We're delighted to announce Jim Clarken as our keynote speaker at Making spACE for Community. As CEO of @OxfamIreland, Commissioner with the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission @_IHREC, and a respected advocate for human rights, equality, and sustainable development, Jim brings a wealth of experience and insight to this important conversation. Through decades of leadership across national and international organisations, Jim has championed social justice, inclusion, gender equality, and community empowerment. Join us for an inspiring keynote as we explore how communities can create more inclusive, connected, and equitable spaces for everyone. Register now at makingspaceforcommunity.even… #MakingSpACEforCommunity #CommunityDevelopment #SocialInclusion #Leadership #HumanRights #OxfamIreland

🌿 MAKING spACE FOR COMMUNITY Join us on 4 November at Marino Institute of Education for Making spACE for Community — a national gathering celebrating the many ways Adult and Community Education connects people and helps communities flourish. Enjoy inspiring speakers, engaging workshops and music as we explore how learning can help create a more connected, inclusive and sustainable future. 📅 Wednesday, 4 November 2026 📍 Marino Institute of Education, Dublin Find out more and register here: 👉 saolta.com/making-space-for-… We look forward to seeing you there! 💚 #MakingSpaceForCommunity #AdultEducation #CommunityEducation #GlobalCitizenshipEducation #CommunityLearning #Saolta

🌿 MAKING spACE FOR COMMUNITY | AGRICULTURE, FOOD SYSTEMS & GCE 🌱 Our final workshop as part of Making spACE for Community is Agriculture, Food Systems, and GCE. Could agriculture be part of the solution to climate change and biodiversity loss? Join us for this engaging workshop exploring how we can create food systems that nourish our communities, restore ecosystems and support a more sustainable future. Facilitated by Gareth Conlon, educator and co-founder and director of Síolta Chroí, this workshop will explore regenerative agriculture, biodiversity and the role of Global Citizenship Education in building a fairer, more sustainable world. Drawing on the work of Síolta Chroí and its regenerative farm, this workshop will ask: what could a better food system look like, and how can we help make it happen? 🎟️ Register now: MakingspACEforCommunity.even… #MakingSpaceForCommunity #FoodSystems #RegenerativeAgriculture #GlobalCitizenshipEducation #GCE #Biodiversity #Sustainability

MAKING spACE FOR COMMUNITY 🌿| 💧 WATER IS LIFE WORKSHOP We have three fantastic workshops to choose from that will take place as part of Making spACE for Community — and first up is Water is Life. What lies beneath the surface of our rivers and streams, and how can we help protect these vital ecosystems? Water is Life is an interactive and reflective workshop exploring our relationship with water and its importance to our lives, communities and the natural world. Facilitated by Dr Suzanne Linnane and Dr Caroline Gilleran Stephens from the Centre for Freshwater and Environmental Studies @cfes_dkit, this hands-on session will invite participants to discover the hidden world beneath the surface of our waterways, explore the value of freshwater ecosystems, and learn how citizen science can empower individuals and communities to monitor, understand and protect their local rivers and streams. Register now and join Making spACE for Community on November 4th: MakingspACEforCommunity.even… #MakingSpaceForCommunity #WaterIsLife #CitizenScience #Freshwater #Biodiversity #CommunityEngagement #EnvironmentalAwareness #MarinoInstituteOfEducation

Get ready to raise your voices with us at Making spACE for Community! ✨🎶 We’re delighted that this wonderful choir, the Mosaic Choir, will be joining us for Making spACE for Community, bringing their voices, energy and joy to the occasion! Formed in the summer of 2022, the choir began with a beautiful purpose: to help learners develop their English listening, speaking and reading skills through the joy of music — in a fun, welcoming and non-academic way. Since then, the choir has become a permanent feature in LMETB King Street. 🌟 Their message is simple: every voice matters! 🌟 We can’t wait to hear them sing and celebrate the power of music to bring people together. Make sure to join us November 4th: Register here 🎫 makingspaceforcommunity.even… #MakingSpACEForCommunity #Inclusion #community #education #dublinireland #saolta2026 #dublinevents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #eventlifedublin #marinoconference

We are thrilled to introduce our final panellist, Nima Ashour. Nima is a former teacher for @UNRWA in Gaza, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and a critical perspective of the current context for the global community and community education. She has received acclaim for her work with @ucddublin , being selected this year following a competitive selection process to serve the Students as Partners role within @ucddublin Teaching & Learning. Nima also recently completed her MSc in Equality Studies with @ucddublin . After being evacuated from Gaza in 2025 through the Ireland Fellowship Program, Nima has continued to be actively involved in advancing equality, inclusive learning, and meaningful social change in Ireland and globally. We are honoured to welcome her onto our panel on the 4th of November. Get your tickets now so you don’t miss out on her input. Register here 🎟️makingspaceforcommunity.even… #community #education #dublin #Saolta2026 #DublinEvents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #EventLifeDublin #MakingSpACE #MarinoConference

Saolta is thrilled to introduce another of our panellist, Peter Dolo from @DENL60875915. Peter will be attending the conference alongside a cohort of respected community professionals from Liberia through @DENL60875915 as part of the final year of Saolta’s Global SpACEs exchange. The work of Peter and the @DENL60875915 team has brought amazing and powerful community change in Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone while also providing invaluable insight in many European countries such as Ireland. His experience will provide an important perspective into how community development has grown, and continues to grow, globally. Make sure to join us November 4th so you don’t miss out. Register here 🎟️makingspaceforcommunity.even… #community #education #dublin #Saolta2026 #DublinEvents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #EventLifeDublin #MakingSpACE #MarinoConference

Say hello to one of our panellist for #MakingSpACE, Larisa Sinoeriu! Larisa is an expert in the adult and community educator sector who has done amazing and impactful work with @aontas, the National Adult Learning Organisation of Ireland. She has an impressive background with European Projects and worked at a national level to help shape #AdultLearning. She’s worked closely with Saolta in the past and most recently led a workshop on @aontas's and @devperspectives's resource “Community Education Against Disinformation Workbook”. Join us on November 4th at the @MarinoInstitute to hear her valuable insight on community education. Register here 🎟️makingspaceforcommunity.even… #community #education #dublin #Saolta2026 #DublinEvents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #EventLifeDublin #MakingSpACE #MarinoConference

Join us this November for Making SpACE for Community. Tickets close THIS MONTH so don’t miss out on the chance to engage with change makers and learn where community education and development is heading 👩🏼‍🏫 We’re thrilled to have Niall Tierney from @Irish_Aid, Kevin McParland from @DkIT_ie, Larissa Sioneriu from @aontas, and Katlyne Armstrong from @bfcdublin join us on the day alongside others! Get your tickets now: MakingspACEforCommunity.even… #communityeducation #saolta2026 #dublinevents #MakingSpACE #marinoconferencecentre

We are thrilled to welcome Kevin McParland as the moderator of our panel! From his work in Sri Lanka at the Shining Life's Child Trust to his current role as a lecturer in Global Youth Work and Community Development for @DkIT_ie, Kevin has an extensive and impactful history working with #communitydevelopment that will create an enriching panel you don't want to miss. Get your tickets now so you don't miss out on learning from him and our other panellists this 4th of November. Register here 🎟️: MakingspACEforCommunity.even… #community #education #dublin #Saolta2026 #DublinEvents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #EventLifeDublin #MakingSpACE #MarinoConference

Today we wished Martin all the very best as he moves on to his new role, with a lovely team lunch to celebrate! 🎉 While we’ll no longer be working together, it’s definitely not goodbye — we know we’ll still be keeping in touch and seeing Martin from time to time 😊 Wishing you every success in your new role, Martin! You’ll be missed!

If you're in @DIFEedu today, make sure to stop by and say hello to Maggie and Sandra who are there today for Freshers Day. ☺️

👥 MAKING spACE FOR COMMUNITY 👥 Connecting Roots. Growing Futures. 📅 Wednesday, 4 November 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM 📍 Marino Institute of Education, Dublin Speaker: ✨ Katlyne Armstrong – Education Lead at The Bohemian Cooperatives, a new not-for-profit working to build a Community Wealth Building ecosystem in Dublin and develop the first cooperative pathways within it. With a background in anthropology, community development, and social and environmental justice, Katlyne leads the Education and Community Participation Hub, creating opportunities for people to connect, learn, participate and shape their communities. 💜 Join us for a day of inspiring speakers, practical workshops, shared learning and meaningful connections. 👉 Register now: MakingspACEforCommunity.even… #community #education #earlybird #dublin #Saolta2026 #DublinEvents #IrelandEvents #LouthEvents #EventLifeDublin #MakingSpACE #MarinoConference

@SaoltaEd in partnership with @IrHeritageTrust completed the 3rd edition of #TrainingofTrainers workshops focusing on #Globalcitizenshipeducation and how it interconnects with Heritage. It was a pleasure working with the participants from across the different loocations. @Irish_Aid @MaynoothUni @AontasIreland @Concern @CorkETB @devperspectives @irishrurallink

Take the Lead is a free, 6-week personal development and community action programme happening right here in Drogheda! This relaxed, interactive course is for anyone completely new to this kind of programme. We especially welcome applications from individuals with a migrant background and those currently seeking employment. ✅ No experience needed, no exams, and no pressure! ☕ Tea, coffee, and chats provided. 🚌 Need help getting here? Travel support is available! When: Mondays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Starting late September) Where: Development Perspectives, The Mall, North Quay, Drogheda Nervous about coming alone? You are more than welcome to bring a friend! Spaces are strictly limited to 15 people. Click the link below to register your interest in under 2 minutes: 👉 forms.gle/5YNBV3KRyqymU3qp9 #Drogheda #CommunityAction #TakeTheLead #Louth #PersonalDevelopment #DevelopmentPerspectives

COMMUNITY LAND TRUST The Barbican Centre, Drogheda | 2pm | September 18th Individuals and Communities across Ireland face many issues related to land and its availability (housing, gardens, amenities, playgrounds, etc). Join us to examine and explore an innovative model (community land trust) of cooperation and practice. Register: eventbrite.ie/e/workshop-com… This workshop is part of the Festival of IDEAS and SDG Week 2026

📷Upcoming: Global Citizenship Education (GCE) for Leitrim and Kerry PPN members and community groups in Newry Mourne & Down How can global issues shape our local communities? And what can we do about them? Join Saolta for a FREE 2-hour Global Citizenship Education (GCE) workshop for PPN members and community groups. - Explore global justice, sustainability & human rights - Connect global challenges to local action - Share ideas, think critically & find solutions - Discover simple ways to make a difference Chairdineil O Fiaich Heritage Centre, Cullyhanna, Northern Ireland |Thursday, September 3 | 7 PM - 9 PM Register here: eventbrite.ie/e/global-citiz… Tralee Bay Wetlands Ecology & Activity Park, Tralee, Kerry | Tuesday, October 13 | 6:30 PM - 9 PM Register here: eventbrite.ie/e/global-citiz… More info: [email protected]

🌎 We’re hiring! Development Perspectives is looking for a Saolta Programme Manager to lead this exciting programme supporting Global Citizenship Education across Ireland’s Adult and Community education sector. Find out more: saolta.com/2026/08/11/job-op… If you’re passionate about education, social justice, sustainability and making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. 📩 Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] Subject: Saolta Programme Manager application 🗓️ Closing date: 4 September 2026 at 5pm Please share with anyone who might be a great fit!