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🚨 FINAL CALL: Applications close TOMORROW! 🚨 Apply now: developmentperspectives.ie/wha.../project… Are you ready to make a real impact in your community and beyond? Don’t miss your chance to become an SDG Advocate in 2026. ✨ Build your skills in global citizenship and sustainable living 🤝 Connect with a network of changemakers across Ireland 🌍 Take action on the Sustainable Development Goals ⏳ Time is running out — submit your application before the deadline tomorrow! 👉 Apply now and be part of the change.

📣 Deadline Extended! 🌱 Are you an educator or community leader who wants to make real change? 🌱 You now have more time to apply for SDG Advocate Training 2026 — designed for adult and community educators passionate about building a more just and sustainable world. ✔️ Build your skills in Global Citizenship Education & Sustainable Living ✔️ Join Ireland’s national network of active SDG advocates ✔️ Turn ideas into action with support for your own community project ✔️ Create lasting local and global impact through the 17 SDGs 🗓️ New deadline: March 20th, 2026 📲 Scan the QR code or learn more and apply: developmentperspectives.ie/what-we-do/pro… Be part of the movement shaping a fairer future. 💪🌍 #SDGs #GlobalCitizenship #AdultEducation #CommunityEducation #Sustainability #SDGAdvocate #EducationForChange #ActForTheSDGs

🌿 Are you an educator or community leader who wants to make real change? 🌿 Applications are now open for Development Perspectives' SDG Advocate Training 2026 — designed for adult and community educators passionate about building a more just and sustainable world. ✔️ Build your skills in Global Citizenship Education & Sustainable Living ✔️ Join Ireland’s national network of active SDG advocates ✔️ Turn ideas into action with support for your own project ✔️ Create lasting local and global impact through the 17 SDGs 🗓️ Apply by: March 16th, 2026 📲 Scan the QR code or learn more via developmentperspectives.ie/what-we-do/pro… Be part of the movement shaping a fairer future. 💪🌎 #SDGs #GlobalCitizenship #AdultEducation #CommunityEducation #Sustainability #SDGAdvocate #EducationForChange #ActForTheSDGs

🌍 New Resource: SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals Real progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals can’t happen alone. SDG 17 highlights the power of partnerships between governments, civil society, businesses and communities to create lasting change. Our new SDG 17 Information Pack explores: 🤝 Why global partnerships matter 📊 Key pillars including finance, technology, trade and capacity building 🇮🇪 Ireland’s role in supporting sustainable development 🌱 Case studies like Coalition 2030 and the SDG Champions Programme Whether you’re an educator, student, activist, or sustainability advocate, this pack provides insights, resources and real examples of collaboration driving progress. ✨ Because achieving the 2030 Agenda requires working together. 📥 Download the information pack and learn how partnerships are shaping a more sustainable future: saolta.com/information-pa… #SDG17 #GlobalGoals #PartnershipsForTheGoals #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs #GlobalCitizenship #DevelopmentEducation

Huge thanks to AONTAS for having our Programme Manager, Nick Doran, on the judging panel for the 2026 STAR Awards! 🌟 As sponsors of the Global Citizenship Education category, we’ve loved getting a closer look at the amazing work happening across the sector. Seeing such passion and creativity in action is what it’s all about. #STARAwards2026 #Saolta #CommunityImpact

Voices from Making spACE for Justice. Educators, activists, and community leaders from across Ireland came together at the Marino Institute of Education for Making spACE for Justice, a national event exploring how Adult and Community Education (ACE) advances social justice. In this video, hear from organiser Maggie Campbell, speakers Michelle Stowe and Su-Ming Khoo as they share why events like this are so important. youtube.com/watch?v=kpYN5I…

🌍 Explore Our Free Learning Resources! 📚✨ Did you know Saolta has a growing library of tools and resources to support learning, action, and conversation around adult and community education, global justice and sustainability? 🔗 Check them out at saolta.com/elements/resou… 👉 Have a look, download, or if you'd rather have them as a hard copy - get in touch!

SDG 15: Life on Land Information Pack saolta.com/information-pa… Life on land is essential for our wellbeing – from forests and peatlands to pollinators and wildlife that keep ecosystems thriving. In Ireland, only 11.6% of our land is forested, and many native species, including bees, butterflies and freshwater fish, are now under serious threat. Protecting biodiversity means protecting our future. Through conservation, sustainable land use, and community action, we can restore ecosystems and safeguard nature for generations to come. Every action counts – whether it’s supporting conservation efforts, learning about biodiversity, or simply respecting nature where you live. #SDG15 #LifeOnLand #Biodiversity #ProtectNature #Sustainability #IrelandSDGs #ClimateAction

The latest Global Inequality Report from Oxfam released this week highlights how extreme wealth is becoming even more concentrated among the very richest – Some of the key findings from the report are: - Billionaire wealth jumped by over 16 % in 2025, reaching a record $18.3 trillion – an 81 % increase since 2020. - Billionaires are now over 4,000× more likely to hold political office than the average person. - The wealth gained by the world’s richest in the last year could have given everyone on Earth a meaningful cash amount and still left billionaires richer. - The 12 richest billionaires hold more wealth than the poorest half of humanity combined. This isn’t just about money. The report shows how extreme wealth shapes politics, media, climate decisions, and the everyday lives of millions of people. If we are to work towards a more fair, just and sustainable world this needs to change: oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/c…

🚨 Help spread the word – urgent community request 🚨 🚨 Sharing on behalf of a local project team – urgent community request 🚨 We're sharing this on behalf of the organisers of an important cross-border democracy project happening around Carlingford Lough. Following on from the Shifting Tides project, a Citizens’ Jury on the Future of Carlingford Lough is bringing people together from both sides of the border to help shape what comes next for this shared landscape. A diverse group of local residents will be invited to look at key issues such as: Nature recovery and economic activity Access and protection Tourism and local livelihoods Over Christmas, 5,000 invitations were sent out. While the northern shore received theirs, a delay with An Post means many households on the southern shore may not receive their invitation before the deadline. They don’t want anyone to miss out. 📍 If you know anyone living in Greenore, Omeath, Carlingford, or anywhere along the southern shore of the Lough, please share this post today. 📝 Register your interest here: sortitionfoundation.org/carlingford_lo… 📞 Or call freephone: 1800 100 061 (8am–8pm daily) ⏰ The registration deadline has been extended to Friday 23 January 2026. This is a unique chance for communities north and south to shape the future of Carlingford Lough — please help spread the word so every voice has a chance to be heard. Image by Joseph McLoughlin from Pixabay

The countdown begins! We're only three days away from announcing the finalists for the STAR Awards 2026. ⭐ Discover this year's champions of adult and community education on Friday. #STARAwards2026

@SaoltaEd first #TrainingofTrainers workshop 2026 focusing on #Creatingabetterworld In the #communityandclassroom Some fantastic discussions around #Groupagreements #Systemsthinking #critical/independentthinking #treeoflife #learningcycle @Irish_Aid @MaynoothUni @devperspectives @AontasIreland @Concern @CorkETB @irishrurallink @KWETB

Consultation on the regulation of costs payable in matters prescribed on foot of section 294 of the Planning and Development Act 2024 (Scale of Fees) - This public consultation is extremely important for anyone who values our environment. We strongly encourage you to share your views as part of the consultation before January 15th. #how-to-make-a-submission" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">gov.ie/en/department-… Photo credit: Mog Downey

@SaoltaEd final Training of Trainers event held in the wonderful location @OutcomersLGBT centre in collaboration with the #PeaceEducationprogramme provided participants with opportunities to reflect on oneself and the year gone by. @devperspectives @aontas @Irish_Aid @MaynoothUni @Concern @irishrurallink @CorkETB

Consultancy Opportunity: MODULE ADAPTATION SUPPLEMENTARY RESOURCES Saolta invites applications from qualified consultants to support the integration of Global Citizenship Education within Level 4 Further Education and Training (FET) provision. Purpose of Consultancy To develop high-quality educational resources for a 10-credit Level 4 module focused on GCE for Inclusive Communities, ensuring alignment with FET standards and incorporating themes such as equality, sustainability, human rights, intercultural understanding, and digital citizenship. Application Deadline: 16 December 2025 Submit CV, cover letter, proposal, references, and relevant samples to: maggie@saolta.com (cc: nick@saolta.com) Find out more: saolta.com/2025/12/09/ten…

Making spACE for Justice brought educators, activists, and community leaders from all over Ireland together at the Marino Institute of Education for an inspiring day focused on how Adult & Community Education (ACE) drives social justice: youtu.be/cPzOsBXtDvU?si… Hosted by Saolta, the event featured powerful keynote talks, hands-on workshops, and honest conversations about racism, human rights, media literacy, and community wellbeing. Speakers like Dearbháil Lawless, Dr. Su Ming Khoo, and Michelle Stowe shared uplifting insights on how ACE builds connection, sparks collective action, and nurtures hope. “Adult and community education isn’t just about learning—it’s about creating spaces where justice and hope can take root.”

Consultancy Opportunity: MODULE ADAPTATION SUPPLEMENTARY RESOURCES Saolta invites applications from qualified consultants to support the integration of Global Citizenship Education within Level 4 Further Education and Training (FET) provision. Purpose of Consultancy To develop high-quality educational resources for a 10-credit Level 4 module focused on GCE for Inclusive Communities, ensuring alignment with FET standards and incorporating themes such as equality, sustainability, human rights, intercultural understanding, and digital citizenship. Application Deadline: 16 December 2024 Submit CV, cover letter, proposal, references, and relevant samples to: maggie@saolta.com (cc: nick@saolta.com) Find out more: saolta.com/2025/12/09/ten…

Engaging and important session yesterday with @WaterfordCounci management on #SustainableDevelopment and the #SDGs #Globalgoals Local Governments across the Island can do so much to contribute to Sustainable Development locally.

The @IDEAIreland #AdultandCommunityEducation working group held an insightful meeting last week chaired by Susan Cabezas from @selfhelpafrica. Great to hear all the updates from everyone and the work being done in the sector on impact. #GCE #ACE

Brilliant meeting of minds between the #Saolta Team and the Saolta Steering Group today in Dublin, with a huge thanks to all. Much bonding and deep #GCE conversation happened over a delicious lunch. #ACE #GLOBALED #AdultLearning #lifelonglearning