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Kerry Public Participation Network is the best way your group or community can become involved in shaping the future of Co Kerry. Membership of the PPN provides opportunities for better representation, networking, information sharing and input into policy development Read more
Registration is easy. Simply click here and complete the Registration Form. There is no charge. Registered groups receive regular updates, information on funding opportunities and also benefit from the group insurance scheme.
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Kerry is continuing to welcome large numbers of Ukrainian refugees fleeing the terrible situation in their home country. We want to build on the warm welcome the people of Kerry have given to the Ukrainian people and help to integrate them into our communities.
As Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership builds on our coordination plan, we are collating information from sports clubs, sports facilities, sport/activity camps, gyms, outdoor facilities etc. on activities or events, they are running that could include the Ukrainians within their community. This can be in any form, no matter how big or small, from Summer Camps, open days, fun days, waiving fees, providing free classes, equipment, activities to donating sports gear etc. Also, your weekly club activity schedule so we can signpost people to where and when the sessions are on etc.
If your club or group has any plans on how they can welcome and integrate this new community,please take 3 minutes to fill out the information in the online form at this link:
We will be in touch again directly should we seek to gain further specific details on the information you provide.
Our hope is that collectively we might be able to provide a semblance of normality and hope to those displaced.
Thank you to all the clubs and individuals who have reached out already.
It is massively appreciated.
We look forward to more of the same and using sport and physical activity as that vehicle to bring people together, feel welcomed and part of the community.
Read MoreAre You Hosting or considering hosting Ukrainian Refugees in Kerry?
Kerry Community Response Forum is organising a webinar that will provide information and assistance to households hosting Ukrainian refugees and households considering becoming a host.
This webinar will allow you to share information, ask questions, and find out more about the services and supports available in Kerry so we can help Ukrainian refugees arriving into Ireland to integrate into our community.
Webinar Date: Tuesday 17th May 2022 Time: 19:00 Pre-registration is required at the following link: Register: https://cutt.ly/GHpXaYF
Speakers:
Olga Lacey, Irish Red Cross
Topic: Expectations when hosting Ukrainian refugees
Olga Lacey – Migration Services Resettlement Caseworker. Background in international peacebuilding, security, and development practice. Previous experience working as a Project Officer with ‘All Together in Dignity, Ireland’, and with IOM (International Organisation for Migration) – UN Migration, in South Eastern Africa.
Elisa Babkina, NASC, the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre
Topic – Ukrainian Culture
Elisa was born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine. At age of 17 she moved to Poland to obtain MA degree in International Relations with the focus on Peace and Reconciliation Studies, where she run a Student Association to research and tackle the issues on racism and xenophobia. She has a keen interest in human rights and arts and volunteered to numerous NGOs in Ukraine. Currently, she is working as a Community Sponsorship Officer at NASC.
Mary Carroll, Tralee International Resource Centre (TIRC)
Topic: Resources and supports available to Ukrainian Refugees in Kerry
Mary Carroll has been the co-ordinator of the Tralee International Resource Centre since 2009, an NGO which works to support and help the international community to integrate into their new lives in Tralee. With a background in Equality, having worked as Equality Officer for the development NGO Concern, and also for the Irish Farmer’s Association, she is passionate about helping less advantaged members of the community. She has worked as a trainer, specialising in working with community groups, and in personal development.
Questions & Answers Panellists
Olga Lacey Irish Red Cross
Elisa Babkina, NASC, the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre
Mary Carroll Tralee International Resource Centre (TIRC)
Marilyn Counihan Kerry Immigrant Support Centre (KASI)
Caroline Doyle Health Service Executive (HSE)
Ann O’Dwyer Kerry Education Training Board (KETB)
Gerard Curtain Department of Social Protection
Éamonn O’Reilly North East West Kerry Development (NEWKD)
Éadaoin Moynihan South Kerry Development Partnership (SKDP)
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Registration now open for new Community Centre Investment Fund
The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced registration is now open for a new €15 million capital fund for the upgrade and refurbishment of Community Centres.
All interested applicants must register online atgov.ie/CommunityCentresFund
Registration for the fund must be completed prior to submitting a formal application.The formal application process will open on Tuesday 7th June and closes on Thursday 14thJuly 2022.
Information session for applicants
The Minister also announced that her Department will host online information sessions on: Wednesday 18th May 2:30 – 4pmand Wednesday 1st June 2:30 – 4pm.
These information sessions will provide guidance on the application process.
Applicants can also register to attend an information session at gov.ie/CommunityCentresFund
“It’s vitally important for local groups and organisations to:
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2)Attend the information sessions and learn about the application process and criteria before submitting their formal application.
“Completing these 2 important steps will help to ensure your organisation is well placed to submit a strong application to this Fund”
Details of upcoming Forest Connections events below; all booking links can be found here.
All events supported by The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Please forward on to any interested parties!
Family Biodiversity Woodland Walk, Killaclohane Coillte Forest, 26th May 4.00 - 6.00pm; a fun look at the trees, plants, insects and animals and some nature play, part of Biodiversity Week, supported by Kerry County Council. Free to attend but booking essential.
Parent and Toddler Woodland Fun in Ballyseedy Woods, 7th and 14th June, 10.30 to 11.30; woodland nature play, nature art and stories about trees, €15 for 2 sessions.
Practical Nature Connection, Derrynane House, Friday 10th June from 11.00 to 2.30. A hands on workshop for rangers, scientists, educators, trainers and facilitators to engage their target audiences in outdoor nature education, part of the Discover Derrynane Weekend. €15 per person.
Family Woodland Nature Connection in Rossacroo Coillte Forest, 11th June, 11.30 to 1.30; nature connection, forest skills and some nature play for families! €15 per family with any combination of adults and children.
Summer Camps - There will be Forest Summer Camps in Tralee and Dingle; dates and locations to be confirmed.
Please contact Cathy Eastman for further details or information. If you have a group you think would benefit from the Forest Connections Project, please get in touch.
Cathy Eastman
Forest Connections
085 7782289
