Integration

Our Community Link Worker is working with local communities across Ireland to support positive responses to the arrival of International Protection Applicants (IPAs). A part of the Community Connection Project (CCP) and using a community development approach, they engage directly with residents to address concerns, community link workers share accurate information, and build understanding around the international protection system. It is about community resilience, countering misinformation, and promoting inclusion before, during, and after the arrival of IPAs.

The New Arrivals Support Team offers essential supports to Ukrainians and International Protection applicants living in accommodation centres and host families across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown (DLR). We work closely with individuals and families – men, women, and children, to help them integrate into their new communities and begin building a positive future in Ireland. Through compassionate engagement and practical assistance, we aim to foster resilience, independence, and a strong sense of belonging for all those we support.

Our Women’s Programme provides essential supports to women in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown, including those under International and Temporary Protection, as well as migrant and Irish women. Designed to empower, uplift, and equip women with the skills and confidence needed to thrive both personally and professionally, the programme acts as a catalyst for change. As one of the first programmes of its kind in the country, we actively promote gender equality, cross-cultural understanding, and encourage participation in local community initiatives and open conversation.