The Strategy sets out the vision and strategic goals that will guide the work of the Department over the period 2023 to 2025 as it continues to deliver on its mission “to promote rural and community development and to support vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities throughout Ireland”.

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The Statement of Strategy covers the period 2023-2025 and was informed by extensive consultation with a wide range of stakeholders. It provides an outline of the Department’s work across its five strategic goals, as set out below, and actions for delivery under each of the goals:
1. Advance the economic and social development of rural areas, including the offshore islands
2. Contribute to and support national regional development objectives
3. Support empowered, inclusive and resilient communities and a thriving volunteer culture
4. Enable the community, voluntary, charity, philanthropic and social economy sectors to contribute fully to civil society
5. Foster and maintain a high performance culture and organisation to achieve our mission in the interests of all communities