What’s on?
The ‘What’s On’ section of the BRIJ website has links to events, performances, festivals, and places of interest. Attending events and meeting new people will support your integration into Cork.
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Sanctuary Runners
Sanctuary Runners is a solidarity-through-sport initiative and non-profit organisation that brings people together in communities across Ireland to run with migrants, asylum seekers and refugees.
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Cork Volunteer Centre
Cork Volunteer Centre provides a placement service to individuals who would like to volunteer with non-profit organisations.
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Community Gardens
Community Gardens are a fantastic spaces that enhance the local ecosystem and biodiversity, and support your mental and physical health and wellbeing. Spending time in nature improves sleep and reduces stress.
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Charity Shops in Cork City
Cork City’s many charity shops are a great resource for shopping and volunteering.
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Education
Education is fantastic for self-development, self-fulfillment, improving job prospects, and integrating into a community.
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Cork Education and Training Board
Cork Education and Training Board (CETB) supports and provides training and education pathways for every type of learner. They offer a wide variety of courses, including evening, part-time, and full time courses.
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English Classes
When you arrive in Ireland, your first priority should be to learn English. Learning the local language allows you to study, find a job, and integrate into the community. There are English classes offered by several organisations in Cork City.
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Sanctuary Scholarships
In Cork, both University College Cork (UCC) and Munster Technological University (MTU) offer Sanctuary Scholarships to support you in studying at third level.
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Cork City Partnership – Education, Employment & Empowerment
Cork City Partnership are a local and community development company working in Cork city. They provide education, employment and community development initiatives, including training courses such as Safe Pass, Manual Handling, HACCP, and more.
