Our Stories

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

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

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

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

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

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

Latest

Caring for our Well-Being | Managing Stress | Interactive Course

This course is for people who would like to work together with others in a supportive environment to explore ways to enhance their well-being and ways of managing stress.

Supporting Yourself as a Parent | Interactive Course

This course provides an opportunity for parents to look together at the joys and difficulties of parenthood in these times and to support each other and learn from each other.

RurAction Final Conference and International Policy Roundtable

The RurAction network has investigated several aspects of social innovation and social entrepreneurship within rural areas throughout Europe. Two events are organised to share the research findings with a broader audience.

Interactive Information Session | Career Opportunities for Women | Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival.

This interactive, information workshop is designed to enable attendees to engage with current participants in the Healthcare Opportunities for Women Programme.

Ballyhoura Development Receives Mayor's Recognition

Ballyhoura Development has been officially recognised by the Mayor of Co Cork, Cllr Ian Doyle, for its positive contribution and support to local communities throughout the Covid 19 crisis.

Healthcare Opportunities for Women

This programme provides unique and tailored supports to women who have been out of work and want to build the confidence and skills to return to the workplace.

Ballyhoura Afterschool Attendees Keep Busy at Home

Staff at Ballyhoura Development Afterschool Services continue to support children and families who use the service.

Updated Supports for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

On May 18th 2020, the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation published updated details of supports available to businesses impacted by COVID-19. Available to download here.

Workshop: Letter of Application & CV Preparation

This workshop is aimed at women who are seeking to return to work during the current COVID crisis & beyond. It is the first workshop in a series of three training webinars being offered as part of the Career Opportunities for Women Programme.

Virtual Interviews & Online Job Applications Workshops

Two online training workshops, presented by Ballyhoura Jobs Club, specifically geared toward unemployed people to provide assistance with preparing for a virtual interview and for job searching effectively online.

Restarting Your Organisation or Business: Continuity During & Post COVID-19

This training presented by Tom O'Leary and delivered through Zoom, is designed for individuals, groups and social enterprises who are evaluating their businesses, communities and social enterprises in the new age of Covid-19.

Attention All Past & Current Digital Skills Learners

If you are currently enrolled in a Digital Skills course or have taken part in one in the past, you will receive some reminders and tips over the coming days to help you to stay connected.

New COVID-19 Income Support Scheme

An expansion of the National COVID-19 Income Support Scheme was announced today, and will provide enhanced financial support to Irish workers and companies affected by current events.

Making the Most of Your Business Presentations

These two online training workshops will be delivered over two days and are aimed at businesses wishing to target new markets and new customers online as we move into the reopening phase across business sectors.