Programmes & Funds
Programmes & Funds
LEADER Rural Development Programme 2014 – 2020
LEADER uses a ‘bottom-up’ or community-led local development approach to rural development. The programme aims to bring about positive change in rural areas through funding, training and animation for communities, enterprise and individuals and support rural development projects to:
- Revitalise rural areas
- Promote social inclusion
- Encourage enterprise and job creation.
Individuals, businesses, social enterprises and community groups are eligible to apply for LEADER funding. Specifically, the Rural Development Programme is split into thematic areas identified as most in need of support and with the greatest potential to promote sustainable development for rural communities.
LEADER Themes
Economic, Enterprise Development and Job Creation:
- Rural Tourism
- Enterprise Development
- Rural Towns
- Broadband
Social Inclusion:
- Basic Services targets at Hard to Reach Communities
- Rural Youth
Rural Environment:
- Protection and Sustainable use of Water Resources
- Protection and Improvement of Local Biodiversity
- Development of Renewable Energy
LEADER South Cork and LEADER West Cork
SECAD Partnership is an Implementing Partner of the LEADER programme in parts of South Cork and West Cork on behalf of the South Cork LCDC (Local Community Development Committee) and the West Cork LCDC (Local Community Development Committee).
Further details on LEADER in South Cork and LEADER in West Cork, including calls for projects, can be found on the following dedicated websites:
If you are located in the SECAD area and would like further information on how to apply for support through LEADER or to discuss a project idea, contact SECAD at 021 461 3432
Development Officers
South Cork – Katie Kearns kkearns@secad.ie
West Cork – Ross Curley rcurley@secad.ie
‘’SECAD Partnership uses a ‘bottom-up’ or community-led local development approach to bring about positive change in rural areas through training and up-skilling in communities and in supporting individuals, businesses and communities to access the required funds for their business/development projects.”
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NEWS & EVENTS
Cork communities benefit from LEADER funding to kick off rural development projects
Fourteen projects in communities overseen by SECAD Partnership CLG across South and West Cork were awarded LEADER funding this week. The projects were identified as most in need of support under the LEADER programme 2014-2020…
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‘Meet the Founder’ networking event at Midleton Community Enterprise Centre brought together twenty participants from SECAD’s Women’s Rural Entrepreneurial Network (WREN) and six female entrepreneurs and business women from Cork’s local business community.
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Delighted to be involved in such a positive initiative. Click on the @safefood_eu link to see some great examples of healthy eating projects from across the island of Ireland. #communityfoodinitiative #healthyeating #healthyfoodforfamilies
A great evening had by all @CIT_ie as 26 female entrepreneurs graduated with a Certificate in Enterprise Development after successfully completing the #WREN Programme. Thank you to our colleagues @rubiconcentre ,@BallyhouraDev &@ESF_Ireland
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Congratulations to 27 new graduates in Enterprise Development @CIT_ie @SECADCork @BallyhouraDev @rubiconcentre @HincksCentre #WREN #femaleentrepreneurs
4Delighted to be here at @rubiconcentre for an engaging WREN networking event this morning. The enthusiasm and positivity is infectious! #Entrepreneurship #womeninbusines #wren
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SECAD Partnership CLG
Midleton Community Enterprise Centre, Owennacurra Business Park,
Knockgriffin, Midleton, Co. Cork, P25 Y893
+353 21 4613432
info@secad.ie