Support for Development Workers and Volunteers

Comhlámh was set up originally in 1975 to support development workers returning home and to promote greater understanding of development issues in Ireland. Today the support we provide to development workers and volunteers before, during and after overseas assignments is a core element of our work. Below you will find information about the kinds of support and information open to you, particularly if you are soon to return to Ireland or if you have recently arrived home. 

• Before You Go
• While Overseas
• The Coming Home Process
• Coming Home Weekends
• Debriefing Service
• Counselling Service
• Careers and Further Studies
• Social Insurance and Pensions
• Get Involved Back Home
• Resources

We also actively promote the continued involvement of returned development workers and volunteers in working for a better world from Ireland and provide a range of information and opportunities for how you can get involved. Click on above "Continue to work for a better World from Ireland"  to find out more.

Returned development workers and volunteers refers to individuals who have worked overseas in a development or humanitarian capacity. It includes salaried development workers, volunteers, missionaries and human rights workers.

Free membership of Comhlámh
If you have worked overseas in a development capacity for 2 months or more, did you know that you are entitled to free membership of Comhlamh? Members receive discounts on Comhlámh courses, free Focus and Index publications, e-link newsletter, invitations to social events and seminars and the opportunity to get involved in development education and campaigning activities. To avail of your FREE membership please contact stuart@comhlamh.org.