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Celebrating Change-Makers: STAR Awards Social Change Finalists 2026
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Supporting Social Change at the AONTAS STAR Awards 2026 Written by Thomas Ogbemudia Published on March 5, 2026 Share This This year, the STAR Awards introduces the Social Change category, proudly sponsored by Maynooth University, highlighting initiatives that inspire community transformation and foster social inclusion...
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