At Grow Remote, we believe in the power of connection. In fact, we design everything we do in order to create connection between remote workers. Our local leaders are driven by a shared mission to make remote work visible, accessible, and socially enriching across Ireland. From lively after-work socials to impactful group activities, our community is building a movement that’s changing how and where we work—together.
Here’s a look at the social impact we’ve in local communities so far in 2025.
💥 126 Local Events – Fuelled by Passion
Our community-led model continues to thrive, with 126 events delivered to date across Ireland. These aren’t just meetups—they’re experiences of belonging, learning, and real-life collaboration.
- 70 After Work Socials
Whether it’s a pint after work or a pizza event, these informal meetups are the glue of local chapters—fostering friendships and making remote work local. - 50 Group Activities
From co-working days to coffee mornings, hikes to swims, these activities bring remote professionals together to connect socially in meaningful ways. - 6 Community Partnerships
Including community clean-ups and charity fundraisers!
We always ask for feedback. Here’s what our attendees said:
97% of survey respondents agreed they “met with interesting people and had fun”
80% of survey respondents agreed they “felt more connected to their community” after attending a Grow Remote event
31% of survey respondents learned more about remote working opportunities and employers
“Padel Tennis was great fun and highly social – great format being able to play 20 mins on / 20 mins off or so and getting to meet new people – Anything that is active or involves team building, problem solving or creativity. Great night and will go again.” – Robert, Carrigtwohill, May 2025
📍 Reach Across the Country
Our impact spans the country and continues to grow:
- 66 Active Chapters
These local hubs are led by inspiring changemakers turning remote work into remote life. - 27 Unique Counties
Our presence is felt in every corner—from urban centres to rural villages. - 43 Different Activities
A vibrant mix of formats keeps engagement fresh and inclusive for all interests.
“Nice people! There are no other ways to meet other people who work from home. Grow Remote creates a good community to figure out if we can find venues where we could all work together. More emphasis needs to be put on the creation of Coworking spaces that are outside of the M50 to reduce traffic into the city.” – Martin, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, April 2025
👥 Engaging Remote Workers—At Scale
Community participation shows no signs of slowing:
- 1,232 Total Registrations via Eventbrite
A testament to the appetite for local connection in a remote-first world. - 1,032 Total Attendees (to date)
Real people, real conversations, real connections. - 43 New Volunteers Registrations
At our monthly online Local Leader Welcome Sessions, we answer questions and learn from our newest remote working volunteers!
“Great event, well organized and in a fab location, really good food (thanks for the pizza!), met loads of new people and enjoyed the conversation!” – Mizan, Cork city, April 2025
💚 The Road Ahead
Behind these numbers are wonderful human beings: individuals who want to make remote work more human. From remote professionals to job seekers, local leaders to national partners—each contribution makes a difference.
As we look forward, we remain committed to:
- Expanding our chapter footprint.
- Diversifying the ways people engage.
- Equipping local leaders with the support they need.
To everyone contributing to this movement—thank you. You’re helping to build a more inclusive, flexible Ireland where no one is left behind.
“Good chance to meet other remote workers and have some fresh locally grown food together.” – Elaine, Cloughjordan, April 2025
📣 Want to get involved?
Whether you’re looking to join a chapter, attend your first event, or lead your own, there’s a place for you at Grow Remote. Reach out at [email protected] or join our next Local Leader Welcome Session via this link.