Empowering Older Adults: Launch of Tuiscint Personal Development Programme 

City of Dublin ETB Educational Service To Prisons was delighted to launch the Tuiscint programme and mark its first graduation ceremony this week. 

What is Tuiscint? 

The Tuiscint Programme is an innovative initiative aimed at addressing a critical gap in Ireland by offering recognition and support to older adults, particularly those aged 26 and above.  

This programme focuses on personal development and lifelong learning, empowering older participants to develop new skills, enhance their wellbeing, and engage more effectively with their communities.  

Pictured from left to right: Head Teacher Training Unit Prison Education Centre, Educational Service to Prisons Anna Boyle;  Age Action Ireland Vicky Harris & Megan Reilly, Gasice Project Manager Marion Irwin; Organiser of City of Dublin ETB Educational Services to Prisons Maria Ward; Head Teacher Mountjoy West Prison Education Centre, Eoin Flood.

The initiative was launched within Educational Services to Prisons (ESP) as part of City of Dublin ETB in the Training Unit with plans to expand its reach across Ireland. 

Created in collaboration with key stakeholders 

Tuiscint was developed in partnership with key stakeholders, including Age Action, Aontas, City of Dublin ETB, and the Irish Prison Service. Designed to complement existing programmes such as the Gaisce Award, which targets younger people, Tuiscint provides a similar opportunity tailored to the needs of older individuals. 

Empowering older adults  

The Tusicint programme aims to create a structured pathway for older people to enhance their skills, improve mental and physical wellbeing, become active, contributing members of society post-release.  

Key areas covered in the course include:  

Personal Development: Life skills development, self-esteem, resilience 

Lifelong Learning: Educational programmes, tailored learning experiences 

Wellbeing: Mental, emotional physical health 

Community Engagement: Participation in community projects, strengthening ties 

 

Caption main featured picture from left to right: Head Teacher Mountjoy West Prison Education Centre, Eoin Flood; Organiser of City of Dublin ETB Educational Services to Prisons Maria Ward; Head Teacher Training Unit Prison Education Centre, Educational Service to Prisons Anna Boyle; Chief Executive of City of Dublin ETB Dr Christy Duffy.