Dates: Thursday 10 July,10.00am-6.00pm and Friday 11 July, 10.00am-3.00pm Location: An Tairseach, Wicklow IDEA is thrilled to open applications for our second iteration of the IDEA's Lab. In this first of its kind residential Lab, we will create space where members can bring their ideas for projects and try out new planning and design methods. Participants will have the opportunity to work on an idea from scratch to (almost) finish with the support of expert trainers and learn through group exchange in a welcoming and inspiring setting. Participants will come out of the training with: An early project design proofed, tested and built through group feedback, iteration, trialling and support. New approaches in designing innovative projects they can apply to their workplace Headspace and time to work on the design of an innovative project A chance to actively learn through group exchange and strengthen the sense of an innovative community of practice in Ireland How? Please email anya@ideaonline.ie to request an application form. Requesting an application form does not commit you to applying. The deadline for returning application form (including organisational sign off letter) is Friday 23 May, midnight . You will find further details in the application form. Participants must register as a team of 2min.- 4 max. Participants without a team member will be asked to pair up with other individual participants or find a partner outside their organisation. Cost : This training is funded by Irish Aid at the Department of Foreign Affairs and offered at a reduced rate. This training is only available to IDEA members. Non-IDEA members can participant as part of an IDEA member team. Fees for members of IDEA is €50  Irish Aid is the Government’s overseas development programme which supports partners working in some of the world’s poorest countries. Irish Aid also supports global citizenship education in Ireland to encourage learning and public engagement with global issues the ideas, opinions and comments expressed in this training are entirely the responsibility of its author(s) and do not necessarily represent or reflect DFA policy. Timeline: Applications open: 07 May Applications close: 23 May, midnight Preparatory session with trainer (30min, online): Mid June Lab arrival: Where possible we advise arrival on Wednesday 09 July in the evening. Accommodation and food will be provided from 09 July, 5.00pm - 11 July, 3.00pm Lab: 10 July,10.00am-6.00pm. 11 July, 10.00am-3.00pm Please don’t hesitate to get in touch at anya@ideaonline.ie if any of the above pose a barrier to your participation, or if you have any other questions.

Wednesday 18 June, 10.00am - 4.00pm Wynn’s Hotel, Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1

06 May 10.30am – 4.30pm IDEA offices, 6 Gardiner Row

Wednesday 30 April, 12.30-2.30pm Online via Zoom

Reclaiming Ground for Hope, Alternatives, and Action Date: Wednesday 28 May, 10.30am - 5.00pm Location: Grand Hotel Malahide, Malahide, Co. Dublin, K36 XT65 Around the world, the threats of climate breakdown, genocide, and the stripping back of human rights are accelerating daily. At the same time, the escalation of disinformation, militarism, extremism, and authoritarianism undermines hard-won battles for equality and social justice at many levels of society. As educators whose work is centred on global justice and solidarity, what is our role in reclaiming ground to imagine, explore, and create alternatives to this current reality? As practitioners of Global Citizenship Education, what can we do to retain focus and remain energised, active, and hopeful in unlocking alternatives for a better world? Join us at the IDEA Annual Conference 2025 to hear from inspiring educators, thinkers, leaders, and activists who will share their experiences of co-creating change and reclaiming ground for social and global justice. This year, we are honoured to present President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins with the inaugural Global Voice for Humanity Award , recognising his lifelong commitment to justice, equality, and education. The award ceremony will feature a special musical performance by acclaimed composer and violinist Colm Mac Con Iomaire . The conference will also feature contributions from a diverse lineup of speakers: Grace Dyas: Award-winning artist and activist known for her work addressing social justice issues through theatre and film. Joe Caslin: Renowned street artist whose large-scale murals highlight themes such as mental health and LGBTQ+ rights. Dean Oke: Youth worker and spoken word artist focusing on empowering young people through creativity and social impact. Lynn Ruane: Independent Irish politician and advocate for marginalized communities, with a background in community drug services. Seán McCabe: Head of Climate Justice and Sustainability at Bohemian Football Club, engaging communities in climate transition initiatives. Donnah Sibanda Vuma: Human rights advocate supporting migrant and refugee victims of exploitation and violence. Come together with other IDEA members to share challenges and successes, and to reflect on the ways Global Citizenship Education can contribute to a fairer world. This conference will provide an opportunity to strengthen our collective work – through education – to reclaim space for hope, alternatives, and action. Find out more The event has sold out, please email Áine at aine@ideaonline.ie to be added to the waiting list If you have any specific questions regarding the award ceremony, please email ruairi@ideaonline.ie .