Great to see Men’s Development Network’s On Feirm Ground featured in yesterday’s @irishexaminer.bsky.social Farming.

This programme supports farmers’ mental health and wellbeing and was a recent STAR Awards winner. Thanks to Alice PR for their support in sharing the story.

#STARAwards2026

Two weeks on from the #STARAwards2026 and we’re still feeling the impact ✨

Ahead of the event, AONTAS Chairperson John D'Arcy shared his excitement and reflected on a brilliant Adult Learners’ Festival week.

Thanks to all shortlisted organisations, winners and partners

#ALF26 #SpringIntoLearning

Big congratulations to On Feirm Ground 2 from @mensnetworkie.bsky.social for winning the Special Recognition Award sponsored by @openuniversity.bsky.social at the AONTAS STAR Awards. ⭐

#ALF26 #STARAwards2026 #SpringIntoLearning

Huge congrats to the Who Are We Now? by Northside Partnership for winning the Special Recognition @esfireland.bsky.social award at the recent #STARAwards2026 ceremony. ⭐

#SpringIntoLearning #ALF26

Learner voice winners at #STARAwards2026 ⭐

The Certificate in Personal Development & Certificate in Applied Skills Development at SETU have won the Learner Voice category, sponsored by @qqireland.bsky.social.
Co-designed with learners, placing their voice at the centre of higher education.

#ALF26

Congratulations to Women’s Collective Ireland, winners of a #STARAwards2026 in the Third Level Access and Engagement category, sponsored by EPALE.
Their Level 7 Women, Gender and Social Justice Community and University Outreach Program has supported over 200 women to access higher education.
#ALF26

Congratulations to The Rediscovery Centre for taking home a #STARAwards2026 in the Global Citizenship Education category sponsored by @saoltaed.bsky.social. ⭐

Their Empowering Communities in Circular Opportunities (ECCO) programme supports communities to take action on climate change.

#ALF26

Congratulations to Understanding Mental Health through Positive Therapeutic Copper Art Facilitation Training from National Traveller MABS for winning a STAR Award in the Health and Wellbeing category sponsored by @mentalhealthirl.bsky.social.

#ALF26 #STARAwards2026 #SpringIntoLearning

Just a week ago we were celebrating the incredible achievements of STAR Awards winners! This 30-second highlight reel captures some of the best moments from the night, from inspiring speeches to joyful celebrations. Congratulations again to all involved! 🌟

#ALF26 #SpringIntoLearning #STARAwards2026

Well done to Who Are We Now? – Northside Partnership for winning at the #STARAwards2026 in the Social Change category, sponsored by @maynoothuniversity.ie. ⭐

#SpringIntoLearning #ALF26

Congratulations to Secret Street Tours for taking home a STAR Award in the Social Inclusion category sponsored by Open College Network Northern Ireland. ⭐

#ALF26 #STARAwards2026 #SpringIntoLearning

More winners from the #STARAwards2026 ⭐

⭐ Third Level Access – Women's Collective Ireland Ronanstown
⭐ Learner Voice – SETU
⭐ Shooting Star Award – Men's Development Network
⭐ Special Recognition Award – Northside Partnership

Adult learning in action across Ireland. 👏

#ALF26

Celebrating the winners of the #STARAwards2026 ⭐
Huge congratulations to the incredible projects and organisations
⭐ Social Inclusion – Secret Street Tours
⭐ Social Change – Northside Partnership
⭐ Health & Wellbeing – National Traveller MABS
#ALF26

🎥 CEO Snapshot from Croke Park

Dearbháil reflects on a brilliant week celebrating adult learning during the Adult Learners’ Festival, ending with the STAR Awards at Croke Park.

Thanks to everyone who hosted events and took part across Ireland.

#CEOSnapshot #ALF26 #STARAwards2026

What a day at the #STARAwards2026! ✨ From Taiko Ireland to Emma Doran’s lively chat with Dearbháil about learning’s life-changing power. It was full of laughter and celebration.
Huge thanks to Minister Marian Harkin, our shortlisted organisations, and everyone who made it unforgettable 📸

That’s a wrap on the STAR Awards 2026.

Congratulations to all nominees and winners celebrating the impact of adult learning across Ireland.

#STARAwards2026

A highlight of this year’s STAR Awards was a conversation between Emma Doran and Dearbháil Lawless.

The discussion touched on storytelling, life experience and the role learning can play in shaping new opportunities.

#STARAwards2026

The STAR Awards 2026 is underway.

Hosted by John D'Arcy with opening remarks from Marian Harkin.

Celebrating shortlisted initiatives transforming lives through adult learning.

#STARAwards2026

The STAR Awards 2026 got underway at Croke Park with an energising opening performance from Taiko Ireland.

A powerful start to a day celebrating the organisations and initiatives making a difference through adult learning across the island of Ireland.

#STARAwards2026

We’re at Croke Park for the STAR Awards 2026.

From 112 nominations to 24 shortlisted initiatives, today we celebrate the impact of adult learning across Ireland.

#STARAwards2026

We're spotlighting the #STARAwards2026 Social Change finalists. ✨

Sponsored by @maynoothuniversity.ie, this category celebrates initiatives that drive community transformation and promote inclusion. Learn about the finalists ➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

Great to see Secret Street Tours, a finalist in the Social Inclusion category of the AONTAS STAR Awards, featured on RTÉ Radio 1 this week.

Best of luck to the team ahead of the STAR Awards tomorrow ⭐

🎧 Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

#STARAwards2026

Opening pathways to higher education is at the heart of the #STARAwards2026 Third Level Access and Engagement category. 🎓

Sponsored by EPALE, it recognises initiatives supporting adult learners to access and thrive in third-level education.

Meet the finalists ➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

We’re spotlighting the Health and Wellbeing finalists at the AONTAS STAR Awards 💚

Sponsored by @mentalhealthirl.bsky.social, this category recognises initiatives supporting positive mental health and wellbeing through adult learning.

Learn more➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

#STARAwards2026

We’re delighted to share that Emma Doran will join us as our Celebrity Guest Speaker at this year’s Star Awards. 🎭

From sold-out shows to bestselling books, podcasts and TV appearances, Emma has become one of Ireland’s most recognisable comedic voices.

Join us tomorrow! ⭐

#STARAwards2026

We’re spotlighting the #STARAwards2026 Social Inclusion finalists. 🌟

Sponsored by Open College Network Northern Ireland, this category celebrates initiatives creating real pathways to education, employment and inclusion.

Learn more about the finalists ➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

We’re spotlighting the #STARAwards2026 Global Citizenship Education finalists. 🌍

Sponsored by @saoltaed.bsky.social, this category recognises initiatives that empower people into active citizenship roles in their communities.

Learn more➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

We're spotlighting #STARAwards2026 Learner Voice finalists. 📢

Sponsored by @qqireland.bsky.social, this category celebrates initiatives that put learners at the heart of decision-making, creativity and advocacy.

Learn more ➡️ www.aontas.com/knowledge/bl...

We have a very special guest joining us at the AONTAS Star Awards 2026… 👀

A familiar face.
A powerful voice.
Someone who knows how to light up a room. 🎭

We’ll be revealing our Celebrity Guest Speaker later this week.

Any guesses?

#StarAwards2026

Just 1 week to go until the AONTAS Star Awards 2026! ✨
Celebrate adult learning and join us as we honour outstanding achievements across Ireland.

🎬Take a look back at the excitement from last year’s event here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmPh...

#STARAwards2026