Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025

The Cathaoirleach’s Awards are an annual initiative to acknowledge and celebrate voluntary activity by individuals and groups in County Galway,…

May 2025 – PPN Monthly Newsletter

Please find below PPN Monthly Newsletter – May  2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN).   CLICK HERE TO READ…

Community Safety Fund – Launch and Webinar

The Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan TD has today opened the nationwide funding call for the Community Safety Fund 2025…

PPN Funding Training Series

We are delighted to share our latest PPN Funding Training Series with Carmichael training Centre. This series of 3 online…

April-2025-PPN -Monthly Newsletter

Please find below PPN Monthly Newsletter – April  2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN).   CLICK HERE TO READ…

Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025

Nominations open for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025 Applications are now open for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2025 which are an annual…

New Traffic Light System For Charities – Charities Regulator for Annual Reporting

New traffic light system being introduced by the Charities Regulator for annual reporting From 2 April, the Charities Regulator will…

PPN Stakeholders Training

The online only self-paced training videos programme for PPN stakeholders has been developed with SJI. Registrations for the online only…

 SOCIAL INCLUSION FORUM 2025

CWI/EAPN Ireland Preparatory Workshops The Social Inclusion Forum (SIF) is part of the Government’s structures to monitor and evaluate the…

Our Rural Future: Minister Calleary launches Public Consultation Survey for New Rural Development Policy

The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary, has today launched an online survey giving the public an…

Minister Calleary announces over €26 million for improvement and refurbishment works on 369 community centres nationwide

11 March 2025 369 community centres to receive funding of up to €100,000 works include building renovations, enhanced amenities, accessibility…

PPN Secretariat Vacancies

Galway County PPN is excited to invite nominations from it's member groups for a number of Secretariat Vacancies.   The…

PPN Monthly Newsletter – 1st March 2025

Please find below PPN Monthly Newsletter – 1st March 2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN). CLICK HERE TO READ…

Public Participation Networks National Annual Report 2023

The Department of Rural and Community Development has published the Public Participation Networks National Annual Report 2023. Please find below…

Irish Red Cross – Humanitarian Awards

The Irish Red Cross has launched a call for nominations for the seventh annual Irish Red Cross  Humanitarian Awards. The…

PPN Members Newsletter – 1st February 2025

Please find below PPN Monthly Newsletter – 1st February 2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN).   CLICK HERE TO…

Storm Éowyn – Community Response for Galway County

31/01/2025 Storm Éowyn - Community Response for Galway County COMMUNITY RESPONSE HELPDESK - GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL Galway County Council 091…

Community Support Schemes – Deadline further extended

Due to power outages caused by Storm Eowyn the deadline for the Community Support Schemes has been extended to Monday…

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 15th January 2025

Dear PPN Members, Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 15th January 2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN).  …

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 1st January 2025

Dear PPN Members, Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 1st January 2025 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN).  …

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter 15th December 2024

Dear PPN Members, Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 15th December 2024 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN). CLICK HERE TO…

1st December 2024 – PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter – 1st December 2024 – for Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN). CLICK…

Plenary Report – Galway County PPN Plenary – 19th November 2024

Galway County PPN Plenary. Tuesday 19th November 2024, 6:00 pm – 21:30 pm, Connemara Coast Hotel, Galway County. Total Attendees:…

PPN Winter Plenary & Event Registration – Tue 19th Nov 2024 at 6pm

Dear PPN Members, Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN) Secretariat Committee and Staff are delighted to invite you to attend…

1st-November-2024-PPN-Bi-Monthly-Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter - 1th November 2024 - for Galway County Public Participation Network…

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter 15th October 2024

  Dear PPN Members,   Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter - 15th October 2024 - for Galway County Public…

Galway County Council Public consultation now underway for Corporate Plan 2025-2029

CUIDIGH LE COMHAIRLE CHONTAE NA GAILLIMHE ÁR bPLEAN CORPARÁIDEACH 2025 -2029 A CHUR LE CHÉILE IS DO GACH DUINE AN…

PPN to nominate individuals to 11 SPC (Strategic Policy Committee) representative roles

Dear PPN Members, Galway County Council has invited Galway County PPN to nominate individuals to 11 SPC (Strategic Policy Committee)…

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter 1st October 2024

Dear PPN Members,   Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter - 1st October 2024 - for Galway County Public Participation…

PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter 18th September 2024

Dear PPN Members,   Please find below PPN Bi-Monthly Newsletter - 18th September 2024 - for Galway County Public Participation…

Climate Actions Work Engagement Fund

Monday, September 9, 2024   Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan today launched a new, first of…

PPN September 2024 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members,   Please see below our PPN August Newsletter 2024 Read newsletter online HERE   PDF for printing:…

22 August 2024 PPN Weekly Digest

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 22nd August 2024. READ WEEKLY DIGEST HERE  …

16 August 2024 PPN Weekly Digest

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 16 August 2024. READ WEEKLY DIGEST HERE  …

PPN ELECTIONS: for PPN Reps on Galway Rural Development & Claregalway Per Cent for Art

Dear Members of Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN), DEADLINE FOR VOTING EXTENDED TO WEDNESDAY 28TH AUGUST 2024. We have…

8th August 2024 PPN Weekly Digest

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 8th August 2024. READ HERE PDF document for…

Galway County Council Draft Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) Scheme 2024 -2029

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:46:00 BST   Notice is hereby given that Galway County Council has considered a draft SPC…

PPN August 2024 Newsletter

Please see below our PPN August Newsletter 2024 Read newsletter online HERE PDF for printing: ppn-august-2024-newsletter (note: newsletter is formatted…

25th July 2024 PPN Weekly Digest

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 25th July 2024. READ HERE   PDF document…

Appointment of Special Rapporteur for National Action Plan Against Racism

  From Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth Published on 2 July 2024   The establishment of the Advisory Group…

PPN Weekly Digest Thursday 18 July 2024

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 18th July 2024. READ WEEKLY DIGEST HERE   PDF…

PPN Weekly Digest Friday 12th July 2024

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 12th July 2024. READ WEEKLY DIGEST HERE  …

Expression of Interest for Chairperson of a new Local Community Safety Partnerships (LCSP)

Galway County Council invites Expressions of Interest for consideration to the appointment as Chairperson of a new Local Community Safety…

PPN Representative Vacancies July 2024 – GRD Board Members (East Galway) X 2 & Per Cent Public Art Group (Claregalway) X 1

Please see below information on Three Vacant PPN Representative Positions which we are currently open for nominations from within the…

PPN Weekly Digest 5th July 2024

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our Galway County PPN Weekly Digest 5th July 2024. READ WEEKLY DIGEST HERE The…

FUNDING: Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2024

  For the attention of all Groups considering submitting applications under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme – (Measures 1, 2…

Healthy Galway City & County – July 2024 Newsletter

Healthy Galway City & County - July 2024 Newsletter This is a brand new Newsletter from County Galway, if you…

PPN Summer Plenary 27th June 7-8:30pm Online

Dear PPN Members, Please inform all members of you Community Group that the PPN Summer Plenary Event is on Thursday…

Cathaoirleach Awards 2024

Please see below documents: Press Release - Launch of Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2024 Cathaoirleach Awards 2024_info sheet Cathaoirleach Awards 2024_FINAL booklet

PPN May Newsletter 2024

Please see below our PPN May Newsletter 2024 Read newsletter online HERE. PDF for printing: ppn-may-newsletter-2024 (note: newsletter is formatted for…

Galway County PPN Communications Guide

See the Galway County PPN Communications Guide here: Galway County PPN Communications Guide (version 30.04.2024). If you have any further queries…

Directory of Services for Older People in Galway City and County

AGE FRIENDLY PROGRAMME The Community Section of Galway County Council now has full delivery of the English & Irish versions…

PPN April Newsletter 2024

Dear PPN Members, To see our Galway County PPN April Newsletter 2024 please click HERE. PDF for printing is available…

Galway County Energy Master Plan Launch Events

The Galway County Energy Master Plan is now complete. The PPN Sustainable Energy Community is delighted to have been a…

Nominations open for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2024

Nominations open for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2024 Applications are now open for the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2024 which are an annual…

PPN March 2024 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, To see our PPN March 2024 Newsletter please click HERE. PDF for printing is available here: ppn-march-newsletter-2024.  (note…

PPN March Training Series

Dear PPN members, Please see below/attached details for our PPN March Training Series, which may be of interest to you/your…

Call for organisations and groups to be Sustainable Development Goal Champions

Monday, 19 February 2024 Call for organisations and groups to be Sustainable Development Goal Champions The Department of the Environment,…

Increasing the Participation of Women and Diversity in Local Government

A programme set to be delivered by the Galway County and City Women’s Caucus to highlight the need for greater…

PPN February 2024 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, To see our PPN February 2024 Newsletter please click: HERE. PDF for printing is available here: ppn-february-2024-newsletter. (note the newsletter…

National Heritage Week 2024 Theme

National Heritage Week 2024 will take place from 17th-25th August 2024. This year we will celebrate the theme of "Connections,…

National Disability Strategy – National Survey

As part of the new National Disability Strategy consultation process, the National Survey in now live and will remain open…

Ireland’s Public Consultation on the future of the European Union’s Cohesion Policy

The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe, today 22nd of January  launched Ireland’s public consultation on…

Funding webinar

Galway County PPN will be hosting a funding info webinar with Galway County Council covering both the Community Support Scheme…

PPN Stakeholder Training by Social Justice Ireland

PPN Stakeholder Training The online only self-paced training videos programme for PPN stakeholders has been developed with SJI. Registrations for…

Climate Action Plan 2024

From Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications Published on 20 December 2023 The Climate Action Plan 2024 (CAP24) is the third…

Joining the PPN

January Ordinary Meeting of Plenary Council: Monday, 22nd January 2024 at 11a.m.

The January Ordinary Meeting of Plenary Council will be held on Monday, 22nd January 2024 at 11a.m. 

Directory of Services for Older People in Galway City and County

AGE FRIENDLY PROGRAMME The Community Section of Galway County Council now has full delivery of the English & Irish versions…

Applications are open for the Creative Youth on a Shared Island Funding Scheme

The Shared Island-dimension of the Creative Ireland Programme wants to explore creative opportunities for young people to connect. The scheme…

Minister Ryan launches €27 million fund for Community Climate Action

Published on Wednesday 10th January 2024. Minister Ryan launches €27 million fund for Community Climate Action while visiting Cavan Applications open…

PPN January 2024 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, To see our PPN January 2024 Newsletter please click: HERE. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces new €5 million Fund to support over 100 Sports Clubs in rural areas

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 28 December 2023 Last updated on 28 December 2023 New supports are a key…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces €2 million in funding to develop Outdoor Recreation at a County Level

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 28 December 2023 Last updated on 28 December 2023 New supports are a key…

Charities (Amendment) Bill 2023

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 22 December 2023 Last updated on 22 December 2023 This Bill provides for a…

Minister Joe O’Brien announces increased funding for 400 community organisations

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 13 December 2023 Last updated on 13 December 2023 Additional €4.3m funding to support…

New €6 million “Department of Rural and Community Development Local Enhancement Programme 2024”

Media Release (link below to Department website) https://www.gov.ie/en/press-release/106e1-ministers-humphreys-and-obrien-announce-6-million-department-of-rural-community-development-local-enhancement-programme-2024/ Wednesday, 6th December 2023 Ministers Humphreys and Joe O’Brien announce new €6…

Ministers Humphreys and O’Brien announce €6 million Department of Rural & Community Development Local Enhancement Programme 2024

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 6 December 2023 Last updated on 6 December 2023 New €6 million capital fund…

Community Climate Action Fund launch

New €762,000 Fund Supports Community Climate Action in County Galway Galway County Council has announced details of a new funding…

PPN December Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, Please see here our PPN December Newsletter 2023: PPN December 23 Newsletter The PPN Newsletter, as always,…

PPN Winter Plenary

The PPN Winter Plenary was held on 28th November in the Claregalway Hotel. PPN members heard updates from the PPN…

Minister Joe O’Brien Publishes the Dormant Accounts Action Plan 2024

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 23 November 2023 Last updated on 23 November 2023 €47.6 million in funding to…

The Community Climate Action Fund

    Galway County Council's draft Climate Acton Plan has been launched and we want your views. The Climate Action…

Public Information Day – Park Development Ballinasloe – Tue 14th Nov, 2:00-6:30pm, Ballinasloe Library

Public Information Day - Tuesday 14th November, 2:00pm-6:30pm, at Ballinasloe Library. (flyer attached) Information below on the Public Information portal…

Galway County Council’s Draft Climate Action Plan 2024-2029

Date: 10th November 2023 Climate Change has been identified as the most pressing long-term global challenge of our time. National…

Winter Plenary

Dear PPN Members,   You are invited to attend the PPN Winter PLENARY Meeting on Tuesday, 28th November @ 6:30pm…

Disability Awareness Training – Inclusive Community Groups

As part of Social Inclusion Week 2023, we have arranged Disability Awareness Training - Inclusive Community Groups - delivered by…

Register to Vote Information

The electoral registration process has changed. Even if you are already registered, you now need to add your PPSN, date…

PPN November Newsletter 2023

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our PPN November Newsletter 2023. PLEASE READ NEWSLETTER HERE PDF for printing: PPN Newsletter…

A Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 1 February 2023 Last updated on 25 October 2023 ‘A Guide for Inclusive Community…

PPN October Newsletter 2023

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our October Newsletter. Read here: https://o7uqmjt35v.preview-postedstuff.com/V2-oUbx-lJFE-IE9R-65bA/ The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with…

PPN holds SDG Training for Tidy Towns groups

To celebrate and highlight European Sustainable Development Week (ESDW) 20 September – 26 September 2023 the PPN ran two Sustainable…

Call for the creation of a Corrib Forum

The Who’s Who in the Corrib event last Saturday, 2nd September in Claregalway, heard calls on the need for a…

Enhancing Social Inclusion in 2023 – Pobal 30 Galway Event

Pobal’s second regional event, celebrating our 30th Anniversary, took place in Galway on 6 September 2023.  The event was held in…

PPN September 2023 Newsletter

PPN September 2023 Newsletter Dear PPN Members, Please see below our September 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is…

Who’s Who in the Corrib – Working together for Better Water Quality

Who’s Who in the Corrib – Working together for Better Water Quality   On Saturday, September 2nd at 11am, an…

Minister Joe O’Brien officially announces bursaries for professional Community Work education

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 28 July 2023 Last updated on 28 July 2023 • Community workers supported to get…

PPN July / August 2023 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members,   Please see below our July / August 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed…

New initiatives to drive climate action in the cultural sector

14 June 2023 Minister Martin announces new funding and plan to support cultural organisations to reduce carbon emissions Catherine Martin,…

PPN June/July 2023 Newsletter

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our June/ July 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info…

Our Living Islands: Minister Humphreys launches National Islands Policy and Action Plan

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 7 June 2023 ambitious new 10-year policy along with 80-point action plan to…

Kilcornan Walking Trails, Officially Opens to visitors

The Kilcornan Trails, located in Clarinbridge, were officially opened this week, following development work over the past two years. The…

NATIONAL AGE FRIENDLY AWARDS 2023

Each year a local authority hosts the Age Friendly Awards and Wexford County Council are hosting the National Awards event…

GALWAY’S COMMUNITY GROUPS HONOURED AT CATHAOIRLEACH’S AWARDS 2023

Community groups from across County Galway gathered last night at the Meadowcourt Hotel in Loughrea for the Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards…

Galway County Council Announces Appointment of First-Ever Biodiversity Officer for the County

Galway County Council Announces Appointment of First-Ever Biodiversity Officer for the County and welcomes the allocation of funding of €105,000…

PPN Workers Retreat

On the 27th and 28th of April Resource and Support workers from PPNs across Ireland attended the wonderful Hodson Bay…

The Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2023 / Gradaim Phobail an Chathaoirligh 2023

The Cathaoirleach's Awards 2023 Cllr. Michael ‘Moegie’ Maher, Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, is delighted to launch the Cathaoirleach’s…

CLÁR 2023: €7.85 million funding for community and sports facilities

Specific measures also target cancer care transport, community first responders and off-shore islands Almost €8 million in fresh funding has…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces almost €8 million in funding for community and sports facilities

From Department of Rural and Community Development Published on 29 March 2023 2023 CLÁR Programme to deliver hundreds of projects nationwide grants…

Minister Heather Humphreys launches 2023 SuperValu TidyTowns Competition celebrating 65 years of transforming communities

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, in association with the Managing Director of SuperValu, Ian Allen, have…

March Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our March 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Connected Project Webinar Thursday, 23rd March @ 7pm

The Connected project, supported by Pobal, and bringing together the collective expertise of communities in Ireland engaging in sustainability launched…

Minister Joe O’Brien announces fresh funding call for groups that support disadvantaged

Call for applications under Community Services Programme (CSP) Programme benefits groups providing services and creating employment for disadvantaged Workshops to…

PPN February Newsletter Out Now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our February 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Annual Report 2022

Galway County PPN are proud to share our Annual Report for 2022. 2022 was another busy year for the PPN,…

Minister Joe O’Brien urges community groups to join Public Participation Networks as national awareness campaign launched

New public awareness campaign for Public Participation Networks (PPNs) launched Call for community groups to join PPNs and have greater…

An Taisce National Spring Clean 2023

The National Spring Clean campaign which is organised by An Taisce is now open for registration at https://nationalspringclean.org/. Galway County…

Minister Joe O’Brien launches new Guide for Inclusive Community Engagement in Local Planning and Decision Making

  New resource guide will support consultation and engagement at local level Focus on ensuring the most marginalised are consulted…

Our Rural Future – Minister Humphreys and Minister Joe O’Brien launch the €50 million Community Recognition Fund

Major initiative to support communities that have welcomed people from Ukraine and other countries Funding for sports clubs, community organisations,…

January Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our January 2023 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

PPN December Newsletter out now

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our December 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces over €27 million to combat dereliction and breathe new life into rural towns and villages

Media release Wednesday, 14th December 2022   Largest ever investment under Town and Village Renewal Scheme Former Banks, Ballrooms, Courthouses,…

Minister Humphreys and Tánaiste announce over €33 million to upgrade 278 Community Centres nationwide

  Largest ever capital investment in Community Centres Grants of up to €300,000 provided Extensions to Existing Centres, Energy Efficiency…

Galway County PPN makes Litter Management Plan Submission

on December 5th 2022 Galway County PPN submitted its Submission on the Galway County Litter Management Plan 2023-2025 following an…

Minister Humphreys and Tánaiste announce over €33 million to upgrade 278 Community Centres nationwide

Media Release Thursday 8th December 2022   Largest ever capital investment in Community Centres   Grants of up to €300,000…

Galway County PPN visits Municipal District meetings

  Galway County PPN have begun a series of presentations at Municipal District meetings across the County to address stakeholders,…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys launches Embracing Ireland’s Outdoors

PRESS RELEASE: 28 November 2022   Ireland’s first ever National Outdoor Recreation Strategy Over 2.7m visitors take part in outdoor…

New €3 million creative climate action fund launched by Government

Friday, 25th November 2022 Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin, and Minister for the Environment,…

Report from Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters

Enhancing participation of people with disabilities With this report, the Committee considers how the participation of people with disabilities in different…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys and Minister English launch Ireland’s first ever National Hub Summit

Number of remote working hubs to pass 300 in major new milestone Almost 10,000 users now on Connected Hubs platform…

PPN November Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our November 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Ministers Humphreys and Joe O’Brien announce €10 million Fund to support parish halls and community centres with energy bills

PRESS RELEASE! 18 Nov 2022 New Community Support Fund to assist thousands of community groups across the country   Support…

Minister Joe O’Brien announces over €44 million for the Government’s Social Inclusion Programme

Media Release 16th November 2022 Minister Joe O’Brien announces over €44 million for the Government’s Social Inclusion Programme An increase…

Our Rural Future: Minister O’Brien opens Rural Ideas Forum focused on A Socially Inclusive Rural Ireland

Media Release 15th November 2022   Latest in the series of engagements under Our Rural Future discussing the challenges and…

Ministers Humphreys, O’Brien, Chambers and Rabbitte announce €54.5 million package to support disadvantaged communities and vulnerable groups

Media Release Tuesday, 8th November 2022 44 initiatives to be rolled out under Dormant Accounts Action Plan 2023 Projects to…

Ministers Humphreys and O’Brien launch €10 million Fund to support community and voluntary groups with energy costs

PRESS RELEASE 13 Nov 2022   Financial supports to be paid out to groups as early as end of 2022…

EPA Campaign: “Plan Your Festive Food” to avoid Food Waste Social Media Toolkit

About Stop Food Waste The EPA’s Stop Food Waste programme is the national food waste prevention campaign, providing guidance and…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces €115million for 23 Landmark Rural Regeneration Projects nationwide

  Media Release,  Thursday, 10 November 2022     Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces €115million for 23 Landmark Rural…

National Tidy Towns Competition Results 2022

A huge congratulations to the 45 Tidy Towns Groups who entered the National Tidy Towns Competition in 2022 and have…

Healthy Galway / Galway Sport Partnership Inclusive PA Equipment Grant available

Inclusive PA Equipment Grant available! Healthy Ireland is a government led initiative aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces details of new €180 million LEADER Programme

  Interested groups invited to apply to deliver 2023-2027 LEADER Programme Total of €180 million available to support rural communities…

New Fines Introduced for the Misuse of Disabled Parking Permit

Minister Naughton Announces fines for 16 road safety offences to double from October 27 2022 ANTI-SPEEDING 26.10.2022 Fine for speeding to…

Minister O’Gorman invites applications to the Parent Peer Support Fund

Minister O’Gorman invites applications to the Parent Peer Support Fund.   Thursday 20 October €50,000 will be made available for…

Minister O’Brien addresses 4th National Public Participation Network Annual Conference

Conference taking place in Portlaoise over two days Public Participation Networks, with 18,000 community groups nationwide, facilitate participative democracy in…

Galway County PPN supports unique Initative: WHO’S SHE GALWAY

On Saturday 8th October 2022, Galway County PPN supported the organization of a unique event aimed at bringing women across…

October Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our October 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Minister Joe O’Brien officially launches Values and Principles for collaboration and partnership working with Community and Voluntary Sector

Values and Principles co-developed with the sector Foundation for engagement between the state and community and voluntary organisations   Minister…

Galway County PPN Plenary

On Tuesday 27th September 2022 Galway County PPN held its first in-person Plenary event since the Covid Pandemic. The members…

Galway Disability Forum mark May Way Day 2022

On Friday 30 September, the Galway Disability Forum invited its members to join them in marking Make Way Day 2022.…

September Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Please see below our September 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on…

Public Participation Network Structural Review- Resource Workers Submission

Further to the publication of Mazars Structural Review of the Public Participation Network – Report, the Department of Rural and…

Working with Nature Workshops September 2022

Working with Nature Workshops September 2022 Free in person and online workshops available this September in Connemara National Park and…

Galway County Public Participation Network meets Minister for Community Development and Charities, Joe O’Brien TD

Press Release   Monday 12th September 2022     Galway County Public Participation Network meets Minister for Community Development and…

Minister Joe O’Brien announces the continuation of the Community Services Programme Support Fund in 2022 with additional funding of almost €1 million

Media release Friday, 9th September 2022.   Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development, Joe O’Brien…

Positive Ageing Week 2022

Positive Ageing Week 2022 Seachtain na Aosaithe Dhearfaigh 2022 25 September - 1 October 2022   Positive Ageing Week celebrates…

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces €7.4 million for 175 community projects nationwide

Media Release Monday, 15th August 2022 Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys announces €7.4 million for 175 community projects nationwide  …

PPN August Newsletter Out Now

Please see below our August 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on events, funding and…

Historic Day as the First Meeting of the Irish Language Services Advisory Committee convened today

Historic Day as the First Meeting of the Irish Language Services Advisory Committee convened today Government Chief-Whip and Minister of…

Call out for Positive Ageing Week -September 26 – 30, 2022

Positive Ageing Week 2022 is an opportunity to shine a light on all the positive contributions of older people in…

July Newsletter out now!

Dear members of Galway County PPN,     Please see below our JULY 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always,…

Structural Review of PPNs 2022

  Out now!   The Department of Rural and Community Development has published and a report which reviews the current…

Climate Consultation now open!

    The Climate Conversation 2022 is now open.   People across the country are invited to have their say on how…

PPN June Newsletter out now!

Dear members of Galway County PPN,   Please see below our JUNE 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is…

Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards 2022

Contribution of Community Groups recognised at Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2022   After an absence of a few years, community & voluntary…

PPN May Newsletter out now!

Dear members of Galway County PPN,   Please see below our May 2022 Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is…

PPN Training Series: Sustainable Living – Building Community & Climate Resilience

Sustainable Living - Building Community & Climate Resilience PPN Training Series with Alfred Decker   Over a series of 8…

Community Centre Investment Fund

PRESS RELEASE. Registration now open for new Community Centre Investment Fund - Minister Humphreys. All interested applicants must register online…

PPN April Newsletter Out Now!

Dear members of Galway County PPN,   Please see attached our April Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed…

The Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2022

Cllr. Peter Keaveney, Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, is delighted to launch the Cathaoirleach’s Awards 2022, to acknowledge and…

Interagency Group Launches LGBTIQ+ Resource Pack

Galway LGBTIQ+ Interagency Group launches Resource Pack for Supporting LGBTIQ+ Communities.   LGBT+ Resource Pack

Disability Participation Survey

Galway County Council, in partnership with Galway County PPN and its Disability Forum, invites People with Disabilities to take part…

PPN March Newsletter

Dear members of Galway County PPN,   Please see attached our March Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed…

Galway County Council invites applications for 2022 – Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS).

Our Rural Future: Minister Humphreys launches €15 million Fund to support Outdoor Adventure Activities Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS)…

PPN February Newsletter out now!!!

Dear members of Galway County PPN,   Please see attached our February edition of the PPN Newsletter. The PPN Newsletter,…

January Newsletter out now

Dear PPN members, Wishing you all a very Happy New Year! We are delighted to share with you our first…

PPN December Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you!     The PPN Newsletter,…

Community Monuments Fund 2022

Applications Due February 8th 2022 Galway County Council in conjunction with the National Monuments Service, Department of Housing, Local Government…

PPN November Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed…

Galway County Energy Master Plan

Have your say in the drafting of Galway’s first Energy Master Plan for our County The Green Recovery Working Group…

PPN October Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on events,…

Social Inclusion Week 2021

  Social Inclusion Week 2021   Closing Date is 5.00 p.m. on Thursday 8th October 2021   Social Inclusion Week for…

Social Enterprise Capital Grants Scheme 2021

Closing Date is 5.00 p.m. on Friday 15th October 2021 Galway County Council through the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) invites…

Make Way Day 2021

Galway County Disability Forum invites you to join us for an online event to highlight the importance of accessibility in…

Land Use Management Workshops

Latest PPN Training - Land Use Management Talk Series with Feidhlim Harty. Every Tuesday @ 7pm From 5th October -16…

PPN September Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on events,…

Positive Ageing Week 2021 – Small Grants Scheme

Positive Ageing Week 2021 will be held from 27th September to 1st October inclusive, and is an opportunity to shine a light on all…

Street Scape Enhancement Measure 2021

Galway County Council is pleased to announce a Streetscape Enhancement Measure under the Town & Village Renewal Scheme 2021. Our…

Positive Ageing Week 2021 – Nominate your older hero!

Who is Your Older Hero? Positive Ageing Week 2021                27th September - 1st…

Online Healthy Food Made Easy Courses

There will be two online Healthy Food Made Easy programmes starting Tuesday 14th September, one in the morning and one…

Remember If They Poop, You Scoop: Anti-Dog Fouling Campaign

Galway County Council continues to receive complaints regularly regarding the issue of dog fouling in the county from members of…

PPN August Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with info on events,…

July Newsletter Out Now!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with…

Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) Elections now open!

The purpose of the LCDC is to draw on the knowledge and experience of the public and private sectors to…

Summer School Training for Community Groups

Trainings for Community Groups on GDPR, Charities Governance Code and Board Roles and Responsibilities About this event: The Galway County…

June Newsletter out now!!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with…

Community Heroes honoured at Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards for 2020

In keeping with the “new normal”, community and voluntary groups, individual volunteers, the Chief Executive and Elected Members of Galway…

HEALTHY IRELAND FUND (round 3)

Funding to improve cooking/kitchen equipment in community-owned facilities. Healthy Ireland is a government led initiative aimed at improving the health…

Community Enhancement Programme 2021

Closing Date is 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday 22nd June 2021   Galway County Council through the Local Community Development Committee…

1916 Bursary Fund is now open for applications

The 1916 Bursary Fund is now open for applications. Who can apply? The Bursaries are targeted at new entry students…

May Newsletter Out Now!!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you! The PPN Newsletter, as always, is packed with…

Bealtaine Festival 2021

The Bealtaine Festival is a month-long opportunity to inspire and celebrate creativity as we age and the theme for this…

COVID-19 Stability Fund 2021

Ministers Humphreys, McGrath and O’Brien launch €10m COVID-19 STABILITY FUND Applications have opened for a €10 million fund designed to…

Ministers Humphreys and O’Brien announce €4.5 million to improve community facilities

Funding to support local groups to re-open their facilities post Covid-19 Small grants for repairs and renovations, new equipment and…

Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2021

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced €15 million in funding to help revitalise rural…

2021 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme – Galway County Council invites Applications

Galway County Council now invites applications for the 2021 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. Applicants/Groups are encouraged to review projects funded…

Nominations for the Galway County Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards Now Open

The Cathaoirleach Awards are an annual initiative to acknowledge the commitment of individuals and groups who participate in unpaid community…

Thursday Trainings

Galway County PPN hosts Irvine Training for a series of bespoke workshops for members of the GALWAY COUNTY PUBLIC PARTICIPATION…

Community Work Training

'Community Work for Non-Community Workers' About this Event The Galway County PPN invites you to sign up and take part…

HSE invites people aged 65-69 to register for their COVID-19 AstraZeneca Vaccine

Over the coming weeks, about 180,000 people aged 65 to 69 will be asked to register for their COVID-19 vaccine…

PPN April Newsletter Out Now!!

We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you along with the Fundingpoint Newsletter with almost 80 pages of funding info. The…

Our Rural Future: Government’s blueprint to transform rural Ireland

29th March 2021 Unprecedented opportunity for Rural Development post COVID-19 Major focus on attracting Remote Workers to rural communities Revitalising…

Our Rural Future – Minister Humphreys Op Ed

Op-Ed by Heather Humphreys TD - Minister for Social Protection, Rural and Community Development   This week, the Government published…

Covid-19 Relevant Information Portuguese version

For more information and assistance you can contact your Social Inclusion Liaison Officer, Ana Silvestre 087 601 9266. For all…

WORKSHOP: Preparing an Annual Report

You are invited to attend a free workshop on how to prepare an Annual Report   About this Event: This  workshop is for…

NDA Vocational Rehabilitation Survey 2021

The National Disability Authority (NDA) would like to consult with persons with acquired disability and or long term health conditions…

Grow it Forward Campaign

The pandemic has seen a record number of people turn to growing their own food and discovering the joy and…

Minister O’Brien welcomes the role of PPNs in the development of the next Climate Action Plan

Joe O’Brien TD, Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development with special responsibility for Community Development…

CLÁR Scheme 2021

CLÁR 2021 Announced. Heather Humphreys TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development  launched the 2021 CLÁR programme on Monday March…

Minister Humphreys launches €5.5 million CLÁR 2021 programme

Minister Humphreys launches €5.5 million CLÁR 2021 programme 10% increase on 2020 funding New Innovation Measure to support communities to…

March Newsletter Out Now!!

Dear Galway County PPN, We are delighted to share our latest PPN Newsletter with you along with the Fundingpoint Newsletter with almost 80 pages of…

Community Development Pilot Programme 2021

The aim of the 2021 Community Development Pilot Programme is to trial community development initiatives that address poverty, social exclusion…

Galway to Feature in New National Research with Older Worker

Galway has been selected as a location for a new study examining older workers in Ireland’s hospitality and retail sectors.…

Funding Webinar

Galway County PPN and Galway County Council invite you to a free FUNDING WEBINAR. Learn more about current funding opportunities available through Galway County…

Tuam Mother and Baby Home Galway County Council Apology

Please find below a copy of the statement including apology by the Chief Executive (Interim), Mr. Kevin Kelly and Cathaoirleach…

Appeal to the people of Galway to stay vigilant and halt the spread of COVID-19 in the community

JOINT APPEAL FROM THE CEOs OF GALWAY CITY & COUNTY COUNCILS, SAOLTA/HSE and AN GARDA SIOCHANA WAS ISSUED TODAY Due…

Have your Say: Galway to Athlone Cycleway Public Consultation 2

Project Vision The vision for the project is to develop a world class trail, from Galway to Athlone, that will…

January PPN Newsletter Out now

Our January edition of the PPN Newsletter is out now! We draw your attention to our Fundraising and our mental…

COVID-19 EMERGENCY FUND

Closing Date is 5.00 p.m. on Friday 12th February 2021   Galway County Council through the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC)…

COMMUNITY SUPPORT SCHEMES 2021

Applications are invited from Community and Voluntary “not for profit” Groups for funding towards activities and events which benefit local…

Galway County PPN Annual Report 2020

Dear PPN Members, we are delighted to present the County Galway PPN Annual report which depicts the work of the…

Fundraising Workshop – Developing your fundraising plan for 2021

The last year has been a huge challenge for nonprofits of all sizes. Creating a clear fundraising plan is the…

Healthy Ireland at Your Library- Galway Public Libraries

Your local library is a community and cultural hub with exciting events and activities throughout the year.  Galway Public Library…

PPN & GRETB provide ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ workshops in January

The Galway County PPN and Community Education Service of GRETB are delighted to host a series of Mental Health and…

December Newsletter Out now

The Galway Co PPN are delighted to share with you the December edition of the PPN Newsletter along with the…

Healthy Galway 21 Day Walking Challenge

Adults of all ages should be physically active at a moderate intensity for at least 30 minutes a day, five…

€1.5 million available for heritage-led regeneration of towns in 2021

The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the Heritage Council continue support for Ireland’s Historic Towns. A total…

Keep Well Advice Booklet with Info for Older Adults launched!

The HSE and Galway County Council have launched a Keep Well during Covid-19 information booklet. This local initiative, aimed at…

Be Winter Ready Campaign launch!

Government's launched the 10th annual Be Winter Ready campaign yesterday morning. The Department of Defence would appreciate any help you…

“KEEP WELL” Campaign launched for County Galway

The Community Response Forum, which is a partnership of public agencies, Community, Voluntary and Sporting Organisations in County Galway has…

Minister O’Brien launches Public Participation Network 2019 Annual Report

Press Release from Department of Rural and Community Development (Published on 18 November 2020) Report shows 15,600 voluntary groups registered with the…

Public Participation Networks Handbook- Out now!

Press Release from Department of Rural and Community Development (Published on 18 November 2020)   A Public Participation Network (PPN)…

Deliberative Democracy and the Development of the Public Participation Networks

Social Justice Ireland discuss the development of Public Participation Networks in latest podcast. Deliberative democracy goes beyond mere representation to…

PPN Members voice their opinion!

On 23rd July 2020 Galway County PPN representatives on the Planning, Environment, Agriculture & Emergency Services SPC, Mark Green and…

Galway Disability Forum Submission

Dear Members of the Galway Disability Forum, We are delighted to announce that our submission to the Joint Committee on…

November Newsletter Out Now!

Dear PPN members, Please find below the latest version of our PPN Newsletter. This months edition is packed with information…

Christmas Grants Scheme

Galway County PPN are delighted to announce our Keep Well Christmas Grants Scheme!   In line with the Governments announcement…

Keep Well Campaign

An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin T.D, the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly T.D, and Minister of State for the Department of…

Disability Forum Meeting

Following on from the interest in, and success of Make Way Day 2020, Galway County PPN called on interested members…

EPA report out now: Identifying ‘What Matters’ for Community Wellbeing for Public Participation Networks

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a research report Identifying “What Matters” for Community Wellbeing with the Irish Public Participation…

October 2020 Catchments Catch-Up for the Western Region.

The Catchments Catch-Up is a brief update on community projects happening in the Western region and some of our nationwide…

Healthy Galway- Exercise Booklet

We are delighted to share this exercise leaflet on behalf of Healthy Galway with you. The leaflet includes some useful…

Wednesday Workshops

Galway County PPN will be hosting a training series titled 'Wednesday Workshops' aimed at helping community groups manage, meet and…

Healthy Ireland Fund Community Mental Health Small Grants Scheme 2020

Closing Date is 4.00 p.m. on Friday 30th October 2020. Healthy Ireland is a government led initiative aimed at improving the health…

October Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN members, Please find below the latest version of our PPN Newsletter. This months edition is packed with info…

Positive Ageing Week 2020

“Still as mischievous and interested and sparky as we always were” Positive Ageing Week (September 28 – October 2 2020),…

Galway County Public Participation Network is looking for members!

Join our Intercultural Forum Are you part of a new or minority community in County Galway? Would you like to…

Galway Co PPN calls for a restriction on the sale of Wet Wipes in an open letter to Minister Ryan.

Aengus McMahon Photography   Sewage treatments systems are unable to breakdown wet wipes containing plastic. Research reveals that wet wipes…

Funding for social inclusion week available

Galway County Social Inclusion Week 2020 is 19th October – 25th October. The aim of Social Inclusion Week is to increase awareness…

Webinar: Applying to Register as a Charity

Invitation to attend Applying to be a Registered Charity webinar   What:        Applying to be a Registered Charity webinar When:      …

Calling all New Communities in Galway County

Are you a part of a New Community living in County Galway? If so we’d love to hear from you.…

September Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members,   The September edition of the Galway County PPN Newsletter is out now! Packed with info on…

Message from Covid-19 Health Communications Stakeholder Support

Public Health Measures The special health measures that were in place in Kildare were lifted on the 31st August. We…

Calling community groups in the Galway East!

Are you and your local group and interested in finding out more about Biodiversity and how your group can make…

Round 2 of the Community Enhancement Programme launched

Round 2 of the Community Enhancement Programme will provide capital grants towards the maintenance, improvement and upkeep of Community Centres…

AUGUST NEWSLETTER OUT NOW

Dear PPN Members,   Please find below the AUGUST version of our PPN Newsletter. We would like to draw your…

Community Enhancement Programme 2020

  Galway LCDC has been allocated €63,249 under the above programme and now invites applications in accordance with the criteria…

Info session on the Significant Water Management Issues consultation with Community Water Officer Conor Ruane

Dear PPN Members,     You are invited to an information event on the current consultation process on Significant Water…

Heritage Council calls on children across the country to showcase local heritage through LEGO®

    The Heritage Council is calling on children across the country to put their imagination to good use this…

Ministers Humphreys and O’Gorman announce second tranche of COVID-19 Stability Funding

Press Release, 27 July 2020 €4.1 million support package to benefit 101 organisations Funding aimed at providing immediate assistance to…

Minister McEntee and Minister O’Gorman announce 2020 LGBTI+ Community Services Funding Call

Press Release, 17 July 2020 Minister McEntee and Minister O’Gorman announce 2020 LGBTI+ Community Services Funding Call €700,000 will be…

Latest Newsletter Out Now!

Dear PPN Members, Please find below the latest version of our PPN Newsletter. We would like to draw your attention…

Call for Applications: Intangible Cultural Heritage and Heritage Week 2020

Intangible Cultural Heritage and Heritage Week 2020:  Open Call for Applications to showcase Ireland’s Intangible Cultural Heritage   The Department…

Vitamin C: The positive effect of creativity on wellbeing in older people

  The Creative Ireland Programme in association with Healthy Ireland and the HSE Mental Health & Wellbeing Programme presents:  …

Minister Martin approves funding for Galway

Revised Cultural Programme to combine live and online performances and events   28 projects and over 350 artists to be…

Minister for State Calleary welcomes the Apprenticeship Scholarship Scheme announced by Údarás na Gaeltachta

  Government Chief Whip and Minister for State for the Gaeltacht, the Irish language and Sport, Dara Calleary T.D. has…

Galway County PPN Newsletter 7 July 2020 & Funding point

Dear PPN Members, Please find below the latest edition of our Newsletter as well as a separate Newsletter with funding…

2020-2021 call for the Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme now open

The Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme is now seeking in 2020 to encourage local communities, local groups, schools and other interested…

Guidence on getting back on track!

Dear PPN Members,   This information is issued as part of our #PPNConnect Project   We would like to draw…

PPN Newsletter- Latest edition!

Dear PPN Members, Welcome to the latest edition of the Galway County PPN Newsletter. We hope you find the information,…

Face coverings- HSE info campaign

Face Coverings Campaign Pack 19_June_2020   Stay Safe. Protect each other. Wear a face covering. Everyone in Ireland has helped…

County Development Plan Public Consultation

Dear Galway County PPN,   YOUR PPN REPS need you!!!!   Mark Green and Aodan mac Donncha, the PPN reps…

Minister Ring announces €13 million in funding for 24 projects across the country under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund

Press Release, 25 June 2020 The funding will support the development of regeneration projects in rural Ireland to enable them…

Minister Ring announces first tranche of COVID-19 Stability Scheme Funding

Press Release 26 June 2020 Fund designed to provide immediate support to Community and Voluntary Organisations, Charities and Social Enterprises…

Planet Youth – Stepping up to Sexual Health webinar – 1st July at 8pm

Planet Youth are organising a Free Facebook Live Webinar for the parents of 6th class children on Wednesday 1 July…

Minister Ring announces €2 million Community Enhancement Programme and urges communities to engage

CEP provides small grants to enhance facilities in urban and rural communities   Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural…

Minister Stanton launches 2020 Communities Integration Fund

€500,000 available for local community projects in 2020   Applications are now open to community groups nationwide who wish to…

Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme 2020- apply now.

  Galway County Council issues information and forms for the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme, 2020.   The objective of the…

Galway County Council and PPN launch #InthisTogether Booklet with competitions

A chairde, For most of us, getting out and about is an essential part of our daily or weekly routine,…

Cope Galway 2019 Annual Report Launch Invitation – Virtual Event

We invite you to join us on Monday 29 June for the virtual launch of our 2019 Annual Report. In…

Minister Ring seeks new applications for €1 billion Rural Regeneration and Development Fund

  The funding to be provided will focus on supporting economic recovery in rural Ireland and delivering sustainable regeneration in…

Minister Madigan announces funding for Small Scale Local Festivals and Summer Schools

Press Release, Thursday, 18 June 2020   The Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan, T.D., has today…

Galway County PPN Newsletter 15 June 2020

Dear PPN Members, Welcome to the latest edition of the Galway County PPN Newsletter. We are delighted to announce our…

PPN Training for Community Groups

'Tuesday Trainings' Poster 24 June 2020 The Galway Public Participation Network is delighted to announce the launch of its Tuesday…

Public Consultation Forum for Tuam Regeneration – Expressions of Interest

  Galway County Council are in the process of producing a Regeneration Masterplan for Tuam Town and would like to…

2020 Town and Village Renewal Scheme Co. Galway

   Expression of Interests Sought   In 2020, the Rural Development Investment Programme, including the Town and Village Renewal Scheme,…

New Online Graveyard Resources for County Galway

Care, Recording and Conservation of the Graveyards of the County of Galway   Galway County Council in partnership with Galway…

Minister of State Kyne welcomes Campaí Cúla4

Press Release, 12 June 2020   Minister of State for the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Islands Senator Seán…

CLÁR 2020

Applications now sought for CLÁR 2020. CLÁR (Ceantair Laga Ard-Riachtanais) is a targeted investment programme for rural areas that aims…

Fadó Fadó, Life Long Ago

Take part in the great gathering of photographs from Ireland’s past.   We are appealing to people during COVID-19 to…

Wonderful Cruinniú na nÓg events happening across Galway County!

Cruinniú na nÓg is a special day celebrating creativity for children and young people with a host of events created…

#PPNConnect collection of online resources and trainings

Dear Members, In May 2020, we asked you to complete a sort survey to assess the current training needs across…

Historic Structures Fund and Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2020

Press Release, Wednesday, 10 June, 2020     Minister Madigan announces over €4.3m in funding for 449 projects across the country…

Minister Madigan encourages young people to get creative for an online Cruinniú na nÓg 2020

Press Release, Tuesday, 9 June, 2020    Already over 460 free online activities, events and broadcasts have been confirmed for…

€600,000 is to be provided to Údarás na Gaeltachta to deliver the Trading Online Voucher Scheme in Gaeltacht areas

Government Press Release, 8 June 2020   The Government Chief Whip and Minister of State for the Irish Language, the…

Stress Control- free online programme to help you reduce stress

The Stress Control on-line programme will run for a third time starting today Monday June 8th and each session will…

Tidy Towns Newsletter Latest issue out now.

Newsletter available here: Tidy Towns Newsletter 2020 In this packed edition, we read about the wonderful work being done by…

Public Consultations at EU level

We would like to draw your attention to three online public consultations currently running that may be of interest for…

Capital funding of €821,672 announced by Minister of State Seán Kyne for Áras Mhic Amhlaigh, a new Irish language Centre in Knocknacarra

Minister of State for the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Islands, Senator Seán Kyne announced today that a grant…

Minister Madigan welcomes international recognition for Department’s Living Bog project

  Irish raised bog restoration project is one of 27 finalists in top environmental awards  The public vote is now…

PPN Connect Project- Getting back on track

This edition of the PPN Newsletter is issued as part of the PPN Connect Project. This information brief provides up-to-date…

Govt invests additional €200,000 in eBooks and eAudiobooks in response to increased demand for online public library service – Minister Ring

Libraries register huge increase in online membership and usage Over 500 new members a day since closure of public libraries…

€10 million Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme will support tourism and community wellbeing in post-COVID recovery – Minister Ring

Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural & Community Development, today (29th May 2020) announced funding of €10 million under…

Minister Ring announces €15 million for economic recovery in rural towns and village

New measure in 2020 scheme directed at the economic and social recovery of towns and villages in response to COVID-19…

Almost 17,000 people respond to Govt call for community volunteers during COVID-19 crisis 

  Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, and Mr Seán Canney TD, Minister of State for…

2020 CLÁR Programme will help rural communities respond to COVID-19 – Minister Ring

€5 million fund forms part of Minister’s integrated Rural Development Investment Programme   Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural…

New PPN Newsletter out now! 25 May 2020

Dear Galway County PPN Members, Welcome to this edition of the Galway PPN Newsletter with its improved look. This week…

Resources available to those living with long-term health conditions during Coronavirus (Covid-19)

People living with long-term health conditions may be more at risk of serious illness if they get coronavirus and need…

GAA Legends on call

IS THERE SOMEONE COCOONING OR ISOLATING IN YOUR COMMUNITY WHO WOULD LOVE TO GET A CALL FROM A GAA LEGEND?…

Buzz! Connecting people with nature

Celebrating National Biodiversity Week in the County of Galway 22nd to 29th May 2020 Competition Send us in a short…

Minister Ring confirms availability of funding for TidyTowns Groups

Official Press Release  Wednesday, 20 May 2020   Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, has confirmed…

Funding available for Child & Youth Participation and Parental Participation through Tusla in Galway.

Announcement: Seed funding available for Child & Youth Participation and also for Parental Participation through Tusla in Galway.   The…

Funding allocated for Agricultural Shows can be used in 2021 – Minister Ring  

Original Press Release  Monday, 18 May 2020 Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, has confirmed again…

Out now: Galway County PPN Training Needs Survey- Final Report

Dear Members, The role of the PPN is to provide training to our members to support your important work. To assess the current need…

PPN Connect Info Brief

Dear PPN Members, Welcome to this edition of the Galway County PPN Newsletter (PPN Connect Info Brief). We hope you…

PPN Connect Project Launch

Galway County PPN announces the launch of its ‘PPN Connect’ Project PPN Connect Poster Due to the current situation impacting…

Youth Justice Strategy Public Consultation

The Department of Justice and Equality is consulting with the public on a draft Youth Justice Strategy. The Strategy has…

Update from the Telecoms Industry

Comreg have released a web page with COVID-19 Useful Consumer Information, it has useful information for consumers regarding electronic communications…

COVID-19 Stability Fund for Community and Voluntary, Charity and Social Enterprises

Published: 6 May 2020 From: Department of Rural and Community Development   The Department of Rural and Community Development is funding…

New HSE Campaign #HoldFirm launched and other resources

Message from Covid-19 Health Communications Stakeholder Support Team   Update for PPN Members- 10th May   We wish to thank…

Launch of €40 million COVID-19 support package for Community and Voluntary Organisations, Charities and Social Enterprises

Press Release Friday, 8 May 2020 Ministers Ring and Canney launch €40 million COVID-19 support package for Community and Voluntary…

Second Stress Control workshop series announced by the HSE

A second Stress Control workshop will be running again, starting on Monday, 11th May. As before, it will be available…

Community Call- Stories from the (Volunteering) Frontline

Oughterard Rugby Football Club (ORFC) are doing great work in response to the #CommunityCall.   ORFC's Senior Coach Jack Clarke…

Smart Rural Project – Expression of interest to become a participant village

Preparatory Action on Smart Rural Areas in the 21st Century What is the project about? The ‘Smart Rural’ project is…

May Newsletter out now!

Dear PPN Members, Welcome to the latest edition of the Galway County PPN Newsletter. In this issue, we would like…

Burrenbeo Trust & Farming for Nature Webinar series

Burrenbeo Trust in conjunction with Farming for Nature are coordinating a series of webinars on the themes of farming, nature…

New Youth Climate Justice Fund available

Published: 27 April 2020 From: Department of Children and Youth Affairs Minister Zappone has reminded national youth organisations that the deadline…

Important update about Garda Vetting during Covid-19

Galway County Community Response Team has been informed by the Garda Vetting Bureau that all volunteers will need to be…

Carmichael Centre Training opportunities

The Carmichael Centre is a leading specialist training and support body for nonprofits in Ireland.   The following training opportunities…

Revised Deadline! The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Human Rights and Equality Grant Scheme 2020-21

The theme of the Human Rights and Equality Grants Scheme is empowering people (rights-holders) who face the greatest barriers to justice to access…

The Wheel host a ‘Meet, Share and Learn’ meeting for organisations in the West and Midwest.

MEET, SHARE AND LEARN (ONLINE MEETING) We invite you to join us for this special online Meet, Share and Learn…

ComReg welcomes Telecoms Industry commitments to assist customers during COVID-19

Read the Press Release here.   The Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) has today welcomed the announcement by Telecommunications Industry…

Let’s Play Ireland

Let’s Play Ireland is a government-led initiative aimed at promoting play for all children living in Ireland during the COVID-19…

Taking Care of our Physical and Mental Wellbeing in Galway

  COVID-19 is a major public health emergency here in Ireland and around the world and is having a big…

Competition: Stories from the Waterside

    County Galway has a rich heritage of storytelling. It is part of our national identity and defines who…

Parenting Your Teenager During Covid-19

Planet Youth workshops will help Mayo, Roscommon and Galway parents overcome Covid-19 challenges   Mayo, Roscommon and Galway parents dealing…

Latest Newsletter out now!

Dear Galway County Public Participation Members,   We are delighted to share the second edition of our PPN Newsletter. This…

Galway County COVID-19 Emergency Fund

  The COVID-19 Emergency Fund is a grant programme to provide funding to groups that are directly involved in the…

Message from Covid-19 Health Communications Stakeholder Support

Update for PPN Members      Dear Colleague, We wish to thank you for your ongoing support in helping to…

Minister Ring confirms cancellation of 2020 TidyTowns competition

Original Source: Government Press Release   Mr Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural and Community Development, has today (21…

Getting through COVID-19 Together

  The spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is a new and challenging event.   Everyone's lives and daily routines are affected…

Young Social Innovators “Open Call to Teenagers” for solutions to the challenges of COVID-19

  Minister Canney welcomes Young Social Innovators “Open Call to Teenagers” for solutions to the challenges of COVID-19   Original…

Let us know what you are doing for the Community Call

We want to hear from you!   Galway County Council in partnership with its Community Response Forum and the Galway…

Third Age Ireland Services during COVID 19

With the outbreak of Covid-19, Third Age – managers, staff and volunteers – have adapted each programme to ensure continuity…

Covid19: Resources and Information

              Dear Galway County Public Participation Members,   We have collected some resources to…

Covid-19 Response Fund- Deadline Extended!

About the Fund The Community Foundation for Ireland’s Covid-19 Community Fund is aimed at the immediate needs of organisations impacted…

COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A guide for the bereaved

Source: Government Publication The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic has forced us to change the usual ways we deal with the loss…

Use of online public library service soars during COVID-19 crisis – Minister Ring

Source: DRCD Press Office New membership rates almost double versus same period last year 467% increase in people taking e-learning courses…

Galway County Freephone Number in Operation for the Community

 Galway County Freephone Number in Operation for Vulnerable Members of the Community Deals with over 260 calls for Assistance in…

GETTING THROUGH COVID-19 TOGETHER

  The Covid – 19 Stakeholder Communications Support team have launched a Wellbeing campaign. You can download the Campaign pack…

Community Volunteer Protocol during Covid-19

  Protocol for Community Volunteers delivering services   Many Groups are already delivering essential services to older people living alone…

GALWAY WIND PARK LAUNCHES COVID-19 RESPONSE FUND

SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables, joint owners of Galway Wind Park, have  launched a €70,000 COVID-19 response fund to support…

GAA Covid-19 Community Volunteer Protocol

  Why is the GAA involved in Covid-19 response? The GAA is Ireland’s largest sporting and community association with a…

Age Action and Irish Red Cross COVID-19 Hardship Fund

Helping Older People who are Most In-Need   What: Age Action has launched a COVID-19 Hardship Fund in conjunction with the…

Domestic Violence Supports

Domestic Violence Supports during COVID-19 still available.   Please see below for relevant information about ongoing supports still available during…

The Community Call – Advice and Contact Information for Your County

We are in this together As part of the Government response to the COVID-19 crisis, your local authority (council) has…

Waste disposal during COVID-19

Covid-19 and your waste   We know that these are tense times for us all but the authorities have put…

An Post services during Covid-19

An Post postal operatives are checking in on older and vulnerable people on their daily routes.   They have added…

EU Funding: Make your green idea a reality and apply for LIFE funding

The European Commission has launched its 2020 call for project proposals under the LIFE programme.   The Commission has taken…

Helpful advice from Croí

COVID-19: Advice For Individuals With Heart Valve Disease   People living with moderate or severe heart valve disease are at…

Take Part! Galway Beo Project

Galway Beo Project   Our heritage is everywhere around us in old buildings and graveyards, streets and country lanes, rivers…

Galway BEO Project

Galway Beo project   Tá an oidhreacht le brath I ngach uile áit, sna seanfhoirgnimh agus reiligí, ar na sráideanna…

Press Release: €2.5 million fund for community groups involved in Community Call

Minister Ring announces €2.5 million fund for community groups involved in Community Call response to COVID-19   Published: 9 April…

Volunteering during COVID-19- All you need to know

Check out the latest resources and webinars from Volunteer Ireland.   As a trusted and experienced source of information, Volunteer…

Out Now- GALWAY RURAL DEVELOPMENT APRIL 2020 NEWSLETTER

GALWAY RURAL DEVELOPMENT APRIL 2020 NEWSLETTER As we all know we are now in the middle of the Covid 19 crisis …

COVID-19 Age Friendly Ireland Daily Update

Age Friendly Ireland prepares a daily Newsletter with important updates during COVID-19.   The national Age Friendly Ireland Programme supports…

Galway County Council COVID-19 Community Response Forum

  A helpdesk will respond to the needs of vulnerable members of our community. Vulnerable members of the community or…

Fóram Freagartha Pobail COVID-19 Chomhairle Chontae na Gaillimhe

  Glacfaidh deasc chabhrach glaonna ó dhaoine leochaileacha sa phobal a bhfuil riachtanais acu le linn na géarchéime. Féadfaidh daoine…

Message from Covid-19 Health Communications Stakeholder Support

Update for PPN Members       Below are a few updates to support ongoing efforts to share information about…

Galway County Council is co-ordinating local organisations to assist citizens during Covid-19

Dedicated community support helpline available at 091-509390 9.00am-6.00pm 7 days Monday to Sunday Free phone Number is 1800 92 88…

Turloughmore Community Council Response to COVID-19

  In conjunction with Turloughmore Community Council, a new service for vulnerable and self-isolating members of the community will come…

COVID-19 Public Information Booklet

  The Government of Ireland and the HSE are working together to constantly update their digital resources for groups to…

Guidelines for Ports during COVID-19

  The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) is Ireland's specialist agency for the surveillance of communicable diseases.   HPSC is…

Minding your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak

Infectious disease outbreaks like coronavirus (COVID-19), can be worrying. This can affect your mental health. But there are many things…

COVID-19 Community Response Communications Pack

A National Action Plan to address the Coronavirus outbreak was published on 16th March. The Plan sets out a whole-of-society…

Resources available during COVID-19

  Official Information Sources on COVID-19 (Shared by Covid-19 Health Communications Stakeholder Support): HSE (Health Service Executive) COVID-19 Updates available here.…

ALONE launch a COVID-19 support line for older people

ALONE, the organisation that supports older people, has announced the launch of a national support line and additional supports for…

Launch of a Family Carer (online) Support Group

  In light of the curtailment of many face-to-face Family Carer support services, and following extensive feedback, Care Alliance Ireland…

LOOKING FOR SUPPORT: NEW FUND TO BE SET UP TO HELP COMMUNITIES IMPACTED BY COVID-19

  Original source of this press release: The Community Foundation for Ireland.   The Community Foundation for Ireland have established…

COMMUNITY TO PLAY A KEY ROLE IN THE NATIONAL ACTION PLAN ON COVID-19

The Government’s new National Action Plan in response to COVID-19 was launched on March 16 2020.   The Plan sets out…

Athenry 2020 Digital St Patrick’s Day Parade

  Press Release   The Corona Virus may have dealt a huge blow to the traditional Irish St. Patrick’s Day…

Have your say! Consultation on a Plan for urban regeneration in Tuam Town.

  Galway County Council are embarking on a process to produce a Regeneration Masterplan for Tuam Town.   Please help…

Islands Policy Consultation Paper

  The Minister of State with responsibility for the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Islands has published an Islands Policy…

Minister launches Grant Scheme to support Commemorative events related to Mother and Child Institutions and County Homes

  Scheme now open to applications for funding.   The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone, has…

Training on disability law and policy in the Centre for Disability Law and Policy

The Centre for Disability Law and Policy at NUI Galway will run a training on the relevant legislation  passed (the…

Community Smoke Alarm Scheme

  On average 50 people die in fires each year in Ireland. Most of these can be prevented by a…

MORTHAISPEANTAS NA GAELTACHTA- The Gaeltacht Trade Show 2020

Tuesday, May 19th, 2020, Thomond Park, Limerick, Doors Open: 10.30 to 5pm Guerin Media are delighted to announce that following…

Foras na Gaeilge: Youth Events Scheme 2020

  Foras na Gaeilge is providing funding for appropriate Youth Events programmes (which must contain a minimum of 12 sessions)…

Foras na Gaeilge: Youth Events Scheme 2020

  Foras na Gaeilge is providing funding for appropriate Youth Events programmes (which must contain a minimum of 12 sessions)…

BANK OF IRELAND LAUNCHES BEGIN TOGETHER FUND

The Begin Together Fund provides valuable investment for community initiatives making a difference in towns and villages across the island…

Foras na Gaeilge: Colmcille Grants Scheme 2020

This scheme aims to promote relations between the language communities of Scottish and Irish Gaeilge and to strengthen Scottish and…

Foras na Gaeilge: Colmcille Grants Scheme 2020

This scheme aims to promote relations between the language communities of Scottish and Irish Gaeilge and to strengthen Scottish and…

OLDER PERSONS’ FUND RE-OPENS FOR APPLICATIONS

The Community Foundation for Ireland’s Older Persons’ Fund is now open for applications.   The Older Persons’ Fund is a long-term philanthropic…

CREATIVE IRELAND 2020 Bursaries: Call now open

Closing Date is 4.00 pm on Thursday 26th March 2020   As part of County Galway’s Creative Ireland Programme 2020,…

An Taisce National Spring Clean Initiative: Register Now

The National Spring Clean initiative traditionally takes place throughout the month of April.   National Spring Clean is Ireland’s most popular,…

CÚRSAÍ ATÁ AG TEACHT SUAS I GCONAMARA

Galway Rural Development- Courses Coming up in Connemara Forbairt Tuaithe na Gaillimhe i gcomhpháirtíocht le Bord Oideachas & Oiliúna na Gaillimhe…

FUNDING available! The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission launches call for applications: Human Rights and Equality Grant Scheme 2020-21

The theme of the Human Rights and Equality Grants Scheme is empowering people (rights-holders) who face the greatest barriers to…

Training: How to Develop An Effective Annual Report For Smaller Charities

Carmichael, in association with local Volunteer Centres, are delivering a series of workshops across different counties on ‘Developing an Effective Annual Report’.…

Workshop on the Sustainable Development Goals

On 19 February 2020, the Galway Public Participation Network together with the NGO, Development Perspectives, held a workshop on the…

Celebrating Community and Voluntary Activity in County Galway

Over 230 people from Community and Voluntary groups from all parts of County Galway gathered at the Connemara Coast Hotel,…

You are invited to the Galway County PPN Plenary

Opportunity to talk to agencies & other community groups and share ideas. Meet your PPN Reps who work on your…

Photos of the Cathaoirleach Community Awards 2018 ceremony

CATHAOIRLEACH’S COMMUNITY AWARDS CEREMONY AT THE THEATRE, STATION HOUSE HOTEL, CLIFDEN  

Community Groups & Volunteers recognised for their great achievements in County Galway

Over 200 people from Community and Voluntary groups from around County Galway were honoured at the Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards Ceremony…

General Data Protection Regulation information for community groups

Galway County PPN hosted 6 information sessions around the county during March and April on the new General Data Protection…

Nominees shortlisted to go forward for the Cathoirleach’s Community Awards

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Nominations for the Galway County Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards 2018 now Open

Applications are now open for The Galway County Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards. An Awards ceremony for groups and individuals who reach…

Nominations for The Cathaoirleach’s Community Awards 2018

Seeking…

Galway Sports Partnership Programme Funding 2018 and workshops.

Galway Sports Partnership is delighted to announce its Programme Funding scheme for 2018. This funding, made available to the Partnership…

MOBILE WEEE (WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT) COLLECTIONS 2018

WEEE…

Letter from Dennis Naughton – future of St Brigid’s Hospital

Email from Denis Naughton, TD to community groups Subject: I want to hear your thoughts on the future of St…

FREE INFORMATION SESSION ON GDPR FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS

FREE information session for community groups on the General Data Protection Regulation and Charities Act on April 3rd @ 7.30pm…

Free information workshop for community groups

Free information session on the General Data Protection Regulation and Charities Act next Tuesday, April 3rd @ 7.30pm   All…

Statement by Galway County Council re Consultation Process for the former Mother & Baby Home, Tuam

8th March 2018 Statement by Galway County Council Galway County Council at the request of the Department of Children &…

Increased fines for parking in disabled spaces

The fixed charge penalty for able-bodied drivers parking in disabled spaces increased from €80 to €150 at the beginning of…

Submission of applications to the Community Support Scheme of Galway County Council extended!

Due to the Status Red Weather Alert the deadline for Submission of applications to the Community Support Scheme of Galway…

IMPORTANT NOTICE RE GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL SERVICES

A Chara, Galway County Council Offices and Libraries are closed today Thursday March 1st  until further notice.  Members of the…

Community Supports Schemes 2018

Click here to download our Community Support Scheme Presentation 2018   Funding Scheme Allocation to County Galway  in 2017 Comment…

Tuam Local Area Plan – Open for Consultations

TUAM LOCAL AREA PLAN Draft LAP 2018 Public Consultation You are invited to an information drop in session in the…

Funding Clinics on the Community Support Scheme

Galway County Council invites applications from Community and Voluntary Groups and individual Artists for support through the following schemes : Support Scheme…

TOURISM NEWS: New Fáilte Ireland Food & Drink Strategy Aims to Change Overseas Visitor Perceptions of Irish Food and Drink

New Fáilte Ireland Food & Drink Strategy Aims to Change Overseas Visitor Perceptions of Irish Food and Drink Food could…

Galway County PPN’s upcoming Funding Clinics & Information sessions

Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN) continues to be the main link through which Community & Voluntary organisations, Environment organisations…