Inishowen Development Partnership

Do you want to learn more on Artificial Intelligence and the future AI has to play in sales? IDP in collaboration with The ii - Inishowen Innovation are hosting an INBusiness event on AI in Sales on Friday October 11th at 10am in the II, St. Oran's Road, Buncrana The aim of this workshop is to attract key salespeople and SME’s to come together and learn how AI can enhance their sales strategies. The workshop will be facilitated by Liam Coyle, founder of Simply Pragmatic AI, an anti-hype AI consultancy focused on delivering practical, real-world solutions to business problems. If you are part of the sales team for your business and want to know what part, AI is going to play in the future of your business then do not miss this exciting event. The event is free, but booking is required as places are a premium! Link in the comments box! #AIinSales #thefutureishere #supportingSMEs #inbusiness #upskill #enhancingsales #workingtogether #inishowen #EUinmyregion

With today being National Walking Day is this the perfect time to sign up to the Lowland Leader Training which we are holding as part of the Active Inishowen Project? IDP and Donegal Local Sports Partnership are inviting people to take part in this exciting opportunity to complete Lowland Leader Training right here in Inishowen governed by Mountaineering Ireland We are looking for applicants with a passion for walking, heritage, and community engagement. Incentives: • The Active Inishowen Project will cover costs associated with training saving approximately €700. • Accredited Lowland Leaders will be insured & compensated for future guided walks under the Active Inishowen Project. • Trained leaders can use their certification for any independent work they wish to partake in outside the project or continue their training with Mountaineering Ireland. An initial investment from participants is required of €104 to register on the course with Mountaineering Ireland (not needed until after application and introduction day). The training will take place in Sliabh Sneacht Centre on 16th & 17th of November with Bren Whelan from Donegal Climbing For Further Information or to download the application form click on the link in the comments box or email kevin@inishowen for more information #nationalwalkingday #lowlandleadertraining #activeinishowen #collaboration #guidedwalks

IDP were delighted to host an information event with officials from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) on Monday evening for DCB Homeowners in Donegal. SEAI Head of National Retrofit & Communities, Brian O’Mahoney, along with Programme Manager National Retrofit, Stephen Farrell, outlined the various grants and supports now available for DCB homeowners when renovating or rebuilding their homes. Contractors and One Stop Shops were also in attendance on the night. Thanks again to the SEAI DCB Team for working with us on this event and coming to meet homeowners here in Inishowen.     For more on the supports available see: https://lnkd.in/dePCYPbi IDP DCB Facilitator can be contacted at 074-9362218. Our second Facilitator will be in place Oct 21.  

Our Joint CEO Shauna McClenaghan and Team Lead for Resilience and Well-being Patricia Lee were delighted to gather with our Irish Local Development Network colleagues for the launch of the ILDN annual report by Minister of State for Department of Rural and Community Development Joe O'Brien on Tuesday morning as part of the Local Development Week 2024. The Minister heard about the positive impacts of the work of Local Development Companies around the country. The afternoon was spent in conversation with the Minister who kindly joined us for a worthwhile and informative roundtable discussion on Food Insecurity and Poverty.  Shuana and Patricia then had the opportunity to present our recent research report spotlighting responses to food insecurity in Inishowen where they highlighted the positive work ongoing on the ground in Inishowen with our community partners.   #ldw24 #ildn #collaboration #foodinsecurity #inishowen

💚 💛 Happy #LoveDonegalDay #dúnnangallabú 💚💛 While there are many reasons to #lovedonegal, we at IDP are sometimes a bit biased when it comes to our peninsula of Inishowen. From its breathtaking beauty and scenery to the heart of the peninsula – its people - Inishowen has it all. At IDP, it’s all about People, Place, Progress – it is in the foundation of everything we do. For the people of Inishowen, we’re more than just a support network – we’re a partner in creating opportunities, building stronger communities, and fostering a brighter future. Whether it's providing training, supporting local businesses, or empowering individuals, we’re here to help every step of the way. We’re honoured to support this thriving community and we will continue to keep Inishowen - its people and its progress - at the core of everything we do Donegal.ie Go Visit Donegal Go Visit Inishowen, Donegal #lovedonegalday #dúnnangallabú #loveinishowen #iniseoghainabú #PeoplePlaceProgress

Our team members Ana McColgan and Sinead McDaid really enjoyed the meet up with other members Anne Marie McLaughlin and Sinéad Milligan at the Donegal Women in Business Network celebration event. Well done all. Congrats on 25 years!

Our Joint CEO Shauna McClenaghan and Project Development Officer, Tracey McRory got to meet with An Taoiseach Simon Harris in @New Gate , Derry today. Delighted to have a chance to meet with him and speak about our cross border work. Thanks to our partners at Newgate for the kind invitation and the opportunity to hear about our project. #PeoplePlaceProgress

THIS Autumn IDP is kicking off its Sláintecare Healthy Communities Parents Plus Programmes with a new ADHD Children’s Programme. The ADHD programme is a new programme which addresses the needs of parents of children with ADHD aged 6-12 years and helps them to support their child through life. So if you are parenting a child with ADHD and would like to meet other parents in a group programme that is cofacilitated in the community – this may be for you. Come along to our informational coffee morning on Thursdays 26th September from 10am - 2pm to find out more about the programme and meet the community facilitators. To register your interest click on the link before or email claire@inishowen.ie for more information: https://lnkd.in/eQtaFcmd #SLÁINTECARE #HealthyCommunities #parenting #parentsplus #SupportingParents #SupportingChildren #adhdawareness #adhd #inishowen

A reminder that the closing date for our DCB community facilitator post is this coming Monday (September 9) Get your applications in before 12 noon to be considered Download the application form here👇 https://lnkd.in/eZVkBYBf

Great to see the impact our ChangeMakers project is having in our County bringing people in our community together to promote sustainability.