The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) is co-funded by the Irish Government, through the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, and the European Social Fund Plus under the Employment, Inclusion, Skills and Training (EIST) Programme 2021-2027.
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Longford
Longford Community Resources CLG
Building community engagement and participation
Bringing communities together through creative arts to support participation, empowerment and collective action to address the needs and barriers for local communities.
Promoting opportunities for employment, education and training
SICAP working collectively with other agencies and organisations to promote the opportunities and options available to access employment, education and training.
Supporting progression into self-employment
SICAP through collaboration with local service providers provide information and training to empower individuals to set up their own business.
Building community connections through culture
Bringing people together through music to strengthen social connections, celebrate cultural identity, and encourage active participation in community life.
Improving work readiness
Delivering training opportunities to improve the knowledge and skills for people thereby increasing their employment opportunities.
Celebrating our diversity
Raising awareness and celebrating our cultural diversity by supporting events to bring communities together.
2024/25 KPI 1
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Number of Local Community Groups, Social Enterprises and Networks supported
2024/25 KPI 2
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Number of Individuals supported on a one-to-one basis
How can SICAP help me?
Through the SICAP programme you can access free, confidential, and tailored local support in Ireland to help you find work, build skills, start a business, or get involved in your community. It is mainly designed for people who are facing disadvantage, social exclusion, or having trouble accessing mainstream services.
Areas of Support
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Education, Training and Wellbeing
SICAP can help you to explore educational options that fit your needs.
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Local Community Organisations
SICAP can help with practical supports like governance and applying for grants.
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Job and Career Supports
SICAP can help you to improve your quality of life through job supports and training.
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Help to Start a Business or Social Enterprise
SICAP can help you develop your business plan as well as guide you to apply for grants and supports.
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SICAP support is available in virtually every parish in Ireland. Click on your county to see how SICAP is helping people in your locality.
Contact your LDC to find out more.