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Wishing you all a peaceful and a joy-filled Christmas   From us all at the Irish Countrywomen’s Association 

Happy Christmas In the words of an old Irish blessing The light of the Christmas star to you,The warmth of home and heart to youThe cheer and good will of friends to you,The hope of a childlike heart to you,Ans wishing you the spirit of Christmas which is peace.The joy of Christmas which is love. […]

Unity in Diversity Cork has come to an end! We were delighted to run the Project and we thank ETB Cork for the funding! The Project supported the increase participation in learning to women living in areas of need by providing an opportunity to create and access learning opportunities at local level aimed at the […]

We are delighted to announce the winner of our Caption Competition! Anne Newton, from Ashford Guild, with her funny caption won an ICA book of Bread and Baking, congratulations!

🎄 On 13th of December, Pat O’Looney, ICA tutor, held the last Craft Class of the year in Central Office. The class supported members in creating, yet again, the loveliest Christmas decorations. 🎥 Here are some pictures about the craft class! ❗️Make sure to keep an eye out of our social media pages, the 2023 […]

Yesterday marked International Migrants Day. In recent years, conflict, insecurity, the effects of climate change have heavily contributed to forced migratory movement, whether within countries or across borders. In 2020 over 281 million people were international migrants, while over 59 million people were internally displaced by the end of 2021.  The ICA marks this day by […]

Met Eireann has predicted temperatures could drop as low as -7C degrees and extended the weather warning. With freezing temperatures expected, it’s important to take care of yourself and others. Cold weather can be particularly difficult for vulnerable and older people.  Here are some tips issued by the HSE on keeping yourself and others warm […]

🎊What a Project, participants of the Unity in Diversity have completed the Course! 🤝We are delighted to have had the opportunity to run the Unity in Diversity Project which brought women living in areas of need together and increased their participation in learning by providing an opportunity to create and access learning opportunities at local […]

Today marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and we are delighted to share the COFACE press release. POLICY BRIEF. Breaking policy silos to better support children with disabilities and their families | COFACE Families Europe (coface-eu.org)

🎄One final craft class before the Christmas season! ✨To prepare for the festive season, ICA is holding one final Christmas craft class on December 13th in Central Office (58 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4) from 11AM to 1PM. ✨ The class is €10 euro, plus the cost of the kit which is also €10 euro. […]