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The popular image of Ireland until recently was of a rural country with close knit communities and a slow pace of life. In the 1990’s an economic boom (known as the Celtic tiger) transformed Ireland, modernising the country and attitudes with it. Ireland became an attractive destination for multi-national corporations and is home to some of the leading technological and pharmaceutical companies. While the standard of living has risen considerably, many challenges have been created in its wake. Wealth in Ireland is very unevenly divided, and many marginalised groups are as needy as ever. Those with special needs, young people at risk, and older people in Ireland are finding difficulty meeting their needs in the Ireland of today. The country now boasts a multi-cultural society, but in reality there is little inter-culturalism or understanding between our new arrivals and the general population. Our environment is under threat from over development, and there is rising conflict between those wishing to progress the economic boom and infrastructure and those wishing to preserve Ireland ’s unique natural and cultural heritage. By choosing to volunteer in Ireland with VIP you will make an immeasurable contribution to the efforts of projects aiming to tackle some of the most critical issues facing Ireland at this time. VIP Ireland works mainly with organizations in the following areas: Assisting those with disabilities |
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