Nominations Now Open for the AONTAS STAR Awards 2027
Nominations Now Open for the AONTAS STAR Awards 2027 Written by Rachel Ryan Published on September 16, 2026 Share This The nomination round for the AONTAS STAR Awards 2027 is now open! You can nominate your own group or a group you know that is making a real impact in their community. Whether you’re a […]
The People Behind the STAR Awards: Social Inclusion
The People Behind the STAR Awards: Social Inclusion Written by Brian Desmond Published on September 16, 2026 Share This (Part 1 of a 6-part series) I always remember my first STAR Awards. On the morning of the event, the snow was crunching under my feet as I walked to Croke Park, and I worried if everyone would make it. As I walked into […]
Connecting with Community: A Visit to St. Andrew’s Resource Centre
Connecting with Community: A Visit to St. Andrew’s Resource Centre Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on August 17, 2026 Share This We were delighted to recently welcome St. Andrew’s Resource Centre , Pearse St, Dublin 2 as one of the newest members of the Community Education Network (CEN). As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting and connecting community education […]
A Mid-Year Review of Policy & Advocacy: What Has Been Happening, and How is AONTAS Responding
A Mid-Year Review of Policy & Advocacy: What Has Been Happening, and How is AONTAS Responding Written by Rebecca Jackson Published on August 13, 2026 Share This 2026 has been a busy year for adult and community education in advocacy and policy so far. Across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the EU, the decisions being made will shape what the sector looks […]
AONTAS calls for Budget 2027 to invest in adult learners who need the most support
AONTAS calls for Budget 2027 to invest in adult learners who need the most support Written by Megan Fearon Published on July 9, 2026 Share This AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation, today launched its Pre-Budget Submission 2027, Investment Where It Matters Most, calling on Government to make adult learning a priority in Budget 2027. The submission […]
Empowering Learners, Strengthening Communities: HACE’s Impact in Action
Empowering Learners, Strengthening Communities: HACE’s Impact in Action Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on July 2, 2026 Share This Our Community Education Officer. Lorraine was delighted to attend the Henrietta Adult and Community Education (HACE) End-of-Year Graduation Ceremony, held in the prestigious setting of King’s Inns. HACE continues to provide a wide range of accredited […]
Community Education in Action: Visiting Age & Opportunity’s Engage Programme
Community Education in Action: Visiting Age & Opportunity’s Engage Programme Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on July 1, 2026 Share This Age & Opportunity is a national Irish non-profit organisation, whose vision is an Ireland where older age is recognised as a time of opportunity, and where all older people can be active, visible, creative, connected, […]
Learner Voice in Action: Reflections on the National FET Learner Forum 2025–2026
Learner Voice in Action: Reflections on the National FET Learner Forum 2025–2026 Written by Karyn Farrell Published on June 23, 2026 Share This “I appreciate the genuine concern about the wellbeing and happiness of students” The National Further Education and Training (FET) Learner Forum is a Learner Voice project designed to bring together adult learners […]
Learners as Leaders 2026: Call for Applications
Learners as Leaders 2026: Call for Applications Written by Ruby Cooney Published on June 15, 2026 Share This Supports adult learners in growing as leaders, strengthening their communities, and shaping the future of adult education. This project is funded through the New European Agenda for Adult Learning (NEAAL) AONTAS is pleased to invite applications for Learners as Leaders […]
Connecting Artists, Building Communities: Celebrating Collective Impact at Connections Art Centre
Connecting Artists, Building Communities: Celebrating Collective Impact at Connections Art Centre Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on June 10, 2026 Share This Lorraine, our Community Education Officer, attended the launch of our CEN member Connections Art Centre (CAC) Connecting Artists and Collective Impact Report 2022–2026 yesterday. About Connections Art Centre Connections Art Centre champions Arts, […]