Sligo PPN Community Voices Podcast

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices , Val chats with Una and Ken from the Sligo Cycling Campaign about their work to make cycling in Sligo safer, more accessible, and more enjoyable for everyone. From advocating for better cycling infrastructure to encouraging more people to choose active travel, Una and Ken share the campaign's vision for a healthier, more connected, and more sustainabl...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val chats to Sandra - the manager of the Tubbercurry Family Resource Centre. The centre is a wonderful place in the heart of Tubbercurry, and they offer services for all of the community, including all ages and backgrounds. Sandra explains more about the workshops, classes, and groups that the centre hosts. Tubbercurry Family Resource Centre took part in...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val visits The Showgrounds - the home of Sligo Rovers, and meets Commercial Manager Donagh Oates and Football and Social Responsibility (FSR) Officer Jamie Murphy. Donagh and Jamie talk about the ongoing community, sustainability and integration work at the club, as well as plans for redevelopment, and the upcoming 100 year celebration. Sligo Rovers is on...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val chats to Nigel - the Marketing & Development Manager of The Hawk's Well Theatre in Sligo town. The Hawk's Well is a huge part of the Sligo community, with many residents spending time on the stage. The theatre hosts a number of events including music, community groups, and of course shows, and you can hear more on the podcast. Nigel also t...

In this episode of the Sligo PPN Sligo Community Voices Podcast, Val speaks to many of the organisations who attended the Sligo PPN Community Expo and Power to Change Launch at the Clayton Hotel on May 18th, 2026. You can hear about some upcoming events, and how you can get involved with the different organisations in Sligo. Thanks so much to everyone who took part: Emer - Mental Health Ireland De...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val speaks with Bláithín from Havin’ a Laugh Charity . Havin’ a Laugh Charity creates positive, life-enhancing experiences for people accessing mental health support services. Bláithín shares insight into the charity’s work, including their monthly coffee mornings and community activities. Val also reflects on her own experience with depression and attend...

Uisce Álainn by Medb's Dragon Boat Warriors took place on May 2nd on Lough Gill and the Garavogue River. The event was a celebration of unity and resilience, a shared journey of remembrance and connection, and people came from all over Ireland to take part. Find out more here: https://www.uiscealainn.com/ In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val chats to some people who were involved in...

In this episode of the Sligo Community Voices podcast series, Val chats to Riona, the branch coordinator of Down Syndrome Sligo, and Aoife, a member of Down Syndrome Sligo. Down Syndrome Sligo provide support & activities for people with Down syndrome and their families. Riona speaks about the benefits and activities that members of Down Syndrome Sligo, and how people can get involved. Aoife t...

In this episode of the Sligo PPN Sligo Community Voices Podcast series, Val chats to Sue - the manager of the Sligo Northside Centre. The centre is a vibrant community space, in the heart of Sligo town, and Sue speaks about the history of the Northside Centre, and about some of the many events that take place there. You can keep up to date with the latest news on their Facebook page: https://www.f...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val chats to Alan - a volunteer with HUGG in Sligo. Alan has personal experience of suicide loss - his son, Conor, died in 2019. Alan speaks about the importance of peer support, and about the supports that HUGG offer. HUGG is an essential lifeline for people who have been bereaved by suicide. Our services include suicide bereavement support groups led by...

In this episode of Sligo PPN Community Voices, Val chats to Damien, who has been a member of the Sligo Drama Circle for 40 years. Hear all about the upcoming production of The Snapper, which takes place in the Hawk's Well Theatre from April 21st - 25th https://www.hawkswell.com/whats-on/shows/the-snapper Sligo Drama Circle celebrate 70 years this year, and they are producing a book to commemor...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val chats to Lorna - The Learning and Public Engagement Curator of The Model, Sligo. The Model is one of Ireland's most important contemporary arts centres with an extensive and vibrant programme of visual and performing arts. Lorna hosts gallery tours of the exhibitions, she also facilitates drawing sessions in the gallery, and she tells Val more abo...

In this episode Val chats to Aisling and Ruth from Sligo Disabled Person's Organisation. The Sligo DPO are a group of disabled people working together towards disabled rights informed policy. Anyone over the age of 16, who identifies as disabled, is welcome to join. Find them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087089397676, or email sligodpo@gmail.com

In this episode of the Sligo PPN Community Voices Podcast, Val chats to James and John from the Sligo Men's Shed. Sligo Men's Shed welcome new members, aged 18 and over, to join them. They also welcome visitors to the shed, where they carry out a number of activities, including wood turning, gardening, and more. They host music sessions every Thursday at 11am, and welcome all genders to jo...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val talks to Clodagh - the chairperson and founder of Medb's Dragon Warriors Boat Club. Founded in 2021, their members are Cancer Survivors & their Supporters. Their goal is to live well with, & beyond cancer, supporting each other through the team sport of Dragon Boating. Find out more on their website: https://www.medbsdragonwarriors.com/

In this episode of the Sligo PPN Community Voices Podcast, Val chats to Breege Dolan, the manager of Sligo Volunteer Centre. Breege talks about the 20th anniversary of Sligo Volunteer Centre, you can also hear about some interesting volunteering roles, including the Sligo Welcome Ambassadors. The Sligo Volunteer Centre welcome people from all abilities to get involved in volunteering, and there ar...

In this episode of Sligo Community Voices, Val speaks to Cat from Queer Shed, Sligo. Queer Shed is based in Ard Voltas in Ballisodare, Co. Sligo, and provides a safe space by and for queer folks in Sligo and the North West. They host a variety of events during the year, and people who identify as queer and allies are welcome to attend. Find out more on their Instagram page: https://www.instagram.c...

In this episode of the Sligo Community Voices Podcast, Val speaks to Gayle Nagle, co-founder and staff member of the Sligo Sudbury School, established in 2018 in Ireland as a democratic, self-directed education centre. The mission of the school is to provide a safe environment where young people can engage in self-directed learning and democracy, where children are free to choose their o...

In this episode of the Sligo Community Voices Podcast, Val speaks to Heather Cassidy, Community Engagement Officer NW Alzheimer Society of Ireland, and Clair Culkin, the manager of the Alzheimers Day Care Centre Aughamore, Sligo. You can find out more about the supports and services that Alzheimer Ireland offer families, and clients. Clair also talks about their upcoming fundraising event - The Ma...

In this episode of the Sligo Community Voices by Sligo PPN, Val chats to Craig DuBose from Sligo Chess. Craig speaks about the benefits of being a member of the PPN, and he talks about the Sligo Chess and Cultural Festival, which is taking place in Sligo from January 30th - February 8th, 2026. Find out about the Festival here: https://sligochessfestival.com/ and you can find Sligo Chess here: http...