Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024

Monaghan Social Inclusion Week takes place from Monday 18th November to Sunday 24th November.

Monaghan Social Inclusion Week is a wonderful opportunity for local groups to highlight the diversity, strength and unity within our communities. It aims to promote inclusivity, celebrate cultural diversity, and highlight the positive impact of community engagement.

Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024 is being organised by the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) Equality Subgroup which is made up of representatives of the local key service providers.

The theme of this year’s Social Inclusion Week is “Respect & Connect.” Respecting and tolerating the beliefs of others is a key part of living in any democratic society. Ireland’s population is the youngest in Europe and is becoming increasingly diverse as more people from around the world choose to live, work and study here. Connection is a key part of including people in our society and helps with our wellbeing and sense of belonging.

A key aim of Social Inclusion Week is to highlight the positive work that Monaghan County Council and other service providers, as well as community groups, undertake in seeking to reduce social exclusion and poverty. It will raise awareness of the barriers experienced by citizens of Monaghan that lead to social inclusion. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of people in County Monaghan.

Speaking about Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024, An Cathaoirleach, Councillor Cathy Bennett said “Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024 is an initiative which aims to promote inclusion and integration. Social Inclusion Week is an opportunity for all those involved in the voluntary and community sectors to highlight the work they do on an ongoing basis which promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. I would like to acknowledge the work of all the groups who take part and wish them well.”

Speaking at the launch Robert Burns, Chief Executive of Monaghan County Council, said “Social Inclusion helps build united communities and ensures that the marginalised have a voice, along with greater participation in Monaghan life. Social inclusion must be a priority in our communities in Monaghan and a responsibility for all.

Monaghan County Council is delighted to coordinate the schedule of events on behalf of the Monaghan LCDC Equality Subgroup. Finally, I would like to acknowledge the great work from all involved in Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024”.

For a full programme of events which will take place during Monaghan Social Inclusion Week 2024 please see Monaghan County Council’s social media accounts and at their website www.monaghan.ie

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