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Kilkenny’s Creative Christmas Connections has been shortlisted for the Age Friendly Community Innovation Award at the 2025 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards.
The project has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to creating inclusive, supportive communities where older people can live well, feel valued and stay connected.
Now in their ninth year, the awards shine a spotlight on the people, projects and partnerships driving change for older people in towns, cities and rural areas across Ireland.
Each shortlisted initiative was selected for its impact, innovation and potential to inspire similar efforts in other communities.
Among the nationwide shortlisted projects are Gas Networks Ireland and Tirlán, who are both up for the Age Friendly Business Innovation Award.
SEE ALSO: Significant funding announced for walkway in County Kilkenny
The awards ceremony will take place on 23 October at The Galmot Hotel in Galway, jointly hosted by Galway City Council and Galway County Council.
Catherine McGuigan, Chief Officer of Age Friendly Ireland said: “Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards highlight the very best of community innovation, collaboration and commitment to improving the lives of older people.”
“The shortlisted projects show what can be achieved when local authorities, communities, state agencies and individuals work together,” she added.
The 2025 awards will honour achievements across eight categories, each aligned with a World Health Organisation Age Friendly theme. These include awards for best in Age Friendly Transport, Active and Healthy Ageing, Business Innovation, Safety and Security, Communications, Environment, Community Innovation and Housing.
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