Learner Stories
Life-Changing Stories
From Prison to University: How Education Changed My Life
When I got out of jail, a couple of years ago, I knew I had enough – I needed change....
Community Education: Restoring Confidence, Self-Esteem and Purpose
My journey into adult learning began in September 2022, shortly after giving birth to my youngest daughter. At the time,...
Rising Through Learning: A Journey of Resilience
I’m from Sierra Leone and I came to Ireland three years ago. Growing up, I couldn’t always go to school...
Community Education: Where hope and dreams can become reality
My name is Finbarr, and I would like to share my journey through Adult Community Education. Looking back, education should...
“There’s always a way. You just need to make your imagination bigger”
People who go back to education or take different paths in their learning often talk to us about their experiences....
“I wanted to put myself out there to improve my confidence and independence”
People who go back to education or take different paths in their learning often talk to us about their experiences....
“Even if you have a disability yourself, nothing should stop you from learning new things in life”
People who go back to education or take different paths in their learning often talk to us about their experiences....
“It was my daughter-in-law who encouraged me to take part in this course and I’m so happy that she did”
People who go back to education or take different paths in their learning often talk to us about their experiences....
“I liked being in Youthreach more than being in school, because school was not for me. It improved my confidence a lot and it gave me a lot of motivation”
People who go back to education or take different paths in their learning often talk to us about their experiences....