Intel Computer Clubhouse Network

The Intel Computer Clubhouse is a community-based education program aimed at helping underserved youth gain the technological fluency, collaborative work skills, and self-esteem necessary for jobs and full participation in society.

Ireland currently has four Intel Computer Clubhouses. The first Computer Clubhouse that was established in Ireland is located in Blanchardstown, Dublin and was opened in 2002. The next Clubhouse was opened on May 29, 2003 and is located in Dublin’s inner city. The other 2 Computer Clubhouses are supported by the West Belfast Partnership Board and the Greater Shankill Partnership and are located in an inner-city area that crosses Belfast’s nationalist and loyalist communities. The Clubhouse’s two sites are on Shankill Road and Springfield Road to take into account the area’s unique situation. These newest Clubhouses were opened in March 2006 by Intel Chairman of the Board Craig Barrett.

The Intel Computer Clubhouse Network is an after-school learning environment for young people aged 10-18 years. The aim is for young people from underserved communities to become technology literate. The members of the Clubhouse have complete access to state of the art computer technology to create animation, music, videos, graphic and Web designs, robotic constructions and computer programmes. Volunteer mentors come from Intel, the local community, IT facilities and colleges to support club members in their work. The Blanchardstown Computer Clubhouse is managed by Foróige, the National Youth Development Organisation while and the City of Dublin Youth Services Board supports the second Computer Clubhouse in Dublin’s inner city. The other 2 clubhouse, located in Belfast, are supported by the Springvale Learning Centre. Gerry Nolan is the Intel coordinator of the Intel Computer Clubhouses in Ireland. Learn more ›