Planning & Governance

During the 1990s, Iceland had some of the highest figures for substance use among young people in Europe. The alarming statistics sparked the development of the groundbreaking Icelandic Model for Primary Prevention of Substance Use, which has since been implemented in 30 other countries, including Ireland.

An updated second version of 'A Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making' was launched this week.

Community groups should prepare for coming opportunities...and also hope that AI doesn't wipe out humanity

October 4th will see the return of a match-making event with a difference in Dublin city centre. People will not head to the Custom House Quay building on George’s Dock seeking romance, but to become part of something bigger - by joining a not-for-profit group or charitable organisation.

Minister Rabbitte agrees: €3m to go on independent living solutions

“Many of our communities and disadvantaged groups are still reeling from the impact of disproportionate cuts over the past decade.” - Jim Finn

At the tail end of last week (10-11 October), representatives from across Ireland convened in Carlow for the National Public Participation Network Conference. In celebration, we’re highlighting a story from our latest issue, which shows the great work being done by the Wicklow Public Participation Network.

As the release of the final National Social Enterprise Policy for Ireland looms, we take a look at some recent social enterprise activity in the South East.