Culture Connect

14/10/2026

Absolutely true!

Young people don't develop their skills alone.

Behind effective youth support are trainers, educators, youth workers, social workers, psychologists, career consultants and other professionals who create opportunities for learning and growth.

That's why SKIF doesn't focus only on young people.

The project also supports the professionals working with them.

Through transnational learning, training and practical resources, professionals can strengthen their ability to:

• deliver employability skills training
• create more inclusive learning environments
• understand the needs of young people with fewer opportunities
• apply practices based on inclusion and diversity
• provide effective educational and career support

When professionals have better tools, young people can receive better support.

Investing in youth means investing in the people who work alongside them, too.

12/10/2026

🌱 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝟏𝐬𝐭 & 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬! 🌱

Our PeacePlus Social Entrepreneurship Training starts this week and we have a few spots left!
Have an idea that could make a difference in your community? We’ll help you turn it into action — with a business hat and a community heart.
COHORT 1 - DUNDALK
📍 This Thursday, 15th Oct | 10:30am - 12:30pm 98 Bridge Street, Dundalk, A91 YW56
COHORT 2 - DROGHEDA
📍 This Saturday, 17th Oct | 10:30am - 3:00pm Drogheda - Church of Ireland, Peter Street, A92 AP95
Same programme, two locations – choose the one that suits you best.
✅ Free programme
✅ Practical, friendly & supportive
✅ For anyone with an idea or early-stage social enterprise

Few spots left – book now!
👉 Register via the QR code on the flyer or on our website Or just DM us for details.
Can’t make it this time? We’ll have more cohorts starting in the New Year – DM us to join the waiting list.
Supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

11/10/2026

What a joy to speak briefly about Social Enterprise in Europe and Ireland, share Culture Connect's journey as a Social Enterprise, and have my colleague, Dr. Deirdre MCQuillan share information on our current PeacePlus Social Entrepreneurship programme.

To me, a social enterprise approach means a business hat and a community heart. It has been a pleasure walking this pathway for over 16 years — seeing it grow and evolve despite the challenges has been truly exciting.

Huge thanks to everyone who has walked with us, especially the lovely people of Drogheda Living in Drogheda (helpful and positive only) and our home at the Barbican Centre, where it all started. We're growing, and it's time for a bigger space! 😅

Thanks so much to Irina Volia and the Arts and Wellbeing team for the invite and for hosting such a brilliant event with amazing speakers👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

28/09/2026

Announcement 📢

25/09/2026

We are delighted to have partnered with St. John's NS, St. Paul's and Marymount National Schools to deliver English Language classes to parents last term, and we welcome St. Oliver's Community College to this collaborative partnership this term🤗
Another 8-week session will commence next week. We were happy to meet with the schools' HSCL officers this week to kick-start the classes, including assessing parents' levels. We look forward to working together and welcoming participants to the programme next week.
This project is part of our Integration and Advancement Ladder Project, which is sponsored by the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration.

22/09/2026

📚 Train-the-Trainer Course – Trinity CertTESOL

Culture Connect is offering Trinity CertTESOL training as part of our Integration & Advancement Programme, starting this Saturday, 26th September!

Gain the skills and confidence to teach English to speakers of other languages and work towards a recognised teaching certification.

💻 SEPTEMBER – ONLINE
📅 26th September- 17th December
🕘 Saturdays: 9.00 am–5.00 pm
🕕 Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6.00 pm–9.00 pm

💻 NOVEMBER – ONLINE
📅 2nd–27th November
🕘 Monday to Friday: 9.00 am–5.00 pm

Develop practical skills in lesson planning, classroom management and intercultural communication through Trinity CertTESOL training.

⚡ Limited places available – register now!

Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit our website to find out more and register.

This training is sponsored by the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. Department of Justice Ireland

22/09/2026

21/09/2026

Highlights from the SKIF – Skills for Future Youth Employability Project Dissemination Event!

What a wonderful day bringing together educators, young people and community leaders!

The event provided an opportunity to:
- share the project's activities, learning and outcomes
- hear directly from young people about their experiences of the training
- showcase some of the approaches and resources developed through SKIF
- reflect on the importance of soft skills in strengthening young people's employability
- explore how the learning from the project can continue to support young people and youth organisations locally

It was truly inspiring to hear participants share their experiences and see the positive impact of building confidence, soft skills and employability skills.

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported the programme, and to Boomerang Centre & Cafe for hosting the event! 👏👏👏

A huge thank you to our project partner Projecteka Association from Bulgaria, to our CC staff and trainers, to Léargas, our National Agency, and to Erasmus+ for the sponsorship.

Hopefully, this soft skills training will remain sustainable and continue to benefit our young generation into the future.