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Keep you up to date with the latest news, insights, and developments from across the adult and community education sector — in Ireland and across Europe. Here you’ll find the latest news from the sector, policy updates, upcoming events and inspiring learner stories, along with in-depth blogs exploring key issues within in lifelong learning. Stay connected with what’s shaping the future of adult and community education at home and abroad.
News
The very latest news from the adult and community education sector
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Learners as Leaders 2026: Call for Applications
15 June 2026
Learners as Leaders 2026: Call for Applications Written by Ruby Cooney Published on June 15, 2026 Share This Supports adult...
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A New Strategy for Further Education and Training: What ‘Creating Futures’ Means for Adult Learners & Community Education
25 May 2026
A New Strategy for Further Education and Training: What ‘Creating Futures. Means for Adult Learners & Community Education Written by...
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AONTAS Annual General Meeting 2026 – Board Nominations Now Open
17 April 2026
AONTAS Annual General Meeting 2026 – Board Nominations Now Open Written by Thomas Ogbemudia Published on April 17, 2026 Share...
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AONTAS Seeks Community Education Network (CEN) Members for Proposed Training Links Network
26 March 2026
AONTAS Seeks Community Education Network (CEN) Members for Proposed Training Links Network Written by Ruby Cooney Published on March 26,...
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AONTAS Raises Concerns on Funding Cuts in Northern Ireland
12 March 2026
AONTAS Raises Concerns on Funding Cuts in Northern Ireland Written by Thomas Ogbemudia Published on March 12, 2026 Share This...
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AONTAS Welcomes Minister of State Marian Harkin to Cranmore Community Co-operative in Sligo
5 March 2026
AONTAS Welcomes Minister of State Marian Harkin to Cranmore Community Co-operative in Sligo Written by Conor Thompson Published on March...
Blog
In-depth reflections, stories, and expert insights from AONTAS staff, learners, educators, and stakeholders in adult and community education.
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Connecting Artists, Building Communities: Celebrating Collective Impact at Connections Art Centre
10 June 2026
Connecting Artists, Building Communities: Celebrating Collective Impact at Connections Art Centre Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on June 10, 2026...
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Community Education Must Be Part of Northern Ireland’s Widening Participation Strategy
4 June 2026
Community Education Must Be Part of Northern Ireland’s Widening Participation Strategy Written by Eve Cobain Published on June 4, 2026...
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When Learners Lead: Reflecting on the ENHANCE Journey
28 May 2026
When Learners Lead: Reflecting on the ENHANCE Journey Written by Larisa Sioneriu Published on May 28, 2026 Share This As...
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Celebrating Connection at the Cork Community Education Gathering
21 May 2026
Celebrating Connection at the Cork Community Education Gathering Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on May 21, 2026 Share This Recently,...
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Empowering Communities Through Learning, Inclusion, and Hope
19 May 2026
Empowering Communities Through Learning, Inclusion, and Hope Written by Lorraine O’Connor Published on May 19, 2026 Share This Recently, our...
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Meet the Candidates for Organisational Member (General) Positions on the AONTAS Board
12 May 2026
Meet the Candidates for Organisational Member (General) Positions on the AONTAS Board Written by Megan Fearon Published on May 12,...
Events
Details on our upcoming workshops, conferences and celebrations of adult and community education across the island of Ireland
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ENHANCE Project Event – Amplifying Adult Learner Voice
13-05-2026 @
10:30-14:00
We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming ENHANCE Project Event, bringing together adult learners, educators, policymakers, and civil society organisations to explore how...
Webinar
Exploring North – South Community Education Collaboration – Online Meeting
20-05-2026 @
2pm
AONTAS invites community education organisations, practitioners, advocates and partners to an informal, exploratory online gathering focused on building meaningful North–South...
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Adult Learners’ Festival 2026: Webinar
20-01-2026 @
2pm
Register for the workshop here! The Adult Learners’ Festival is an annual celebration of learning that takes place across the...
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The Adult Learner 2026: Writers’ Workshop
05-12-2025 @
10.00am
This workshop, hosted by members of the Editorial Board, is for anyone interested in submitting an article for the 2026...
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Community Education for Social Transformation – Research Findings Webinar
14-10-2025 @
2.00pm
Join the AONTAS team to hear about the findings from our recent research paper: This event will highlight the transformative...
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AONTAS Adult Education Summit 2025
19-11-2025 @
Wednesday, Day 1: 10.30am Registration. Thursday, Day 2: 9.30am Registration
Publications
Find research reports, policy submissions, strategic plans, and other key documents that support and inform the adult and community education sector.
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In the Media
Discover our latest national and local media coverage, featuring news articles, interviews, and stories highlighting our work in adult learning and education advocacy.
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