Wexford Local Development has organised a number of 2 day business workshops for people enquiring about self employment. Anybody who is in receipt of a social welfare payment or signing for credits is welcome to attend. They are free. These workshops form the application process for the Department of Social Protection schemes: Back to Work […]
Kick Start 1 in Enniscorthy
A one day Kick Start 1 training course takes place in the Astro Centre, Enniscorthy on Tuesday 25th June. Run by the FAI in association with WLD Kick Start 1 qualifies participants to coach under age soccer. It can be the first step to becoming a fully qualified soccer coach and many people with their Kick Start […]
Get Gardening in Bunclody
Wexford Local Development is sponsoring a short introduction to gardening and horticulture course in Bunclody. The course will run on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6.30 -8.30 in the grounds of Bunclody Vocational College starting Tue 18 June. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about soil preparation, planting, maintenance and care of herbs, vegetables and […]
Slaney View as Men's Group Conquer the River
A group of 11 young men from Enniscorthy succesfully paddled from the riverside slip in the town to Ferrycarrig in a handmade craft that they had built in just three days. Using timbers, screws, willow and canvas the boat was constructed in record time with the guidance of community based artisit Andi McGarry. ‘It was hard work but […]
‘A Missing Generation? Youth Unemployment in Co. Wexford – the Stories behind the Statistics’
Research Report, June 2013 Census 2011 figures have revealed that Co. Wexford has the third highest rate of unemployment amongst 15 – 24 year olds in the country. With an unemployment rate of 47%, almost one in every two young people in the labour force is currently without work. In November 2012, Wexford Local Development […]
Go For Life Games
Wexford Local Development are delighted to invite you to participate in a range of light-activity games, currently being promoted amongst community groups and men’s groups through out Co. Wexford in 2013 in conjunction with Sports Active Wexford. An introductory session to explain game rules and demonstrate the game requirements will be provided to groups, along […]
New Training Course for Young Women in Wexford
New Beginnings is a ten week part time course in Wexford designed for young mothers and young women aged 18-25 years. The course will cover beauty therapy, personal care and personal effectiveness and begins late September – click here for details
WLD Services in Enniscorthy
If you are from Enniscorthy then you may be interested in some of the events and services that Wexford Local Development is providing around the town over the next three months. Download Enniscorthy WLD Services July – September 2013 We’ve compiled a full listing of what we have to offer in the areas of Enterprise, […]
WLD in Bunclody
WLD provides a range of services and activities to individuals and communities in the Bunclody area. Our actions include employment guidance, training, enterprise supports, local community activities and educational initiatives. Download Bunclody WLD Services July – September 2013 Please feel free to contact our staff for any further information on what WLD is doing in […]
WLD in Gorey
WLD has put together a listing of what services we offer in the Gorey area, over the next few months. Download WLD Gorey Services – July- September 2013 Services include support around starting your own business, Labour Market Training, out-of-school activities for young people and our Little Jobs Services for older people, to name but […]