‘Green Skills 2030’: First National Further Education and Training Strategy for the Green Transition launched in Dublin
Our Adult Education Initiatives Officer Larisa Sioneriu writes about a new strategy for FET to move towards a future where all members of our society are well equipped to participate in and adapt to a world shaped by climate change.
Community Education and Shared Learning with our German Colleagues
The German group was eager to learn more about Ireland’s adult education system and our role in it. So, we invited the group to visit us in Dublin this October, and twenty-three adult educators came from all across Germany. Lorraine worked with colleagues in Henrietta Adult and Community Services (HACE) here in Dublin, who […]
AONTAS attend National Traveller Education Achievement Awards Ceremony
In her opening speech, newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, Kerry Cuskelly, highlighted that those receiving awards “act as role models for others, particularly other Travellers, in accessing education.” Kerry reminded us that success requires persistence and finding mentors to support the journey. This year’s ceremony was co-hosted by Senator Eileen Flynn, a past recipient of […]
AONTAS join Loreto Crumlin Centre For 25th Anniversary Celebrations
The Loreto Centre offers a range of adult education programmes; including Wellbeing, Tai Chi, Mindfulness, Meditation, Sustainable Gardening, and a Certificate in Women, Gender, and Social Justice. The centre also provides Counselling and Psychotherapy services to the local community. The impact of their work was clear to see from the testimonials shared by attendees about […]
“It’s a celebration of the impact of adult learning” – STAR Awards nominations open for 2025
“It’s a celebration of the impact of adult learning” – STAR Awards nominations open for 2025
What Did Budget 2025 Deliver for Adult and Community Education?
We took an in-depth look at Budget 2025 and examined what it delivered for adult and community education – and what it failed to deliver.
AONTAS Attends SDG Champions 2023-24 Showcase in Dublin
AONTAS Attends SDG Champions 2023-24 Showcase in Dublin
“Transforming Adult and Community Education”: AONTAS Manifesto launch in Leinster House
On Wednesday 2 October, the day after the announcement of Budget 2025, we brought adult learners and education providers to the heart of Government to launch our manifesto in Leinster House.
“Investment in adult and community education is an investment in the health and future of Ireland” – AONTAS launching political manifesto in Leinster House this week
AONTAS are launching our political manifesto “Transforming Adult and Community Education” in Leinster House.
Nominations Now Open for the AONTAS STAR Awards 2025!
We’re delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 AONTAS STAR Awards, celebrating adult and community education initiatives making an impact of people’s lives across the island of Ireland.