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1. Dec 2021.

Covid-19: Reiterated guidance for sheds

Dear shedders, The Irish Men’s Sheds Association was recently contacted by a shed in severe distress, who were hoping their predicament may serve as a warning to others. This particular shed has followed every possible precaution throughout this pandemic and all its members were fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Like...

26. Nov 2021.

Watch back: Health & Safety Webinar

On Tuesday 23rd November 2021, the Irish Men’s Sheds Association was joined by expert Clifford Wharry for our webinar on Health and Safety. In this session, Clifford guides us on the safest possible use of any and all tools in a shed. You can watch the full talk back here,...

18. Nov 2021.

Happy International Men’s Day from the IMSA 🥳🥳

Tomorrow (19th November 2021) marks a hugely important day not only for the Irish Men’s Sheds Association, but also for every single citizen of Ireland. While the focus of ‘International Men’s Day’ will of course be on the male population, tomorrow also offers a great opportunity for women and children...

18. Nov 2021.

Watch back: Governance Training Webinar (Part 2)

On Wednesday 17th November we were joined by expert Marian Barnard for our second and final session on governance training. Marian is with the Carmichael Institute, a leading specialist training and support body for nonprofits in Ireland. Carmichael has over 30 years of collective experience in this field. In this...

11. Nov 2021.

IMSA welcomes €9 million funding package for community groups

The Irish Men’s Sheds Association warmly welcomes this afternoon’s announcement of funding from the Department of Rural and Community Development. The €9 million package revealed by Ministers Heather Humphreys and Joe O’Brien will go some way in helping our sheds and many other community groups to bounce back from this dire...

21. Oct 2021.

Watch back: Conflict Resolution Webinar

On Tuesday 19th October we were joined by expert Tom Murray for our second webinar on how to keep your shed running smoothly. Tom is with Mediation Practice, and has many years of experience as a top negotiator at national level. In this session with the Irish Men’s Sheds Association,...

20. Sep 2021.

Irish Men’s Sheds Association highlights need for supports as sheds reopen

Today (Monday 20th September) is a momentous occasion for thousands of men across the country. After almost 19 months of closure for some, the 360 plus men’s sheds in the Republic of Ireland can finally reopen. This return to the sheds, and the larger return to normality across Irish society,...

1. Sep 2021.

September Reopening confirmed for all Men’s Sheds

Dear shedders, Following yesterday’s announcement (31st August 2021) from the Taoiseach and the release of the government’s ‘Reframing the Challenge’ plan, which contains specific advice for men’s sheds, there has been a major breakthrough. The Irish Men’s Sheds Association (IMSA) is delighted to confirm that all our sheds will be...

25. Aug 2021.

Watch back: Toolbox essentials with Ronan O’Sullivan

Back by popular demand! Last month we welcomed back the ever-knowledgeable Ronan O’Sullivan for another jam-packed IMSA Shedcast. DIY expert Ronan talked us through the essentials that every handyman should have in their toolbox, especially if you’re looking to build a shed like his own! Whether for marking, measuring, cutting...