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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

‘Sustaining the New Common Charter’ project: join us at next week’s cross-border networking event to discuss challenges & opportunities - funding applications, planning, recruitment, event & other issues. 🗓️ Thursday 8 Oct ⏰ 11am 📍 Rural Community Network, Cookstown docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Stock image of people sitting in rows at a community meeting.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The CCBC Research Manager, Aidan Campbell, and representatives from rural #community #organisations across Northern Ireland and the border regions met Catherine Connolly, the President of Ireland, on Saturday afternoon. Conversations focused on learning, connecting and collaborating across #borders.

Representatives from the 24 rural community organisations from across Northern Ireland and the border region who met Irish President Catherine Connolly in Rural Community Network's office in Cookstown.

Jane Gribben (Volunteer Now), Aidan Campbell (Centre for Cross Border Cooperation), Karin Arbuckle (Northern Ireland Community Energy), Jimmy Hamill and Helen Hamill (Save Our Acute Services) and President Catherine Connolly.

Informal photograph of Jane Gribben (Volunteer Now) and Aidan Campbell (Centre for Cross Border Cooperation).

Brian McEnery, Kate Clifford, Catherine Connolly, John Waddell and Noelle Hall outside the Rural Community Network office.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Register at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... for our cross-border networking event on Thursday 8 October at 11am in Rural Community Network (Cookstown). It is open to representatives from community & voluntary organisations involved in cross-border projects, events & activities. #community #sector

Stock image of people sitting in rows at a business meeting.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

31st Beyond Borders debate - "Skills Portability Initiative: Easing labour mobility across borders" Exploring skills and qualifications recognition for cross-border workers. Organised by @ec.europa.eu's Border Focal Point Network. 📅 8 October 🕓 9am 💻 Online futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/border-fo...

Promotional flyer on the Beyond Borders Breakfast Debate.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Our cross-border networking event on Thursday 8 October at 11am in Rural Community Network (Cookstown) is open to representatives from community & voluntary organisations. To help with planning, please register at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... or email projects@crossborder.ie #community #sector

Image of attendees at a seminar, taken from the back of the function room.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We presented our research priorities at a seminar in Parliament Buildings yesterday, setting out the key thematic areas in our crossborder.ie/reports/stra... Plus potential research, Border People FLOW project & North South ESTEEM projects' plans, and an initiative on civil society collaboration.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Conference Part 2 summary: Ciara King, Ruth Taillon, Anne Thevenet, Andy Pollak, Barney Ely, Kirsty McManus, Linda Megahey, Dimitrios Argyros, Maeve McElwee, Siobhán Fearon, Una McCabe, Damian Duffy, Anthony Soares, Dawn Purvis & Peter Osborne! crossborder.ie/conferences/... #ccbcconf #NWTEC #EPIC

Collage of nine photographs featuring speakers at the conference.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Conference: Great morning & early afternoon with James Lawless, Kristel Miller, Anthony Soares, Billy Bennett, Aisling Cannon, Aidan Garner, Beth Dunbar, Fiona Reynolds, Paul Hannigan, Molly Clifford, Malachy Ó Néill, Alistair Stewart, Claire McGee, Conor Thompson, John Doyle & Suzanne Costello!

Collage of nine photographs featuring speakers at the conference - some contributions were video recordings.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thanks to conference sponsors @mynwtec.bsky.social, EPIC Futures NI, @dublincityuni.bsky.social, @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social, Institute of Public Health, InterTradeIreland, C-CASE, Ibec, ATI, SRC, Technological Universities Association and Waterways Ireland. crossborder.ie/conferences/...

Collage of sponsors' logos and photographs.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

"Congratulations on another excellent event. One of the highlights of the year." - 2025 conference delegate 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #event #highlights #conference

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

"Full of like-minded people collaborating with shared purpose, improving understanding and building on our strengths" - 2025 conference delegate 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #collaborating #shared #purpose #understanding #strengths

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

"The conference is important in developing good policy and building strong relationships on our shared island" - 2025 conference delegate 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Ballymascanlon Hotel & Golf Resort, Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #cooperation #policy #relationships

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Dawn Purvis was a researcher & MLA - and works in corporate affairs. She said in 2016: "education, education, education - no matter how much you hate it, stick with it. It's your way to living a productive, independent life and making a contribution to society." www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Great to work with @maynoothuniversity.ie's Caroline Creamer and @ulsteruni.bsky.social's Dr Linda McElduff & Dr Gavan Rafferty on their cross-border spatial planning article for our Research Platform: crossborder.ie/guest-contri... Email: research@crossborder.ie #research #report #collaboration

Image of Dr Linda McElduff, Caroline Creamer and Dr Gavan Rafferty at the launch of the report.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Delighted to have the support of the @instpublichealth.bsky.social at our conference to discuss further, higher & continuing education provision across the island of Ireland. IPH's Chief Executive, Suzanne Costello, will chair the panel on 17 September. Join us: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The best debate and discussion on talent, qualifications, universities, UCAS and the CAO will take place at next week's CCBC Annual Conference. Education, business, policymaking and civil society leaders will examine issues affecting employees and employers. www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

Collage of nine images from the 2025 annual conference featuring speakers, delegates and sponsors. We're really looking forward to the 2026 debate and discussion.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Ciara King and Una McCabe from Ohk Energy will be presenting at our annual conference next week on "Qualification Recognition - A barrier to cross-border trade and employment". 📆 Thursday 17 September 🕖 Breakfast from 8am 📍 Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #qualifications

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Conference co-headline sponsor: @mynwtec.bsky.social "The Cluster provides advanced skills training, cutting-edge innovation supports for enterprise, and internationally-recognised high-quality research" - Paul Hannigan, @atu-ie.bsky.social eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #CCBCconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Conference co-headline sponsor: EPIC Futures NI @ulsteruni.bsky.social's Prof Malachy Ó Néill said: “Talent does not stop at borders, and neither do the challenges and opportunities involved in developing the skills and workforce our regions need." eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #CCBCconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Sponsor news: Cross-Border Collaboration to Activate the Skills Ecosystem Damian Duffy, Principal & CEO at Belfast Met, will discuss the C-CASE project involving @ulsteruni.bsky.social, the Confederation of British Industry, Staffline and SOLAS on 17 September. www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

Image of Damian Duffy smiling at the camera.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Melanie Bolduc, Mayor of Armagh (Quebec, Canada), has met Cllr Kyle Savage, Deputy Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council. She also had a tour of the Palace Demesne buildings and grounds, followed by a tour of Armagh city with visits to the County Museum and Robinson Library.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Prof John Doyle, Vice President for Research at @dublincityuni.bsky.social - and a Board Member at the @crossborder.bsky.social - will discuss Creating talent - the supply side at our conference. 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Ballymascanlon Hotel, Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

Image of Prof John Doyle smiling at the camera.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Delighted to have @intertradeireland.bsky.social support our annual conference on Thursday 17 September in Dundalk - its Strategy & Policy Manager Siobhán Fearon will moderate panel 3 on attracting, nurturing and retaining talent. Join us: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #policy

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

"The online course was a really valuable learning experience. It gave me a much better understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved in working across borders... I particularly appreciated the accessible online format" - Martina Byrne Register today 👉 crossborder.ie/what-we-do/p...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A new cross-border programme designed to improve digital skills, promote inclusion and drive innovation will empower pupils, community groups and families by increasing digital awareness and supporting pathways into digital careers. Read more about the project: www.minidigihub.com orlo.uk/a7AMg

Pictured at the launch of the new Digital Future Programme are Councillor Mary O’Dowd (Lord Mayor, Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council), David Pilkington (CEO, Sentinus) and Dette Hughes (Programmes Manager, East Border Region).

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Alistair Stewart is Director of Civic Engagement and Strategic Communications at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social where he builds partnerships and influences key stakeholders. 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Ballymascanlon Hotel & Golf Resort, Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Support is available for emerging artists & arts practitioners through the Northern European Mobility Opportunity (NEMO) - a programme led by the Nordic Culture Fund in partnership with arts funding agencies across the UK & Ireland. Apply by 18 September. www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/nemo...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Donegal pupil Aisling Cannon completed her #LeavingCert in 2022, and graduated with an LLB from @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social in 2025. She co-founded the QUB Walkie Talkie Girlies, a student society that hosts weekly walks to help people feel safe. crossborder.ie/conferences/... #CCBCconf #law

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

After #GCSEs & #ALevels, Aidan Garner studied #Politics, #Philosophy and #Economics at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social, & completed an MSc in Public Policy at @ucl.ac.uk. He co-founded the West Belfast #Chess Club and works as a researcher at a cross-party think tank. crossborder.ie/conferences/...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Thank you to the team at @thewheelireland.bsky.social in promoting our 'Getting Started with Cross Border Collaboration' course: www.wheel.ie/news/2026/07... 🗓️ Tuesday 1 September 🕗 11am 📌 Online #CrossBorderCollaboration #course #training #networking #personaldevelopment #noticeboard #teamwork

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

2020: Beth Dunbar completed her #ALevels & began a 3-year politics and sociology degree at @universityofleeds.bsky.social. 2024: Beth completed an MSc in public policy and management at @glasgow.ac.uk. 2026: Beth works at the MOJ and will speak at our conference. crossborder.ie/conferences/...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Cross-border "Sounds of the West Concert Band" - featuring Fermanagh Concert Band, Ballyshannon Brass & Reed Band and Sligo Concert Band. The opening concert includes music by The Beatles, Queen and Shostakovich's Waltz No. 2. Supported by the Shared Island Civic Society Fund. ardhowen.com

Promotional poster on the "Sounds of the West Concert Band" concert on 29 August.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Annual conference: talent has never been more topical! Great discussion on • accessing the initial provision of skills from educational institutions • attracting and nurturing talent • retaining talent once it has been created 📅 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

2020: Molly Clifford completed her A-Levels and began a 5-year medicine degree at @ucc.ie. 2025: Molly and her daddy, Andrew, travelled through 8 countries on the BBC series "Race Across the World". 2026: Molly is a doctor in Dublin and will speak at our conference. crossborder.ie/conferences/...

Photograph of Molly Clifford and her daddy, Andrew, smiling at the camera. They teamed up for "Race Across the World" and finished as runners-up in the 2026 series.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

“Creating, strengthening and retaining talent on the island of Ireland” Claire McGee was appointed as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of the Technological Universities Association (TUA) in April 2026. 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Dundalk www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Do you want to • identify a partner organisation for a cross-border project? • learn how to plan sessions in a cross-border project? • identify issues to be addressed through your project? • find out how to create and evidence the inputs and outputs of your project? crossborder.ie/what-we-do/p...

A presentation slide from the course - Understanding the need to be addressed by your cross-border project.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Looking for inspiration for your next day out or summer adventure? Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark is one of 62 UNESCO-designated places across the UK - the list includes World Heritage Sites, Creative Cities & Biosphere Reserves. mournegullionstrangfordgeopark.com/news/summer-...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

"A unique gathering from all walks of life coming together to discuss and promote cross border cooperation" - 2025 conference delegate 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Ballymascanlon Hotel & Golf Resort, Dundalk Conference tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf #unique #gathering

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We can help with #crossborder #project #partnerships, planning and #networking through our free #online guided course: 'Getting Started with Cross Border Collaboration'. 🗓️ Starts Tuesday 1 September 🕗 11am-12 noon 📌 Six weeks Full details: crossborder.ie/what-we-do/p... #training #course #skills

Image of 12 learners and Anthony Soares.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Annual conference: Challenging debate, critical networking, industry leaders The premier cross-border conference for practitioners, academics, officials and policy makers - the networking event you don't want to miss. 📅 Thursday 17 September Conference tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

John Mc Donagh, Waterways Ireland's Chief Executive, is speaking at conference on 17 September in Dundalk. He oversees the management, maintenance, development and promotion of over 1,100 km of inland navigable waterways. Waterways Ireland has 375 staff. eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #ccbcconf

Image of John McDonagh standing in front of Waterways Ireland signage.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

"An essential event for any organisation engaged in cross border collaboration" - 2025 conference delegate 📅 Thursday 17 September ⏰ 9.15am 📍 Ballymascanlon Hotel & Golf Resort, Dundalk crossborder.ie/conferences/... #CCBCconf #crossborder #research #collaboration #cooperation #events #networking

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Annual conference: Attracting, nurturing and retaining talent Maeve McElwee (Ibec), Kirsty McManus (Institute of Directors), Lisa Wilson (Nevin Economic Research Institute - NERI) & John McDonagh (Waterways Ireland) will discuss how to attract and keep talent. www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

"If you only have time to go to one North South conference a year make it this one." "Always a really informative and insightful event" "High-quality analysis" Early Bird conference tickets are available until midnight: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... Programme: crossborder.ie/conferences/...

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Lisa Wilson, Senior Economist at the Nevin Economic Research Institute, is speaking at our annual conference in Dundalk. Lisa's work relates to the labour market, income distribution, & living standards. Early bird tickets are available until 24 June: www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #CCBCconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Una Higgins is a writer from County Down and one of our John Hewitt International Summer School bursary winners. She spent 15 years working across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Una works on a number of community initiatives in Lecale and is completing her first novel. johnhewittsociety.org

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Delegates at this year's CCBC annual conference on Thursday 17 September in Dundalk will hear from the Institute of Directors, Ibec, Nevin Economic Research Institute and Waterways Ireland on attracting, developing and retaining talent. Conference tickets 👉 eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #CCBCconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Kirsty McManus, National Director at the Institute of Directors NI, is a panellist at our annual conference on 17 September in Dundalk. Kirsty has oversight for the development, delivery & assessment of the highly-regarded Chartered Director qualification. crossborder.ie/conferences/... #CCBCconf

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Congratulations to #border #town Strabane which has been shortlisted for UK Town of Culture 2028. Derry City and Strabane District Council staff have worked closely with arts organisations, community groups, schools and businesses. www.gov.uk/government/n... www.derrystrabane.com/news/straban...

Photograph of six people pictured in front of the ‘Let the Dance Begin’ sculpture by Maurice Harron - two people are holding a large poster that reads 'Strabane... Bidding for UK Town of Culture 2028', one person is playing an accordion and one person is playing a violin.

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Centre for Cross Border Cooperation @crossborder.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Delegates at this year's CCBC annual conference will hear from former students of @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social, @ucc.ie & @universityofleeds.bsky.social on what influenced their choices as school leavers. Be an Early Bird 👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-for... #CCBCconf @dublincityuni.bsky.social

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