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City of Dublin Education and Training Board recently held its “Transforming Lives and Communities” showcase at Croke Park, highlighting the scale, variety, and positive influence of its educational and training initiatives across Dublin.
The event brought together an extensive programme of presentations, exhibitions, and live demonstrations, giving attendees an opportunity to see the quality and creativity of services delivered by City of Dublin ETB schools, centres, and programmes. The occasion also served as the launch of the organisation’s Strategy Statement 2026–2030, which sets out its vision, core values, mission, and priorities for the coming years.
Chief Executive Dr Christy Duffy said the showcase illustrated the meaningful difference education and training make throughout Dublin city. He noted that the event reflected both the innovation within the organisation and the commitment of staff, while also celebrating the accomplishments of learners. He added that the new strategy reinforces the ETB’s commitment to supporting communities, adapting to the changing needs of the city, and remaining a leading education partner.
The exhibition featured a broad mix of activities and displays. Musical performances and presentations connected to TEDx participation demonstrated the creativity and talent of learners across schools, further education and training services, youth programmes, Music Generation, and SUSI.
The showcase also underlined the ETB’s growing role in primary and specialist education through its community national schools, newly established community special school, and patronage of the school at the new children’s hospital.
At the City of Dublin FET College stand, visitors explored advanced media technology, including a live green-screen studio and autocue system designed for trainee broadcasters. Engineering and construction displays attracted strong interest with robotics projects, while interactive experiences allowed attendees to try virtual reality interview simulations and gaming demonstrations centred on animation and digital design.
Health and wellbeing initiatives formed another important part of the event, with opportunities for guests to monitor blood pressure and participate in fitness assessments.
Career guidance and professional development supports were also available throughout the expo, with information stands outlining how the ETB assists learners and employers through education, upskilling, and workforce training programmes.
The programme included guest speakers such as Niall Mulpeter and Megan Whyte from Education and Training Boards Ireland, who discussed the role of ETBs as school patrons alongside Yvonne Naughton.
The event concluded with a keynote address by author and psychotherapist Richie Sadlier, who spoke about resilience and personal development.
Overall, the showcase marked an important milestone for City of Dublin ETB, bringing together stakeholders and partners to recognise a shared dedication to education, training, and youth services throughout Dublin city.
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