Dear members of Galway County Public Participation Network (PPN),
Please see information below which may be of interest to you;
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Contents - PPN News - Consultations - Funding - Training - Community Activities
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!!!!!DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!!!
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SAVE THE DATE - PPN Plenary (Meeting of Members)
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19th November 2024 Evening Time, West County Galway (more info to follow).
!!!!!All PPN Members Groups are invited!!!!!
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Barriers to involvement in Public Participation Networks (PPN)
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We at S3 Solutions are an independent consultancy company who have been commissioned by the Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) to carry out a piece of research to explore any barriers to involvement in Public Participation Networks (PPN).
We are keen to explore the demographic characteristics of groups and individuals involved in all 31 PPNs in Ireland and in doing so, investigate the diversity of participation. Where appropriate, we want to explore the barriers and challenges for diverse groups in actively participating in PPNs.
We will primarily use consultation to carry out the research. However, we are also conducting an initial exploratory survey, which you can access at the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PPNQuestionnaire
Information gathered via this survey is for the purpose of informing DRCD and will not be used for any other purpose. The survey will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete, but it's ok if it takes longer. The final report will be shared with stakeholders.
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Ombudsman Monthly Complaints Clinic in Galway
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The Ombudsman can investigate complaints from people who are not happy with how they have been treated by certain public service providers.
https://www.ombudsman.ie/publications/information-leaflets/what-the-ombudsman-does/
You can make complaint to the Ombudsman:
Online: Visit www.ombudsman.ie and click on ‘Make A Complaint’
In writing: Ombudsman, 6 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 W773.
Ombudsman staff will be also taking complaints in person at Galway 'Complaints Clinic':
Galway Citizens Information Centre.
Augustine House, St. Augustine Street, Galway, H91 Y7XH. Phone: 0818 07 7600.
From: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm.
Fourth Tuesday of every month (July 23, August 27, September 24, October 22, November 26).
You must have tried to resolve your complaint with the body before contacting us.
Please bring any information with you to support your complaint such as letters, forms, or reference numbers.
The Ombudsman cannot take complaints about consumer matters, financial products, private pensions or An Garda Síochána.
READ MORE AT: https://www.ombudsman.ie/about-us/outreach-services/galway-cic/index.xml
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GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL NEWS
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National Heritage Week 17th – 25th August 2024
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Each year Local community organisations participate by organising events, many of which are free! The programme highlights the abundance of great work that is carried out in all communities in Ireland to preserve and promote our natural, built and cultural heritage.
To find out all about the events taking place around County Galway, log on to https://www.heritageweek.ie/
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Galway Public Libraries - 19th - 25th August 2024
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NEWS FROM GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
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Friday 20th - Sunday 29th September 2024
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Draft Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) Scheme 2024 - 2029
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Submission deadline: Friday, 23rd August 2024 at 4pm
The role of the SPC’S, as committees of Galway County Council, is to consider and advise the Corporate Policy Group and the full Council on matters connected with the formulation, development, monitoring, and review of policy which relate to the functions of the Council, and which are linked to the Corporate Plan.
The draft scheme specifies assignment of sector(s) to each SPC and the number of representatives from each sector for each SPC.
Submissions marked Draft Strategic Policy Scheme 2024-2029 and/or observations from interested parties in relation to the scheme should be submitted not later than 4.00pm on Friday, 23rd August 2024. To County Secretary: Secretary@galwaycoco.ie
MORE INFO:
Draft Strategic Policy Committee Scheme 2024
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https://www.galway.ie/en/news/name,49133,en.html
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More Public Consultations by Galway County Council
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New Solutions Social Innovation Fund
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Deadline for applications is Friday 30th August, 2024 at 5pm.
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A call for applications for Phase One was launched in June 2024.
Interested parties are invited to apply to the call as a sole applicant, or as part of a consortium.
Further information, guidelines and application forms can be found on the Pobal website.
It is intended that Phase Two will open for application in Q1 2025.
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Inclusive Community Gardens
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Deadline for submissions: Thursday 12th September 2024 at 4pm.
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Dear PPN Members
Galway County LCDC is pleased to invite applications from existing Community Gardens for an initiative under the Healthy Ireland Fund entitled “Inclusive Community Gardens”.
The Healthy Ireland Fund is supported by the Department of Health, and aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of everyone living in Ireland. This funding initiative is aimed at making Community Gardens more inclusive by funding materials or equipment which will create social opportunities for older people, people with disabilities, youth, and the general community.
Any queries & completed applications should be submitted by e-mail to healthandwellbeing@galwaycoco.ie by 4pm on Thursday 12th September 2024.
If your Community Garden wants to discuss a potential application, please contact Mary McGann at mmcgann@galwaycoco.ie / 087 1044 820.
Le meas
Mary
(Please note application forms and guidelines have been emailed to all PPN members separately).
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Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS)
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Deadline for submission: Friday 27th September 2024
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Creative Arts: Grants and Funding
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Ride Leader Training in Galway
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Wednesday 28th August 2024 9:30am - 4:30pm
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Cycling Ireland are hosting a Ride Leader Training in Galway next week!
Cycling Ireland Ride Leader training will provide leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively lead and manage a group of cyclists on the road in club/group rides.
Details are as follows: Wednesday 28th August, SCCUL Enterprise Centre Ballybane 9:30am - 4:30pm
For more details and to register visit: https://cire.tahdah.me/event/detail/1017236
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Wednesday 28th August 2024 9:30am - 2:30pm
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Starting Wednesday 18th September 2024
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In partnership with Galway County Climate Action Unit & GRETB.
Starting Wednesday 18th September 2024.
For more info Email: communityed@gretb.ie or Phone: 091 706 294.
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Galway Sports Partnership's Online Safeguarding Training
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LEVEL 1: online child protection in sport, basic awareness course (3 hours).
Suitable for everyone involved in children's sport.
LEVEL 2: online course for Club Children's Officers. (3 hours).
Participants must have completed Safeguarding 1 before attending.
LEVEL 3: online course for Designated Liaison Person's .
Participants must have completed Safeguarding 1 before attending.
Different dates available. Cost is €20.00 per workshop.
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ACTIVATOR POLE WALKING - COME & TRY SESSION
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Tuesday 27th August 12pm - 1pm
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Want to improve your balance, strength and physical fitness all at once???
ACTIVATOR POLE WALKING - COME & TRY SESSION is for you!!!
When: Tuesday 27th August Time: 12pm - 1pm Where: Emerald Ballroom, Ballinasloe
Booking is essential.
Booking link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/981761323547?aff=oddtdtcreator
For more information contact galwayactive@galwaycoco.ie
Free of Charge & Over 18's only
Organised by Galway Sports Partnership in collaboration with local tutors and the Integrated Care of the Older Person Team supported and funded by the HSE.
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GREEN SOD IRELAND Conference at Kylemore Abbey
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Saturday 31st of August & Sunday 1st of September 2024
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Green Sod Ireland, in partnership with Notre Dame University, are hosting a Biodiversity Summer School on August 31st and September 1st, a two day event that will bring together environmental charities, professionals, local community groups, and members of the public. The focus of the event will be to provide a series of events that are educational and enjoyable and empowering.
Contact Rory McCanna for more information or to book your place at the conference. rory@greensodireland.ie 087 161 6451
READ MORE AT:
https://greensodireland.ie/2024/07/19/biodiversity-summer-school-2024/
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• PPN Monthly Newsletter and Weekly Digests HERE
• See events, or add your own event, on our EVENTS CALENDER
• Funding opportunities on our Newsletters/Weekly Digest or WEBSITE
• National PPN news and resources HERE
• Galway County PPN Members Directory HERE
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