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Organisational Branches

Conradh na Gaeilge is the democratic forum for the Irish-language speaking community, by taking out membership, you will have a say in the future of the organisation and the future of the language. 

Membership- from branch members to individual members - is the heart and foundation of the organisation. Conradh na Gaeilge has hundreds of branches working on behalf of the language and encouraging use of Irish, not just in Ireland, but all over the world.  Since the organisation was founded in 1893, members of Conradh na Gaeilge's branches have been active in promoting the Irish language in every aspect of Irish life.


Advantages and Opportunities for Branches

Heritage

You'll be part of an organisation that's been strengthening the Irish Language and Gaeltacht community since 1893. Conradh na Gaeilge is the oldest Irish language organisation in the country, the only democratic forum for the Irish language community, and the same organisation to count Pádraig Mhic Phiarais agus Dhubhghlas de hÍde as members.

Influence

You will have the opportunity to promote the priorities of your community as we represent the Irish language and Gaeltacht community (with Government Ministers, with officials in various Government Departments, with the private sector as a whole, etc.). Every branch is entitled to nominate one person as President of Conradh na Gaeilge, nominating two people for election to the Coiste Gnó, the Executive Committee, and proposing three constitutional amendments, and three other motions at the Ard-Fheis (Annual General Meeting).

Visibility

Your branch will be part of a network of 200+ branches across 22 countries, and will be mentioned on Conradh na Gaeilge website, increasing your organisation’s visibility.

Information

Be at the heart of the Irish language revival and receive information about Conradh na Gaeilge’s campaigns and events.Be first in line for future funding, training, and joint initiatives from Conradh na Gaeilge.

Training will be provided, upon request, regarding organisation, publicity, meeting affairs, campaigning, and anything else needed.


International Publicity

Every branch is welcome to submit branch news to our monthly newsletter so that other branches and individual members of Conradh na Gaeilge from all over the world can keep informed about Irish language events. You can spread news on Conradh na Gaeilge's Instagram, Facebook and Twitter as well. Send details to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Contact Point

Conradh na Gaeilge is a contact point to the Irish language communities for its branches.

Through the organisation, branches can familiarise themselves with other Irish language activists in the sector, can get information about the most important campaigns in progress for the Irish language, can take part in social events through Irish, can discuss ideas to develop and progress the language within this democratic forum.

News

Each branch will receive a virtual copy of our newsletter each month, which shares information regarding campaigns and the organisation's main events with our network of members. Be part of the network!


Join the Movement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Organisational Branch?

The practical aim of the organisational branch is to promote Irish in the area of the branch. Conradh na Gaeilge’s branches are located all over the world. Each branch has a vote at Conradh na Gaeilge’s Ard-Fheis every year. Newsletters and information will be provided to each branch, as well as a platform for them to share information about events they are holding.  

What do you need to register as an Organisational Branch?

All you need to do to set up a branch is a committee of people who are happy to organise social events in their local area or who wish to take part in the democratic system of the organisation. A committee must have a chairperson, secretary, treasurer and a public relations officer. 

How to Register

Cláraighanseo

You can register or re-register your branch online by filling in this online form. Credit card and direct deposit are both accepted as payment methods.

OR

Fill out the registration form and send it to Conradh na Gaeilge's head office along with the appropriate registration fee (€50 for one year, €150 for 3 years and €250 for 5 years).

NB:

*We must have received the form and the fee at least 10 weeks before the Ard-Fheis to allow you to vote.
*It is highly important that the Ard-Oifig have the most up to date details of your branch to ensure regular correspondence between branches and the Ard-Oifig.

What is the Registration Fee?

The current fee for organisational membership is €50 per annum.

Is there a Registration Deadline?

*We must have received the form and the fee at least 10 weeks before the Ard-Fheis to allow you to vote.

Other

If you have a question about your branch's membership that is not answered above, please contact Meadhbh Ní Cheallacháin, the National Organiser.

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Phone: +353 (87) 102 9092

FAQs

Contact: 

If you have a question about your membership, please contact our National Organiser, Meadhbh

Phone: +353 (87) 102 9092
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Contact

Conradh na Gaeilge

66 Sráid Camden Íochtarach, Baile Átha Cliath 2 D02 X201
Phone: +353 (0) 1 475 7401, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.