Learners as Leaders: Stories from the Community Changemakers Programme
Learners as Leaders: Stories from the Community Changemakers Programme Written by Larisa Sioneriu Published on December 19, 2025 Share This The Community Changemakers Programme was created for those who are motivated to make a positive difference in their communities. Held at Maynooth University, this programme aimed to inspire and empower learners to lead meaningful change in their local areas. Eleven adult learners […]
Lus Na Gréine: Where Community, Learning, and Hope Flourish
Lus Na Gréine: Where Community, Learning, and Hope Flourish Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on December 18, 2025 Share This Nestled in the heart of Granard, North Longford, Lus na Gréine Family Resource Centre is a vibrant hub of learning, support, and personal growth for individuals and families across the region. It offers a cradle-to-grave […]
Lus Na Gréine: Where Community, Learning, and Hope Flourish
Lus Na Gréine: Where Community, Learning, and Hope Flourish Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on December 18, 2025 Share This Nestled in the heart of Granard, North Longford, Lus na Gréine Family Resource Centre is a vibrant hub of learning, support, and personal growth for individuals and families across the region. It offers a cradle-to-grave […]
Learning Across Borders: Slovakia’s Adult Education Delegation Visits Ireland
Learning Across Borders: Slovakia’s Adult Education Delegation Visits Ireland Written by Lucia Bielikova Published on December 18, 2025 Share This Thank you to Lucia Bielikova, National Coordinator for Adult Learning at the Slovakian State Institute of Vocational Education, for writing this blog. The National Coordinator for Adult Education in Slovakia organised a study trip to […]
Strengthening Adult Learning Across Europe: Reflections from the NEAAL 2024–2025 Final Meeting
Strengthening Adult Learning Across Europe: Reflections from the NEAAL 2024–2025 Final Meeting Written by Megan Fearon Published on December 15, 2025 Share This On November 14th, our Head of Advocacy and Policy, Conor Thompson, and EU Projects Coordinator, Larisa Sioneriu, attended the final meeting of the National Coordinators for the New European Agenda for Adult Learning […]
Learner Voice Training Making a Real Difference in Further Education and Training
Learner Voice Training Making a Real Difference in Further Education and Training Written by Ruby Cooney Published on December 3, 2025 Share This At AONTAS, we have been collaborating with Education and Training Boards (ETBs) to establish sustainable Learner Voice structures through staff training. This training is developed and delivered by Learner Voice Project Officer, […]
Connecting Communities: AONTAS at Northside Community Forum’s Speed-Networking Event
AONTAS at Northside Community Forum’s Speed-Networking Event Written by Megan Fearon Published on November 27, 2025 Share This Reflections from Lorraine O’Connor, Community Education Officer at AONTAS. Recently, I had the pleasure of attending the Northside Community Forum’s Speed-Networking Event at Le Chéile Donnycarney Community and Youth Centre. The event was a fantastic opportunity to […]
AONTAS calls for inclusive, well-supported apprenticeships at Oireachtas Committee
AONTAS calls for inclusive, well-supported apprenticeships at Oireachtas Committee Written by Megan Fearon Published on November 13, 2025 Share This AONTAS calls for inclusive, well-supported apprenticeships at Oireachtas Committee Today, our Chief Executive Officer Dearbháil Lawless and Conor Thompson, Head of Advocacy and Policy at AONTAS, appeared before the Joint Committee on Further and Higher […]
How the Community Education Against Disinformation Workbook is Empowering Communities
How the Community Education Against Disinformation Workbook is Empowering Communities Written by Aisling Meyler Published on October 30, 2025 Share This Community education creates healthier, safer and more inclusive communities. The Community Education Against Disinformation (CEAD) workbook has been developed by AONTAS in response to a strong demand among the adult and community education sector […]
What Did Budget 2026 Deliver for Adult and Community Education?
What Did Budget 2026 Deliver for Adult and Community Education? Written by Aontas Published on October 17, 2025 Share This Budget 2026 will have an impact on adult and community education, and the learners it supports. The Budget announcement on 7th October included several positive changes for adult learners. However, overall, this Budget could have […]