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  1. Our Impact
  2. Our Stories

Our Stories

Our Story: Glenbrohane Local Hub

Watch: The story of Glenbrohane Local Hub, who received capacity building support from Ballyhoura Development to develop into a centre for community activity and a social outlet for its members. Read more

Published: 31st December, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Ballyhoura Food Programme

Watch: The story of the Ballyhoura Development Food programme and the positive impact on children and families supported at a time of crisis. Read more

Published: 11th November, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Promoting Youth Employment

Watch: Young people between 15-24 talk about their progression to education, employment and training, supported by Ballyhoura Development, through SICAP. Read more

Published: 10th October, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: Kildorrery Community Development Association

Listen: The story of Kildorrery Community Development Assocation who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable model of local community development. Read more

Published: 4th October, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Doon Social Farm

Watch: The story of BRS - Doon Social Farm who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable social enterprise who deliver educational and social programmes in East Limerick. Read more

Published: 4th October, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Supporting Social Enterprise

Watch: CareBright staff discuss the structure of CareBright Community in Bruff, Co. Limerick, a social enterprise supported by Ballyhoura Development. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: Promoting Social Inclusion

Our Story: Promoting Social Inclusion

Watch: People from 2 communities recount the process and their experience of working with Ballyhoura Development to develop the Community Inclusion Toolkit. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: Promoting Community Heritage

Listen: Community members from Knocklong paint a short audio picture of their community and their hopes and plans for the future of their community. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Stories: LEADER Projects

Our Stories: LEADER Projects

Read: about some of the projects which have been funded and supported by Ballyhoura Development, through LEADER. Read more

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 30th August, 2021

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Stories: Women's Rural Entrepreneurship Network

Our Stories: Women's Rural Entrepreneurship Network

Read: about some of the amazing female entrepreneurs and their budding businesses: Read more

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 30th August, 2021

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Stories: Healthcare Opportunities for Women

Our Stories: Healthcare Opportunities for Women

Read: Our participants have shared their stories of how the Healthcare Opportunities for Women programme has helped them to date. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2021

Updated: 30th August, 2021

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Ability Programme Reflections - Siobháin Steele

Our Story: Ability Programme Reflections - Siobháin Steele

Watch: Siobhain Steele talks about her experience as a Work Placement Employer for Ballyhoura Development's Ability Programme. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Dylan Dawson

Our Story: Supporting Families

Our Story: Supporting Families

Listen: some of the children who attend Battview Matters Homework Club in Charleville speak about some of their experiences through the Club. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: The Ballyhoura Development Rural Social Scheme

Watch: How female participants of the Ballyhoura Development Rural Social Scheme benefited from working in administration and community-based roles of the scheme. Read more

Published: 4th January, 2021

Updated: 28th February, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Mitchelstown Social Hub

Listen: Members of Mitchelstown Social Hub, supported by Ballyhoura Development, discuss their journey of establishing the hub and building the capacity of their volunteer leaders who provide critical support to the community. Read more

Published: 3rd January, 2021

Updated: 16th March, 2022

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Social Enterprise in Action

Watch: A profile of some of the vibrant social enterprises in the Ballyhoura area, compiled as part of the RurAction Project Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2021

Updated: 12th November, 2021

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: A year in the Life of Healthcare Opportunities for Women

Watch: A Year in a life of Healthcare Opportunities for Women Programme provides a powerful snapshot of what the programme is about. Read more

Published: 24th August, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Jana Mannion

Our Story: Ability Programme - Film Making

Our Story: Ability Programme - Film Making

Watch: In this video, participants of the Ability Programme share their experiences of exploring film making and collecting money for charity. Read more

Published: 18th June, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Dylan Dawson

Our Story: Ability Programme Reflections - Diarmuid McIntyre

Our Story: Ability Programme Reflections - Diarmuid McIntyre

Watch: Diarmuid McIntyre from Grey Heron Media talks about his experience as a Work Placement Employer for Ballyhoura Development's Ability Programme. Read more

Published: 15th June, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Dylan Dawson

Our Story: Fostering positive Impact

Watch: Hear from the people who are part of the CareBright community and their family members about the positive impact this Social Enterprise has had on their lives. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: Getting Older Citizens Online

Watch: Supporting older people to become confident online and to use everyday apps, through Ballyhoura Development's Digital Skills for Citizens Programme. Read more

Published: 13th May, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Ciara Shorley

Our Story: Reducing Rural Isolation

Watch: The Mitchelstown Social Hub, supported by Ballyhoura Development, provides a regular and vibrant social outlet for older people to meet and connect. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2020

Updated: 6th January, 2023

Author: Ciara Shorley

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  • LEADER 2023 - 2027 Ballyhoura Development Local Development Strategy (LDS) Consultation

    LEADER 2023 - 2027 Ballyhoura Development Local Development Strategy (LDS) Consultation

    Over the coming months, Ballyhoura Development is developing a Local Development Strategy for the communities in the Ballyhoura area.

  • Tax and Self Assessment System

    Tax and Self Assessment System

    The online training designed for businesses and the self-employed giving an overview of the Tax and Self Assessment System in Ireland.

  • Ballyhoura Young Voices Art Competition!

    Ballyhoura Young Voices Art Competition!

    Ballyhoura Development is inviting young people aged 4-18 to be creative and to share their vision of the Ballyhoura area with us by submitting a drawing, painting, cartoon or video!

  • Global Development begins with YOUth!

    Global Development begins with YOUth!

    An opportunity for young people (aged 15-24) in the Ballyhoura area to come together to Think Global and Act Local.

Most read

  • Jobs Board

    Jobs Board

    A weekly round-up of job opportunities and vacancies in the Ballyhoura area compiled by the Local Area Employment Service.

  • Contact Us

    Contact details for Ballyhoura Development offices.

  • Community Food Initiatives (CFI)

    Community Food Initiatives (CFI)

    The Community Food Initiatives Programme (CFI) aims to help children and families in low-income communities to improve their eating habits, and to learn about the benefits of good nutrition.

  • Local Area Employment Service

    Local Area Employment Service

    The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help you find suitable, sustainable employment.

  • Ballyhoura Science Fair 2022

    Ballyhoura Science Fair 2022

    The Ballyhoura Science Fair is back with a BANG, whizzle and roar, and all are welcome!

  • Ballyhoura Winter Networking Forum

    Ballyhoura Winter Networking Forum

    On Saturday, January 28th, Ballyhoura Development CLG invite all community members to the 2022 Winter Networking Forum.

  • Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

    Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

    Online job interviews are becoming increasingly common. The Ballyhoura Jobs Club are here to help you to make your Zoom or Skype interview a success.

  • The Glenbrohane Local Hub Fundraising Appeal

    The Glenbrohane Local Hub Fundraising Appeal

    The Local Hub in Glenbrohane is seeking your help in raising funds for the construction of the new facility where they intend to create an exciting new space known as The Local Hub.

  • Community Law and Mediation Service

    Community Law and Mediation Service

    An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.

  • Rural Development (LEADER) Programme 2014-2020

    Rural Development (LEADER) Programme 2014-2020

    Under the LEADER Programme for 2014-2020, a budget of €250 million in grant aid is being provided to support rural communities and local businesses in Ireland.

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