The Best Buddies Citizens Programme supports one-to one friendships between adults with and without intellectual disability. Participants are carefully matched based on shared interests, personalities, and location. Friendships are supported through regular check-ins, guidance, and opportunities to connect socially, ensuring that each match is positive, meaningful, and sustainable. Through friendship, participants build confidence, independence, and social connection. The Citizens Programme promotes inclusion, reduces loneliness, and supports adults with intellectual disability to be active and visible members of their Communities. The Citizen’s Programme is currently the primary programme delivered by Best Buddies Ireland.