Call to Tender for Panel of Trainers and Facilitators 2024-2028

Call to Tender for Panel of Trainers and Facilitators 2024-2028 Background County Wicklow Partnership County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG., trading as County Wicklow Partnership (CWP) is a local development company which delivers a range of services supporting individuals and communities in the county. The vision of CWP is to “To effect change in the county…

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SICAP Employment & Enterprise Officer

Exciting Employment Opportunity   SICAP Employment & Enterprise Officer Contract of indefinite duration, funding dependent Part-time 28 hours per week   County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow.   County Wicklow Partnership has…

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Project Worker, Wicklow Child & Family Project

Exciting Employment Opportunity   Experienced Project Worker with The Wicklow Child & Family Project – Full time   County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, family support, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow.   The Wicklow Child &…

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Employment Opportunity: Social Prescribing & Well-being Co-ordinator

Social Prescribing & Well-being Co-ordinator (CH06 – East & South Wicklow)   County Wicklow Partnership is seeking applications from suitably qualitied candidates for the role of our Social Prescribing & Well-being Co-ordinator.   The Social Prescribing Service is a partnership initiative which aims to link persons into activities within their communities to improve their health…

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Employment Opportunity: Addiction Youth Worker

County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, family support, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership’s, Wicklow Child & Family Project wishes to appoint a Project Worker – Full time The Wicklow Child & Family Project…

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Employment Opportunity: Addiction Youth Worker

Addiction Youth Worker – Full time – fixed term 1 year   This position is a fixed term contract for 1 year and, if successful, will be mainstreamed on the HSE SLA process. The role is funded directly through “ECRDATF and HSE Addiction Services”.   County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company…

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Opportunity to shape the next LEADER Programme in Wicklow

Wicklow Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) along with partners County Wicklow Partnership (CWP) and Wicklow County Council are preparing a new Local Development Strategy for the next LEADER Rural Development Programme. They are holding a series of public meetings and inviting anyone interested in influencing what is included in the strategy to come to voice…

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Request for Tenders: Development of a new Company Strategic Plan 2024-2027

  County Wicklow Partnership CLG is seeking to engage a suitably qualified consultancy to assist in the development of a new Company Strategic Plan 2024-2027 Company Vision Statement “To effect change in the county by supporting the social, cultural, economic and environmental Wellbeing of individuals, families, groups and communities in County Wicklow” Background: County Wicklow…

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Addiction Studies Course Now Open for Applications

Addiction Studies Course QQI level 7 supported by the East Coast Regional Drugs and Alcohol Task Force and the SICAP Programme in County Wicklow Partnership starting October 2022 in Croi Rath Naoi Community Development Project, St Brigid’s Hall Rathnew 100 hours duration over the academic year with classes every Thursday morning 10 a.m. to 1…

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Employment Opportunity; New Communities Community Development Worker

County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG (CWP) is a Local Development Company which delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. Under the SICAP programme we are seeking a New Communities Community Development Worker who will engage with the Asylum Seekers, Refugees and New Communities…

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Employment Opportunity

Employment Opportunity  Project Worker with The Wicklow Child & Family Project (12-month contract) County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, family support, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. The Wicklow Child & Family Project provides a community-based family…

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Recruitment: Development Worker with the East Coast Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force

County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG (CWP) is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership is the current awardee of a tender to host, support and line manage a Development Worker on behalf of the East…

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SUMMIT SOCIAL

Social Enterprise Video Training Series for Young People – Launching Spring 2021 County Wicklow Partnership has teamed up with icecream architecture – winners of the Social Enterprise UK award for ‘Inspiring Youth’ – to create an innovative set of training videos with all the tips and tricks necessary to allow young people ‘Be the Difference’…

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CWP’s Social Enterprise Climb Programme – Award Winners Announced

County Wicklow Partnership, in conjunction with The Entrepreneurs Academy & funded through the LEADER Rural Development Programme are exceptionally proud to announce the ‘Unearthing in Co. Wicklow of 8 New Social Enterprises, 7 Socially aware & developing social enterprises and 4 enterprises who have all just completed the first pilot of the CWP Social Enterprise…

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Social Enterprise CLIMB to support Rural Youth in Social Enterprise Start Ups

County Wicklow Partnership are excited to launch Social Enterprise Climb – a training programme to guide Wicklows youth in developing their social enterprise ideas! Social Enterprise CLIMB will serve to guide young social entrepreneurs to fulfil on their vision and mission. County Wicklow Partnership has engaged The Entrepreneurs Academy to recruit and engage with 40…

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Targeted Call for LEADER Biodiversity Applications 2020

County Wicklow Partnership on behalf of Wicklow LCDC invites community groups and individuals based in County Wicklow to submit Expressions of Interest for funding under the LEADER / Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 for biodiversity projects. A total budget of €200,000 is being made available to applicants and grant amounts will range between €5,000 (min) and…

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Maynooth University Certificate in Addiction Studies

County Wicklow Partnership along with Maynooth University and East Coast Regional Drugs & Alcohol Task Force are inviting interested people to apply for a Certificate in Addiction Studies. Course Content This course focuses on introducing participants to current debates on addiction. On completion, participants will have become familiar with the contemporary addiction theory as well…

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Recruitment: Project Worker with Wicklow Child & Family Project

County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, family support, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership’s, Wicklow Child & Family Project wishes to appoint a Project Worker for a Part-time Maternity Leave Cover position, working 21…

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Survey of Wicklow Community Groups on response to COVID-19

County Wicklow Partnership along with our partners in county wicklow, Wicklow County Council, Co Wicklow PPN, Co Wicklow Volunteer Centre, Co Wicklow Citizens Information Service, HSE, Bray Area Partnership, An Post, Munitir na Tire, Co Wicklow GAA, Local Link (Transport), Alone, Co Wicklow Children & Young People’s Services Committee, An Garda Siochana and other agencies are…

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Coronavirus Update: We are open

County Wicklow Partnership will continue to operate, however in the interest of public health we have suspended our usual practice of personal face-to-face meetings and training programmes. Individuals or community groups can still avail of our advice and supports via phone and email. Contact a member of staff or our Head Office in Arklow on…

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Call to Tender for Panel of Trainers and Facilitators 2020-2022

Call to Tender for Panel of Trainers and Facilitators 2020-2022 County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG., trading as County Wicklow Partnership (CWP) is a local development company which delivers a range of services supporting individuals and communities in the county. County Wicklow Partnership invites suitably qualified applicants to tender for placement on a panel of trainers…

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Recruitment: SICAP Programme Co-ordinator Maternity Leave Cover

Employment Opportunity SICAP Programme Co-ordinator Maternity Leave Cover Part-time 21 hours per week County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership has been awarded the contract to deliver the Social…

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Funding Boost for Social Enterprises in Co Wicklow – Four enterprises secure funding

County Wicklow Partnership in conjunction with the Department of Rural and Community Development secured a Funding Boost for Four Social Enterprises in Co Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership invited applications from local social enterprises for the Small Capital Grants Scheme, announced in late 2019 by Mr Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development . The fund was…

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Community Women’s Studies Course- Blessington & Carnew

County Wicklow Partnerships’ SICAP Programme, in collaboration with Glending Community Development Group, Carnew Hub and KWETB, will be delivering two free 8 week Community Studies Women’s course in both Blessington and Carnew. Please find details below in poster attached. For more information or to enroll on this free course please contact Mary Millett on 087…

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Sukhvinder Kaur, CWP Wicklow Nominee, Award winner at National ILDN Awards

Nominated and supported by County Wicklow Partnership Sukhvinder Kaur, an inspiring entrepreneur from Wicklow, with her business ‘Sukhi India’, proudly represented Wicklow and the Leinster Region at the 2019 Irish Local Development Network (ILDN) National Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) Awards in the Tullamore Court Hotel last night, the 16th of May. Sukhvinder was…

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Film Course Showcase event

Well done and congratulations to the participants who completed the Film Studies course in Glenealy IT this week. They held a showcase event last Thursday night (4th April 2019) which demonstrated the great journey they have been on which culminated in the creation of inspiring, creative and engaging short films which were premiered on the night! Credit…

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Recruitment: Part-time SICAP Community Development Officer

Employment Opportunity Part-time SICAP Community Development Officer   County Wicklow Community Partnership CLG is a Local Development Company that delivers a range of social inclusion, enterprise, employment and community development programmes for individuals and communities in County Wicklow. County Wicklow Partnership has been awarded the contract to deliver the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme…

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Walks Scheme Open for New Participants

    The Department of Rural and Community Development has recently announced the re-opening of the National Walks Scheme for new participants to join the scheme. The National Walks Scheme facilitates the development and maintenance of many of Ireland’s walking trails.  The scheme assists in the provision of high quality walking trails by private landholders…

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Garda Youth Awards

Garda Youth Awards 2019 Deserving young people from across the county were honoured at the fourth annual Wicklow Garda Youth Awards on the 8th of March in the Parkview Hotel, Newtownmountkennedy. County Wicklow Partnerships SICAP programme was one of the proud sponsors of the event. Young people who, by their very presence, make their communities…

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Information Workshops for Community Grant Schemes 2019

ACCESS FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS FOR YOUR AREA INFORMATION WORKSHOPS FOR  COMMUNITY GRANT SCHEMES IN 2019 LEADER TOWN AND VILLAGE RENEWAL SCHEME RURAL REGENERATION & DEVELOPMENT FUND URBAN REGENERATION & DEVELOPMENT FUND OUTDOOR RECREATION SCHEME Funding Workshops will be run by Wicklow County Council and County Wicklow Partnership on the following dates to provide information…

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Outdoor Recreation Strategy – Public Feed In

The County Wicklow Outdoor Recreation Committee developed the first County Wicklow Outdoor Recreation Strategy in 2009 which had a very positive impact on the development and management of outdoor recreation in the county.  We now welcome your feedback to inform the development of the County Wicklow Outdoor Recreation Strategy 2019 to 2024.  This strategy will…

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Wicklow Trails Passport Launched

County Wicklow Partnership are delighted to launch the Wicklow Trails Passport.  This pilot project, developed using funds from Healthy Ireland, will encourage families located in the Rathdrum area to get out and discover trails in their local community.   The goal of this project will be to encourage families to discover and use walking trails…

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Job Vacancy- Tus Supervisor December 18

The Tús programme is a community work placement initiative managed by Co Wicklow Partnership on behalf of the Department of Social Protection. Key Responsibilities: A key task of the Supervisor is the management of the work performance of the participants in his/her allocated area to establish that quality outputs are achieved from the work placement.  …

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Job Vacancy- SICAP OUTREACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER DECEMBER 18

PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR THE POST OF: SICAP OUTREACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER Purpose of the Post The Outreach Community Development Worker will be responsible for: ·  Establishing contact with individuals and groups in local communities especially disadvantaged communities targeted under SICAP 2018 – 2022 · Supporting local communities in collective action to address local issues and develop community…

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Upcoming courses in Carnew

SICAP is running FREE courses in Carnew!! Barista Skills course starting 21st November for 4 week duration on Wednesdays and Thursdays 9.30am-3.30pm Hair & Beauty Taster course, 12th, 13th 15th November 9.30am-2pm Sugarcraft Worshop 14th November 9.30am-2pm Safepass Training 20th November 8am sharp- 5pm Contact Kay or Gillian for more information on 0402 20955

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Over €1 million in LEADER funding allocated to projects in Co. Wicklow

Community groups and local businesses in County Wicklow have benefited from over €1 million euro in LEADER funding since the programme commenced in November 2017. Despite a delayed start the LEADER / Rural Development Programme (RDP) 2014 -2020 is gaining significant momentum in Wicklow and approximately 22% of the overall project budget of €4.6 million…

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JOB VACANCY: AUGUST 2018 – Rural Development Officer (Maternity Leave Cover)

JOB VACANCY: AUGUST 2018   Post:                           Rural Development Officer (Maternity Leave Cover)   Reporting to:             Chief Executive Officer   Overall purpose of the job:    The Rural Development Officer will work on the implementation of the Local Development Strategy for the delivery of the LEADER / Rural Development Programme 2014 – 2020 (RDP)…

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FREE Social Media Training Course for Tourism Businesses

        Co Wicklow Partnership is running a free social media training programme to support Wicklow-based tourism businesses and not-for-profit enterprises. The training programme will assist tourism businesses build their social media profiles and gain practical skills with the aim of attracting more visitors to Wicklow. Training will be delivered in two stages. Stage…

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LEADER Programme 2014 – 2020: Information on making a LEADER Application

LEADER Programme 2014 – 2020 Information on making a LEADER Application County Wicklow Partnership (CWP) on behalf of Wicklow Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) is welcoming applications to the LEADER Rural Development Programme from communities and enterprises across county Wicklow. You are welcome to contact a County Wicklow Partnership LEADER Development Officer for advice and guidance…

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New! LEADER Grant Funding Announcement NOV 2017

LEADER (2014-2020) Wicklow Partnership as the implementing partner of the Wicklow LCDC for LEADER is pleased to announce is delighted to announce that LEADER Grant funding is now available to be applied on a ‘Rolling’ basis. LEADER (2014-2020) Sub-themes are Rural Tourism; Enterprise Development; Rural Towns; Broadband; Basic Services (Hard to Reach Communities); Rural Youth,…

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Wicklow Community Directory

Get listed on the directory for free if you are a not-for-profit group, club, public service or education provider operating anywhere in Co. Wicklow. Post your news and upcoming events on the What’s On page. Its easy to do and it’s free! Find out more at www.wicklowcommunitydirectory.ie

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Community Services Programme – Social Enterprises

  Are you a social enterprise operating in county Wicklow? County Wicklow Partnership has been invited by the Department of Social Protection / Pobal to submit an Expression of Interest from a selected social enterprise company from the rural area in Co. Wicklow (all of the county outside of Bray and Greystones)  to be considered for…

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Are you interested in researching the history of your local area?

Are you interested in researching the history of your local area? Would you like to learn how to capture oral history through effective interview techniques? County Wicklow Partnership is offering a free course in ‘Researching Your Local Area History’ For further information please contact info@wicklowpartnership.ie   or phone 0402 20955 Extended Closing Date – Wednesday 25th of…

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Newsletter

We have  published our company newsletter and it is available to download, click here to download (650KB) CWP Summer Newsletter 2015 CWP NEWSLETTER WINTER 2014 CWP Newsletter April 2014 CWP Newsletter Summer 2014

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Women of The World

Women of the World An Intercultural Women’s Group who meet weekly to learn, be creative and share experiences Ceramics & Mosaics Project No experience necessary/absolute beginners welcome When: Friday’s, 10.00 – 12.00am Where: Arklow Presbyterian Church, Dublin Road, Arklow. For More information: contact Frances on 0402 20955 or 085 800 6872

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Innovation and Idea Generation Seminar

This Seminar took place on the 5th of July at The Glendalough Hotel from 10am – 2pm. This practical seminar helped participants identify gaps in their product or service and showed them how to be innovative in creating solutions to fill these gaps. The workshop was run by Sean McNulty of Innovator.ie, who has vast…

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