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An Unforgettable Experience in Kenya
Jambo! I’m Veronica, an International Development student at UCC and I am currently on my third-year work placement with Brighter Communities Worldwide. I have just returned from Kenya where I was a part of the June Harambee volunteer group. I’ve had an unforgettable experience facilitating various projects and talking with community members throughout Kericho County. […]
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#PeriodFriendlyWorld
Millions of women and girls around the world are prevented from reaching their full potential just because they menstruate. May 28th is Menstrual Hygiene Day – a day that brings together non-profits, governments, the private sector and millions of individuals. Brighter Communities Worldwide are one of the founding partners of MH Day which started in […]
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The BIG Walk challenge
Take on the BIG Walk challenge as collectively we cover 10,000km, the distance from Cork to Kenya, and raise vital funds to provide clean water for communities in Kenya. You choose how many kilometres you want to cover your own way – you can walk, run, cycle – it’s up to you. Click here to […]
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We are hiring – Operations Co-Ordinator (Ireland)
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to take on the new role of Operations Co-Ordinator in Ireland. This role is to support the delivery of the activities and responsibilities of Brighter Communities Worldwide in Ireland in line with our strategic plan. This is an opportunity to join an organisation supporting partnerships that […]
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Two Consultancy Opportunities – Invitation to Tender
Brighter Communities Worldwide (BCW) is tendering for two consultancy opportunities. Firstly, we are seeking the services of an experienced consultant to undertake the final evaluation of the Irish Aid-funded ‘Healthier Communities, Brighter Futures’ project. The evaluation is scheduled to take place over the period May-September 2024; with final report due by 18 October. Click here […]
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Kenya Christmas Ball 2024
Dust off your dancing shoes and book your tickets for the Kenya Ball! This year’s ball takes place on Saturday, November 30th at the Clayton Hotel, Silversprings, Cork It’s never too early to book your Christmas party! So gather your family, friends, work colleagues for a fabulous night out and help us raise vital funds at the same time. […]
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Give a gift that lasts
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us this year. As 2023 draws to a close, there’s still time to donate and give a gift that lasts. Your donation will go a long way in helping us to protect girls and prevent gender-based violence. Never has the risk to adolescents been so high […]
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Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is the day your donations can mean so much more because the more we raise in 24 hours the more we earn in bonus funds. Together we can do something amazing to change the outcome facing a specific section of the population in Kenya. We are raising funds for a project aimed at supporting, […]
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Harambee Volunteering Project
Harambee means ‘working together’ Are you looking for a challenge? Our Harambee volunteering project could be for you! This is your chance to travel, learn, and help make a positive impact with communities in Kenya. Your role as a volunteer Here are just a few projects you’ll be getting involved with: Facilitating programmes on Lifeskills, […]
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Brighter Communities wins prestigious national excellence award
‘Brighter Communities Worldwide’, who has worked in partnership with communities in Kenya for the past two decades, took the award for ‘Small Charity, Big Impact’ at the Charity Excellence Awards, organised by the Charities Institute of Ireland (CII) Announcing the award, the CII said it applauded Brighter Communities Worldwide which ‘embodies togetherness in all it […]
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June Newsletter
The month of June saw a lot of high high’s and the lowest of low’s. Have a read below on all things Brighter Communities Worldwide that have been happening across the world from Kenya to Wales and beyond … Friday, 30th June 2023 – A very sad and tragic day for Londiani. A busy traffic […]
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Statement of Condolence
On Friday evening, June 30th, there was a tragic road accident at Londiani junction, a key hub within the communities served by Brighter Communities Worldwide in Kenya. This most terrible accident has claimed many lives, with many more injured. Local emergency services are completely overwhelmed and the community is in a state of shock. Our […]
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