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| Formation | 1948 |
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| Type | Adult education |
| Legal status | Non-profit |
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Region served | Ireland |
President | Fionnuala Richardson |
| Affiliations | Irish Congress of Trade Unions |
| Website | www |
The People's College is a voluntary organisation in Ireland that provides opportunities for adults to continue their education and training.
The college was founded in 1948 by members of the trade union movement in Ireland so that workers could further their education under the leadership of Ruaidhri Roberts.[1] Today it provides general adult education such as languages, social and political studies, literature, art appreciation and cultural activities as well as personal development, basic education, and communication skills. While it still mainly serves trade union members and their families, courses are also available to the general public.
Based in Dublin, the college holds courses around the country. These are normally hosted by local trade union organisations.[2]
- ^ "Mr Ruaidhri Roberts dies", Irish Times, 8 February 1986
- ^ "Peoples College students receive their certificates". Gorey Guardian. 6 July 2007.