sicap

Tackling poverty and including all of society

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The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) is co-funded by the Irish Government, through the Department of Rural and Community Development, and the European Union, through the European Social Fund Plus under the Employment, Inclusion, Skills and Training (EIST) Programme 2021 -2027. 

SICAP (Social Inclusion & Community Activation Programme)

The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) 2024-2028 provides funding to tackle poverty and social exclusion at a local level through local engagement and partnerships between disadvantaged individuals, community organisations and public sector agencies.

Administered by Pobal, SICAP 2024-2028 is co-funded by the Irish Government, through the Department of Rural and Community Development, and the European Social Fund Plus under the Employment, Inclusion, Skills, and Training (EIST) Programme 2021-2027.

‍Laois Partnership Company implements SICAP for County Laois. SICAP is designed to tackle persistent deprivation levels through innovative, locally-driven strategies. This initiative provides targeted assistance to various marginalised communities and individuals, such as the unemployed, residents of deprived areas, individuals with disabilities, single-parent families, low-income earners, members of the Traveller and Roma communities, and other disadvantaged groups.

Features of SICAP Initiatives

  • Laois Partnership spearhead the roll out of SICAP across Laois, leveraging targeted interventions to tackle deprivation effectively.
  • With a deep understanding of local dynamics, we tailor our efforts to meet the unique challenges faced by different communities.
  • Through SICAP we aim to strengthen local communities, supporting them to speak for issues that affect them.
  • We deliver support and opportunity to all Laois people without judgement.
  • Advice, guidance and community involvement all available without costing you a penny.