IoIC Ireland Network: Latest News & Events

As we ease out of summer and into the September rush, I wanted to share a quick update on what’s happening in the IoIC Ireland Network. Whether you’ve been away or just busy, here’s everything you need to know to get back up to speed.

What’s new?

1. How we’ll be communicating from now on. 

Earlier this year, many of you shared brilliant feedback on how you'd prefer to hear from us (read the summary). Based on that, we’re making a few changes:

• More email, less LinkedIn. We’ll be focusing on updates via the official IoIC email channel (this one, which is going to people who have signed up for Ireland events updates) and the IoIC Communities platform and mobile app (view the app download guide). 
• The IoIC as a whole will be changing the way it emails members. For us, this will mean new weekly updates dedicated to specific areas, featuring both Ireland-specific and UK-specific content. Look out for learning opportunities, knowledge hub resources and events/community updates.
• The IoIC Ireland LinkedIn group will be phased out, as posts aren’t showing up reliably in newsfeeds. I’ll still post on my LinkedIn, but those posts will link back to blog posts and the Communities platform. Quick note: Because of GDPR, I don’t have access to the member distribution list. So if you ever want to get in touch, just drop me a message on LinkedIn or email me at [email protected].

2. Spotlight on the Communities mobile app

It turns out many of you didn’t know that the IoIC Communities platform has a mobile app! We’ll be sharing tips on how to download and use it, and I’d love to hear your ideas on how we can make it a go-to space for sharing knowledge and connecting.

Click here to learn how to download the app.

3. Membership Benefits & Resources

As an IoIC member, you have access to some fantastic resources. Over the coming months, I’ll be highlighting resources (relevant to your top challenges) in blog posts and on the Communities forum, I’ll also follow-up events with any relevant resources based on the discussions we have.

FYI: If you haven’t already, check out the latest IC Index. It’s full of great insights about how empathy, listening, and human connection could be the key to engagement.

Read the full report.

4. New committee set-up

Lots of you have said you’d like to get more involved, which is fantastic! We’ll be kicking off our first committee meeting soon, so contact me by Friday, 19^th September if you’d like to be on the invite list.

Upcoming events

Lunchtime Learning: Communicating During Constant Change

🗓 Thursday, 23rd October | 🕧 12.30–1.00pm | 📍 Online via Zoom

Join us for a 30-minute session with Anne-Louise Childs (An Post) as she shares practical strategies for navigating constant change.

Find out more and register.

Ireland Network Winter Drinks

🗓 Thursday, 4th December | 🕠 From 5.30pm | 📍 The Landmark (Dublin City Centre)

Let’s wrap up the year together with a good old chat and a complimentary drink at The Landmark in Dublin city centre.

Find out more and register.

What to do now

• Save the dates and register for our next event with Anne-Louise Childs.
• Got an idea for an event? We welcome member-led sessions; get in touch.
• Reach out to me if you’re interested in joining the new committee and help shape our 2025 calendar.
• Share your feedback and join the conversation on our IoIC Ireland Communities forum.
• Stay connected:
  • Visit the IoIC Ireland Communities platform.   
  • Watch for official IoIC emails.
  • Follow me on LinkedIn.

If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback, I’d love to hear from you. Email me at [email protected].

Looking forward to seeing you soon,

May Flanagan