We build solidarity in the youth sector
NYCI is the representative body for voluntary youth organisations in Ireland. We use our collective expertise to act on issues that impact on young people.
The Covid-19 outbreak represents a major challenge for the youth work sector
It changes the way we all must work. With that in mind, we’re bringing together resources, training and advice to support you through this time.
Contacting our team
We are working remotely as much as possible at the moment. The best way to contact us is by email: you’ll get our staff contact details here
News
Stay up to date with the latest news and information on our work in the youth sector in Ireland
Invitation to tender: Research Exploring ethnic diversity amongst youth workers
The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) invites research tenders on the Profile and Experiences of Minority Ethnic Youth Workers and Volunteers working in the Irish Youth […]
Tell Your Story – Call for young people for interviews
We’re gathering stories from individual volunteers to highlight the life-changing impact of youth work volunteering.
Tell Your Story – Call for young people to share their stories of how youth work changes lives
We’re gathering stories from individual volunteers to highlight the life-changing impact of youth work volunteering.
Book upcoming training courses & events
Young Voices – Core Group
DESCRIPTION Are you interested in joining the exciting new Young Voices Core Group? We are putting together a group of young people who will bring Young […]
Child Protection Awareness Programme 8th of September (Delivered Online)
EVENT DESCRIPTION This is a 4-hour training programme delivered by the NYCI Child Protection Programme. This child protection awareness training is aimed at staff and volunteers […]
Young Voices – Core Group
DESCRIPTION Are you interested in joining the exciting new Young Voices Core Group? We are putting together a group of young people who will bring Young […]
Programmes
Our programmes provide expert guidance, practical training and user-friendly resources to support your work with young people
Youth Arts
The NYCI’s Youth Arts Programme is a strategic partnership of The National Youth Council of Ireland, The Arts Council and The Department of Children and Youth Affairs. It is dedicated to the development and advancement of youth arts in Ireland.
Child Protection
The Child Protection Programme is based in the National Youth Council of Ireland and is funded by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.
Global Youth Work And Development Education
Global youth work is essentially good youth work, which responds to young people’s changing circumstances. Global youth work is about discovering global issues with young people through non-formal education. The aim is to explore a young person’s role in their local community, and within a globalised world.
Equality and Intercultural
The Equality and Intercultural Programme at NYCI is here to support you to embed equality, inclusion, diversity and interculturalism in your youth work setting. We provide a unique and innovative suite of training programmes, resources, policy development, advice, and networking opportunities.
Youth Health
The NYHP is dedicated to developing and promoting a culture within the youth sector which focuses on health and wellbeing by building the capacity of the youth workers and volunteers.
International
We aim to facilitate and promote the involvement of youth organisations and young people in international activities and to encourage youth organisations to include an international dimension to their youth work.
STEAM and Digital Youth Work
We use innovative methodologies to increase the use of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and maths) to support the achievement of youth work outcomes and train youth workers to support the young people they work with to deal with living in an increasingly digitalised world.
STEAM Engagement Programme
Ensuring STEAM is used to improve the lives of young people and inspire their curiosity.
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Delighted to announce that I have been appointed as Ireland's representative to the UNECE Steering Committee on Education for Sustainable Development's Youth Network!
Wherever possible, I will be asking for inputs, so please share with young people & keep an eye on this space!
We are now recruiting high calibre graduates for the Irish Foreign Service
Applications are particularly welcome from candidates who have skills in the areas of foreign languages, international relations, trade and development
Find out more 👉http://bit.ly/Tw_Org_ThirdSc
📢 Minister @rodericogorman launches next phase of Youth Services Grant Scheme (YSGS) reform project.
📰 https://www.gov.ie/en/press-release/b564c-minister-ogorman-launches-next-phase-of-youth-services-grant-scheme-ysgs-reform-project/
Register your interest to attend one of our upcoming workshops with ASSC on how you, as a trusted adult in the lives of the young people you work with, can handle responding to a disclosure.
@dcediy https://bit.ly/3zKTFAI
We're commissioning research to investigate ethnic diversity in youth work, delving into the experience of minority ethnic students in youth work courses, student placements, and in finding employment in youth work after graduation.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3zCjcMb
Our Child Protection Programme has partnered with ASSC to pilot the provision of a workshop in Dublin on the delicate process of responding to a disclosure from a young person in the course of your work.
@dcediy https://bit.ly/3zKTFAI
Hatred is a danger to everyone. Fighting it must be a job for everyone.
Take action and say #NoToHate.
⏰ Deadline TODAY!
Thinking of applying to join the #Youth2030 Young People's Committee?
Committee members will gain a greater understanding of local & global justice issues and learn critical thinking, advocacy, and campaigning skills.
Apply by 5pm! https://bit.ly/3yWFhDI
⏰ Deadline tomorrow!
Apply to join the #Youth2030 Young People's Committee and be part of supporting a strong youth participation movement around global justice issues affecting your future.
https://bit.ly/3yWFhDI
Become a member of the NYCI
Join the representative body for youth organisations in Ireland and take advantage of the benefits for your organisation
NYCI complies with The Governance Code for the Community, Voluntary and Charitable Sector in Ireland
NYCI supports Sustainable Development Goals
NYCI Supports Comhlámh’s Code of Good Practice
NYCI is a signatory of the Dochas Code of Conduct on Images and Messages