SECAD Partnership is one of Ireland’s leading community development organisations with offices in Midleton, Macroom and Skibbereen. SECAD delivers a wide range of programmes on behalf of local and national government as well as private funders, supporting communities, individuals and businesses across Cork and increasingly across Ireland.
How can we help
- Start your own business
- Skills for Business Owners
- CV and Interview Skills
- Community Development
- Personal Development
- Citizens science skills
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SECAD Climate Conversations empower Cork communities to act
In October and November 2025, SECAD’s Climate Conversations workshops in Midleton, Macroom, and Millstreet supported community members in exploring practical ways to save energy, reduce waste, and take everyday climate…
Highlights from the Local Development Conference “Community, Society, Economy – Summit 2030”
The inaugural Local Development Conference - LDCN Summit 2030 - took place on 30–31 October 2025 in Ballina, Co. Mayo. The two-day gathering brought together leaders of the Local Development…
Ryan Howard represented Irish Local Development Network at the 6th European Rural Parliament
SECAD Partnership CEO, Ryan Howard, became Ireland’s first keynote speaker at the 6th European Rural Parliament (ERP) — a major international gathering that brought together over 400 delegates from 43…
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25 February in Macroom “New Year, New Career” workshop
Start planning your career future today! SECAD Employment Support Workshop in Macroom This FREE and informative workshop will help you to take positive steps towards your career in 2026! The…
26 February in Cobh “New Year, New Career” workshop
Start planning your career future today! This FREE and informative workshop will help you to take positive steps towards your career in 2026! Register to secure your FREE place. The…
