CDI Named One of 38 Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Discover Programme Grant Recipients for 2024   

29th February 2024 Press Release   CDI Named One of 38 Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Discover Programme Grant Recipients for 2024    Ministers Harris and Foley Announce Funding for STEM Public Engagement    CDI are delighted to announce that we are one of 38 SFI Discover Programme grant recipients for 2024. Our project, “Doodle STEAM: Building Parental […]


Doodle STEAM: Building Parental Confidence in STEAM Activities

Doodle STEAM: Building Parental Confidence in STEAM Activities CDI is an SFI Discover Grant Recipient for 2024! CDI are delighted to be one of 38 SFI Discover Programme grant recipients for 2024. Our project, “Doodle STEAM: Building Parental Confidence in STEAM Activities,”  aims to build capacity and confidence among parents of children aged 6 to […]



A Day in the Life of…Michelle Collins, Nova Coordinator at CDI

What is Nova? The Nova programme is one of CDI’s pilot programmes, entering its second year of a three-year phase. Nova is a Youth Mental Health Programme. The name ‘Nova’ means new star, and it was born out of an idea from the project’s Youth Advisory Group. The Nova programme examines and develops a multi-layered […]




A Day in the Life of CDI’s Restorative Practices Programme Manager, Claire Casey!

A Day in the Life of CDI’s Restorative Practices Programme Manager, Claire Casey!  Starting our New Year with some insights shared by our CDI staff…   Typical Day Meeting inspiring people, delivering training, and chairing meetings—every day is different! Avoiding rush hour, I start at 10am, greeted by tea from my amazing colleague George!  Most […]


Announcing our Annual Report for 2022

We are very pleased to announce our Annual Report for 2022 Annual Report 2022 The Board of Management presents the annual report and audited financial statements of the Childhood Development Initiative (CDI) for the year ended 31 December 2022. As Chair of CDI’s Board, Mary Corcoran proudly endorses the 2022 Annual Report. She highlights the […]


Your Parenting Journey— Pregnancy & Baby Event

Expectant and New Parents 5 December, 10am—12.30pm Rua Red, The Square, Tallaght, No need to book! Just turn up! Are you expecting or recently had a baby? Join us for this free event hosted by the Childhood Development Initiative (CDI). Uncover what Tallaght offers parents, from infant massage to parenting groups and beyond. Find out […]


Recap of CDI’s Stakeholder Day on #WorldChildrensDay2023

CDI Showcase and Community Gathering: Empowering Dublin 24 We hosted the “CDI Showcase and Community Gathering: Empowering Dublin 24” on November 20th, featuring insights from speakers Joe Rynn and Ciara Pidgeon. Joe Rynn, South Dublin Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC) Coordinator outlined the committee’s objectives, highlighting local success stories like Quarryvale FRC and […]