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AllSkills Education CLG Receives High Commendation at Business Post Fintech Awards
We're delighted to share the exciting news that AllSkills Education CLG, with our FLIT Financial Literacy project, received a 'Highly Commended' recognition in the Diversity Category at the recent Business Post Fintech Awards.
A Nod to Our Journey: AllSkills Education Nominated for Social Enterprise Award!
We're absolutely chuffed to announce that AllSkills Education CLG was a finalist in the 'Up and Coming' category for the Social Enterprise Awards! It's a real honour to be recognised, especially knowing the brilliant work done by so many in our sector.
Pathways to Financial Independence: Our Recent Programme with Longford Women's Link
We recently completed a fulfilling 5-week financial literacy programme with Longford Women's Link, supporting a cohort of amazing women to build financial resilience. It was a powerful reminder that strong, talented people can face unexpected financial challenges.
Connecting Communities: A Busy Day for FLIT Financial Literacy in Leinster and Munster!
It was a busy day for FLIT Financial Literacy, with a co-design session at the Guinness Enterprise Centre and two vibrant workshops in Waterford. We're seeing a real interest in savings and pensions, and the power of community engagement through local libraries.
A Week of Connection, Learning, and Recognition
It's been a truly inspiring week for AllSkills Education, full of genuine connection, shared wisdom, and impactful workshops. From Longford to Kilkenny, Dublin and Enniskillen, we've seen the power of financial literacy in communities. And yes, a lovely acknowledgement at the Network Ireland awards too!
A Day in the Life of AllSkills: Building Financial Literacy Across Ireland
Join us for a peek into a recent busy day at AllSkills Education, from celebrating local business in Dublin to co-designing new financial literacy modules and empowering women with money skills in Kildare. It's all about making financial education accessible.
Smart D8 and AllSkills Education CLG Collaboration 2026
AllSkills Education CLG is delighted to be chosen as one of three projects to pilot in the Dublin 8 under the eye of some powerful stakeholders in community health. This is an opportunity to roll out FLIT Financial Literacy hybrid (in-person workshops combined with a digital platform) during 2026
Uncovering Our Financial Past: Bridging Generations with 'Women, Money & Place'
Our 'Women, Money & Place' project is sparking vital conversations about personal finance, by delving into Ireland’s history. Discover how examining 1926 census records and sharing family stories is helping women overcome cultural barriers to discussing money.
Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy: Real Stories from The Gateway Project
We've been busy during the summer, and managed to complete an 8-session financial literacy programme with a group of up to 22 women at The Gateway Project in Dublin7. It was an absolute privilege to work with this group, I learned a lot, some of it 'the hard way' when a classroom approach went awry, but its enormously helpful to hear feedback from participants on graduation day and feel the programme has made some sort of a practical difference.
Supporting Families Through the IVF Journey: A Financial Literacy Perspective
At AllSkills Education, we believe in empowering people with practical knowledge for life's significant moments. Our FLIT Financial Literacy project have collaborated with Flowering Fertility over the last year to discuss the often-overlooked financial side of IVF.
Why does FLIT prioritise women?
'Empowering women to Financial Security' ..... hmm is that a bit exclusionary???
Tech skills for the future workforce
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From startup to social impact
!TechStars 2nd Place Award - FLIT Financial Literacy
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A PESTLE analysis of female financial literacy
Political - Economic - Social - Technological - Legal - Environmental influences
The messy startup stage: in the weeds
Between March and July 2024, I spoke with maybe 50 stakeholders - financial gurus, fintech entrepreneurs, business leaders, change and thought leaders. I sought to understand their perspectives on…
Building inclusive digital learning experiences
Creating inclusive digital learning environments requires more than just good intentions. It demands a deep understanding of diverse learning needs, cultural contexts, and the barriers that prevent…
The future of social impact technology
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Feasibility study funding: validation and support
Tuesday was a good-news day. I received word that my local enterprise office (LEO) will part-fund a FLIT feasibility study.
The birth of FLIT at Techstars Startup Weekend 2024
FLIT.ie attended the pre-natal ward at Techstars Weekend Startup Women 2024. This is a mini-accelerator where bright spark entrepreneurs pitch an idea on Friday evening, and form a team of 4-7 people…
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