Dignity Partnership

Dignity Partnership Background

Dignity Partnership (DiP) is a work integration social enterprise delivering non- formal education programmes that fosters integration and inclusion for new communities. DiP's purpose is to support new communities in Ireland through economic opportunities, skills development and access to services in order to maximise their full potential.

The goal is to promote inclusion and integration through shared learning & experience. Encouraging community workers, organisations to explore, develop and promote inclusive practices for the benefit of all.

Empowerment - Empowering people to identify their skills and build confidence to take steps in reaching for their dreams.
Dignity - Restoring self-worth and value.
Diversity - Celebrating Differences and Embracing Similarities.
Inclusion - Community involvement and having a voice.

Qualifications And
Experience

DiP was founded by Rosemary Kunene in 2019 while living in the Direct Provision system and studying for a B.A degree in Addiction Studies and Community Development at An Cosan. After completing her studies she went on to study Msc. In Cooperatives & Social Enterprise with University College Cork, her thesis focused on critical analysis of barriers facing refugee entrepreneurs in Ireland.

Company Limited by Guarantee Registration no. 672959

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Workshops

Workshops for the new communities

Refugees, international protection applicants & migrants

GROW U Programme - Self-employment, Networking skills, Financial Growth mindset, Self-care in challenging times, Rights & duties, social skills, leadership in business and community.
Employability Skills - Teamwork skills, Oral presentation skills, Self development, Pathways to adult education including adult and community education.
The Irish WAY- Understanding the Irish Culture, how things are done in Ireland, peer to peer learning.

Workshops for service providers

Organisations working with new communities

Understanding Direct Provision, and the experiences of international protection applicants and refugees.
Unity in diversity (understanding different cultures, root causes of racism & prejudice).
Migrant capacity building- How to increase involvement of new communities in community development projects.