Empowering higher education institutions to navigate the digital landscape together

Sector-led and sector-focused

The National Digital Leadership Network (NDLN) is a collaborative initiative dedicated to advancing digital transformation across Ireland’s Technological University sector.

A national platform for leaders

By harnessing collective expertise, the NDLN empowers institutions to navigate the complexities of digital change—driving innovation, improving educational quality, and shaping the future of higher education in Ireland.

About the NDLN

The National Digital Leadership Network (NDLN) is a sector-driven initiative dedicated to strengthening Ireland’s digital Higher Education landscape.

We bring together experts, leaders, and practitioners from across the sector to collaborate on the challenges and opportunities that come with an ever-evolving digital world.

We are committed to promoting existing expertise while actively creating new resources—such as horizon-scanning reports, best practice guidelines, policy briefs, and case studies—that support meaningful digital transformation in teaching, research, and administration.

The NDLN 2025 Reports

Dr. Maren Deepwell

Professor Martin Weller

Andrew Pope, Simon Woodworth, Huanhuan Xiong

Sarah Elaine Eaton, Beatriz Moya

Anne-Marie Scott

Dr Doug Belshaw, Laura Hilliger

Professor Richard Watermeyer, Dr Danielle Guizzo, Lara Dzabolova

Professor Peter Bryant

Professor Mairéad Pratschke

Dr James Ransom, Dr Richard Whittle

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