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DLR PPN
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A network of community and voluntary groups in Dun Laoghaire Rathdown
The Community & Volunteer Awards 2025 are now open for nominations

Nominations can be submitted on behalf of a local group, organisation and/or an individual volunteer in your area for an award. Closing date for nominations is 20th October 2025 at 5pm. www.dlrppn.ie/the-communit...
The Community & Volunteer Awards 2025 Now Open - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
The Community & Volunteer Awards 2025 are now open for nominations Nominations are now open for this year’s Community & Volunteer Awards.  Nominations can be submitted on behalf of a […]
www.dlrppn.ie
September 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Are you passionate about making Dun Laoghaire Rathdown county a safer and more inclusive place for everyone?

DLR PPN has been invited to put forward Expressions of Interest from members who wish become a Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) committee member. www.dlrppn.ie/are-you-pass...
September 23, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The September October edition of the DLR PPN ezine has been published. Find out what the DLR PPN members groups are doing, source information on funding and consultations, learn about the different projects in DLR such as the Dundrum by Design project.
www.dlrppn.ie/dlr-ppn-sept...
September 1, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Exciting news for DLR Social Enterprises.
JUST ANNOUNCED!
New Social Enterprise Award Category Added to DLR Chamber Business Awards 2025.
www.dlrppn.ie/exciting-new...
August 27, 2025 at 10:38 AM
LGBTQ+ Sensitivity & Awareness Training
Would you like to better understand LGBTQ+ experiences — to support a family member, friend or colleague? Register now for our free workshops, lunch will be available for the in person events. www.dlrppn.ie/lgbtq-sensit...
August 26, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Bulletin No 6 2025 has just been published on our website. It has information on open consultations both local and national and events. You will find it here www.dlrppn.ie/11929-2/
August 7, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Dundrum by Design invites you to participate in this initiative putting the people of Dundrum at the heart of designing their local environment, because design matters. It influences how we live, connect, and experience a sense of belonging. More here
www.dlrppn.ie/dundrum-by-d...
July 30, 2025 at 11:45 AM
New Bridge at Druid’s Glen, Cherrywood. This public consultation will run from Tuesday 15th July to Thursday 28th August.
More information here, www.dlrppn.ie/new-bridge-a...
July 15, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Full Circle Awards, recognising everyday heroes who are making extraordinary efforts across Ireland's circular economy. With prizes of €2,000, these awards will help winners scale their circular initiatives and inspire community action nationwide. dlrppn.ie/full-circle-...
July 10, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Understanding Community Development
Are you currently working or volunteering in the Community or perhaps will in the future?

New course 8 week starting September 2025 on Wednesdays from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm. www.dlrppn.ie/understandin...
Understanding Community Development - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
Starting September 2025 on Wednesdays from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm. Are you currently working or volunteering in the Community or perhaps will in the future ? This short introduction […]
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July 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
What Works Fund is open for those working with children, young people and their families and who have a strong emphasis on prevention and early intervention. Organisations may apply for funding up to a maximum of €30,000. Closes 22 August 2025. www.dlrppn.ie/what-works-i...
July 8, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Join DLR Biodiversity with Justin Ivory for a Walk & Talk Exploring Life Along the River’s Edge in Clonkeen Park. Discover the hidden watery world teeming with life along our local river corridor!
www.dlrppn.ie/event/explor...

⏰Date & Time: 10:00am Saturday 19th July
July 7, 2025 at 9:41 AM
€3.5 million Communities Integration Fund for 2025 to enable communities play a greater role in promoting the integration of migrants, with parts of the fund directed to a specific focus on people seeking international protection. Closes 31 July 2025 www.dlrppn.ie/e3-5-million...
€3.5 million Integration Fund for 2025 Announced - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
2025 Integration Fund now open to applications from non-government and community organisations €3.5 million available to national, regional and local non-profit groups to support the integration and i...
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July 7, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Consultation on the Development of a New Strategy to Support the Community & Voluntary Sector to build upon the structures, achievements and objectives of Sustainable, Inclusive and Empowered Communities for 2026 – 2030.. Closes 15th August 2025.

www.dlrppn.ie/consultation...
July 7, 2025 at 8:52 AM
We have just published the July-August 2025 edition of our ezine. It includes news from our member groups on their activities and events, there is also information on funding and services in DLR. dlrppn.ie/12290-2/
July 1, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The DLR Connector will connect neighbourhoods and villages east to west across the county via a safe and accessible walking and cycling route with public realm and greening improvements. Closes 15 Jul 2025. www.dlrppn.ie/12273-2/
DLR Connector Consultation - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
Overview Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is proposing to develop the “DLR Connector”, a walking, cycling and public realm improvement scheme. The DLR Connector will connect neighbourhoods and vi...
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June 5, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Community Connection is back!

Tune in to Dublin South FM 93.9FM on Wednesday 28 May at 3pm for Community Connection!

Featured in this month’s episode:
This Is Me Neurodiversity
The 16th Underground Cinema Film Awards
Tusla's National Fostering Awareness Month
May 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
DLR PPN Bulletin No.4 2025 has been published. It is full of information on consultations, policy and local events such as the Community Energy Information Event. You can read it here: www.dlrppn.ie/11929-2/
DLR PPN Information Bulletins - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network (sometimes shortened to Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown PPN or DLR PPN) is an independent network of community, voluntary, social inclusion and environme...
www.dlrppn.ie
May 22, 2025 at 10:46 AM
dlr is a very 'active' county and today the new dlr Sports & Physical Activity Plan was launched in Kilbogget Park by Councillor Jim O’Leary. s @dlrcc @dlrSportsTeam
May 19, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Commemorating the contributions of Irish Veterans who participated in the UN Peacekeeping Mission in the Congo (1961), but also highlight the cross-cultural connection between the Congo and the Republic of the Philippines. 20 May 2025 6-8pm Registration details here www.dlrppn.ie/africa-day-2...
May 13, 2025 at 9:24 AM
HI Digital Fund open for applications from projects and organisations that innovatively work to empower Ireland’s older adults to enhance their digital literacy, as well as improve social inclusion and quality of life through the use of technology. www.dlrppn.ie/hi-digital-f...
April 16, 2025 at 10:39 AM
The HSE Balancing Stress Programme is a new, free resource on the HSE website to help people to manage stress using practical, evidence-based tools and exercises. Invitation to launch webinar here: www.dlrppn.ie/balancing-st...
April 16, 2025 at 9:11 AM
There will be a Presidential Election later this year, are you registered to vote? www.dlrppn.ie/are-you-regi...
April 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
April 10, 2025 at 9:09 AM
The Community Safety Fund is now open. Closes 16 May 2025.

The annual fund allows for the proceeds of crime, seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) and An Garda Síochána, to be directed into local projects to support and enhance community safety.
www.dlrppn.ie/community-sa...
Community Safety Fund is Now Open - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Public Participation Network
The Community Safety Fund linked here which is now open for applicants. The annual fund allows for the proceeds of crime, seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) and An […]
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April 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM