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.
Call for collaboration – Working with youth work organisations for equity and inclusion in STEAM
Free support for organisations working in STEAM-related public engagement People’s experiences with STEAM* – the way we engage with it, use it and learn it – […]
National Child Protection Manager
The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is seeking to recruit a National Child Protection Manager.
Europe for YOUth YOUth for Europe Space for Democracy and Participation EU Youth Conference Report and Implementation Toolbox
This report presents an overview of the second conference of the 8th Cycle of the European Union (EU) Youth Dialogue, under the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
BOOK UPCOMING TRAINING COURSES & EVENTS
*The majority of our events currently take place online. A small number of trainings are delivered in-person. Check individual listings below for details*
Click on any of the events below to find out more about them, or click here to see all available training and events that you can book online.
Heavily subsidised STEAM training, resources and equipment for Youthreach staff! Da Vinci’s Self-Supporting Bridge
Develop an appreciation of the potential of STEAM education in Youthreach by experiencing this hands-on approach to cross-curricular learning using da Vinci’s self-supporting bridge design.
Introduction to Circus Skills in Youth Work
This tailored training is designed in partnership with Dublin Circus School to enhance your youth work ‘toolkit’ by adding a range of beginner circus skills.
Creating a Youth Arts Policy for your Organisation
This training provides participants with the skillset to develop a Youth Arts Policy within their organisation, contextualising it within the wider policy environment with a focus on building on existing practice.
PROGRAMMES
Our programmes provide expert guidance, practical training and user-friendly resources to support your work with young people.
Become a member of the NYCI
Join the representative body for youth organisations in Ireland and take advantage of the benefits for your organisation
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🗓️Save the Date! 🗓️
It's official! 🌏#OneWorldWeek21 takes place from November 20th – 27th this year!
Watch this space for news of the amazing week of youth-led awareness raising, education and action we have lined up for you this year! 🎉 #Youth2030
@Irish_Aid #SDGs
Very proud that the climate bill is now inacted. Great credit to @Dept_ECC @OireachtasNews @IrishEnvNet @SCC_Ireland and my colleagues in @greenparty_ie We have a huge task now to deliver on the targets in the law, so Ireland becomes a climate leader with a just transition. https://twitter.com/presidentirl/status/1418511651448541185
100 days separate us from @COP26. 100 days to act for people and planet with ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions – key to achieving the goals of the #ParisAgreement.
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