About Us

About Us

Wexford Local Development (WLD) is one of 48 Local Development Companies in Ireland.  We deliver a range of interlinked programmes on behalf of local and national Government to address the needs of individuals and communities across the life cycle within County Wexford.

We are a community based organisation working for County Wexford.  We are committed to making a positive impact across the county by promoting employment, inclusion, supporting enterprise and addressing inequality. Our Registered Charity Number (RCN) is: 20068691.

Our Core Purpose & Vision:

Our Values:

Respect, Equality, Leadership, Inclusion & Integrity

Our Goals:

  • Build strong, sustainable and inclusive communities of place and interest by creating opportunities for development and for people to feel connected.
  • Create opportunities for people to achieve their potential and an improved quality of life through equal participation in every aspect of community and civic life.
  • Promote community regeneration and increase local opportunities for employment and self employment by supporting the development of sustainable enterprises and social enterprises.
  • Strengthen the capacity of our organisation to deliver on our vision and core purpose in alignment with our values.

Governance:

Charities Regulatory Authority (CRA) Governance Code

At Wexford Local Development, we are committed to the highest standards of governance. The CRA Governance Code sets out clear principles to help charities operate effectively, transparently, and with integrity.

This Code provides a framework of standards that every charity should meet to ensure strong management and control of its organisation.

We are actively working towards full compliance with the Charities Regulator Governance Code and plan to complete the Governance Code Compliance Record by 2026.

Here are the six principles of the Charities Governance Code:

  1. Advancing Charitable Purpose
    Ensure that all activities align with and further the charity’s stated purpose.

  2. Behaving with Integrity
    Act honestly, ethically, and in the best interests of the charity.

  3. Leading People
    Provide leadership and direction to staff and volunteers to achieve the charity’s goals.

  4. Exercising Control
    Maintain proper oversight of finances, risk, and compliance.

  5. Working Effectively
    Operate efficiently and make decisions that support the charity’s objectives.

  6. Being Accountable and Transparent
    Communicate openly and report accurately to stakeholders and the public.