NOW Group Opens First Office in Dublin

NOW Group has officially opened its first Dublin office at Arran Quay, Smithfield, Dublin, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s growth as an all-island provider of employment, training and social enterprise support.

The official opening took place on 29 September 2026, with Minister Calleary joining participants, staff, Board members, HSE representatives and invited guests to celebrate the occasion.

The event highlighted NOW Group’s ongoing commitment to creating more inclusive routes into sustainable employment for people with disabilities, autism, learning difficulties and other barriers to work.

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Speaking at the event, Minister Calleary said:

“I visited NOW Group in Belfast last year and was impressed by the services provided. While there, I met participants in the various programmes and heard first-hand the difference these programmes made in the lives of these young people. I welcome the opening of the new headquarters in Dublin and look forward to working productively with NOW Group in the years to come.” 

The opening builds on NOW Group’s growing presence across Ireland, including the expansion of the JAM Card and the development of Loaf Café and catering services in Dublin. From its new base at Arran Quay, Smithfield, NOW Group will continue working with partners, employers and communities to support people into jobs with a future.

NOW Group Chief Executive Maeve Monaghan said:

“Opening our first offices in Dublin is a proud and important moment for NOW Group. It reflects our commitment to growing an all-island organisation and working with partners to create more inclusive routes into sustainable employment. I want to give special recognition to the HSE for its vital funding and support for the Community Services Programme. I also want to thank the NOW and Loaf teams in Dublin for their hard work, commitment and support in making the event such a success.” 

The official opening marks an important milestone in NOW Group’s continued growth and highlights the opportunity ahead to create more inclusive pathways to employment across the island of Ireland.