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The Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership are delight to announce the establishment of a partnership between Ballymun Town Centre Ltd. and the Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership. This partnership involves the promotion of unoccupied retail outlets in the Ballymun Town Centre as a “Retail Incubation Space”. This retail incubation space will allow businesses to establish a presence in the area and test the viability of the retail market in Ballymun
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The 16th Annual Conference on Multi-Organisational Partnerships, Alliances and Networks (MOPAN) visited Ballymun as part of their conference itinerary on the 18th June 2009. MOPAN is an international gathering of academics who meet on an annual basis to discuss common themes and objectives in current academic debate. Academics come as far as Portugal, Australia, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, China, United States of America, Ireland and Great Britain . . . click here to read more >>
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Thursday, 2nd July in Ballymun Civic Centre 9.30am – 1.30pm
Book Exchange returns again on Thursday, 2nd July, 2009 in Ballymun Civic Centre from 9.30am to 1.30pm. Since its establishment in February, Book Exchange has grown in popularity among the local people in Ballymun/Whitehall and the surrounding areas . . . click here to read more & view pictures of past exchanges >>
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Ballymun Civic Centre
Wednesday 24th June
10.00am - 1.00pm
On Wednesday the 24 June 2009 from 10.00am – 1.00pm, Ballymun Anti Poverty Framework will host its first event. The aim of this event is to offer people the opportunity to access information and advice on a wide ranges of issues such as money matters, legal issues, accessing employment, childcare and so much more all under one roof. The event will have over 18 organisations / groups attending and will highlight the range of services and supports that are currently available for people within Ballymun and surrounding area.
For further information contact Catriona Maguire on 842 3612 or click to e-mail catriona@ballymun.org.
Click here to view / download a poster promoting this event.
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Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership’s Bulletin is an eight page publication distributed to 5,000 homes in Ballymun, Whitehall, Santry & Ballygall, as well as a range of community, voluntary and statutory organizations in the area, which provides information about activities and developments happening in the community. The summer issue is out now so . . .
. . . click here download your copy and to find out more >>
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Talkin' 'Bout My Generation – Intergenerational Local History Project
Are you aged 55 or over? Would you like to become a Volunteer and help today’s children understand what life was like when you were growing up? Now is your chance to do just that.
. . . click here to find out more >>
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On Wednesday, 29th April 2009, Our Lady of Victories held an International Day to celebrate diversity amongst their schools’ population. The day was organised by the Home School Community Liaison Co-ordinators in the OLV Schools with some help from Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership . . .
. . . click here to read more & view more pictures >>
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The staff of Ballymun Welfare Rights, supported by Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership and the Community Gardai held a hugely successful voter registration drive Ballymun Shopping Centre and Ballymun Civic Centre on 23rd and 24th April
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will hold a voter registration drive at Ballymun Library Wednesday 6th May from 15.00 - 20.00.
The aim of the drive is to encourage non-Irish citizens to register to vote, so they can use their vote in the European & Local Elections on Friday 5th June 2009.
EU Citizens can vote in European & Local Elections
Non – EU Citizens can vote in Local elections only
Those wishing to register should bring some photographic identification: passport, driving license, ID card etc.
Anybody wishing to register to vote after this date must fill in a supplementary voter registration form and submit it to the City Council by Monday 18th May. It must be stamped at a local Garda Station to verify identification.
Click her for a full voter registration form >>.
Click her for a full voter change of address form >>.
Completed forms can be sent by Freepost to : Franchise Section , Dublin City Council, 16/19 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2.
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Ballymun Active Disability Interest Group & Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership are organizing an information workshop on Dublin City Council’s new online accessibility consultation tool: www.accessdublin.ie.
The website has been developed to assist people who might require information, assistance and guidance relating to accessibility issues in the city.
The workshop will take place on: Friday 29th May from 11.30 – 12.30 in Ballymun Jobs Centre.
To book a place, please email manus@ballymun.org or call 01 842 3612.
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Participants on a life coach training programme “Invest in Yourself” recently received Certificates of Achievement in recognition of their hard work and endeavor
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The 2008 Annual Report of the Partnership has now been published.
The Report is available from our offices or as a download from the Downloads section of this site. (See "Downloads Menu" above)
You can also view or download a copy by clicking [ here ].
(File size: 10MB)
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Ballymun Market takes place on the first Thursday of each month, from 11:00am to 4:00pm on the new Ballymun Plaza, Ballymun Main Street.
The market offers some new stalls and the opportunity to try a selection of . . .
- Fruit and Vegetables
- Homemade Jams
- Homemade Breads
- Homemade Cakes
- Fresh Foods
- Local Ballymun Crafts
- Handmade Crafts
- Sweets and Chocolate
- GAP Plant Sale
- Eco Friendly Products
- Recycled Furniture and much, much more
Visit www.ballymunmarket.ie for more information >>
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Kitchen Installation Provider
IKEA invites a response from applicants wishing to complete a request for information to enter a tender process to provide a Kitchen Installation Service based in IKEA Dublin.
Prospective providers should have a good knowledge of the IKEA kitchen product range and be able to demonstrate sound business acumen. Interested parties should contact Klaus Prag at klpr@memo.ikea.com.
Home Assembly Provider
IKEA invites a response from applicants wishing to complete a request for information to enter a tender process to provide a Home Assembly Service based in IKEA Dublin.
Prospective providers should have a good knowledge of the IKEA product range and be able to demonstrate sound business acumen. Interested parties should contact Klaus Prag at klpr@memo.ikea.com.
Please note:
All Requests for Information must be made by Thursday 9th April 2009.
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The Economic Development Section of the Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership has developed an Information Technology training programme in response to the needs of our enterprise clients within the Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership. Do you want to improve you computer skills? Do you want to engage more with the internet? Do you want to know how to communicate by e-mail? Do you want to learn how to type in a supported environment? If you do and you can make the time available we can deliver the course . . . So read on!! >>
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Monday, February, 23rd, 2009, saw a celebration of the work of Ballymun Partnership over the last 18 years and a marking of the transtion to Ballymun Whitehall Area Partnership (BWAP) and the expansion of the geographical area of operation of the Partnership.
The celebration took place at the BWAP offices, Ballymun Shopping Centre, Ballymun, and the guest speaker was be John Curran, T.D., Minister of State, Department of Community, Rural & Gaeltacht Affairs. Watch this space for a report on the event!
Click here to view / download the agenda for the celebration & launch >>
Click here to view / download a brochure with more information about the Partnership and it's area of operation >>
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Coming in the New Year early January 2009
The Ballymun Partnership Enterprise Development Section is delighted to announce the development of a new training programme aimed at “Starting and Succeeding at Self Assessment, E-commerce”. This programme will give participants the opportunity to learn technical aspects of filling out tax forms via the Revenue Online Services (ROS). Course participants will learn how to compute final return figures to be included on P11, P30, Vat 3, P35, and P45’s. Participants will then be instructed on how to input these figures into the ROS, which can then be electronically filed with the Revenue. A workshop has also been incorporated into the programme delivered by a ROS consultant employed by the Office of the Revenue Commissioners. As part of this course participants can avail of one to one business advice clinics in order to discuss any finer detail specific to their needs. This will provide a confidential forum to discuss sensitive information that may arise for the individual that can not be discussed within a gr
oup setting.
This course will give the participant a greater understanding of Revenue Online Services in turn increasing productivity in filing annual returns.
Course will start on Tuesday the 20th of January 2009, for further information please Enterprise Development Executive, Gerard on 01-8423612 or gerard@ballymun.ie.
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Ballymun Partnership’s Enterprise Development Worker, Gerard Mcloughlin, and Finglas Cabra’s Business Development Manager, David Orford, embarked upon Dublin City Enterprise Boards Enterprise Support Day in City Hall, Dame Street, Dublin 2 on Wednesday 19th November, '08.
The day was a great success, enabling Ballymun Partnership to advertise the cohort of pre-start and start-up training packages available for 2009. In addition the new and upcoming digital hub within our existing enterprise centre was also illustrated.
Anyone interested in receiving more information on the new training package which will be rolled out from January 2009 please contact Gerard Mcloughlin by email at gerry@ballymun.org. Alternatively, if you wish to receive information on our up and coming enterprise units please contact Fiona by email on fiona@ballymun.org.
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The Ballymun Partnership has successfully started its autumn training schedule with the commencement of a “FETAC Accredited Start Your Own Business Programme” and “E-CERT Accredited Computer Training Course" . . . click here for details >>
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The Ballymun Education Fair, which took place on the 11th September in the Ballymun Civic Centre, was a great day out. Over 300 people from Ballymun and the surrounding areas came to the Fair to have a look at the displays and to talk to the 35 different organisations there on the day. These education and training organisations handed out information about education and training opportunities provided by them, they offered advice to people thinking about getting onto a course or back into training. There were also taster workshops as part of the event and these were a big hit with the public who had the opportunity to try out Song writing, Art and Beauty.
. . . click here for the full story >>
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30 stories and pictures by Ballymun people of all ages are recorded in the Education Section of this website for you to read and enjoy. It all started when the Education Working Group of Ballymun Partnership planned a Learning Promotion Campaign called Ballymun Education for Generations Initiative in 2006. We invited people from Ballymun to write to us about their positive learning journeys. Back then we received over 270 learning stories and artwork describing positive learning experiences. So we have put a selection of these on our website.
Click here to view and read just some of the personal experiences of people from Ballymun >>
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Millennium Partnership Fund 2008 – 2009
- Are you currently attending or planning to go to college this year?
- Are you in need of financial support towards Fees, Books, Travel and Study Skills?
- Are you a resident of the Ballymun area?
If you answered yes to these questions, you may be eligible for the Millennium Partnership Fund 2008 - 2009. Click here for more information >>
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Ulster Bank are again looking to reward entrepreneurs who operate in our local communities and the spirit of entrepreneurial activity across the whole island of Ireland.
The Awards are currently in their 14th year, but this year have taken on a different format, and are being run on a provincial basis.
Click here to find out more >>
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The Shell Livewire Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards is the UK & Ireland’s premier young business awards program. In celebrating the success of young business people they provide a platform for recognition, promotion on a national scale & cash prizes for successful participants! Anyone under the age of 31 who has started their business within the last 18 months or so is eligible. If you would like to enter the awards, please click www.advantage-ni.com/awards. Alternatively if you would more information then contact Fiona on 01 842 3612.
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The Ballymun Partnership recently hosted a coffee morning organised by the Ballymun Intercultural Group to acknowledge World Refugee Day and show solidarity with refugees living in Ballymun.
‘World Refugee Day is a salute to the indomitable spirit and courage of the world's refugees, not just in enduring the dangers and violence of the crises that made them refuges, but also in the courage they show in rebuilding their lives and contributing to society in difficult or unfamiliar circumstances. ‘
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The newly developed First Steps to Success Program was designed by the Ballymun Partnership Ltd and First Steps Ltd to meet a gap in the start-up finance market for the people of Ballymun.
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Economic slowdowns often trickle down to small businesses, including those in relatively stable industries. Everyone tends to cut back on discretionary spending. However, a slowdown doesn't have to spell disaster for your small business. Good financial management practices will help you in the worst of economic times and be ready to capitalise on new opportunities that will come with the good times. Begin with the basics. Even when times are good, no small business can survive without good record keeping, budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and credit management, which we, Ballymun Partnership, can help you with. To provide YOU with more information around maximising your business today contact FIONA at the Ballymun Partnership on 01 842 3612 or email fiona@ballymun.org.
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Ballymun Partnership and First Steps are joining forces to provide a much needed service to local businesses. We have found a key constraint arising not only within the Ballymun Partnerships enterprise resources but within similar institutions around Ireland relating to the lack of available financial aid for start-up business.
Do you find it difficult to get start-up funding?
If you answered YES then we can help YOU! Commencing in July we will be looking to put 10 of our clients on a mentoring program to aid them in this process. If you wish to be part of this then please email Fiona at the Ballymun Partnership, fiona@ballymun.org or alternatively phone 01 842 3612.
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Last week Ballymun Partnership Economic Development section launched the NEW business insurance seminar for clients. The seminar attracted a group of pre-start & start-up entrepreneurs to learn about what type of insurance they need for their business and personal indemnity.
After the seminar FBD Insurance met with all entrepreneurs on a one-to-one basis to discuss insurance packages suitable for their business needs.
If you wish to be part of the next seminar on business insurance then please email Fiona at the Ballymun Partnership, fiona@ballymun.org or alternatively phone 01 842 3612.
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On Thursday, 5th June 2008, Ballymun Partnership hosted the joint launch of the Ballymun Trainers Network and the research report ‘Initiating a network for trainers in Ballymun and the surrounding areas’. Ms. Berni Brady, Aontas: the National Adult Learning Organisation, was guest speaker at the launch.
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On Friday, 9th May 2008, Dr. Vincent Malony spoke to a gathering of local parents on the topic
"The Ten Commandments Of Living With A Young Adult!" . . . more >>
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The new 3-day accredited Institute of Leadership Management business programme commenced in May 2008 in the Ballymun Enterprise Centre with a keen group of pre-start and start-up entrepreneurs . . . click here to read more >>
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Dublin North Skillnet Ltd has now launched its website! Please select the link www.dnskillnet.ie to explore the site and discover how your business can benefit from the Dublin North Skillnet. You can find the latest training courses and booking details or if you are new to the network, take some time to see how other north Dublin business have taken the lead in meeting the challenge of up-skilling themselves and their employees.
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A new forum has been established in Ballymun to develop an overall plan to meet the accommodation needs of community and voluntary activity in Ballymun and in doing so contribute to the overall development and sustainability of community and voluntary activity in the area
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Our FUNDED business advisory service can help you:-
I am interested in setting up a business and want to know more!
I only have an idea for a business can you help me develop it?
I have just started as a sole-trader and need more help?
I have been in business for three years and need help with hiring staff.
We can help each of YOU find the right pathway for YOUR pre-start and start-up needs. To meet our business advisor or to find out more information on what we can do for you. Contact Fiona on 01 842 3612 or email fiona@ballymun.org.
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(Report available from the Publicatios & the Downloads Sections of this web site)
On the 11th March (08), Ballymun Intercultural Group (BIG) launched a research based study on the experiences of the migrant community in Ballymun. The study ‘Issues Challenges and Opportunities faced by Immigrant Communities and Services Providers in Ballymun and Surroundings Areas’ researched by Helen Fitzgerald, is the first study of its’ nature in Ballymun addressing issues facing members of minority ethnic groups from the immigrant community.
. . . click here for a full report and pictures of the launch >>
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The NEW Ballymun Partnership Fetac accredited business programme proved to be hugely popular at the opening evening last week in the Days Hotel. The course was launched by a professional Life and Business Coach, local to the area, who discussed practical tools to transform participant’s businesses aspirations into reality.
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The Ballymun Anti-Poverty Network [BAPN] was established in 2002. BAPN commissioned Nexus Consultancy to “explore and develop a model for the establishment and implementation of a local antipoverty strategy for Ballymun” and has worked with the Ballymun Anti-Poverty Network since August 2006 to look at ways in which the National Anti-Poverty Strategy [NAPS] might enhance efforts to promote equality and tackle disadvantage in the future development of Ballymun.
A Framework Document that was introduced to a seminar organised by BAPN on 27th February, 2008, reflects a growing local awareness of the need to understand the issue of poverty and how it affects those living in the community.
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National figures show that business start-ups fail within the first three years. To give you a head start the Ballymun Partnership are running a training and development programme for you to prevent your pre-start or start-up business from becoming a national statistic!
click here to find out more >>
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Figures show that business start-ups fail within the first three years. Businesses fail due to lack of planning and business knowledge. However, with preparation you can ensure your business idea gets off the ground and continues flying. You cannot remove all risk but it can be reduced significantly with knowledge and networking.
Our 12 week Start Your Own Business Workshop Programme is aimed at developing your business idea or recent start-up through a series of business workshops.
Click here to find out more>>
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There are new pre-enterprise EMERGE programmes starting in Blanchardstown and Swords soon. If you or anyone you know who would be interested in attending, please see or pass on the following information. There are still some places left.
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Minister Pat Carey launched a new €0.5m training initiative in north Dublin on Monday 28th January, 2008. The new North Dublin Skillnet will provide subsidised training to local business. Local business people and members of the local community gathered at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Santry Demesne to mark the official launch of the network. Dublin North Skillnet is funded by Skillnets Ltd, an enterprise-led support body whose mission is to enhance the skills of people within employment and Irish industry to support competitiveness and employability . . . click here to read more >>
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Do you require assistance around:-Invoicing; Cash receipts; Deposits; Credit Services; Cash Flow; Credit Services; Balance Sheets? If you answered YES then register for a FREE one-to-one information session with a book keeper! Contact Fiona at the Ballymun Partnership on 01 842 3612 or alternatively email enterprise@ballymun.org to register or for more information.
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Understanding how to use, the internet and email can improve the efficiency of your business, improve your customer’s and increase sales.
This computer course looks at basic keyboard skills, changing passwords, reading and sending e-mail messages and using the World Wide Web!
Ballymun Partnership with support from Fast Track to IT and Dublin Employment Pact aim to get you started on the road to increased business through using a computer.
If you wish to reserve a place on the next course, or require additional information, contact Fiona at the Ballymun Partnership on 01 842 3612. We look forward to hearing from you!
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The Irish Childcare Policy Network held a meeting with T.D’s and Senators in the Shelbourne Hotel on December 12th, 2007, to discuss the impact of the Community Childcare Subvention Scheme.
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CapricornVentis (CVL), a Business and Technology Consulting firm that focuses on increasing the competitive strength of its clients, helping them to grow their business more profitably by serving customers more intelligently, has made donation of computers to local schools. The computers include desktop and laptop equipment and Ballymun Partnership gratefully accepted the offer for use in the schools . . . click here to read more >>
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Are you a Community Representative on a Local Development or Community Development board or management committee in Ballymun? Community Action Network (CAN) are facilitating a workshop with all current community representatives in Ballymun, on behalf of the Community Development Working Group of Ballymun Partnership . . . click here to find out more >>
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Twenty-six Childcare Providers recently completed an accredited Certificate in the Environmental Health Officers Association Primary Course in the principles and practices of Food Hygiene.
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Minister for State Pat Carey, T.D opened an exhibition in the Atrium, Civic Buildings, Ballymun on Oct 15th 2007 at 12.30pm, of early childhood memories of local parents in Ballymun. Over 150 local parents and children contributed quotes which reflected the theme "Mol an óige agus Tiocfaidh sí - Praise the young and they will grow".
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Ballymun was chosen as one of six towns nationally to be a Positive Ageing Week town last Autumn.
“The purpose of the week is to show that ageing is not something to fear, but something to celebrate,” Age Action chief executive Robin Webster said . . . click to find out more >>
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Sara Jones, aged 4, is pictured smiling away at the Teddy Bear’s Picnic which took place in Santry Woods July 1st 2007. Despite the weather many families donned their raincoats and came along to enjoy the activities. The Teddy Bear’s picnic has become a yearly event the Ballymun Partnership takes part in. For the second year running there was face painting, nature trails, games, hula hoops, skipping, arts and crafts and plenty of old fashion fun . . . click here to read more >>
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To promote NATIONAL PLAY DAY, the Ballymun Partnership supported by the Dublin North West Childcare Resource Centre, organised a play seminar in the Ballymun Plaza on June 26th 2007.
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Twenty childcare workers from ten Ballymun childcare facilities received National Children’s Nurseries Association certificates of attendance in childcare skills training. Roisin Shortall, Labour T.D presented certificates to Ballymun Childcare Providers on June 29th (07) in the Ballymun Plaza. In her key note speech Roisin emphasized the valuable role of childcare staff in making a difference to young children’s lives . . . click here to find out more >>
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First Step was setup in 1991 as a not for profit organisation. The objective of First Step is to provide micro loan finance. It offers the self employed or those interested in self employment loan capital, mentoring and on-going support to help start up a micro businesses and progress towards operational sustainability while ensuring that those businesses which are bankable go to the banks for their finance.
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“For someone who lives alone this is a wonderful way to have daily contact with someone. It’s a comfort to know that someone is calling to have a friendly chat.” (Moira, Blanchardstown).
The Friendly Call Service, now available in Ballymun, was established in 2005 to provide a free Telephone Alert Service to those who live alone or feel isolated or vulnerable . . . click to find out more >>
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Are you over 65 living in Ballymun?
Grants are available from the Dept of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs to provide the following:
Window locks, door locks and door chains, Security lighting, Smoke alarms, Once off costs of installing neck pendants.
Collect an application form from the Partnership offices.
Funding is limited.
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In Ireland today most people own a mobile phone and often this is their preferred method of communication. Ballymun Partnership in conjunction with Solas Development Centre and the Ballymun Anti-Poverty Network completed research recently that substantiates this at a local level. Over 500 local people were surveyed by local people and said that they would like current channels of communication to be developed further to include text messaging for example.
In an effort to communicate more effectively with local people, Ballymun Partnership have been using this text based service and are now in a position to host this service for other local community and voluntary groups.
To find out more contact Mairin or Catherine on 842 3612 or on clane@ballymun.org or mairin@ballymun.org
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Ballymun is changing for the better but there is more to change than our physical landscape. A ten year plan to support children and families in Ballymun has been developed by a group brought together by Atlantic Philanthropies three years ago chaired by Dr Noirin Hayes. The plan will be based on evidence of what the local situation is and what has been proven to help children and parents in Ballymun, in Ireland and Internationaly. It will focus on achieving the outcomes for children that local people have identified.
youngballymun is the title of the plan and it is an initiative of the Ballymun Development Group for Children and Young People. For detailed informtion on youngballymun click here.
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Ballymun Tidy Towns Competitions 2009
Calling All Businesses - Plato Recruitment 2009
Graduation Celebrations For Childminders!
Ballymun Partnership Announces a New Business Mentoring Programme in Partnership with Fingal Rotary Club!
This is a course aimed at those who are considering going into business and those already in self-employment. The course is an accredited training programme with City and Guilds and funded via FAS.
B.I.G have produced a factsheet listing some of the services available in the local area.
Please click here to download the sheet (Polish) >>
Please click here to download the sheet (Chinese) >>
New Childminding Advisory Officers want to hear from local childminders
