Who We Are
KASI is a community based nongovernmental organization set up in 2000 by the Parish Council of St. Mary’s Cathedral and two main churches in Killarney (Methodist and Church of Ireland), and other concerned individuals to support the first batch of asylum seekers who arrived in Killarney as part of the dispersal programme of the government.
As the work evolved and developed over the years, KASI has extended its support and services to refugees, migrant workers and their families.
What We Do
Provide a professional drop-in service for asylum seekers, refugees, migrant workers and their families; as well as providing a ‘social’ space where people feel safe, welcome and respected.
Offer practical and moral support as well as information relevant to the needs of the target groups.
Undertake awareness raising work with the local community on asylum / refugee and other immigration issues: as well as Promote appreciation and celebration of cultural diversity.
Plan and implement various activities to include health, education / training, language support, social and inter cultural events.
Do outreach work in three direct provisions in Killarney.
Collaborate with other support / service agencies, through referrals, joint initiatives and enhance services.
Network with other statutory and non-statutory agencies, charged with asylum seeker / refugee and immigrants; share best practice and contribute to influencing policy development.
Would You Like To Get Involved?
KASI appreciates the invaluable contribution, support and practical help of its dedicated volunteers and is continuously looking for more well intentioned people who wish to get involved.
If you have few hours to spare and would like to be part of a very diverse and energetic team of people working together to advance a very positive cause, please contact us at
Unit 6,
Old Credit Union Building,
Beech Road,
91 New Street,
Killarney,
Co. Kerry.
Tel: 064 66 20705
Email: info@kasi2000.com
