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DEPARTMENTAL STRUCTURAL REVIEW OF THE PPN’s NOW OPEN – Online Survey

By magswhelan|2021-06-04T13:23:54+01:00June 4th, 2021|Events, News, Public interest|

The Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) are interested in getting your views on Public Participation Networks (PPNs). PPNs were first set up six years ago. They are now operational in all counties in Ireland and have over 18,000 groups with over 1.5 million members registered with them. The Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) has appointed Mazars consultants to carry out an independent structural review of the PPNs to guide their future development and ensure that the structures in place allow for effective representation of their communities [...]

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Creating a Vision for Community Well Being for Kilkenny

By magswhelan|2021-05-24T18:17:34+01:00May 24th, 2021|Events, News, Public interest|

Let's work together to develop a Vision for Community Well being for Kilkenny. What is a Vision for Community Well being? Developing a Vision for Community Well being means thinking about what we have and what we need to help Kilkenny to be as great as it can be for us and for the many generations that follow on from ours. Our well being is affected by many things; the economy, the environment, community services and more. As part of a national initiative, the PPN has been tasked by Government [...]

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An Garda Síochána’s Diversity Internship for Graduates and School-leavers

By magswhelan|2021-05-06T11:56:54+01:00May 6th, 2021|News|

Please see attached details of An Garda Síochána’s Diversity Internship for Graduates and School-leavers. School-leavers: The Internship Programme aims to provide school leavers from communities that have been traditionally under-represented within An Garda Síochána, with an opportunity to work with us for a period of 9 months commencing September 2021. Interns will be based in a number of locations across the country, including Garda Headquarters. - Must have earned a Leaving Certificate or equivalent prior to their starting date in September 2021 Graduates: This Internship Programme aims to provide graduates from communities [...]

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Kilkenny Social Enterprise Survey

By magswhelan|2021-04-09T16:57:03+01:00April 9th, 2021|News, Public interest|

If you run a social enterprise in Kilkenny - large or small - we want to hear your views. Kilkenny Public Participation Network (PPN) is conducting this research to understand how social enterprises can be better supported to grow and develop. We appreciate your time - the survey should take no longer than 15 minutes to complete. Most of the questions are check-boxes. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KilknySoclEnter

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Memorandum of Understanding Kilkenny PPN and Kilkenny Local Authority 2018-2021

By magswhelan|2021-04-09T13:29:29+01:00April 9th, 2021|News, Public interest|

The present Memorandum of Understanding between Kilkenny PPN and Kilkenny Local Authority. Kilkenny PPN is an independent entity but is hosted by Kilkenny Local Authority. While this had previously been approved, some minor alterations have been made reflecting the new accommodation of the PPN and the new circulars from the Department. MOU Kilkenny PPN and LA 2021 Signed

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Draft Kilkenny City and County Development Plan

By magswhelan|2021-01-10T22:02:37+00:00January 10th, 2021|News, Public interest|

Dear PPN Members Please note that the Draft Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027 and the associated Environmental Reports will be published for public consultation on Consult.Kilkenny.ie. and copies made available at all Kilkenny Libraries from the 22nd of December 2020 until the 12th of March 2021 (subject to Covid-19 protocols and restrictions in place at the time). Submissions can be made both online or in writing until 5pm on the 12th of March 2021 as detailed below. Kilkenny PPN will be hosting online workshops to gather your views, [...]

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Draft Graiguenamanagh-Tinnahinch Local Area Plan

By magswhelan|2021-01-10T22:01:38+00:00January 10th, 2021|News, Public interest|

Take a look at the Draft Graiguenamanagh-Tinnahinch Local Area Plan? Have your say on what's important for your area. Just click the link below https://consult.kilkenny.ie/en/consultation/graiguenamanaghtinnahinch-draft-joint-lap A virtual public information evening on the Draft Plan has been organized by Kilkenny and Carlow County Council for Monday 11th January. To join follow the link below https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/draft-graiguenamanghtinnahinch-local-area-plan-tickets-132508004007?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Everyone is free to attend.

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Register Now for Kilkenny PPN “Check-In” Online Plenary For Thursday 26th November

By magswhelan|2021-01-10T22:03:00+00:00November 20th, 2020|COVID-19 Resources & Information, Events|

Register Now for Kilkenny PPN "Check-In" Online Plenary For Thursday 26th November 6.30pm-8pm As you know, we are all forced to do our jobs differently during this difficult time. This year, Kilkenny PPN will host their Plenary online. In years past, it was a wonderful opportunity for our members to get together, have a meal and learn from each others experience. This year, has been challenging in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, especially for the Community and Voluntary sector. Funding avenues have been channeled in other directions, monies are [...]

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Kilkenny Migrant Integration Survey

By magswhelan|2020-05-20T17:38:54+01:00May 20th, 2020|News|

Kilkenny County Council, KLP and Kilkenny PPN are currently developing a Migration Integration Action Plan for the county and we would like your help. The survey at the link below is open to everyone living/working in County Kilkenny, whether you have always lived in Kilkenny, or have recently moved here. This survey should take between five and ten minutes to complete. Your input would be very much appreciated! Kilkenny Migrant Integration Survey Enquête sur l'intégration des migrants à Kilkenny Ankieta na temat integracji imigrantów w hrabstwie Kilkenny استبيان حول اندماج [...]

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Community Wellbeing Consultation Document

By magswhelan|2020-04-17T17:34:08+01:00April 17th, 2020|Public interest|

COMMUNITY WELLBEING CONSULTATION WRITTEN SUBMISSION FORM Have your say and be a part of the Kilkenny PPN consultation on the aspirations of community groups in Kilkenny City to inform a Vision for Community Wellbeing for This and Future Generations. The Kilkenny (PPN) is bringing together social inclusion, environmental and community development groups in our communities to develop visions for community wellbeing for this and future generations in Kilkenny city. To provide your input, please download the written Submission Form: Consultation Feedback Sheet, complete it and email it back to:

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