Advocacy & Research

August 2, 2024

NYCI Calls for Investment in Youth Work Services in Pre-Budget Submission

NYCI is calling on the government to increase investment in youth work services by €15 million in Budget 2025. It points to the role of youth work in providing safe spaces and building positive relationships between young people and their communities, amidst growing concerns over the vulnerability of young people to divisive narratives and the rising impact of far-right influencers.
June 7, 2024

Youth Council urges over 600,000 young people to use their vote today

The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming local and European elections is today (Monday 20th May) and the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is urging all eligible young voters in Ireland to register before today’s deadline passes. The NYCI is also highlighting the simplicity of online registration as an important factor in ensuring young voices are heard in the democratic process.
May 20, 2024

Youth Council Urges Over 700,000 Young People to Register to Vote Before 20th May Deadline

The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming local and European elections is today (Monday 20th May) and the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is urging all eligible young voters in Ireland to register before today’s deadline passes. The NYCI is also highlighting the simplicity of online registration as an important factor in ensuring young voices are heard in the democratic process.