JCI Galway is a nonprofit organization of young active citizens age 18 to 40 who are engaged and committed to creating impact in their communities. Active citizens are individuals invested in the future of our world. JCI gathers active citizens from all sectors of society. We develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to make informed decisions and take action.
There are four pillars or areas of opportunity within the organisation: Individual, Business, Community and International. By getting involved you gain practical hands-on experience, help plan events, be part of a project team and/or take on a position within the local and national council.
Becoming a member can help you grow as a person, meet new people, impact your community and experience more. When you join you will instantly gain access to a wide range of personal benefits, events, training opportunities and new experiences.
1. A network of business contacts: We all come from different areas including finance, marketing, business development and startups businesses. We are here to help each other to succeed.
2. A chance to travel to international events: Junior Chamber International (JCI) is the biggest youth leadership development organization in the world and as a global network it unites 200,000 young people spread in 5,000 communities, 100 countries. Get in touch to learn about upcoming international conferences.
3. An opportunity to get involved in community projects: At JCI we meet on a regular basis for fun and friendship and we voluntarily run inspiring events and initiatives. See our events section what is coming next.
4. Trainings and workshops for your personal development: Public speaking, events management, project management, networking. At JCI we believe in learning by doing. We invest in our members personal development through training and workshops once a month or more.
JCI Galway Membership
Payment Plans- €70.00 Annual Membership Recurring Plan
- €50.00 Affiliated Member Recurring Plan
JCI Ireland National Convention 2026
National Events- Tickets Available
- 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 28th - 30th August 2026
- Presenter: JCI Galway
Friendly Business Awards
National ProjectsJCI Friendly Business Awards
The Friendly Business Awards is our flagship business program where we recognise the pivotal role small businesses play in our local community. We live in challenging times for small businesses and the aim of the Friendly Business Awards is to celebrate the value these businesses bring to our local communities every day.
The Friendly Business Awards Categories:
- Community Impact
- Customer Care
- Digital Experience
- Disability Access
- Eco-Friendliness
Each JCI chapter then puts forward a short list of local winners to be considered for JCI National Friendly Business Awards, which will take place at the JCI Ireland National Convention.
Conditions:
Must be between the ages of 18-40
If successful must be able to attend the JCI Ireland National Awards final.
Address
Portershed, Bowling Green
Galway City, H91 HE9E
Co. Galway, Ireland