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Together, WeCan all work together to make the world a better, more inclusive, and more environmentally friendly place. An initiative by CluneTech.

WeCan is a not-for-profit that provides adults with intellectual disabilities opportunities for paid meaningful employment, helps them be a part of their communities and has a positive impact on the environment. What we do:
- Provide adults with intellectual disabilities meaningful employment.
- Drive participation in the deposit return scheme.
- Actively play a role in protecting our environment

by reducing litter and waste.
- Offer businesses a sustainable and practical solution for returning their cans and bottles.
- Advocate for an inclusive society.
- Further benefit communities by donating any excess funds raised to local charities and causes. We cannot do this without the support of local businesses. If you are interested in registering as a supporter, please visit our website wecan.ie.

02/04/2026

To mark World Autism Awareness Day, we are recognising the importance of inclusive employment for people with autism and intellectual disabilities and spotlighting the work of WeCan ambassadors Jamie, Ross and Adam 🩵

Each week they work with businesses across Kilkenny collecting returnable bottles and cans through Ireland’s Deposit Re-turn Scheme, supporting organisations with their recycling and helping reduce waste in the local community. This is meaningful, paid work that makes a practical difference every day for businesses, for the environment and for the wider community 🌎

WeCan is a not- for-profit initiative launched by CluneTech in partnership with SOS Kilkenny, creating opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities to take part in working life through real roles with real responsibility.

Initiatives like WeCan show what can happen when local partnerships create opportunities that support businesses, strengthen communities and make working life more accessible to more people.

Today is a chance to recognise the value of opportunity, contribution, and participation in working life and to celebrate what becomes possible when space is made for everyone to take part 🚀

If you're a business or organisation in Kilkenny who would like support with collecting your returnable bottles and cans and reaching your ESG goals, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch with us via email ➡️ [email protected]

30/10/2025

For our latest WeCan Supporter Spotlight, we’re shining a light on Meubles - Home of Inspiration, one of Ireland’s leading home and lifestyle retailers, whose commitment to community and sustainability reflects what WeCan is all about 🧡

In part one of this two-part series, we caught up with Dara O'Reilly-Daly, Head of Online and Marketing Manager at Meubles, to hear her thoughts on their support of WeCan. Dara spoke about the importance of acting locally and environmentally, and how supporting inclusivity has become an easy and meaningful part of their business through our initiative 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

"WeCan is such a well-organized initiative - no stone has been left unturned. It’s very progressive and has made it so easy for us to take part. I think other organizations will really see the benefit of getting involved.” - Dara O’Reilly Daly, Meubles.

Watch part one below to hear more from Dara and see how Meubles is supporting inclusion and sustainability through WeCan.

Stay tuned for part two, where we’ll visit Café Meubles to see how inclusion and community come to life every day 🫶

Learn how your business can make a difference ➡️ [email protected] 💙🧡

17/10/2025

WeCan are incredibly proud to have been recognised with Best Use of CSR in HR at the 2025 HR Leadership & Management Awards 🤩🏆

This award shines a light on our mission to create meaningful employment for adults with intellectual disabilities, providing opportunities to work, grow and contribute to our community with pride and purpose 🧡

With the continued support of CluneTech , WeCan has grown into something truly special. Together, we’re creating real impact for individuals, local businesses and the environment, proving that inclusion benefits everyone.

This recognition belongs to our wonderful team, our supporters and our exclusive partner SOS Kilkenny 🫶 Every achievement, big or small, is a reminder of what’s possible when everyone, regardless of circumstance is given the chance to thrive.

Read More ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ev6bcfdr

25/09/2025

WeCan Wins Community Programme of the Year at the 2025 Sustainable Business Impact Awards! 🏆

We’re excited to announce that WeCan has been recognised by Chambers Ireland for driving inclusion and sustainability within our community! 💙

This award is a proud milestone in our journey to create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities while protecting our environment 🌍

Since launching in March 2024, WeCan has shown how Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme can be transformed into a force for social impact as well as environmental change.

A huge thank you to our team, our exclusive partner SOS Kilkenny CLG, and the many businesses who have supported WeCan. This award belongs to you all and we look forward to creating even more opportunities together! 🙌

Read More: https://lnkd.in/eV2thEpr

Interested in coming on board as a supporter? Please email [email protected] 💙

24/09/2025

Last week, we were delighted to join a panel discussion at the AIPCO September Educational Event Inclusive Impact: Shaping the Future of Business Events through EDI at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin 🙌

Our Project Lead John McCarthy joined the Lived Experience Panel Discussion alongside Mariam Asiyanbi from Horse Racing Ireland Division and Laura O'Donovan (She/Her) from the Irish Centre for Diversity.

John shared the story of WeCan, a CluneTech initiative and the impact it has had on his son Adam and our WeCan ambassadors, and spoke about how we can all play a part in creating more inclusive environments in the events and hospitality industry as well as in our wider communities.

The day was full of inspiring speakers and honest conversations. It was a real reminder that inclusion is built on listening to lived experiences in the moment and taking action so that everyone feels like they belong.

We left with new connections, fresh ideas and even more determination to keep inclusion at the heart of everything we do 🧡

Thank you AIPCO - Association of Irish Professional Conference Organisers and Fintua for this opportunity to continue sharing our story 🚀

05/09/2025

At WeCan, we’re proud to show how much can be achieved through community and collective action 🧡

On this International Day of Charity, we’re not only celebrating the impact WeCan has already made in Kilkenny, but also some of the recent recognition we have received.

Earlier this quarter, our Project Lead John McCarthy was invited by TransferMate ’s Hayleigh Aherne and Shauna Stanley to share WeCan’s journey so far, the difference we're making in our community, and the role of our exclusive partnership with SOS Kilkenny in helping WeCan accelerate to new heights in 2025.

We’ve loved every moment of growing our network of wonderful businesses in Kilkenny and are beyond excited to see what the future holds 🙌

A big thank you to Hayleigh and Shauna for shining a spotlight on WeCan and giving us the opportunity to share our story 💙

If your interested in coming on board, simply email [email protected] and we’ll tell you everything you need to know! 🥳

12/08/2025

Recently, the WeCan team visited one of our fantastic supporters, Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, right in the heart of the Marble City! ✨

The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is a much-loved part of Kilkenny, known for its warm welcome and friendly team. During our visit, we got to see first-hand the pride they take in their work and the genuine support they show for local initiatives like WeCan 💙

We’re so grateful for their commitment to helping us create meaningful employment for adults with intellectual disabilities while also protecting our environment.

A huge thank-you to everyone at the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel for being part of the WeCan journey 🙌

Looking for a more convenient way to return your cans and bottles? WeCan is the ideal solution for your business. We’d love to have you on this journey with us!

Email [email protected] if you’d like to learn more 🧡

25/07/2025

Last week, we had the absolute pleasure of joining our friends at SOS Kilkenny to celebrate something very special...their 50th birthday! 🎂🎉

The day was full of fun, laughter and connection, meeting all of those involved around our community. It was a fantastic reminder of the incredible work SOS Kilkenny has done over the past five decades.

We’re so proud to have SOS Kilkenny as our exclusive partner here at WeCan. Together, we’re showing just how powerful community, purpose and inclusion can be.

From everyone at WeCan, we want to thank the amazing team at SOS Kilkenny for everything you’ve done and continue to do. Here's to the next 50! 💛

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