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Training Workshops for Community Groups & Organisations

Kilkenny PPN Coordinator2026-10-08T11:41:54+01:00October 8th, 2026|Events and Workshops, News|

Kilkenny Public Participation Network (PPN) is delighted to offer a series of practical training workshops designed to support community groups, volunteers, committee members and organisations across County Kilkenny. These workshops provide valuable skills and knowledge to help groups strengthen their work, build capacity and better serve their communities. Early registration is advised as workshop places are limited Planning Successful Community Events – An Introduction Learn the essential steps involved in planning and delivering successful community events that engage local communities. This introductory workshop will cover key [...]

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Workshop: Board Roles & Responsibilities

Kilkenny PPN Coordinator2026-10-08T10:55:26+01:00October 8th, 2026|Events and Workshops, News|

Board Roles & Responsibilities Workshop This session will explain Board members' roles and responsibilities and give you tools to enhance your contribution and the effectiveness of your Board. It outlines the purpose of the board as a whole in relation to governance and management. It will examine the specific roles of individual board members and in particular, their legal responsibilities and duties under the Charities Act (2009) and the Companies Act (2014). Date: Thursday 29th October 2026 Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm Venue: St. Canice's Neighbourhood Hall, Butts Green, Kilkenny [...]

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Workshop: Introduction to Canva

Kilkenny PPN Coordinator2026-10-08T10:52:43+01:00October 8th, 2026|Events and Workshops, News|

An Introduction to Canva Workshop Are you interested in designing posters or social media posts for your Community Group? Canva is an online graphic design tool that can create social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos and more. This 2 hours’ session is aimed at people who have no experience of using Canva, or graphic design. Basic IT skills are required for this introductory course. Join Kilkenny PPN for a practical online workshop designed specifically for community and voluntary groups. Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026 Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm [...]

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Workshop: Planning Successful Community Events – An Introduction

Kilkenny PPN Coordinator2026-10-08T10:54:52+01:00September 23rd, 2026|Events and Workshops, News|

Planning Successful Community Events – An Introduction Workshop Are you interested in organising a community event but unsure where to start? Or would you like to strengthen your skills in planning, fundraising, and demonstrating the impact of your group's activities? Join Kilkenny PPN for a practical workshop designed specifically for community and voluntary groups in County Kilkenny. During this session, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals around planning and delivering successful events that engage local communities, promote inclusion, and achieve meaningful outcomes. The session will cover each stage [...]

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Training Needs Survey for Community Groups – Have Your Say!

Kilkenny PPN Coordinator2026-07-02T11:54:31+01:00July 2nd, 2026|Events and Workshops, News, Resources|

Training Needs Survey for Community Groups - Have Your Say! Kilkenny PPN is planning a series of FREE training workshops for community groups starting in September 2026 — and we want to hear from you! This short survey will help us understand the topics, locations, and times that work best for your group, so we can deliver training that will meet your needs. Whether you're interested in funding applications, governance, social media, GDPR, or sustainability your feedback will directly shape the training programme. The survey takes just 2–3 minutes to [...]

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