rochtain. With supporting funding from the St. Stephen’s Green Trust, we will offer training, seminars and support through Rochtain to enhance the advocacy capacity of community and voluntary organisations.
Further details of the initiative can be seen below. We are planning to offer our first online training session shortly. This will be a seminar on the legislative process in the Oireachtas and will focus on the critical junctures to intervene effectively on policy matters.
You can register your interest in attending by clicking here to fill our (very short) needs assessment survey and details of the first training session will follow shortly.
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Micro-Qualifications for Staff Now Available from Your Local ETB
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Do you struggle to access training and development for your staff? Your local Education and Training Board now offers a range of short, stackable micro-qualifications tailored to fit busy schedules and today’s most pressing skills needs. These innovative new programmes are offered through the Skills To Advance initiative which provides courses at little of no cost to employers and employees.
Some of the recently launched courses include: • Environmental Sustainability in the Workplace • Resource Efficiency for Sustainability • The Circular Economy in the Workplace • Building Digital Business Skills. Contact the Skills to Advance representative in your local ETB to find out more.
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The Wheel - Training for PPN Members / The Wheel Members
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Galway County PPN are signed up to The Wheel. PPN Members can access some free trainings provided by The Wheel. Community Groups can sign up with The Wheel to access their free training/services. Information on Trainings available at https://www.wheel.ie/training
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PPN Supports Provided by The Wheel
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Link to previous PPN Supports & Training available on Department website HERE
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The online only self-paced training videos programme for PPN stakeholders has been developed with SJI. Registrations for the online only training is now open. Social Justice Ireland is providing this training on behalf of the Department.
The online only training covers the following: - An Introduction to the PPNs (2 Modules) - Local Government Budgets - PPNs and Local Government - Effective Participation in Consultations - Effective Facilitation - Strategic Planning - Measuring Outcomes and Impacts
This is online only and is intended for self-directed learning at the learner’s own pace. Social Justice Ireland will provide some support via the webform on each Module page. There are no scheduled classes as part of this training.
This training is available to the following PPN Stakeholders: - PPN Workers - PPN Secretariat Members - PPN Representatives - PPN Member Groups - Local Authority Staff - Elected Councillors
To register, please complete the Registration Form at the following link: Register for Training | Social Justice Ireland
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FREE Digital Literacy Courses with NCBI
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Dereck Carolan, technology Trainer for NCBI, can help and support communities, specifically people with low sight or no sight and their families. Website: https://www.ncbi.ie/supporting-you/technology/ncbi-labs/ Services Offered • Group training courses, projects, and talks that will enable the low-vision and no-vision community to access their local area. • Technology assessments and demonstrations. • Technology clubs and webinars. To discuss further how we can work together moving forward. Please feel free to contact: dereck.carolan@ncbi.ie or 086 608 6771.
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Information on Springboard Courses
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www.springboardcourses.ie providing 11,000 free or heavily subsidised college courses for unemployed, self-employed or returners to work. Courses are free for the unemployed, previously self-employed and returners to the workforce. For others, 90 per cent of the course fee is funded by the Government, with participants required to contribute just 10 per cent of the fee. Helpline – 1800 303 523 The Springboard+ system will open for course applications on Wednesday 7th June. Experienced guidance counsellors will be available to advise potential Springboard+ and HCI Pillar 1 participants on their options on the freephone Springboard+ helpline. Candidates who wish to participate in Springboard+ 2023 or HCI Pillar 1 courses will find full details on the approved courses on www.springboardcourses.ie. Applications are now open.
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ConTempo Countywide, Oughterard, February 2024
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Entry to the concert is free, all are welcome. Donations are welcome, but not required. No booking is required, walk ups welcome.
Lunchtimes with ConTempo take place on the first Tuesday of the month. Galway Music Residency is proudly supported by the Arts Council of Ireland, University of Galway (Education Partner) and Galway City and County Councils. For further information, visit www.galwaymusicresidency.ie
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Athenry Adventurers RPG Club is back with it's annual event, AthVentureCon. A two-day tabletop roleplaying game convention in Loughrea Hotel on Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th of February. This event is being run by Athenry Adventurers RPG Club leaders and members.
Ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Interested in fantasy or sci-fi novels and games? How about video games? Come to AthVentureCon, two fun-filled days of TTRPGs run by guest gamemasters from across the country, including some of our talented youth club members. Experienced and complete beginners are welcome to play. There will be a great range of games available both days. Saturday is for teens and adults. Sunday is a family friendly day, with lots of fun games and activities for children as young as 8 years old. Youth Club members will be on hand to teach how to play board & card games. On both days you can meet artists, crafters & writers. Buy yourself a treat! Attend panels, demos and workshops, including how to set up your own TTRPG youth club and a talk for Parents about how to get younger kids started on TTRPGs. Learn all about cosplay and how to create something really cool from scratch. And so much more!
An awesome outing for youth clubs, TTRPG fans, and families with older children and teens. All proceeds go to Athenry Adventurers RPG Club, a youth club affiliated with Youth Work Ireland Galway. More Information and tickets available here:
www.athventurecon.ie
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Anam Cara help and support bereaved parents. Services available:
Our Galway Face to Face meetings.
Our online meetings for Anam Cara Galway and Mayo.
If you know any bereaved parents who would like to join either of these meetings please get them to contact us on
085 288 8888 or info@anamcara.ie.
As always Anam Cara offer their services free of charge for as long as needed.
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Positive Ageing and supports for older people - Click the links below:
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Alone Partnership Newsletter
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ALONE is a national organisation that enables older people to age at home.
To read the latest newsletter from Alone, just click the link below and click in the top corner of the Newsletter to change the page... to read click HERE.
Link to Alone website here: https://alone.ie/
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Happy Spring from the PPN Team!
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• Website: www.galwaycountyppn.ie • Social Media Tag: #Galwaycountyppn • Facebook: GalwayCountyPPN | X/Twitter: GalwayCoPPN • Phone: 087 360 3379 • Email: administrator@galwaycountyppn.ie
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Newsletter Submissions Deadline: 23rd of each month - for following month's issue. Next issue has a special focus on: Environment Pillar of the PPN
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