About Us

Our Mission

At dara & co, we are committed to transforming lives by offering tailored wellbeing solutions with a focus on mental and emotional health. Our mission is to educate and support users through expert-led insights, empowering them to build healthier relationships with themselves and others.

We equip individuals with the knowledge, confidence and resilience to navigate the complexities of life’s challenges, ensuring that personal growth and overall wellbeing are at the forefront of every learning experience. By revitalising essential communication skills, we empower people to better understand themselves and thrive in all aspects of life.

Our Purpose

dara & co is a safe and inclusive space designed to empower people. Our platform promotes an environment where everyone, regardless of background, location, gender, ethnicity or sexuality, can learn to communicate, connect and thrive. We are committed to accessibility, ensuring that our resources are available to all who seek personal and professional growth.

Our platform is ideal for those who aspire to:

Elevate their confidence through articulate and effective communication
Develop a deeper understanding of self-awareness and craft a renewed personal narrative
Strengthen resilience in relationships, both personal and professional
Build meaningful connections through shared experiences and mutual understanding

At dara & co, we place a strong emphasis on holistic wellbeing, ensuring that each user receives the tools and insights necessary to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and clarity.

Our Approach

Human Need + Experts + Education + Technology

We place humans at the heart of every masterclass, live event and podcast we produce, ensuring that our users receive support when they need it most. These interactions with our experts are designed to provide reassurance and peace of mind, helping our users feel truly supported on their wellbeing journey.

dara & co is not just about imparting knowledge; it’s about building a community where users engage in a shared journey of growth and discovery. Empowered by emotive AI, we harness the power of technology to deliver personalised and enriching experiences that cater to the unique needs of each user. Whether you’re looking to enhance your professional life, improve student wellbeing or seek personal growth, dara & co, is here to support your journey every small step of the way.

Our Story

dara & co is an Irish edtech company led by CEO Naomh McElhatton and editor-in-chief Elaine Burke.

Naomh’s journey, marked by the challenges of navigating personal struggles and forming meaningful connections, inspired her to create a platform that addresses the core issues many of us face daily. Recognising that at the heart of life’s difficulties, whether they stem from stress, grief, or relationship challenges, lies a need for deeper self-awareness and the ability to build strength of character and resilience.

dara & co was born from this understanding. Naomh envisioned a platform dedicated to the human experience, one that shifts the conversation from mere survival to thriving. By focusing on the importance of personal development and the art of building inner resilience, dara & co, empowers individuals to confront and overcome the personal problems that impact their lives.

Through expert-led masterclasses, insightful articles, engaging podcasts, interactive live events, and a supportive community, dara & co equips users with the tools needed to better understand themselves and the world around them.

Naomh’s mission is clear: to empower people with the self-awareness, confidence, and resilience required to navigate life’s complexities and emerge stronger, more fulfilled and better equipped to face the challenges that come their way.

Let’s change the conversation.