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Charities Regulator – what we do

The Charities Regulator was established in 2014 and is an independent authority. They are Ireland’s national statutory regulator for charitable organisations.  Their key functions are to establish and maintain a public register of charitable organisations operating in Ireland and ensure their compliance with the Charities Acts.  They also engage in the provision of services to […]

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Disability & inclusion toolkit for community groups

Disability Federation of Ireland’s partnership with Wicklow County Council responds to the needs of people with disabilities in County Wicklow. Wicklow County Council’s Disability & Inclusion Steering Committee (DISC for short) has launched the Disability and Inclusion Strategy.  DISC has been working towards this launch since its committee was established in 2020. The aims of […]

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Ukrainian Christmas Celebration

On December 10, 2023, in Wicklow Town, we were involved in the Christmas Celebration with the Ukrainian community. At this celebration, Ukrainians organized a theatrical Vertep. The Ukrainian Christmas Vertep is more than just a theatrical performance; it is a cultural treasure that bridges the gap between the sacred and the secular, fostering a sense […]

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St Saviour’s Big Festive Fayre in Arklow

We are thrilled to be involved with St Saviour’s Church—Big Festive Fayre event in Arklow. This Christmas celebration was held in the heart of Arklow and was a joyous celebration that brought visitors from near and far. Families, friends, and neighbors joined in the festivities, creating an atmosphere filled with laughter, and fun.  As an […]

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Santa’s Parade 2023-2024

The Wicklow and Arklow Towns, nestled along the picturesque Irish coast, recently played host to two spectacular Christmas Lighting Event’s, creating a vibrant tapestry of warmth and community spirit. As volunteers, we had the privilege of actively contributing to the organization and execution of these mesmerizing events, and towns glowed with the magic. On the […]

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Painting on gingerbread in West Wicklow

We recently held two engaging and inspiring workshop for the Ukrainian community in Baltinglass and Blessington. These events brought the community together in a wonderful way. One of the highlights was a captivating workshop on gingerbread colouring led by our dedicated volunteer, Tetiana Halytska. Participants, both children and adults from the Ukrainian community, found themselves […]

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Hike for Hospice – Glen to Glen

22th October 2023 was a beautiful Hike for Hospice – Glen to Glen. The Hike Glen to Glen took place on the morning of Sunday, October 22nd, and it was a fantastic experience. The route took hikers through the picturesque Glendalough and Glendassan valleys. It was a moderately challenging 12-kilometer hike, so participants needed to […]

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Jam card

Our team at the Wicklow Volunteer Centre has completed training and is now part of the friendly community of JAM Card users. The ‘Just A Minute’ (JAM) Card, created by NOW Group, a social enterprise based in Belfast, enables individuals with learning difficulties, autism, or communication barriers to discreetly communicate their need for a moment […]

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