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Cork City Shines at the All-Island Pride of Place Awards 2025

28/10/2025

Five Local Groups Shortlisted for National Recognition

Cork City is proud to announce that five outstanding community groups have been shortlisted for the prestigious IPB Pride of Place Awards 2025, taking place on Friday, November 7th at the Strand Hotel, Limerick.

Organised by Co-operation Ireland in partnership with IPB Insurance, the Pride of Place Awards are an all-island celebration of community-led development, recognising the achievements of local groups across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The awards honour those who demonstrate exceptional commitment to building inclusive, vibrant, and resilient communities.

This year, Cork City’s shortlisted groups reflect the diversity, creativity, and strength of local initiatives working to make a real difference:

  • Céilí Cois Locha – nominated in the Creative Communities category for their vibrant celebration of culture and connection through dance and music.
  • Sauti Studio Project – recognised in the Creative Youth Initiative category for empowering young people through storytelling, media, and music.
  • Clogheen Kerrypike Community Association – shortlisted in the Urban Neighbourhood under 3,000 category for their outstanding work in fostering local pride and environmental stewardship.
  • Cork Dragons – nominated in the Community Wellbeing Initiative category for their inspiring support of cancer survivors through dragon boat racing and peer connection.
  • Mexican Community in Cork – recognised in the Inclusive Communities category for their vibrant cultural contributions and commitment to inclusion and intercultural dialogue.

Speaking ahead of the awards, Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy, said, "These nominations are a powerful reflection of the spirit and strength of Cork’s communities. Each group represents the values we hold dear—creativity, inclusion, wellbeing, and pride of place. I am deeply honoured to serve as Lord Mayor at a time when Cork is being recognised across the island for its community leadership. These groups are not just shortlisted—they are shining examples of what makes our city so special."

The Pride of Place Awards are a highlight of the community development calendar, offering national recognition to grassroots initiatives that strengthen local identity and foster collaboration.

ENDS

Follow the journey on social media using #IPBPOP2025 and stay connected with the organisers:

  • @cooperationireland (Facebook/Instagram/TikTok)
  • @cooperationirl | @ipb_insurance | @Limerick_IPBPoP (X/Twitter)
  • @limerick.ie (Facebook)
  • @limerickcityandcountycouncil (Instagram)

For enquiries, please contact:
PJ Murphy

Social Inclusion Development Worker
pj_murphy@corkcity.ie

086 828 6247

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