Sandy Holland, who organised the training said "It is an important support to give the Group to fulfill the requirements of their Insurance Policy and to give the Group scope to expand their programme of activities over the next year". The Certificate gained is also useful for people in their employment, on the farm and in everyday life.

Students at St Mogue’s College in West Cavan have been taking part in a series of workshops designed to help build confidence in writing skills. The ‘Words to Music’ programme, delivered by Sandy Holland of Cavan County Local Development (CCLD), uses writing song lyrics to make the process enjoyable and inclusive. The students also contributed to the writing of the music and decided to have a go at singing their composition themselves. Sandy explains ”There is real value in l

A significant boost for adult education and community development in County Cavan was marked with the official opening of the new Adult Guidance CMETB building at St Augustine’s — a development set to enhance opportunities for learners and strengthen regional support services. Staff from Cavan County Local Development (CCLD) were delighted to attend the event, which offered a first look at the modern, purpose-built facilities designed to support individuals at all stages of t

A quiet but powerful transformation is taking place every week in community centres across County Cavan. From Kingscourt to Belturbet, from Virginia to Cavan Town, people are coming together not just to learn English, but to build confidence, connection and opportunity. These Fáilte Isteach English Conversational Classes, supported and coordinated by Cavan County Local Development (CCLD), are proving that accessible, local learning can have a lasting impact on individuals and

We are pleased to announce that Bruse Hill Trail in Coronea, Arvagh will benefit from this latest funding from the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. The funding will go towards improving the trail, enhancing the overall experience for walkers. #EmbracingIrelandsOutdoors Cavan Cavan County Council

We are delighted to invite community groups to take part in our Family Day event to mark World Refugee Day on 20 June 2026 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Cavan Rugby Club. This special event is all about bringing communities together to celebrate the many cultures, traditions, and talents that make our area so vibrant and diverse. We would love for groups to share something from their culture or community, such as: Traditional food Music and dance Cultural clothing Arts and

Laura Caslin from our WorkAbility Cavan programme at CCLD was delighted to attend the inaugural Employer Awards Evening hosted by Leitrim Development Company and WorkAbility Leitrim, held in the fabulous setting of Drumhierney last night. The event celebrated employers, organisations and community groups championing inclusive employment and accessibility across County Leitrim under the theme “Working Together for an Inclusive Leitrim.” It was fantastic to connect with emplo

CCLD, alongside CMETB, recently participated in a transnational training event in Porto as part of the Rural Impact Project—an initiative funded by the Erasmus+ Programme. The two-day event brought together VET educators from across Europe to pilot a new in-service training programme. Its goal is to equip professionals with the skills needed to deliver social entrepreneurship modules to learners in rural communities. Participants tested and evaluated the programme, ensuring i

Last Saturday, our amazing community headed by the Multi Cultural Womens Shed came together for a Forest Clean-Up & Tree Planting Day. From litter picking and waste sorting to planting new trees, volunteers of all ages rolled up their sleeves to make a real difference. Big smiles, full bags, and a greener shoreline — topped off with a lovely mini picnic to celebrate! Huge thanks to everyone who took part. Special thanks to Ramor Landscaping for donating the trees. Together, w

Generation Nature’ is a 30-hour, cross-border programme designed for 15 –16-year-olds in the Fermanagh Cavan region. The programme supports a generation to speak up and care for nature, together by combining hands-on conservation, youth voice, and practical leadership in real local places. Click here to see full leaflet.

Commencing 20 th April 2026 Le Chéile Cootehill Co. Cavan 10.00am -12.00pm For further information or to book a place contact: Barbara Kearns – W App Text or Call 0877373810 or email bkearns@ccld.ie

This programme is a cornerstone of community health promotion in Cavan, attracting interest from service users, local organisations, and national partners committed to improving wellbeing across Ireland. A Course Designed for Real Life Healthy Food Made Easy is built around practicality, positivity, and participation. Over six enjoyable sessions , participants learn cooking skills, nutrition basics, and budget‑friendly meal planning—all in a relaxed, supportive group setting

SICAP is delivering a Programme in St Mogue's College in Bawnboy with some of the students in 1st and 2nd Year. The Programme aims to improve creative writing skills through composing song lyrics. The workshops run on Thursdays until the end of May.