Problem Homelessness in Ireland is a rapidly growing crisis, especially for families and children. In March 2023, the number of children living in emergency accommodations surged to 3,472, compared to…
Problem In Ireland, a small percentage of persons with Down syndrome (DS) are engaged in paid employment, with pre-pandemic estimates hovering at just 6%. For those fortunate enough to secure…
Problem In Ireland, nature deprivation and disconnection from the biodiversity crisis are growing problems, particularly in urban areas. Access to green spaces is often limited in cities, particularly for disadvantaged…
Problem Hygiene poverty is a pressing issue, indicating the inability of individuals and families to access essential personal hygiene products and facilities in their daily lives, such as soap, toothpaste,…
Problem Ireland's schools lack adequate climate education, contributing to a rise in climate anxiety among children. Climate anxiety is characterised by intense emotions related to environmental issues, with long-term physical…
An Cosán Virtual Community College (VCC), pioneering social change through online community education. VCC is an education initiative to scale the work of An Cosán in Tallaght West. We empower…
Problem Antisocial activity, criminality and substance misuse is high amongst people who are growing up and living in very disadvantaged areas. In some areas of northside Dublin, there has been…
Problem Between 2004 and 2017, drug-related deaths in Ireland totaled 8,995, while the estimated number of opiate users in the country stood at 19,000. In terms of alcohol addition, 5.8%…
Problem Around 6% of global CO2 emissions are caused by humanity's use of plastic. And we're all familiar with the plastic pollution crisis. Although it exists to serve children, the…
Helium Arts is an organisation with the aim of empowering children living with illness through their creativity and the arts, inspiring those who care for them and supporting creative healthy…