The Golden Jubilee Trust is a charitable trust dedicated to promoting, developing and improving the co-operative movement and agriculture industry in Ireland. The Trust invites applications for funding in the areas of knowledge, education and training.
Key Areas of Interest
We invite proposals in the following areas:
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– Development of educational curricula and training programmes focused on sustainable agricultural practices and co-operative management.
– Initiatives that provide hands-on training and practical skills to young farmers and women in rural communities.
-Workshops, seminars, and classes aimed at promoting knowledge transfer and capacity building within the co-operative sector.
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– Programmes designed to identify and nurture the leadership potential of young farmers and women within the co-operative movement.
– Mentorship and networking opportunities that connect emerging leaders with experienced professionals in the agricultural co-operative sector.
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– Projects that integrate sustainability education into agricultural training, emphasising environmental stewardship, resource efficiency and climate resilience.
– Research and dissemination of best practices for sustainable farming within the co-operative framework.
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– Initiatives that promote awareness of the benefits of co-operatives and sustainable agriculture among the wider community.
– Awareness programmes that highlight the role of young farmers and women in advancing the co-operative movement and sustainable practices.