New European Agenda for Adult Learning
AONTAS are the National Coordinator for the New European Agenda for Adult Learning (NEAAL) in Ireland.
The NEAAL Project
We were nominated to this role in 2014 by the Irish Department of Education and Skills.
The NEAAL project seeks to promote and support adult learning across Europe.
As coordinator, we facilitate cooperation with the other EU Member States and the European Commission.
Latest Activities
AONTAS are involved in a number of European projects, supporting our members with their work in adult and community education, and promoting access to and participation in lifelong learning in Ireland and across Europe.
Learners As Leaders Programme
A learner-centred programme that brings adult learners together from across Ireland, empowering them to share their story, build their confidence, and become advocates for the sector and their communities.
A Greener Tomorrow through Community Education
Working towards a future where everyone is well equipped to participate in and adapt to a world shaped by climate change.
About the NEAAL Project
The New European Agenda for Adult Learning determines the approach and focus to how adult learning is being supported and promoted across Europe, to 2030. European countries work together to put the agenda in place in their own countries. AONTAS is responsible for this in Ireland.
Community Education in the EU (KA1)
A European project focusing on the mobility of adult and community education staff and learners, giving members of the Community Education Network (CEN) the opportunity to travel to a similar organisations across Europe.
Project Advisory Group (PAG)
A group bringing together leading education experts and representatives from the Government, education institutions, social partners, and civil society organisations, which advises on the implementation of the NEAAL project.
AONTAS On the Road
We’re travelling to visit our Community Education Network (CEN) members around the country to deliver specialised training in local learning centres, such as libraries and other innovative learning environments.
Learner Voice Development for Educators
AONTAS offer Learner Voice Training to staff in Education and Training Boards across the country.