alcohol are unlikely to belong to the PTAA. The PTAA does not strive to simply stop people from drinking. It also aims to create opportunities for fun and social activities without the need for the presence of alcohol. It organises many competitions, such as table quizzes, Réadóirí (a talent competition; Réadóirí is the Irish word for Pioneers), and sports. Local centres (parishes or schools) compete in these competitions at regional (against local parishes), diocesan, provincial and all-Ireland level. The Pioneers also run two annual seminars, one for young pioneers (13-18), and one for older Pioneers (18+). The Association issued an appeal for funds from its website in April 2011 in an effort to prevent closure because of the organisation's indebtedness. References Further reading External links Official website Ulster Provincial website Jesuit PTAA web page 1898 establishments in Ireland Organizations established in 1898 Catholic Church in Ireland Religious organisations based in Ireland Temperance organizations Christian temperance movement