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Are you concerned about global justice? Worried about the impact of the financial crisis on developing countries? Wondering why aid doesn't seem to be making an impact on the economies of the global south? Do you wish you could do something about it, but feel like you just don't know how?

Then our workshop is for you!

Take part in our workshop, a practical training which will prepare you take an active part in an EU wide campaign to get constituents talking to their MEP candidates.

The workshop will particularly focus on the unfair trade deals the EU is trying to negotiate with developing countries and on EU trade policy. (Please don’t be put off by the trade bit – it’s not as complicated as you think!). It will be participatory and interactive, and supported by a beautiful lobby pack with lots more detail and informatio Read More »

The Coming Home Weekend provides an enjoyable opportunity for returned volunteers and development workers to share their experiences, meet other returned development workers, learn, socialise, network and exchange stories and advice.

Dtalk course

Duration: 3.5 days
Course Aim and Objectives: The aim of the course is to assist development personnel prepare for their role abroad in a significantly different cultural setting.  The course gives participants the space to reflect on their personal preparation as well as increasing their understanding of development issues and developing their communication skills.

Saturday 18th April 2009: 10am-5pm
Irish Aid is hosting a public information fair on overseas volunteering opportunities.

 Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) will hold a Volunteering Information Day on 25 April from 2 pm at the Irish Aid Volunteering and Information Centre, Dublin.

As part of its Africa Day celebrations for 2009 Irish Aid is hosting a family celebration at Iveagh Gardens in Dublin on Sunday, 24th May.

The event is free and is not-for-profit. The celebration is an opportunity to promote a positive image of African culture and Ireland’s relationship with Africa. 

If you are interested in becoming involved in Africa Day 2009, either as a volunteer or a contributor, please contact DHR Communications on 01-488 5808, or email AfricaDay@DHR.ie for further details.

EIL Intercultural Learning invites applications for its 2009 Global Awareness Programme scholarship.

The Global Awareness Programme is an exciting training, volunteering and awareness raising project focussing on HIV/AIDS.

Four people will be chosen to participate on the programme.

The participants will:
- Attend training on HIV/AIDS issues in Ireland
- Attend a training on Media Skills
- Volunteer for 8 weeks in a HIV&AIDS organisation in South Africa or Nigeria
- Plan and implement an awareness raising campaign around HIV/AIDS on their return to Ireland.

For further information, including application form, please check www.eilireland.org/development-education/global-awareness-programme

or contact Caterina Totaro
on E: caterina@eilireland.org / T: 021 4551535

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Join ORBIS Ireland (www.orbisireland.ie), take part in the GREAT ETHIOPIAN RUN and give the precious gift of sight to thousands of people in Ethiopia.

On 22 November 2009, Addis Ababa will host Africa’s biggest road race, a challenging 10km at 10,000 feet above sea level. Beginning in downtown Addis Ababa, you’ll be joined by 30,000 other competitors, including the great Haile Gebrselassie. There are a huge variety of runners of all age groups and fitness levels taking part.

VSI invites applications for Africa, Asia, Latin America Programme - this 6-8 week programme enables people to gain an insight and understanding of different development issues ...

The Matitanana River Integrated Water Management Project (MIWM) aims to develop a self-financing and sustainable solution to the problems of supply of water for drinking, sanitation and irrigation for the population living along the south bank of the Matitanana river in south east Madagascar.

The project manager will work in close collaboration with the local land owners association, local government authorities, the Catholic Parish of Vohipeno and grassroots level village organizations and institutions.

Degree in engineering.
Additional educational qualifications in water & sanitation management, desirable but not essential.
Able to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including local institutions, churches and grassroot organizations.
Starting date: Mid 2009
Salary: Volunteer allowance basis
Contract duration: 12 months, renewable for a further 12 mo Read More »