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Co-design for community

Callan, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Joined February 2016
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We went to Parliament surrounded by amazing people doing great things! Massive thanks to @colinsmythmsp & Emma Harper, the brilliant @Rosie_Lynch o @CallanWUnion @Art27Scotland, @LochsideLIFT16 & all those who joined/are having conversations this work needs #CultureInCommunities
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Following intense focus groups, the 'National Traveller Heritage Strategy' national consultations are underway - today it started in Collins Barracks 🥰
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Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures Save the date: 26th to the 29th of Sept 2024 Exploring the deeper appreciation of the nomadic ways of life and the interconnectedness of all cultures 🥰
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The future of care is in our neighbourhoods. The only sustainable way to respect rights is through flourishing and inclusive communities. This requires a 180 degree shift in our thinking, but you can sense that there is a will for change. @citizen_network citizen-network.org/library/…
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We support an increase in @artscouncil_ie funding to €160m in #Budget2025. At a time of record demand, escalating costs for artists & arts organisations, and a record shortfall in funding requests met, increased investment is needed to support the sector l8r.it/dQLc
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Our final plenary of the day is a passionate discussion on the housing crisis in Ireland. Are Ireland's tax laws to blame for the housing crisis? #RethinkGrowth2024 #WellbeingEconomy
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We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of artist and former @CreateIreland Director Dr. Ailbhe Murphy. Deeply passionate about artists and communities working together, she made lasting contributions to the arts and will be sadly missed.
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Discover the untold stories and lived experiences of Ireland's Traveller community on the new Mincéirí Archive website minceiriarchives.ie which launched today. Uncover a history that has been overlooked and hear directly from Mincéirí themselves in their own words. #Mincéirí #IrishHistory #TravellerHeritage
The Mincéirí Archive website is an exploration of Ireland's only indigenous ethnic minority, seeking to uncover a history that has been overlooked. Stories and lived experiences told by #Mincéirí themselves in their own words. The website will be available from 29th April, 2024
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A moving discussion about Traveller heritage, identity, artefacts and art with Seamus Nolan and Dr. Rosaleen McDonagh @paveebeoir. And the challenges of collaboration and connection. A wonderful friendship to behold. Hosted by Charles Duggan @heritage_dublin
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If your in Kilkenny area join us tommorow at @CallanWUnion for a potluck lunch from 12pm and to learn about Praxis!
Join us for lunch and to learn about Praxis and what we do at @CallanWUnion Workhouse Union, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. Saturday 20th of April!
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Join us for lunch and to learn about Praxis and what we do at @CallanWUnion Workhouse Union, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. Saturday 20th of April!
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Great piece on the #ReimaginingElderhood project and film in this month’s @RIAIOnline about co-creation between architects and end users in neighbour redesign. Particularly loved the quote about vibrancy in older age and emphasis on inter generational living @SOA_ie @IFICInfo
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Time to Assemble! Join @KCATArtsCentre in partnership w/ @ADIarts for Assemble: a 2 day symposium exploring Irelands inclusive theatre industry. at @projectarts 6 - 7 Nov more info: projectartscentre.ie/event/a…
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Emerging architects and architectural graduates. Come and work with us in Kilkenny!
Town Ecologies invites three Irish emerging architects / architectural graduates to develop their co-design, creative placemaking and community engagement skills and experience. A paid opportunity with mentorship and training support. Full details here: workhouseunion.com/town-ecol…
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Congratulations to European #CommunityLandTrust Member @SOA_ie for winning the @Rethink_Ireland social enterprise development fund for their work supporting participatory, non-speculative #communityledhousing which empowers communities to achieve secure, affordable homes.🎉
SOA are honoured to be one of the 8 awardees of @Rethink_Ireland‘s 2023 #SEDFund. Looking forward to embarking on this process over the next six months, and thank you Rethink for supporting our mission and #communityledhousing !
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So, #Kilkenny embraced Traveller Pride with a special event at @butlergallery in the heart of the city today ... kclr96fm.com/song-sun-and-sm…
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Kilkenny Traveller Pride 2023 @butlergallery Tues 11 July, 12pm-4pm This is a sneak peek into some of the items that will be show cased. Visitors on the day, can print their own tote bag using a screen composition of designs. @CallanWUnion @michelle_mcmahon_art @KilkennyLP
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Only 8 Days until our #TravellerPride event in @butlergallery We cannot wait, it will be a great day for all. Hope to see you all there
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Bravo to our powerhouse Creative Producer Ailbhe Cunnigham who deftly juggled many roles yesterday #MakingNeighbourhoods #ReimaginingElderhood
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