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
“Deep disappointment” as youth work and many young people overlooked in Budget 2023
“Youth work organisations are already running to stand still, and this increase will not allow them to meet inflationary pressures. We have warned against young people being ignored in this Budget. Such a limited increase when core inflation will be 5.25% for 2023, shows youth work has been overlooked and is facing an effective cut.”
One World Week 2022: Training Workshops
From September through to January, we will be providing One World Week training workshops. These will be aimed at young people and youth workers, and will […]
Youth Council calls for €12 million investment in young people in next week’s Budget
Over 3,000 people have signed a National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) petition calling on the government to provide much-needed funding for youth work in Budget 2023, so youth groups across the country can continue to deliver essential services during a cost-of-living crisis that is affecting their ability to reach young people.
Book upcoming training courses & events
Introduction to Circus Skills in Youth Work – 3rd Oct
This tailored training is designed in partnership with Dublin Circus Project to enhance your youth work ‘toolkit’ by adding a range of beginner circus skills.
CPAP: Training for Trainers Course 4th and 5th of October (In-person)
EVENT DESCRIPTION This is NYCI’s 2-day Train the Trainer Course in the NYCI Child Protection Awareness Programme (CPAP). NYCI authorises select organisations to avail of the […]
Anxiety in Young People & how the Youth Work Sector can support Youth Mental Health
Description On this World Mental Health Day, NYCI’s National Youth Health Programme are delighted to host a webinar on ‘Anxiety in Young People & how the Youth […]
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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Racial justice goes beyond anti-racism to proactively create environments for young people that ensure equal access and participation, celebrate diversity, and advocate for rights.
Register here for our upcoming training days: https://bit.ly/3SJGh6A
We attended an extremely informative meeting with the Office of the UN Special Representative for Children & Armed Conflict @childreninwar.
Protecting the rights of children must be a top priority in times of conflict.
Congratulations to @Leargas on today’s excellent #AllAboard event.
Great to see the excitement of so many young people & youth workers from @ywirl, @nycinews & many more, as they took off on the train to learn all about the many European opportunities available #EYY2022
Strong message from our members to @DeptRCD: make sure to include youth work organisations in the energy support package for voluntary organisations. They need support through the winter months to avoid any reduction in their essential services.👇👇👇
Register your interest to join us on #WorldMentalHealthDay for a webinar on anxiety in young people & how the youth work sector can support youth mental health.
More info here: https://bit.ly/3dOhSxX
💡🙁Youth work organisations shouldn't face impossible decisions about keeping the lights on or supporting young people.
📈 The limited funding increase for youth organisations in #Budget2022 is effectively a cut, with inflation set to be 5.25% for 2023. #YouthWorkChangesLives
It is vital for youth organisations to have a clear policy and a set of procedures in place for addressing complaints & allegations to find a way forward.
Join us for a half-day in-person workshop to improve your awareness & knowledge of good practice: https://bit.ly/3SIsywN
Ireland’s UN Youth Delegates delivered the national statement at the #ThirdCommittee General Discussion on Social Development. 🇮🇪🇺🇳
They highlighted gender equality, food security, and the climate crisis.
To achieve the #SDGs - “we don’t have time to wait.” - @UNYouthIRL
🚨Best wishes to Ireland's UN Youth Delegates @UNYouthIRL who will address the @UN Third Committee tonight. Tune in via UN Web TV https://media.un.org/en/asset/k12/k12gkhr04v
#UNGA #IrelandattheUN #Youth2030 #SDGs #YouthWorkChangesLives #UNGA77 #ThirdCommittee #ABetterWorld 🌍🌎🌏✊🕊️
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Join the representative body for youth organisations in Ireland and take advantage of the benefits for your organisation
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NYCI supports Sustainable Development Goals
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