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AONTAS @aontas.com · 6h

“Communities are showing us the way to fight disinformation, it’s time for policymakers to step up to help.”

– Dr. Lucy Michael, sociologist and Director at Lucy Michael Research and Training, keynote at the Community Education Against Disinformation (CEAD) launch.

📚 Funded by @ihrec.bsky.social

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 9h

“Learners’ experiences and input should be valued just as much as other stakeholders.” 💬

The ENHANCE Cartesian Matrix captures learners’ voice, access & impact across Europe.

Explore ➡️ enhancelearnervoice.com/enhance-matrix/

#LearnerVoice #Impact #ENHANCE

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 1d

Our new website is here! 🌟

Designed for learners, educators, and community champions – find resources, updates, and inspiration for adult & community education in Ireland and across Europe.

Check it out here! ➡️ [www.aontas.com/]
#AdultEducation #LifelongLearning

AONTAS @aontas.com · 1d

Know a group making a real impact in adult or community education? 🌟

Nominate them for a #STARAwards2026!

⏰ Nominations close 30th Oct 2025.

Submit here: membership.aontas.com/resources/st...

AONTAS @aontas.com · 2d

📢 This afternoon we unveiled the Community Education for Social Transformation (CEST) report.

It explores how community education is evolving across Ireland and its impact on learners & communities

Read the report here: [tinyurl.com/ComEdforSocT...]

#CommunityEducation

AONTAS @aontas.com · 2d

This morning we launched the Community Education Against Disinformation workbook!

📚 Helping learners think critically, spot false info & build empathy online.
Funded by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (@ihrec.bsky.social)

Find the workbook online here➡️:[tinyurl.com/CEAD-Workbook]

AONTAS @aontas.com · 2d

Dr. Lucy Michael at the 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (CEAD) launch:

"Communities are showing us the way to fight disinformation it is time for policymakers to step up to help"

📚 Funded by IHREC
#CEAD #CommunityEducation

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 2d

🎉 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Live at IHREC for the launch of two major AONTAS research projects:

📚 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – funded by IHREC
📚 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Exploring how community education drives inclusion & social change.
#CommunityEducation

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 3d

We’ve launched the ENHANCE Cartesian Matrix 🌍

Based on 40+ good practices from across Europe, it highlights learners’ voices, conditions for participation & their impact on communities and policy.

Find out more here ➡️enhancelearnervoice.com/enhance-matrix/

#LearnerVoice #ENHANCE #AdultEducation

AONTAS @aontas.com · 3d

𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄: Launch of the 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗧) report!

💡 Shining a light on community education in Ireland

📝Impact, challenges & future policy | 📍 𝗜𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗖 | 7 Oct

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 3d

𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄: Launch of the Community Education Against Disinformation (CEAD) workbook!

📚 Supports critical thinking, spotting false info & building dialogue

Funded by the Irish Human Rights & Equality Commission (IHREC) | 📍 IHREC | 7 Oct

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 9d

Showcase your work at the AONTAS Adult Education Summit 2025!

📅 19th–20th November | €300 (incl. 1 ticket)

Attendees from across the island of Ireland | 2 days | National visibility
Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/AONTAS-Adult...

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 10d

Next week we launch two new research projects exploring how community education tackles inequality, advances inclusion & drives change.

📚 Community Education Against Disinformation (funded by IHREC)
📚 Community Education for Social Transformation

🗓️ 7 Oct | 📍 IHREC
🔗 tinyurl.com/AONTAS-Resea...

AONTAS @aontas.com · 12d

Community education gave John focus and direction after prison, helping him carve a new path and aim higher than he ever thought possible.

👉 Read his story: www.aontas.com/learner-stor...

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation

AONTAS @aontas.com · 12d

Reach supports learners most at risk of being left behind. Consistent investment will protect opportunities across Ireland. #CommunityEducation #Budget2026 #NEAAL

👉 Read our Budget 2026 recommendations here [www.aontas.com/Budget%20202...]

AONTAS @aontas.com · 12d

For Leni, community education became a turning point — offering connection, hope, and the courage to write a new chapter.

👉 Read Leni’s full story here:
[www.aontas.com/learner-stor...]

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation #LearnerStories #AdultLearning

AONTAS @aontas.com · 13d

As part of our campaign, we spent our Day of Visibility with Coolock Development Council 💡.
Thank you for the warm welcome and for showcasing the power of community education 📚.

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation #LifelongLearning #DayOfVisibility

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 13d

Providers need stability to plan, deliver, and meet growing demand. Multi-annual funding protects learners and strengthens communities. #CommunityEducation #NEAAL

👉 Read our Budget 2026 recommendations [www.aontas.com/Budget%20202...]

AONTAS @aontas.com · 13d

Arriving in Ireland with no English, Esther found confidence & connection through learning.

Community Education with the Irish Refugee Council + support from NALA opened new opportunities.

👉 Read her story: www.aontas.com/learner-stor...

#NEAAL

AONTAS @aontas.com · 14d

Research, learner voices and advocacy shaped the day. Proud to contribute through our community education research and Community Education Network panel voice.

Find out more about our Community Education campaign ➡️ [www.aontas.com/campaign/]
#AdultEducation #LearnerVoice #NEAAL

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 14d

Dr. Eve Cobain and Dr Rebecca Jackson presented findings from our Community Education for Social Transformation research today 📊
Full launch on 7 October.

Register for the launch here ➡️ [tinyurl.com/AONTAS-Resea...]

#CommunityEducation #AdultEducation #NEAAL #NALA

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AONTAS @aontas.com · 14d

Today’s National Skills Conversation brings together learners, researchers and leaders to focus on adult education, we co-hosted the event with NALA 👥

Find out more about our Community Education campaign ➡️ [www.aontas.com/campaign/]

#AdultEducation #CommunityEducation #NEAAL

AONTAS @aontas.com · 15d

From first aid to advocacy, Nikita’s learning journey gave her strength, new qualifications, and the chance to support other women.

👉 Read Nikita’s full story here:
www.aontas.com/learner-stor...

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation #LearnerStories

AONTAS @aontas.com · 15d

💡 Community education offers exceptional value — delivered locally, with minimal overheads and maximum results.

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation #AdultLearning #LifelongLearning

AONTAS @aontas.com · 15d

📚 Community education in prison gave Robert tools for healing and growth, leading him all the way to postgraduate study.

👉 Read Robert’s full story here:
www.aontas.com/learner-stor...

#NEAAL #CommunityEducation #LearnerStories