Recognition for Letterkenny Together Community Employment Scheme after 30 years
The scheme employs 22 people in a variety of roles such as clerical and administration, care assistants, drivers and general workers
The impact of Letterkenny Together Community Employment Scheme over 30 years has been recognised.
Helen Murray, Higher Executive Officer, Department of Social Protection made a presentation of a plaque marking 30 years of Community Employment to Catherine Regan, Community Employment Supervisor and Cynthia Fuery (secretary) along with current staff members.
The Community Employment scheme was first developed 30 years ago as a crucial tool to address the challenges faced by communities across the country, providing temporary work opportunities to alleviate unemployment while also equipping participants with essential skills, training, and hands-on experience in tandem with supporting local development. CE has been a cornerstone of local development providing vital support, skills, and opportunities right here in the local community.
Letterkenny Together Community Employment Scheme supports many local community groups including local churches through caretaking and maintenance of graveyards and surrounds, Letterkenny Gaels, St Eunans GAA, Glenswilly GAA, Bonagee FC, Letterkenny Rovers FC, Cara House FRC, Manorcunningham Tidy Towns and Gartan Day Centre.
The scheme employs 22 people in a variety of roles such as clerical and administration, care assistants, drivers and general workers.