Chris Nikkel follows the story of a forgotten Irish migration to Canada through folk music passed down orally, and a special bicentennial commemoration. Read more
Watch: Stories from the Libraries for Literacy project, highlighting the vital role libraries play in empowering communities and improving literacy throughout the region. Read more
Watch & Listen: How EU-supported programmes empower local organisations to respond to emerging needs and support the integration of newly arrived Ukrainians in the Ballyhoura region. Read more
Watch & Listen: With open borders, shared values, and EU support 🇪🇺, new arrivals are bringing fresh energy to rural Ireland — helping communities grow stronger, and more connected. Read more
Watch & Listen: How Ballyhoura Development, with EU support, works with partners across the Ballyhoura region to promote mental health and wellbeing, creating communities where everyone feels seen, supported, and included. Read more
Watch & Listen: How Ballyhoura Development, with EU support, is helping Ukrainian entrepreneurs turn ideas into opportunity — creating a stronger, more connected Ireland in the heart of Europe. Read more
Watch & Listen: How Ballyhoura Development, with EU support, is helping new arrivals find their voices, build confidence, and connect with their communities through our English Conversation Clubs. Read more
Watch & Listen: Inner Dialogue — a powerful and thought-provoking animation that explores mental health, vulnerability, and connection through art. Read more
Watch: From Ballyhoura to Canada – a moving celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Peter Robinson Settlers, reconnecting Irish and Canadian communities through heritage, music, and shared history. Read more
Watch the full video of the Ballyhoura Community ReImagined series, profiling the unique and inspiring social enterprises that are driving positive change across the Ballyhoura region. Read more
Watch and Listen: Ballyhoura Development helping communities to rediscover nature on their doorstep, empowering people to take small, practical steps that make a big difference for biodiversity, sustainability, and local wellbeing. Read more
Watch: SICAP Case study for Charleville and Mitchelstown focused on creating Pathways to employment and professional qualifications. Read more
Watch: Highlights from a moving wreath-laying ceremony on May 9th, 2025, marking the 200th anniversary of the Peter Robinson Settler Emigration Scheme. Read more
Watch: How young people are empowered for active participation in society. Read more
Case study for SICAP Charleville and Mitchelstown focused on the support given to Social Enterprises across the lot in the context of the ARISE project. Read more
Strengthening Rural Health: Partnerships for Positive Health Outcomes for Rural Communities across North Cork. Read more
Thinking in a European mindset can break the disconnect that young people can feel about being able to bring about change locally. Read more
Creativity and collaboration can be keys that unlock young people's engagement within their community and in society. Read more
Thinking in a European Mindset and the changes that can be brought about when young people from across Europe identify shared problems and learn from each other on how to bring about change locally. Read more
Watch: The story of the North Cork Rural Community Health Project and its positive impact on Rural Communities in North Cork. Read more
Watch: The story of Social Enterprises in the Ballyhoura area as part of the ARISE Project and its positive impact on Rural Communities in East Limerick. Read more
Watch & listen to the Ballyhoura Community ReImagined series profiling the unique and inspiring social enterprises from across the Ballyhoura region. Read more
Watch: The story of Glenbrohane Local Hub, who received capacity building support from Ballyhoura Development to develop into a centre for community activity and a social outlet for its members. Read more
Watch: The story of the Ballyhoura Development Food programme and the positive impact on children and families supported at a time of crisis. Read more
Watch: Young people between 15-24 talk about their progression to education, employment and training, supported by Ballyhoura Development, through SICAP. Read more
Listen: The story of Kildorrery Community Development Assocation who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable model of local community development. Read more
Watch: The story of BRS - Doon Social Farm who received capacity building supports from Ballyhoura Development to develop a sustainable social enterprise who deliver educational and social programmes in East Limerick. Read more
Watch: CareBright staff discuss the structure of CareBright Community in Bruff, Co. Limerick, a social enterprise supported by Ballyhoura Development. Read more
Watch: People from 2 communities recount the process and their experience of working with Ballyhoura Development to develop the Community Inclusion Toolkit. Read more
Listen: Community members from Knocklong paint a short audio picture of their community and their hopes and plans for the future of their community. Read more
Read: about some of the projects which have been funded and supported by Ballyhoura Development, through LEADER. Read more
Read: about some of the amazing female entrepreneurs and their budding businesses: Read more
Read: Our participants have shared their stories of how the Healthcare Opportunities for Women programme has helped them to date. Read more
Watch: Siobhain Steele talks about her experience as a Work Placement Employer for Ballyhoura Development's Ability Programme. Read more
Listen: some of the children who attend Battview Matters Homework Club in Charleville speak about some of their experiences through the Club. Read more
Listen: Members of Mitchelstown Social Hub, supported by Ballyhoura Development, discuss their journey of establishing the hub and building the capacity of their volunteer leaders who provide critical support to the community. Read more
Watch: A profile of some of the vibrant social enterprises in the Ballyhoura area, compiled as part of the RurAction Project Read more
Watch: A Year in a life of Healthcare Opportunities for Women Programme provides a powerful snapshot of what the programme is about. Read more
Watch: In this video, participants of the Ability Programme share their experiences of exploring film making and collecting money for charity. Read more
Watch: Diarmuid McIntyre from Grey Heron Media talks about his experience as a Work Placement Employer for Ballyhoura Development's Ability Programme. Read more
Watch: Hear from the people who are part of the CareBright community and their family members about the positive impact this Social Enterprise has had on their lives. Read more
Watch: Supporting older people to become confident online and to use everyday apps, through Ballyhoura Development's Digital Skills for Citizens Programme. Read more
Watch: The Mitchelstown Social Hub, supported by Ballyhoura Development, provides a regular and vibrant social outlet for older people to meet and connect. Read more