Kilkenny LEADER Partnership
Providing a wide range of services including training, work placements, grants and advice for County Kilkenny
Since 1991, LEADER has been helping rural Kilkenny thrive by funding projects that strengthen economic, social, and cultural life; all guided by a community-driven model of local development.
LEADER'S 7 PRINCIPLES
1. Bottom-up Approach. 2. Cooperation 3. Innovation. 4. Local Strategies. 5. Networking. 6. Partnerships 7. Subregional areas
Kilkenny LEADER Partnership will lead and facilitate the creation of an integrated local development strategy to improve the economic, social and cultural quality of life of the people, communities and small enterprises of all County Kilkenny.
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Cultural event brings people together
Kilkenny hosted another great cultural gathering in December. One Community, Many Journeys was held in St. John's Parish Hall and featured food, music, dancing, and great conversations. Food from Palestinian, Ukranian and Ghanian food producers now living in Ireland. Songs from a [...]
🎅Jobs Pack 11/12/2025🎄
Welcome to this week’s Jobs & Training Pack from Kilkenny LEADER Partnership: Carlow & Kilkenny! As the holiday season sparkles around us, we’re delighted to share a new selection of job and training opportunities to help you take the next step in [...]
New Qualifications for Case Officers
Our Local Area Employment Services (LAES) case officers have graduated in the Level 7 Diploma in Career Coaching. This enhances their skills in assisting unemployed people to get back into the workforce with suitable jobs. The Local Area Employment Service for #Carlow [...]
