Welcome to Fáilte Isteach, a community based project where older volunteers welcome migrants to the community through conversational English classes. If you'd like to start a class in your local community, here you can find all the information and support you need!
Mary Nally, Founder of Fáilte Isteach
The Idea
Fáilte Isteach is an initiative of Third Age, an organisation that provides opportunities for older people to contribute to their communities and engage actively in society. Fáilte Isteach involves volunteers welcoming migrants to the community through conversational English classes.
Tutors and students usually meet once a week and it can happen in a very...
"At this stage in my life, Fáilte Isteach has given me an outlet to put my skills and experience to good use. It means a lot, and has given me a lot. As well as knowing I am helping others, I am also benefiting greatly – through the friendships I have made, the different cultures and customs I have learned about, and through the opportunity it gives me to continue to do something really worthwhile".
Marcella Sheridan, Fáilte Isteach Volunteer
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