AC Awards Finalist Feature – The Sister Hub Aghada

The Sister Hub Aghada are a finalist in the Community Campaign category of the Cork Sports Partnership Active Community Awards 2024. Winners revealed on 29th November 2024. Further details on the Awards and ceremony below.

The Sister Hub Aghada: Empowering Women Through Community and Activity        

The Sisters Hub in Aghada is a dynamic multicultural community group dedicated to empowering women, fostering connections, and promoting well-being through various activities. The initiative serves as a safe and welcoming space for women from all backgrounds to come together, break down social barriers, and prevent isolation. By prioritizing inclusivity and engagement, the Sisters Hub has become a vital resource in East Cork. 

The group offers a diverse range of activities tailored to support both physical and mental health. From regular fitness classes to community events like craft fairs, clothes swaps, and walks, there is something for everyone. The Sisters Hub has even applied for grants to purchase sports equipment, such as badminton gear, to make activities more accessible to members. These offerings are intentionally low-cost to ensure everyone can participate, regardless of financial circumstances. 

The women who take part in the Sisters Hub find immense value in the initiative. For many, it is an opportunity to stay physically active, which has far-reaching benefits for physical health, including improved strength, coordination, and overall fitness. Beyond this, the activities provide a crucial social outlet, fostering friendships and connections that combat isolation. In particular, the group has reached out to local Ukrainian women, creating a supportive environment where cultural exchange and understanding can flourish. 

Campaigns like the Sisters Hub Aghada play a critical role in encouraging women to prioritize regular physical activity. These efforts help women feel healthier, more energetic, and confident. They also set an example for families and children, highlighting the importance of leading an active lifestyle. 

The benefits extend beyond the individual participants to the local community. The Sisters Hub fosters a sense of unity and inclusivity, enriching the cultural fabric of East Cork. By hosting events and activities, the group strengthens community bonds and encourages wider participation in physical and social initiatives. 

The Sisters Hub Aghada exemplifies the power of community-driven initiatives. Through their work, they inspire women to prioritize health, well-being, and connection, making a lasting impact on individuals and the broader community alike. 

Active Community Campaign Category:

This award is to acknowledge and recognise successful community campaigns, events or initatives that encourage people to be active. 

These events or initiatives give people the opportunity to participate in locally led physical activity and community sports programmes while equally promoting positive health and wellbeing for all. 

They encourage and promote the use of existing facilities and amenities or engage people in online programmes or initatives.

Live Awards Ceremony:

Join us at 7 pm on Friday, 29th November, as we reveal this year’s Active Community Awards winners across our categories of Group, Campaign, Inclusion and Champion.