Míle Buíochas to Business Support!
May has been the month of success, achievement, and completion for Gaisce participants and staff alike! It has been a particularly busy month for our Business Support Team. They have been hard at work here in Gaisce HQ, processing and dispatching to Gaisce participants across the country during this record completion period, ensuring recipients received their Awards in time for their Award ceremonies. Gaisce’s Business Support Team is led by Louise Place and includes Alex Davis, Deirdre Phelan, and the newest team member, Ayomide Ayeni. Their dedication and commitment help ensure that young people across Ireland are
Gaisce Welcomes Sophie Bell and Nicole Kelly to the Gaisce Comms Team!
Gaisce – The President’s Award is delighted to welcome Sophie Bell (Content Creator) and Nicole Kelly (Communications Coordinator) to our growing Gaisce team. Sophie Bell – Content Creator Prior to joining Gaisce, Sophie worked as a civil servant / QC medicine analyst, and in media. When she is not working on exciting projects in Gaisce, Sophie can be found working on her family farm in Cavan and sharing her journey across her ever-growing social media channels. Sophie graduated in 2021 with a BSc Hons in Agriculture with Animal Science from Harper Adams University, Shropshire.
Maith Thú Round Up!
What a month it’s been, celebrating Maith Thú and all your hard work throughout your Gaisce journey alongside the skills, successes and impact you have made along the way. We’ve had some fantastic Gaisce participants involved in Maith Thú this year. From powerhouse students such as Jack Coffey to advocate and activist, Latisha McRudden, it’s been a pleasure to hear the impact Gaisce has had on young people at every stage of their journey. Check out some highlights from our Maith Thú celebrations: Latisha McCrudden Latisha is a 21-year-old law student at the University of Galway, with a fantastic journey behind her. After overcoming a tumour as a
Traveller Pride Week Spotlight: Latisha McCrudden
In celebration of Traveller Pride Week, we had the pleasure of speaking to Gaisce Awardee and member of the Traveller community Latisha McCrudden about her achievements, work and passions. Latisha is a 21-year-old law student at the University of Galway, with a fantastic journey behind her. After overcoming a tumour as a child and battling mental health struggles, Latisha has been a passionate advocate for mental health, domestic abuse, minority and female rights, believing in equality for all. When asked about her achievements, Latisha’s work across organisations such as the Irish Traveller Movement Youth Forum, Minceirs Whiden Youth Forum, National Women’s Council of Ireland, National
Tender Notice – Governance Review Consultancy Services
Gaisce - The President’s Award invites tenders from suitably qualified consultants and/or organisations to undertake an independent Governance Review of the Gaisce Council. Gaisce is governed by a 15-member board of directors (Gaisce Council) which is committed to achieving best practice in governance and ensuring the organisation operates in an effective, efficient, accountable and transparent manner in pursuit of its charitable objectives. Interested parties are invited to download the tender documentation and submit completed proposals by the specified closing date. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 8th June 2026 Tenders should be a max of 2 pages. Return tenders
A special message to Gaisce participants from President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly!
In celebration of everyone who is working towards or has completed their Gaisce Award, President Catherine Connolly has shared a special message to recognise and congratulate your achievement. Completing a Gaisce Award, whether at Bronze, Silver or Gold, is a remarkable accomplishment, and we hope all our Awardees are taking the time to celebrate this milestone and reflect on everything that you have achieved. Maith Thú!
