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Expressions of Interest Now Open – SDG Champions Programme 2025–2026
The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE) is now inviting Expressions of Interest for the 2025–2026 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Champions Programme. Organisations and groups from across the country will be selected as SDG Champions, helping to raise awareness and inspire action around the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. As a Champion, your group will demonstrate that everyone in society has a role to play in building a more sustainable, inclusive future. Learn more about the role, responsibilities, and how to apply here.
This Friday: Your Council Day 2025 – Celebrate Local Government
Date: Friday, 27 June
Join the PPN in marking Your Council Day 2025, a nationwide campaign celebrating the essential work of local authorities across Ireland. Throughout the day, councils and communities will be sharing stories and insights on social media using #YourCouncilDay and #DoLáSaChomhairle. It’s a great opportunity to highlight your collaboration with your local authority. Watch the campaign video on YouTube here
Applications Open: DCU Master’s in Climate Change – Policy, Media & Society
DCU is now accepting applications for the 2025/26 Master’s programme in Climate Change: Policy, Media, and Society. This interdisciplinary course explores how climate change intersects with policymaking, communication, and social transformation.
Deadline to apply: 1 July 2025
Find out more about the programme here
PPN Training & Support
What is a DPO? – Workshop Follow-Up
On 23 June, Peter Kearns from the Independent Living Movement of Ireland led an informative online session on establishing a Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO) in Dublin City. Unlike traditional service providers, DPOs are led by and for disabled people, with a rights-based approach. Download the presentation slides here.
Next Session:
Date: Thursday, 8 September
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Location: Central Dublin (Accessible venue TBC)
This will be a hybrid event with both in-person and online attendance options.
New Members Meet-Up
Date: Tuesday, 30 September
Whether you’re a new group or simply looking to reconnect, our New Members Meet-Up is a great way to learn more about the PPN, refresh your knowledge, and meet other member groups from the network.
To join, please email Siobhán at:
Updates from the PPN Representatives & Secretariat
Planning & Urban Regeneration SPC – Meeting on 24 June at 2:00pm
Your PPN Representatives:
- Fergal Butler (Bridgefoot Street Park)
- Sebastian Vencken (Broadstone Basin Residents Association)
Access the recording here
Upcoming SPC Meetings:
- Housing & Social Inclusion SPC: Monday, 30 June at 9:30am
- Community, Gaeilge, Sport, Arts & Culture SPC: Monday, 14 July at 9:30am
Watch or view the archives here
The Dublin City Public Participation Network (PPN) is a vibrant network of community, voluntary, social inclusion, and environmental groups working to improve quality of life across Dublin. Through training, information-sharing, and representation on 21 Council committees, PPN ensures your voice influences local decision-making.
All representative seats are currently filled.
See the full list of representatives and their member groups here.
