Limerick ETB launch new strategic plan as part of festival

Coláiste Íde agus Iosef Community College students Keearagh Welch, Declan Kelly, and Emma Buckley with Minister Patrick O’Donovan TD at the launch Picture: Alan Place

placeholder image — Coláiste Íde agus Iosef Community College students Keearagh Welch, Declan Kelly, and Emma Buckley with Minister Patrick O’Donovan TD at the launch Picture: Alan Place

The Local Creative Youth Partnership strategic plan aims to create more opportunities for young people

A MILESTONE for education in the Mid-West has been reached with the launch of the Limerick and Clare ETB's Local Creative Youth Partnership strategic plan, 2025 - 2027 through education.

The strategic plan is part of its Call & Response Creative Youth Festival and aims to create more opportunities for young people to express themselves and support their educational journeys.

Zara Starr Madden, LCYP co-ordinator, stated: “We’re incredibly excited to launch this plan, which reflects our deep commitment to nurturing young people’s creative potential.

“This plan sets out an ambitious path to increase access to high-quality creative opportunities”.

Minister Patrick O'Donovan attended the official launch at Coláiste Íde agus Iosef Community College in Abbeyfeale. He emphasised the importance of young people, particularly during a time of political uncertainty and global challenges.

Minister O'Donovan spoke about how young creatives are crucial in providing a guiding light.

Bernadette Cullen, chief executive of Limerick and Clare ETB, said: “This move provides a fantastic opportunity to link formal education with informal learning experiences”.