Supporting Learner Voice at the AONTAS STAR Awards 2026
Supporting Learner Voice at the AONTAS STAR Awards 2026 Written by Thomas Ogbemudia Published on March 3, 2026 Share This The Learner Voice category, proudly sponsored by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), recognises initiatives that place learners at the centre of decision-making, design and change. These projects show what is possible when lived experience shapes […]
New Apprenticeships Report Reflects AONTAS Recommendations on Access and Support
New Apprenticeships Report Reflects AONTAS Recommendations on Access and Support Written by Megan Fearon Published on February 27, 2026 Share This Launch of Joint Committee on Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Report on Apprenticeships On Wednesday 25 February, Dearbháil Lawless, CEO of AONTAS, and Rebecca Jackson, Policy and Advocacy Officer, attended the […]
What happens when those with an interest in adult learning come together to build shared understanding? An Example from Northern Ireland
What happens when those with an interest in adult learning come together to build shared understanding? An Example from Northern Ireland Written by Larisa Sioneriu Published on February 23, 2026 Share This Written by Larisa Sioneriu and Dr Eve Cobain Earlier this year, our EU Projects Coordinator, Larisa Sioneriu, and Senior Research Officer, Eve Cobain, […]
Celebrating Community, Hope, and Achievement with Acorn Youth Work Ireland Midlands, Education and Training Service
Celebrating Community, Hope, and Achievement with Acorn Youth Work Ireland Midlands, Education and Training Service Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on February 12, 2026 Share This AONTAS was honoured to be part of a truly inspiring celebration hosted by Acorn, Youth Work Ireland Midlands, Education and Training Service, as they marked the achievements of their learners and staff […]
AONTAS Statement on Voluntary and Community Sector Cuts in Northern Ireland
AONTAS Statement on Voluntary and Community Sector Cuts in Northern Ireland Written by Conor Thompson Published on February 3, 2026 Share This AONTAS Statement on Voluntary and Community Sector Cuts in Northern Ireland AONTAS stands in solidarity with our members and partners in the Community and Voluntary Sector in Northern Ireland following the UK Government’s […]
Call for Abstracts | Fourth International Conference of the Scuola Democratica
AONTAS invites paper submissions for a panel on Learner Voice and democratic learning at the Scuola Democratica Conference, Rome, 1–4 Sept 2026.
Spring Into Learning with the 2026 AONTAS Adult Learners’ Festival
Spring Into Learning with the 2026 AONTAS Adult Learners’ Festival Written by Megan Fearon Published on January 20, 2026 Share This Spring Into Learning with the 2026 AONTAS Adult Learners’ Festival We’re delighted to announce that the 2026 Adult Learners’ Festival celebrates adult and community education through the theme Spring Into Learning. Spring Into Learning celebrates new beginnings, fresh ideas and the joy of […]
AONTAS Announces 2026 STAR Awards Shortlist!
AONTAS announces the shortlist of adult learning projects and organisations for the 2025 STAR Awards, taking place this March in Croke Park in Dublin
AONTAS Featured in International Adult Education Journal
AONTAS Featured in International Adult Education Journal Written by Megan Fearon Published on December 22, 2025 Share This AONTAS are pleased to share that Convergence – the international adult education journal is now available online. The latest issue includes a report on the AONTAS Summit, capturing key themes and discussions from the event. AONTAS is […]
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 […]