Congratulations to the Community category finalists:
Irish Stammering Association- Dublin
The ISA acts as the primary source of information and support of the stammering community in Ireland, raising greater awareness and working towards an understanding and acceptance of stammering in Irish society. The ISA is the only national organisation representing people who stammer, their families, and the supporting professionals working in the field.
Specialisterne Ireland Company- Dublin
Specialisterne Ireland is a national charity that was founded over 11 years ago by three people. They are working to gain and retain employment for Neurodiverse people including those who are Autistic, Dyslexic, Dyspraxic, or who have ADHD. Thanks to National Lottery funding, they have helped over 600 neurodivergent individuals gain employment and demand continues to grow at 25% each year.
South Meath Social Economy- Meath
HomeLife is a vital service run by South Meath Social Economy and is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older individuals and people with disabilities in County Meath, Ireland. Through its comprehensive home and garden maintenance services, HomeLife ensures that clients can live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities.
Castleblayney Trust for Homeless, Needy, & Unemployed- Monaghan
Castleblayney Trust is an approved homeless charity and have been providing temporary emergency and social housing to the most marginalised in their community since 1987. They strive to provide a safe and comfortable home for all their tenants. They work with their tenants to improve their care, support, rehabilitation, accommodation, and employment opportunities.
Glen of Imaal Irish Red Cross Mountain Rescue- Wicklow
Founded in 1983, The Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue (GOIMRT) team members are fully voluntary who give up their own time to help those in need. The team provides a search and rescue service, free of charge, in the Wicklow mountains and surrounding areas 24/7, 365 days/year.