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Digital literacy community peer-led innovation 

Community-based learning and up-skilling for marginalised learners

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The project partners were

  • North, East, and West Kerry Development (NEWKD)

  • Health Service Executive (HSE)

  • Kerry Traveller health community development project (CDP)

About this project

This project aimed to upskill marginalised learners with limited digital literacy skills through community-based and peer-led learning.

More about this project

In-person workshops took place in Tralee, Ardfert, and Listowel from October to December 2025 over 9 weeks.

Tutors used a peer-led model, encouraging learners to support others in their own communities. Courses took place in familiar community settings to reduce fear and increase confidence.  

“The best thing I have even signed up for. This should be mandatory for all Traveller adults, especially the men who really struggle every day.” — quote from a learner