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DCU AGE-FRIENDLY UNIVERSITY
Considering a new pastime this Autumn? Fancy learning something new?
Our Members DCU Age Friendly University recently shared information on their Autumn schedule.
To explore course options check out: Age-Friendly Learning Opportunities at DCU
You can choose to audit one of their single modules from a wide range of undergraduate courses
You can also avail of a programme from their Love of Life Long Learning running October to December 2026
How to pay:
📞 Call DCU AFU Monday–Wednesday, 9.30 am–12.30pm on 087 4952547
🏛 Visit the DCU AFU Office in person by appointment
TASTE OF DCU
Excerpt from DCU Age Friendly University. “We’re excited to invite you to “A Taste of DCU” – our annual celebration of all things Dublin City University. This special event is your chance to discover the vibrant world of DCU, from groundbreaking research to the wide variety of courses, activities, and opportunities that make our community unique.
Whether you’re eager to develop new skills, pursue fresh learning interests, engage in research, make new friends or simply experience campus life, this event has something for you.
📅 Date: Monday, 31st August 2026
📍 Location: School of Nursing, DCU Glasnevin Campus
⏰ Time: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
Check out: www.dcu.ie/agefriendly/
Join Us at Shelbourne Park
Our Johnstown / Killiney members have arranged a Greyhound Racing fundraising night at Shelbourne Park, Dublin, on Saturday, 19th September.
Now we need you, our members to bring the energy. Whether you buy a ticket, bring family and friends, sell tickets, your presence will directly drive the success of this event.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready for a great evening out in support of our cause. Every ticket sold makes a real difference – let’s fill the stands and make it a night to remember!
HOW TO SUPPORT THE EVENT
Option 1 – Entrance Ticket €10 attend on the 19th September
Option 2 – €50 Meal Deal, includes Entrance, Race Card and Food (main course with choice of Starter or Dessert). Deposit (non- refundable) required for this booking – Send booking fee €20 before 4th September to ISCP Office with name / email & phone details.
Option 3 – Not able to attend. Members can support the Fund-Raising event by contributing €10 to buy a Ticket for the event.
ISCP receive funds from any of the options ONCE BOOKING IS DONE DIRECTLY THROUGH ISCP OFFICE
Contact the Office by: Emailing office@seniors.ie OR
Telephone 085 260 4957 Tue, Wed, Thurs OR CEO Pat 087 430 3342 Mon-Fri
The ISCP Team wish to sincerely thank Imelda from Johnstown/Killiney group for her work in planning and organising this event.
New Participation Charter Launched to Empower Older Voices in Public Policy and Public Life
The Irish Senior Citizens Parliament and Age Action have officially published a groundbreaking Participation Charter, setting out ten practical principles to ensure that older people have a meaningful, active voice in the decisions that shape their lives and communities.
Supported by Community Foundation Ireland and as part of the Strengthening the Voice of Older People in Ireland project, the Charter is the result of extensive research and a major National Consultation that gathered insights from 764 individuals aged 60 and over.
The nationwide consultation sets out 10 Principles for Meaningful Participation
Core Principles of the Participation Charter
01 - Participation Should Be Meaningful
02 - Participation should be inclusive and accessible
03 - Participation should begin early
04 - Lived experience should be valued as evidence
05 - Participation should influence decisions
06 - Participation should lead to feedback and visible outcomes
07 - Participation should strengthen collaboration and collective voice
08 - Representation should be transparent and accountable
09 - Participation should be sustained
10 - Participation should promote civic engagement, rights and dignity
Older people want to know that their contribution matters and that their voices lead to visible outcomes. We invite and encourage decision-makers, public bodies and organisations across Ireland to use these ten principles in their everyday practice
Pat Mellon - Irish Senior Citizens Parliament CEO
It should be of note that while this Charter was developed for the Participation of the aged sector the principles apply to all sectors suffering from lack of a voice.
The Participation Charter is now available for public bodies, community groups, and policymakers to adopt, marking a significant step forward in recognising older people as active partners in shaping Ireland's future.
Media Contact: Irish Senior Citizens Parliament CEO Pat Mellon pat@seniors.ie or 087 4303342
Shingles Vaccine
Reminder, deadline 31st July
Our fellow Alliance of Age Sector NGOs member, Active Retirement Ireland have a petition calling on Government to provide funding for Shingles Vaccine for adults aged 65 and over. Please support.
👉 Sign our petition today – it closes at 5pm on Friday 31 July!
Please click on this link: Protect Older Adults: Make the Shingles Vaccine Free for 65+
We’ve already reached an incredible 26,000+ signatures – now let’s make one final push to 30,000 before the petition closes.
Every signature will strengthen our message when we present the petition to government ahead of Budget 2027.
Our campaign is calling for fair, state-supported access to the shingles vaccine for adults aged 65+, so that older people are not prevented from accessing this important vaccine because of cost.
Please help us get over the line by:
✅ Signing the petition if you haven’t already
✅ Sharing it on your Facebook page
✅ Posting it in your WhatsApp groups
✅ Asking your family, friends and neighbours to sign
Together, we’ve built an incredible campaign. Let’s finish strong and show government just how much support there is for this issue.
Thank you for your continued support. Every signature counts.