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Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Jason Murphy is pictured at the launch of Playful Communities 2025, also pictured were pupils and the Principal from Educate Together
The Playful Communities initiative is back for the second year in a row. This scheme encourages children and adults to safely play outdoors, with resident groups and support agencies now invited to apply for participation this year.
Waterford City and County Council are building on the success of this 2024 project, which encouraged healthy and active neighbourhoods.
Healthy Waterford and Waterford Sports Partnership, along with key stakeholders including Waterford Area Partnership, Ready Steady Play, Sláintecare Healthy Communities, Waterford Libraries, Waterford PPN, the Community Safety Partnership and the Waterford Child Care Committee are teaming up to begin the rollout of the Playful Communities initiative for 2025.
Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Jason Murphy, officially launched the initiative at Carrickphierish Community Sports Hub and Educate Together National School, saying, “The Playful Communities initiative has proven to be an exceptional program, fostering stronger connections amongst residents and underscoring the importance of play and social interaction within our communities.
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“Following its success in 2024, I am hopeful that even more communities throughout Waterford will have the opportunity to participate this year.”
Sinéad Breathnach, Head of Waterford City and County Council’s Community and Sports Department, outlined the importance of the Playful Communities approach, saying, “This project serves as a compelling example of how the community sector can effectively support residents in the development of resilient communities, particularly through the activation of accessible activities such as play and recreation.”
Building on last year's initiative, several Playful Communities will be rolled out within Waterford City and County between May and September 2025.
To receive an application pack, and to apply, email eoinmorrissey@waterfordcouncil.ie by Friday, February 28.
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