Volunteer User Guide: Message Board
Here are some simple guidelines to follow when replying to queries as an Ireland XO Volunteer. They are designed to help you understand the scope of the free genealogy advice that can be offered, and also to observe some basic rules designed to protect the privacy of our members and Volunteers alike. These guidelines are also available to all members, so that they understand the objectives and limitations of the family history advice give on the Ireland XO message board.
Volunteer User Guide: News & Events
Creating a News or Event article for your community is a superb way to promote local news and attract attention from national and International Diaspora to events happening in the area.
Genealogy Resources
It is well known that research into Irish family history is not always easy.
Message Board User Guide
Our goal is to try to identify the townland, parish and county where your ancestors lived - we are not a professional genealogical service but our volunteers are here to offer ad
What is a Parish?
In Ireland, people most readily identify themselves with their Parish. It is how school and religious systems are generally organised. Parishes often ignore the boundaries of Towns and Counties, making them more specific to the local Community. In the 19th Century, emigrants from Ireland usually named their Parish as their point of origin and Ireland Reaching Out seeks to connect their descendants back to that same place.
Heritage Resources
Ireland's cultural heritage is incredibly rich, with folklore and legend brought to life every day in the buildings, ruins and natural landscape that surround us.
Education and Training
The following list outlines some of the available educational courses, programmes and resources available relating to the broad study of Irish culture and heritage.
