Community Groups

Áislann Rann na Feirste is a community-based, non-profit organization with charitable status dedicated to the preservation and development of the Irish language and community life in Rann na Feirste. The centre serves as a vital hub for the local Gaeltacht community, providing essential services, educational opportunities, and facilities including a research library, preschool, youth club, and multi-purpose rooms for community activities, classes, and events.

COGG (An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaíochta) is dedicated to supporting education through the medium of Irish. Their mission involves providing teaching resources, research, and support services for schools in the Gaeltacht and Irish-medium schools across Ireland, ensuring the promotion and development of the Irish language in the education sector.

Coláiste Chonnacht is a historic Irish language summer college located in the Connemara Gaeltacht. Its mission is to foster a love for the Irish language and heritage among students through immersive, well-organized educational and recreational activities in a safe environment. The college provides Gaeltacht experiences that help students improve their written, listening, and spoken Irish skills while building confidence and making new friends.

Coláiste Laighean is a private educational college providing intensive Irish language revision courses and residential summer programmes. Based in the Sunny South East, the organization focuses on excellence in Irish language education, preparing students for state examinations through expert instruction while fostering language development through a blend of academic classes, sports, arts, and social activities in a supervised, Gaeltacht-style environment.

Coláiste Naomh Eoin is an independently owned educational organization providing high-quality Irish language immersion courses for primary and secondary school students. Through their 'Gaeltacht at Home' initiative, they offer accessible, cost-effective, and immersive learning experiences across Leinster, aiming to foster a love for the Irish language and culture while supporting students' academic potential.

Coláiste Sheosaimh is an Irish language college established in 1960, dedicated to providing immersive Irish language learning experiences for students aged 11 to 18. Operating out of centres in Cill Chiaráin and Carna, the college fosters a positive, fun-filled, and active learning environment where students are encouraged to improve their fluency in Gaeilge through structured courses, experienced teaching staff, and community integration.

Comharchumann Forbartha Mhúscraí Teoranta is a community development cooperative dedicated to serving the Múscraí Gaeltacht region. Their mission focuses on the preservation and promotion of the Irish language, the advancement of local traditions, and the provision of community development services, including the operation of the Gteic digital hub to support local economic growth and sustainable development.

Comhchoiste Ghaeltacht Uíbh Ráthaigh is dedicated to the development of the Irish language and the support of the Gaeltacht community in Iveragh, South Kerry. Their mission is rooted in the principle of mutual support, providing a range of community, tourism, and transport services, as well as cultural programming, folklore preservation, and environmental initiatives to sustain the local Gaeltacht region.

Comhlacht Forbartha Áitiúil Acla (CFÁA) is a community cooperative and registered charity dedicated to the sustainable and inclusive social, economic, and cultural development of the parish of Achill. Their mission focuses on four core pillars: Environment & Infrastructure, Enterprise & Employment, Language, Culture & Heritage, and Strategic Projects. They operate the Achill Experience visitor centre and aquarium, and provide workspace solutions through gteic@acaill to support local economic growth and community vitality.

Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise is the community and language development organization for Gaeltacht na nDéise, serving the parishes of An Rinn and An Sean Phobal. Established in 2005, the organization coordinates community and language development, supporting local groups, committees, clubs, and schools to promote the Irish language, traditional music, and culture while fostering community engagement and sustainable development in the region.

Hibernia College is a pioneer in flexible, blended higher education with 25 years of experience. As the largest provider of school teachers in Ireland, the college focuses on making life-changing education accessible through innovative, supported learning models that allow students to balance studies with their professional and personal commitments, while also providing specialized programmes in nursing, corporate governance, and inclusive education.

Ionad Naomh Pádraig is a community-led resource and enterprise centre based in Dobhar, County Donegal. Established in 1996, the center provides essential support, development, enterprise, and education services tailored to the needs of children, young people, parents, and families in the Gaoth Dobhair area. The facility acts as a hub for community engagement, offering youth services, senior support, gardening programs, and Irish language promotion.

An tOireachtas is a central organization dedicated to promoting the use of the Irish language and fostering networks for its usage. It organizes major cultural events, including the National Drama Festival, and supports arts, literature, and community initiatives across Ireland, fostering a vibrant Irish-speaking community.