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We are delighted to announce that Fatima Elzahra Ismail has been selected to be part of Ireland’s national and international climate change efforts. Fatima has worked […]

Hosted by the Centre for Youth Research and Development in Maynooth University’s Department of Applied Social Studies, in partnership with the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) and Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI), the event will bring together youth work practitioners, policymakers, academics, and advocates to reflect on the legacy of the policy, examine where we are now, and explore the future of youth work in Ireland.

The time of transition from school or college into the workforce can be a stressful one for the young people we work with. Some may have […]

We’re calling for the abolition of sub-minimum rates of pay, as recommended by the Low Pay Commission in June 2024.

The National Youth Health Programme (NYHP) at NYCI launched a new resource titled Stay Safe Online: Empowering Young Minds Against Cyberbullying on Friday, April 11th, coinciding with […]

Wednesday, April 9th, officially marked the conclusion of the Specialist Certificate in Youth Mental Health Promotion for the 2024/25 academic year, which was delivered by the […]

Emma Glancy, Health Promotion Specialist in Leitrim Community Training College awarded a Bronze Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by The National Youth Health Programme Manager Rachael Treanor on behalf of the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work on health promotion for young people

OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE OSCE CHAIRPERSONSHIP YOUTH FORUM The National Youth Council of Ireland together with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade invites applications […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) invites tenders from individuals/organisations with the expertise needed to design, develop and implement a robust project learning and evaluation […]

We’re gathering stories from young people to highlight the life-changing impact of youth workers!

We’re gathering stories from individual volunteers to highlight the life-changing impact of youth work volunteering.

the NUI Certificate in Child Protection and Welfare 2025/2026, in partnership with the Department of Applied Social Studies at Maynooth University, is now open for applications! Deadline for application: Thursday 15th […]

NYCI has long called for the establishment of a dedicated Oireachtas Committee on Youth to ensure that these issues are consistently addressed and that young people’s voices are represented in national policymaking. 

Youth places and spaces are key to ensuring access and availability to youth work, and this must be geographically and socioeconomically balanced.

Dear Poverty is an exciting resource launched by the Youth 2030 Young People’s Committee (YPC) during One World Week 2023. The virtual launch event showcased a […]

International Romani day is observed on the 8th of April to celebrate the richness of Roma* culture. Find out what you can do to mark it!

The National Youth Council of Ireland’s wishes to recruit a National Youth Arts Programme Officer to work as part of its Youth Arts team.

In March 2025, over 500 young people attended a series of events in Dublin entitled ‘Inspiring Future Youth Workers’ as part of the European Youth Work agenda. Events run by six youth organisations in Dublin aimed at reaching potential youth workers and encouraging them to consider youth work as a professional career path. 

NYCI has been actively meeting with new TDs and Senators to highlight key issues for the youth work sector and young people.

Ireland will be represented at the 4th European Youth Work Convention (EYWC) will take place in Valletta, Malta from May 27th to 30th.

The NUI Certificate in Youth Arts 2025/2026 is now open for applications. We're delighted to be partnering with the Department of Applied Social Studies at Maynooth […]

Sophie Quinn and Kelley Saunders, members of the Health Promotion Team at Blakestown and Mountview Neighbourhood Youth Project were awarded a Bronze Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by The National Youth Health Programme Health promotion officer Bríd Collins on behalf of NYCI, in recognition of their work on health promotion for young people.

Limerick Youth Service was awarded a Silver Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by NYCI in recognition of their work on health promotion for young people.

NYCI is looking for brief submissions to inform the design of a major new research project on the social and economic value of youth work in Ireland.

From the Ground Up: Tackling Inequality with the SDGS We are delighted to introduce to you our new, One World Week resource, From the Ground Up: […]

To mark anti-racism month we’ve launched this resource designed to support youth workers in making sense of the ever-growing volume of information young people encounter.

NYCI Policy and Advocacy Forum, a new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration, sharing updates, and strategising on policy developments within our sector.

We’ve launched an initiative to equip young people—especially those from marginalised backgrounds— and youth workers with knowledge and skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI), data, and emerging technologies. The initiative is in partnership with Insight, DCU, and the Ombudsman for Children’s Office.

Invitation to Tender: To provide specialist programme support to NYCI’s Equality and Intercultural Programme work on Racial Justice and training and resource development and delivery

Stop! Wait a Minute, the critical reflection and media literacy resource, has a focus on wellbeing. It was created to support as well as educate youth workers and young people when it comes to social media, not to discourage.

“Do you have access to drinking water in Ireland?” Every living thing on Earth, from microscopic bacteria to the great blue whale, needs water. Where there […]

“Nothing inspires me more than hearing about all your amazing youth arts adventures!” These are the words of our National Youth Arts Programme Manager Rhona Dunnett […]

Apply now to become Ireland’s next Climate Youth Delegate 2025-2026.  Young people from all across the island of Ireland are invited to apply for the chance […]

Invitation to Tender: To conduct a scoping review on the negative impact of mis- and disinformation on young people in Ireland Background to NYCI The National […]

Ahead of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, Ireland’s youth delegates to the United Nations want to hear young people’s views on issues relating to gender equality

Young people from every country are invited to apply for the chance to represent Ireland at the UN.
Deadline: Wednesday 19th of March 2025

Do you have a good idea for a youth arts project but need funding to work with an artist? Youth Arts Explorer Grant (€1,500) and Artist and Youth Work Full Residency Grant (€5,000) can support partnerships involving artists in residence in youth work settings or youth groups in residence in arts settings.

Youth workers have a critical role in supporting young people to navigate digital spaces safely and responsibly. That’s why, to mark Safer Internet Day, we’ve compiled some useful free resources to support you in this important work.

The Cavan Monaghan Youth Arts Bursary 2025 closed on March 6th. The bursary scheme supports young people from Cavan and Monaghan to participate in short youth […]

We’re counting down to our first Global Youth Work Learner’s Network session of 2025, and we can’t wait to see you there. This year’s theme, “Nothing […]

We’re excited to announce the launch of two new skill areas on Skills Summary: Creativity and Critical Thinking. These essential youth work skills help young people adapt, innovate, and make informed decisions—all crucial in today’s rapidly changing world.

Celebrate the inspiring world of youth arts practice in Ireland The SPARK Youth Arts Festival is back for another year, running from Monday 24th February to […]

The renewed focus on youth as part of a department with young people at its core sends a strong message that young people remain central to government policy and that youth work is valued for its transformative impact on individuals and communities.

We welcomed the publication of the Programme for Government, which includes a specific section on youth services but warned of need for ‘Youth’ in ministerial title.

Project payments of up to €2,500 available for each participating youth work organisation! We are looking for partners to work with us on delivering a range […]

Are you interested in joining the exciting National Youth Assembly as a Young Voices - EUYD Rep?   A unique opportunity for two young people who […]

Are you interested in joining the exciting new Young Voices Core Group?    A new cycle is beginning for the EU Youth Dialogue under the theme […]

Christmas break can be a time where we come together with extended family and community. It can feel overwhelming when people start conversations about people seeking […]

The SPARK Mini-Grants Scheme aims to support youth arts taster workshops for young people aged 10 to 25 in youth work and non-formal education settings – sparking young people’s interest in new art forms and ideas as well as supporting new working relationships with local artists! APPLY NOW!

NYCI annual conference highlights urgent need for investment in youth sector The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), representing organisations working with young people nationwide, has […]

SPARK Youth Arts Festival is a national event to explore, discuss and celebrate the inspiring world of youth arts practice in youth work Ireland. Take part and spark your interest in developing youth arts activities with young people and embedding youth arts practice in your work!

At Dublin Youth Theatre (DYT), we have been helping young people build important life skills through drama for almost 50 years. Through our work, they learn […]

With over 600,000 young people eligible to vote in the general election, NYCI is calling on you to seize this opportunity to shape the future of […]

Almost 60,000 first-time voters encouraged to head to the polls   The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is urging all young people aged 18-29 to […]

The SDG Youth Worker Fest brought youth workers together for creativity, connection, and inspiration. Everything about the day was focused around the Sustainable Development Goals, including: […]

To open One World Week 2024, young people from all across Ireland gathered for this year’s Youth Summit, Exploring Connections.

RedC Poll:  66% say there are “not enough facilities for young people in my area.”  The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), which represents organisations working […]

NYCI is urging all eligible young voters in Ireland to register before the deadline passes. The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election is tomorrow (Tuesday 12th November).  The NYCI is also highlighting the simplicity of online registration as an important factor in ensuring young voices are heard in the democratic process. 

A General Election has been called for Friday 29 November. Make a difference for young people in this election – encourage young people to register to vote.

At Crosscare - Ronanstown and Clondalkin, we provide a community-based service for young people, including advice, support, and opportunities. We work with youth groups to support […]

NYCI is delighted to welcome the Council of Europe’s first-ever recommendation to advance youth participation in climate action, a pivotal step in acknowledging young people’s voices […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) are delighted to announce the call for applications for the NYCI Representative to the Council of Europe Advisory Council on Youth Election in 2025

Widespread public belief that politicians are out of touch with the challenges young people face today – new research conducted by RedC for NYCI.

Congratulation to Sligo Community Training Centre was awarded a Gold Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their […]

NYCI contributed to important discussions on the Commission for Future Generations Bill 2023

NYCI hosted a meeting of Youth Sector Alumni as part of our work on the European Youth Work Agenda (EYWA) Bonn Process.

As part of our efforts to ensure that young people's voices are heard ahead of the upcoming* general election, the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) […]

Ireland’s United Nations Youth Delegates 2024-2025, Lauren Jones Brennan and Natasha Maimba, delivered Ireland’s National Statement during the Third Committee of the UN General Assembly yesterday.

 ‘Bonanza budget for many fails to deliver for young people and youth work’. Youth work funding falls short, no end to sub-minimum pay, and insufficient long-term solutions for transport and education.

Written by Alicia Joy O’ Sullivan United Nations Youth Delegate for Ireland 2023-2024   In May 2024, we had the immense honour of being invited by […]

Mohammad Naeem and Alicia Joy O'Sullivan are Ireland's 2023-2024 United Nations Youth Delegates. This public diplomacy initiative is run annually by the National Youth Council of […]

At Cloyne Diocesan Youth Services (Youth Work Ireland, Cork) our global youth work journey began in October 2019 when we received climate action training and took […]

Invitation to Attend The Dutch Embassy, in partnership with the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), is hosting a special event on Youth Engagement and Dialogues […]

Almost 5,000 people across Ireland have signed a postcard campaign calling on the government to significantly increase investment in youth work in the upcoming Budget 2025.

At the launch of “Opportunities for Youth: National Strategy for Youth Work and Related Services 2024-2028.” NYCI highlighted the crucial role of youth work in Ireland, stressing the need for recognition, adequate funding, and effective implementation of the strategy to ensure youth work can support young people to reach their full potential.

A huge thank you to all the TDs, Senators, youth workers, and young people who joined us at today’s Invest In Youth Work event at Buswells […]

As they begin their 2024-2025 mandates as United Nations Youth Delegates for Ireland, Lauren Jones Brennan and Natasha Maimba took some time to reflect on the opportunity, look at Ireland’s standing on the international stage, and identify their objectives for the year ahead.

Lauren Jones Brennan of Co. Dublin, and Natasha Maimba of Co. Westmeath, have been selected to join Ireland’s official delegation to the United Nations for the UN General Assembly in New York this September.

Welcome to our One World Week new training offer! We are very keen to share this new training content which is based on our work with […]

Airfield Estate is Dublin’s only working farm and gardens. It aims to be a sustainable food hub in a world-leading sustainable food city. To reach this […]

The advocacy voice for young asylum seekers isn’t as strong as it should be, and for this reason we are pushing for more resources and focus on youth in IPAS accommodation but we need more data. Can you please take our survey?

Could you take one more step for young people today, and build on this impact?

We are very excited to announce the fifth year of the ‘Young People’s Committee’. Since 2020, The National Youth Council of Ireland’s Youth 2030: Global Youth […]

Sign the open letter calling on Government to support young people in Budget 2024 – by investing €15 million in young people and youth work.

ARD Youth Project is situated in a culturally diverse community. According to the 2016 census, 48% of our community are from non-Irish backgrounds. Gaining an awareness […]

On International Youth Day, the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) has launched the ‘Youth Work Changes Lives’ campaign to underscore the vital role of youth work in promoting social cohesion and supporting young people amidst rising challenges.

Maintaining our focus on realising the Vision for Youth Work, Conference 2024 will unpack two important Aspects of the Vision, ‘People: capacity, support and diversity’ & ‘Recognition and resources’. Date: Thursday […]

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.

The National Youth Council of Ireland with partners the Dept of Applied Social Studies, Maynooth University and Kildare County Council Arts Service, invites ‘Expressions of Interest’ […]

On 30th January 2024, 25 representatives of youth and community organisations, child and youth-focused statutory agencies, and police services from north and south, gathered in Dublin […]

NYHP were delighted to be joined by As I Am’s training manager Zarah Doyle to facilitate an online webinar ‘Understanding Autism’. The webinar explored the core […]

This publication is a culmination of the amazing work completed by Ireland’s UN Youth Delegates and the Youth 2030 Young People’s Committee, with the support of NYCI’s Global Youth Work team, since the beginning of 2024.

We are delighted to announce that Rachel Coffey from NYCI and UN Youth Delegate Mohammad Naeem have been selected to join the newly created independent Advisory Committee on Racism and Racial Equality.

We are excited to share the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Annual Report for 2023. This report highlights our impactful work and diverse projects undertaken […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) launched a new Online Youth Mental Health Signposting Tool today (27.06.24). The official launch event, held at the Carmelite […]

Skills Summary is an excellent tool for supporting youth who are not in employment education or training (NEET).

An overview of the Framework for STEAM Education in Youthreach developed by NYCI and CASTeL, DCU, illustrating how STEAM can work effectively in a Youthreach setting […]

Priory Youthreach Tallaght was awarded a Gold Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work on health […]

Enhance your summer camp programme with exciting STEAM activities! Are you looking to inspire and engage young minds this summer? The NYCI STEAM programme offers youth […]

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.

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.

Happy Traveller Pride week from all of us at NYCI! These yearly celebrations serve as a space to reclaim aspects of Traveller culture such as language, crafts such tin smithing, music, and storytelling.

Sexual health is a major component of a young person’s health and wellbeing as, behaviours, attitudes, norms, relationships, and practices are developed during adolescence. It is […]

Skills Summary is an excellent tool for supporting youth who are not in employment education or training (NEET).

Our Global Youth Work team in association with Irish Aid is delighted to invite applications for our Seed Fund Grants worth up to €400. The OWW […]

In celebration of World Health Day on 7th April, we were delighted to relaunch our new and improved Building Blocks for Wellbeing series; a 6-part video […]

We are delighted to announce that Beth Doherty has been selected to be part of Ireland’s national and international climate change efforts for a term of […]

This new research by Ipsos B&A for NYCI examines the significant challenges faced by young Irish people today, with housing and the cost of living cited as particularly concerning issues by young people.

A new NYCI report conducted by IPSOS B&A, reveals that the most pressing concerns for young people in Ireland are housing and the cost of living, with 67% and 62%, respectively, citing these issues.

In December, Ireland’s Climate Youth Delegate 2023-2024, Jennifer Salmon, travelled to Dubai to attend COP28, the 28th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Below, Jennifer has reflected on her experience and on the outcomes of COP

Insights on the financial, social, and other substantial challenges young people face, alongside their views on opportunities in Ireland. T

On 8th of April we are celebrating International Roma day, a day dedicated to Europe’s largest ethnic minority. International Romani day is dedicated to celebrating the richness of Roma culture – a culture that was marginalised for centuries.

The latest figures for February show that the number of people aged 18-24 accessing emergency accommodation in Ireland has more than doubled since this Government took office in June 2020, and compared to February last year there has been a 14% increase.

We're excited to announce our upcoming taster series "Intro to STEAM” Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, join us as we look at how […]

Finglas Youth Resource Centre was awarded a Gold Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work […]

Cork Foyer was awarded a Silver Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work on health […]

Written by Jess Donohue Co. Galway   A large crowd gathered at North Circular Road, Dublin, for the 2024 youth democracy festival. From Spain to the […]

Each year during the month of March we celebrate Anti-Racism month, a month in which organisations and people in Ireland and around the world committed to social justice take a stance against racism and stand in solidarity with communities affected by it.

NYCI is seeking tenders suitably qualified individuals or organisations to undertake a mid-term evaluation of NYCI’s Youth 2030 Global Youth Work Programmme.    Could this be […]

More than 9 in 10 adults believe youth work plays a role in helping young people integrate into communities. Research carried out by RED C on behalf of the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), shows a near universal belief among the public that youth work organisations provide important non-formal education for young people in communities.

Applications are now closed   Are You One of the next NYCI reps to the European Youth Forum? NYCI is delighted to call for a new […]

NYCI Equality and Intercultural Programme, together with Dannielle McKenna, Project Manager at Rialto Youth Project, are delighted to bring you this newly edited copy of Beyond Hate, an activity pack for youth workers supporting them in their journey with young people towards inclusion and transformation.

NYCI, in collaboration with the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, is excited to offer an incredible chance for one passionate young individual, aged 18-25 and living in Ireland, to become a key player in Ireland’s National Climate Delegation from April 2024 to late 2025.

The 2024 Artist and Youth Work Residency Grant Scheme is now open for applications! Whether you’re looking to kickstart a youth arts project or take your […]

Applications for this year's initiative are now closed   We are expanding our “Local Champions” initiative, and are recruiting new young people who have benefited from youth […]

NYCI highlights importance of youth vote ahead of critical year of electoral events The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is urging all eligible young voters […]

Priory Youthreach Tallaght was awarded a Silver Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work on […]

Limerick Youth Service (LYS) was awarded a Bronze Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM)  event by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their […]

Join us for an immersive STEAM Spring School experience exploring the science behind light and sound! This hands-on program combines online sessions with a 2-day residential […]

We are delighted to announce that Eimear Manning from our Youth2030 team has been appointed to An Fóram Uisce / The Water Forum by Darragh O’Brien, […]

NYCI is delighted to support Safer Internet Day this Tuesday 6th February! We all have a role to play in helping to empower and support children […]

Are you interested in contributing to a research project on youth work and creativity? Share your valuable insights to shape the future of youth work policies and practices in Ireland.

By Aisling Maloney, Irish Delegate Twenty-four youth delegates from twelve National Youth Councils throughout Europe came together in Dublin recently for an international youth event where […]

We are recruiting a Youth Worker Panel to speak to the media on issues related to youth work and young people

On Tuesday 5th December around 40 young people and community members gathered in Bracken Court Hotel for the launch of new research on the experiences of Black young people in Balbriggan.

We are delighted to announce that the SPARK Youth Arts Festival 2024 will take place from February 19th – 24th! SPARK Youth Arts Festival is a […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Youth Arts Programme is delighted to invite applications for our SPARK Mini-Grant worth €300

NYCI is seeking tenders for the EU Youth Dialogue lead facilitator and trainer to work with NYCI for engagement of young people in the EU Youth Dialogue process.

The Vision for Youth Work, developed together by stakeholders across the youth sector, sets out a vision for the future direction of youth work in Ireland over the next 10 years, where ‘All young people living in Ireland have access to high-quality, well-resourced youth work services, which meet their expressed needs, delivered by paid professionals and well-supported volunteers.’

Article by Fatima Elzahra Ismail   To mark the European Year of Skills, A powerful event spotlighting the impact of youth work was organised by the […]

Join us in May 2024 to explore climate justice through youth arts practice!   The Summer School will support you to use youth arts as a […]

We are delighted to share the exciting developments from the launch of NYCI’s new strategic plan for 2023-2027, which took place on the 16th of November. […]

NYCI warmly welcomed ‘‘The Future of Youth Work’ report, recently published by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth in July 2023. Key […]

NYCI welcomed the widespread support garnered by the “Vote at 16” Bill, as it was discussed in the Seanad. The proposed Bill, introduced by Senator Malcolm Byrne, aimed to extend the vote to 16- and 17-year-olds for Local and European elections, a move that has gained momentum in recent years.

Numbers for our in-person One World Week events this year are limited, so make sure to register as soon as you can! We have events for […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) today welcomed the publication of an ESRI-Low Pay Commission report on Sub-Minimum wages in Ireland, saying the report provides further impetus for the abolition of sub-minimum rates of the minimum wage for young workers.

NYCI has renewed calls for the National Youth Homelessness Strategy to be properly funded and implemented.

While we welcomed some of the measures to support young people with the cost-of-living crisis announced in Budget 2024, more supports are needed, especially for young workers, those out of work and youth work organisations.

Missed opportunity to support essential youth services and young people most in need The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) has welcomed some of the measures […]

Are you aged 18 to 25 and passionate about youth arts and creativity? Join our Youth Arts Speaks group and have your voice heard! Youth Arts […]

Our Youth Work Changes Lives open letter campaign recently came to a close and in total an amazing 5,565 of you added your names to our […]

Oileán Carter Stritch served as Ireland’s Climate Youth Delegate (2022-2023). Below she reflects on her term and explains her “why” in the work she does. Each […]

One World Week is back, and following on from last year’s theme, we’ll be tackling one of the biggest challenges of them all: Globalisation.

Jenny Salmon, Ireland’s Climate Youth Delegate for 2023-2024, will shortly be accompanying the Ireland’s official delegation to Dubai for the annual United Nations Framework Convention on […]

It is National Children First Awareness Week from 25th September – 1st October 2023. Children First promotes the protection of children and young people from abuse […]

NYCI is seeking tenders from qualified individuals, organisations or institutions to undertake a consultation process, as part of a team and produce reports on the outcomes […]

Scheme based on experiences of other EU member states would benefit arts sector and help young people reengage with cultural activities post covid

We're nearly at 5,000 signatures with our open letter calling on government to support young people and invest in youth work in Budget24! We need to […]

This is the ninth year that the Department of Foreign Affairs has sponsored the UN Youth Delegate Programme, in partnership with NYCI.

Today marks the last day of David Giles and Jessica Gill's term as our 2022-2023 UN Youth Delegates. Part of their work as delegates included travelling […]

80 young people from across all communities to set out their vision and values for a shared future on the island of Ireland. As part of […]

Over 3,000 people have now signed our open letter calling on government to support young people and invest in youth work in Budget24! We need to […]

Over 3,000 people have now signed our open letter calling on government to support young people and invest in youth work in Budget24! We need to […]

NYCI is seeking tenders from qualified people to support our International programme, including the EU Youth Dialogue and the Shared Island Youth Forum.

Six places will be offered to organisations delivering STEAM-related public engagement programmes depending on diversity

Our open letter campaign to ensure youth work is resourced in Budget 2024 is really building pace. We need to get as many names as possible […]

We are very excited to announce the fourth year of the ‘Young People’s Committee’. Since 2020, The National Youth Council of Ireland’s Youth 2030: Global Youth […]

Calling all youth workers and volunteer youth leaders! Are you a Youth Worker(DCEDIY funded) or Volunteer Youth Leader – please join us at the Consultations on […]

Our open letter campaign to ensure youth work is resourced in Budget 2024 is really building pace. We need to get as many names as possible […]

Could you please read and share this story about how Nike, who was trafficked to Ireland, had her life changed by youth work?

In June, Ireland’s two Climate Youth Delegates, Oileán Carter Stritch (2022-2023) and Jennifer Salmon (2023-2024), travelled to Bonn, Germany to attend the Subsidiary Body for Scientific […]

In June, Ireland’s two Climate Youth Delegates, Oileán Carter Stritch (2022-2023) and Jennifer Salmon (2023-2024), travelled to Bonn, Germany to attend the Subsidiary Body for Scientific […]

Sign the open letter calling on Government to support young people in Budget 2024 – by investing €9.4 million in young people and youth work.

NYCI is seeking tenders suitably qualified individuals or organisations to support our Global Youth Work Programme to develop and pilot Good Practice Guidelines in Global Youth […]

The NYCI Equality and Intercultural Programme, together with Dannielle McKenna, Project Manager at Rialto Youth Project, are delighted to bring you this newly edited copy of Transforming Hate in Youth Settings manual.

On 18 May 2023 North-South Youth Work Sector Practice Development Hub hosted a one-day conference to demonstrate and increase understanding of the value and contribution of […]

We’re looking to hire an amazing Administrator.  Could this be you?   Deadline for applications is 2pm, Friday 8th September 2023.   The National Youth Council of […]

NYCI is seeking tenders from qualified people to independently evaluate the Maynooth University NUI Certificate in Global Youth Work and Development Education, which is a Level […]

Letterkenny Youthreach was awarded a Bronze Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) in recognition of their work on health promotion […]

NYCI has launched its Local Champions initiative, bringing together inspirational young people in a campaign aimed at ensuring increased investment in young people and youth work locally and nationally.

Today, we are delighted to be launching a new interactive online learning module on Global Youth Work, in collaboration with Maynooth University.

To support the collective effort to realise the Vision for Youth Work, we are excited to announce our National Conference on the vision.  Date: Friday 8th […]

We’re very proud of what we achieved for the youth sector in 2022. With our members, we’ve worked hard to make sure youth work is recognised […]

Three in four youth work organisations have seen increase in deprivation among young people in communities they work in   The National Youth Council of Ireland […]

Happy Traveller Pride week from all of us at NYCI! In this blog post, Rachel Coffey, proud Traveller* and newest member of NYCI’s Equality and Intercultural team, shares how youth workers can best support the Traveller community

We have some exciting news! NYCI will be marching in the Dublin Pride parade this year, on Saturday, June 24.   This will be the first […]

The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth is developing a new Action Plan for Youth Services to support strategic youth service development and to […]

Today, we are delighted to be launching a new interactive online learning module on Global Youth Work, in collaboration with Maynooth University.

DESCRIPTION Are you interested in joining the exciting new Young Voices Core Group?    We are looking for young people who will bring Young Voices – […]

The Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, working in collaboration with the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), have established the annual Climate Youth Delegate Programme . […]

Our new NUI Certificate in Youth Arts is now open for applications. We're delighted to be partnering with Maynooth University to deliver this exciting new Level 7 NUI […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) has been appointed as one of the 26 organisations chosen by the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, […]

The search for Ireland's next UN Youth Delegates Young people from every county invited to apply for chance to represent Ireland at UN Applications close May […]

NYCI addressed the Oireachtas Committee on Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth on Tuesday 18th April to highlight issues around Youth Work, alongside other stakeholders in the sector. 

It was all sunshine and smiles on the beautiful south campus of Maynooth NUI for the 2022 NUI Certificate in Global Youth Work and Development Education graduation ceremony, on the 25th of March 2023.

Youth work stakeholders from all over Europe are coming together today in Dublin at the “Digital Youth Work - State of Play - Moving Forward” Conference […]

March is Anti-Racism Month, and with the increase of far-right agitation and greater levels of racism circulating on social media young people are more exposed than ever to racist narratives.

Invitation to Tender for UX Designer to Facilitate Registrations and Enhance User Experience SkillsSummary.ie is a website that provides resources and support for young people, youth […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland, together with the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications are delighted to announce a call for applications for one young […]

NYCI is currently developing a new Strategic Plan, and we would like your input to help shape the future of how NYCI supports our members, the wider youth sector, and young people.

Youth Council welcomes establishment of Electoral Commission, reiterates call for extension of franchise to 16 and 17 year-olds The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) – […]

NYCI is delighted to support Safer Internet Day! We all have a role to play in helping to empower and support children and young people to […]

NYCI addressed the Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport and Media on Wednesday 1st February 2023 to discuss ‘the future business model plans and long-term […]

One way in which the National Youth Health Programme (NYHP) supports the sexual health needs of young people in Ireland is through the provision of a […]

SPARK Youth Arts Festival is a national event to explore, discuss and celebrate the inspiring world of youth arts practice in Ireland. Take part and spark […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Youth Arts Programme is delighted to invite applications for our SPARK Mini-Grant worth €300

Today, our Child Protection Programme is launching our new resource: Guidance for the Youth Work Sector on Managing Complaints & Allegations Against Staff & Volunteers. The […]

SPARK Youth Arts Festival is a national event to explore, discuss and celebrate the inspiring world of youth arts practice in Ireland. Take part and spark your interest in developing youth arts activities with young people and embedding youth arts practice in your work!

Last Wednesday, young people, youth workers, educators, and youth organisations from across the country came together for the National Climate Justice Conference. Through workshops, plenaries, and […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland, on behalf of its project partners the Dept of Applied Social Studies, Maynooth University and Kildare County Council Arts Service, […]

Are you under 30? Are you, or have you been, involved in youth work? Are you interested in learning more about sharing how great youth work […]

Update: Our in person events for this year's One World Week are now fully booked! But the good news is you can still join us online […]

NYCI and the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) are delighted to launch the freshly revised toolkit `Using Games in Youth Work for Development Education`. Explore […]

NYCI calls for Government to extend franchise to 16 and 17 year olds by 2024

There is a long stretch of road near where I live in Clondalkin which is lined with acres and acres of fairly untouched land…

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) invites expressions of interest regarding Strategy Planning Exercise.

Following our AGM on Friday 7th October, NYCI has a new Board, with new officers and members.

One World Week is back, and this time we are tackling one of the biggest challenges of them all: Globalisation.

Get inspired by what other youth groups are doing    Over the past two years, NYCI has been supporting groups to explore how STEAM can be […]

This resource is designed to take the fear factor out of looking at the complex issue of Globalisation with your group. No matter if you are short on time, or don’t feel you have enough knowledge – there is something in here for you!

NYCI’s Racial Justice training is an invitation to participants to explore, deepen and unpack their understanding of racism. Through critical analysis and personal reflection, it supports participants to realise ways that they can make a difference.

“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.”

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 […]

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.

Residential bringing Young Voices together for young people from 16-30yrs. This event is a two-night residential taking place in Kippure Estate, Wicklow from the 28th- 30th of October 2022. Collection at 1pm Dublin, departure Sunday after lunch.

Today we launch our call on Government to fund youth work in Budget 23. Add your voice and call on our Government to support young people […]

Ireland represented at the UN Ireland’s UN Youth Delegates announced by Minister for Foreign Affairs   “Climate action and gender equality are our key priorities as […]

NYCI’s National Youth Health Programme are delighted to launch their new support pack Sense and Sexuality 2.0.   This aim of the support pack is to […]

National Youth Council of Ireland calls for action from Government so young people aren’t overlooked in Budget   More than 7 in 10 young people aged […]

We are delighted to announce a call for applications for one young person from Ireland aged between 18-25 years to be part of Ireland’s delegation to COP27 taking place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt from November 6th – 18th 2022.

In partnership with Webwise, we have adapted their resource Connected: An Introduction to Digital Media Literacy, for use by youth workers and those working with young […]

We are delighted to announce that Eimear Manning from our Youth2030 team has been appointed as Ireland’s representative to the UNECE Steering Committee on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)’s Youth Network.

This tutorial has reached capacity and is no longer accepting applications. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.   `Having a Blast with STEAM` – available for `female […]

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 […]

We have an exciting new resource available to young people on Skills Summary’s Career ABC: References and Endorsements

We’re gathering stories from individual volunteers to highlight the life-changing impact of youth work volunteering.

In celebration of World Youth Skills Day, our Skills Summary resource may be of interest to you.

Have you seen the new video on Skills Summary detailing how to navigate and make the most of our website? Your young people are ready for […]

Youth Council welcomes Bill to extend voting rights to people aged 16 and over Over 130,000 young people aged 16 and 17 in Ireland could vote […]

We’ve got an exciting development our team has been working on to share with you: the new NYCI e-learning Hub >> When we first dipped our […]

We are very excited to announce the third year of the ‘Young People’s Committee’. Since 2020, The National Youth Council of Ireland’s Youth 2030: Global Youth […]

The NYCI Equality and Intercultural Programme is delighted to share the next addition to our Access All Areas Diversity Toolkit with you: Working with Autistic young people. […]

Join us in celebrating Men’s Health Week (MHW) from Monday 13th until Sunday 19th June 2022 The theme for 2022 is: ‘Mission isPossible’ and everyone is […]

NYCI is currently seeking tenders from qualified individuals to support our Climate Justice work on the NYCI Global Youth Work Programme for completion by end of […]

The cherry blossoms were ablaze through the beautiful north campus of Maynooth NUI for the inaugural NUI Certificate in Global Youth Work and Development Education graduation […]

Application Process & Rules  The National Youth Council of Ireland, together with the Department of Foreign Affairs, are delighted to announce the call for applications for […]

Are you a youth worker looking to explore the happenings of the world in your youth space? Are you interested in exploring issues such as justice, […]

It’s official: #OneWorldWeek22 takes place from November 19th – 26th this year! Watch this space for news of the amazing week of youth-led awareness raising, education […]

NYCI is changing its look! As part of our rebrand, we invited young illustrators to create illustrations which celebrate the diversity of our member organisations and […]

We will be funding 15 youth arts projects around the country through our Artist and Youth Work Residency Grant Scheme. The scheme is designed to promote innovative partnerships between youth groups, artists and (where relevant) arts organisations.

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) is seeking a person (18+) to work on content creation for marketing and promotion of Skills Summary and user support, […]

This tutorial has reached capacity and is no longer accepting applications. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. `Building Things & Exploring Light`  Get ready for Summer 2022! […]

Webwise and the National Parents Council is calling on everyone to #TalkListenLearn.

The Youth2030 Global Youth Work programme are launching a brand new Global Youth Work podcast series!

We’ve been running a national campaign to recruit local volunteers in towns and villages across Ireland.   As the world around us is changing—it takes all of us, […]

Are you a young person aged 16 to 25 who enjoys drawing, illustrating, or digital art? If so, this is an opportunity for you! As part […]

By Amy McAuley   I and nine other young people represented NYCI at the “Young People Shape the Future of Europe” virtual event. The key message […]

Learn about Skills Summary in your own time through this free short and meaningful online course. Skills Summary is the tool that helps young people recognise and capture the skills developed through non-formal education and youth work and helps you measure the impact of your projects.

The European Union has designated 2022 the European Year of Youth. This year will bring many exciting opportunities for young people and those who work with them across a variety of sectors.

NYCI’s Youth Arts Summer School for 2022 will focus on digital music, song writing & recording.

Today, NYCI’s National Youth Health Programme (NYHP) launched their Wellbeing Hub, a collection of easy accessible supports for youth workers and those working with young people. […]

How to Discuss War with Young People. Youth work has an important role to play in unpacking issues of peace and conflict.

NYCI’s National Youth Health Programme (NYHP) is delighted to launch their Wellbeing Hub, a collection of easy accessible supports for youth workers and those working with […]

European Youth Forum Statement on Supporting People in Ukraine   We’ve all been horrified by the events unfolding in Ukraine over the last days and weeks, […]

We’re excited to announce that the iPads have finally reached their new owners!

Today we launched a brand new Climate Justice Charter! The Climate Justice Charter is a tool that supports youth organisations to contribute to the systemic change […]

We need to urgently transition to a greener, low carbon society if we are to beat climate change. But, existing social justice issues make this transition […]

The Future Generations Project is delighted to launch Ireland’s first Climate Justice Charter! Join us on the 23rd of February for the official event.  During the […]

Enforcing human rights in the digital space💻 is essential in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and ensuring a sustainable long-term approach to a secure digital world […]

Webwise and the National Parents Council is calling on everyone to #TalkListenLearn.

Please see below a link to the letter from the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O'Gorman,  formally withdrawing the Guidance for Youth […]

NYCI is delighted to support Safer Internet Day 2022

Are you passionate about Global Youth Work and working on global issues?

This updated resource Working Safely in a Youth Club is designed to offer guidance to youth leaders on ways in which they can provide a safe environment for their young people.

Over the last four years the EU funded ‘YouthPact’ project – of which NYCI was a partner – has been busy supporting and working with eleven […]

We are delighted to announce the SPARK Youth Arts Festival! Join us online and in-person from February 14th – 18th 2022 for a celebration of youth arts!

NYCI is delighted that the regularisation scheme for undocumented people living in Ireland has opened

NYCI now invites tenders from qualified individuals and organisations to conduct the action research within Ireland and to guide researchers conducting comparable projects in Finland and Iceland.

Project payments of €2.5k available to each participating youth work organisation!

To meet demand following the success of One World Week last November, we will be providing additional One World Week training workshops until the end of March 2022. These are aimed at young people and youth workers, and will facilitate discussions around the theme of “Global Identity: Collective Actions.”

NYCI is delighted with last week’s announcement of a regularisation scheme for undocumented people living in Ireland. The scheme, although limited to the next six months, brings rights and justice to about 17,000 residents, including 3,000 children and young people, who all call Ireland home. For many, it is their only home.

In partnership with the NYCI Child Protection Programme, CyberSafeKids is offering this free course comprising 4 x one-hour workshops exclusively to those in the youth work sector.

The deadline for registering to vote Thursday 25th November 2021. This is of particular importance to young people who have turned 18 or will be 18 […]

NYCI have created an interactive online map that highlights current Development Education and SDG focused youth work across Ireland.

‘Full STEAM Ahead! A Partnership Approach to STEAM in Youthreach’ is a two-year project (2021- 2023) that is supporting three Youthreach Centres to design and deliver cutting-edge STEAM education and public engagement initiatives. Learning will be used to develop a range of educational management, teaching and extra-curricular resources that will be shared with the wider Youthreach sector.

Do you want to know more about your responsibilities in child safeguarding and child protection under Children First as a youth service manager, senior youth worker, or volunteer?

We’re gathering stories from individual volunteers to highlight the life-changing impact of youth work volunteering.

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!

Have you ever thought about a Global Youth Work approach and how relevant that is to your youth work practice in today’s globalised world? Have you thought about gaining a recognised qualification in this area?

Today, the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) have announced changes to the Covid-19 Guidance for Youth Organisations. One key change that was […]

This is the seventh year that the Department of Foreign Affairs has sponsored the UN Youth Delegate Programme, in partnership with NYCI.

On September 25th 2021, the NYCI-led Future Generations Climate Justice Project together with Friends of the Earth Ireland held an event with the aim of explaining how the UN climate talks work, who is involved, and how young peoples’ voices fit within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and COP26.

Budget ‘recognises impact of Covid-19 on young people and role of youth work’ The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) – which represents groups working with […]

3,085 of you used your voices to call on the Government to properly fund youth work in Budget 2022

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!

As part of ‘Creating Our Future’ NYCI is giving away STEAM equipment worth €2,000

Sixty-nine per cent of youth work sector organisations saw a decrease in the number of young people engaging with their services, with 80,000 less young people […]

Add your voice and call on our Government to support young people in Budget 2022 – by investing €10 million in young people and youth work.

From September through to December, we will be providing One World Week training workshops. These will be aimed at young people and youth workers, and will facilitate discussions around the theme of “Global Identity: Collective Actions.”

Further to last week's Covid-19 Guidance update (included again below for reference), there were a number of outstanding issues that we agreed to follow up on. […]

In partnership with the NYCI Child Protection Programme, CyberSafeKids is offering this free course comprising 4 x one-hour workshops exclusively to those in the youth work sector.

Have you seen the new Skills Summary resource, Skills Summary in Practice: How Youth Organisations in Ireland are Using the Tool?

An exciting development opportunity has come up for youth workers to join a network of Champions on Racial Justice and Diversity in youth work.

The Child Protection Programme has developed a new free eLearning to support the youth work sector to help keep young people safe online.

We are delighted to announce new STEAM training that we will deliver in-person at your Centre and tailor to meet the specific CPD needs of your staff and the interests of your learners

National Youth Council of Ireland and Léargas in collaboration with Maynooth University have developed a new interactive online learning module on international youth work.


NYCI in partnership with our member organisations is running a campaign in advance of Budget 2022 to ensure that the Government is aware of the need to increase investment in youth work at this challenging time for young people. 

The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) are delighted to announce the call for applications for the NYCI Representative to the European Youth Forum (YFJ) 2021-2022.

Application Process & Rules The National Youth Council of Ireland, together with the Department of Foreign Affairs, are delighted to announce the call for applications for […]

Youth Council welcomes new National Action Plan Against Racism for Ireland Calls for plan to be fully resourced and keep young people to the fore “I’m […]

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 – […]

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.

We’re very proud of what we achieved for the youth sector in the exceptional year that was 2020. With our members, we’ve worked hard to make sure youth work is recognised and valued; to build knowledge, skills and capacity throughout the sector; to influence public policy and to highlight youth work and youth issues on a national level.

Do you want to know more about Coco’s Law, who it affects, and why it’s important?

Our NUI Certificate in Youth Arts with a Specialism in STEAM is now open for applications. We’re delighted to be partnering with Maynooth University to deliver this exciting new Level 7 NUI Certificate.

Are you looking for a safe, facilitated space to critically reflect on your work and to see what the learnings are? Are you interested in using reflective practice methods to support well-being at work and to support the exchange of good practice?

The National Youth Council of Ireland have partnered with Léargas and Maynooth University to develop a new interactive online module on international youth work, being launched today (25/6/21) at the What's the Story? […]

We’ve done the talking, we’ve done the thinking, it’s time to identify the ideas that will lead to action and to nominate the next EU Youth Delegates!

NYCI, in partnership with Léargas and Maynooth University are launching an interactive online module on International Youth Work at What’s the Story? Narrative in youth work and youth studies 4th Maynooth International Youth Studies Conference 24th and 25th June.

Come Join us in celebrating Men’s Health Week (MHW) from Monday 14th until Sunday 20th June 2021

We are delighted to offer equipment grants worth up to €150 towards STEAM workshops and programmes that will be delivered in Youthreach and Community Training Centres (STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths).

Come Join us in celebrating Men’s Health Week (MHW) from Monday 14th until Sunday 20th June 2021

The most up to date version of the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) Covid-19 Guidance for Youth Organisations has been issued. Residentials […]

Following on from our independent report on the youth work sector's response to the Covid-19 pandemic published in September 2020, we are asking for your input […]

Over the last nine years NYCI has led or partnered in many national and European research and development projects and provided training and equipment to hundreds of youth workers who have, in turn, gone on to deliver STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, maths) programmes with thousands of young people across Ireland.

As part of our European Youth Week celebrations, NYCI and Léargas will host an event to explore this year’s theme “Our Future in Our Hands”:

The most up to date version of the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) Covid-19 Guidance for Youth Organisations has been issued. In […]

We are now accepting expressions of interest in the NUI Certificate in Youth Arts with a Specialism in STEAM! This Level 7 NUI Certificate is delivered […]

NYCI are working with the Union of Students in Ireland to conduct research the views of young people aged 17 – 25 years living in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland on their experiences of obtaining motor insurance.

We are looking for young people who might identify as second generation Irish (a child of one or more parents or care givers who were born overseas or are 1st generation immigrants) to participate in an online focus group with us and 3-4 other young people.

Voting at 16: Youth Council welcomes Bill to extend voting rights to people aged 16 and over over 128,000 young people aged 16 and 17 in […]

NYCI is working with SWAN Youth Service, Ballymun Regional Youth Resource and SWICN Clubhouseto celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg 2021 through three STEAM in Youth Work Workshops: […]

Update re: our ongoing engagement with the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DECDIY) regarding the Covid-19 Guidance for Youth Organisations on behalf of the […]

How can we think imaginatively about and broaden the definition of evaluation? How can we move beyond the idea of ‘impact’ and shift to a legacy focus? On March 25, 2021 we held […]

We are currently seeking youth worker’s, volunteers and young leaders to join us in creating a dynamic space for young people to shape their world and be heard at European level.  

Announcing the ‘Meditation Sessions’ a free month-long meditation journey focused on you and your wellbeing. To mark the arrival of spring and the end of what […]

NYCI, in partnership with Leargas and NUI Maynooth, are launching the new International Youth Work youthworkandyou.org module on International Youth Work in a European programmes context, at the What’s the Story?: Narrative in Youth Work and Youth Studies conference. This is the 4th Maynooth International Youth Studies Conference and takes place online on 24-25 June 2021.

We are very excited to announce the second round of the Youth 2030 Young People’s Committee. Since 2020, The National Youth Council of Ireland, Youth 2030 […]

The National Youth Council of Ireland has been consulting young people in Ireland through the EU Youth Dialogue process on the topic of “Space and Participation […]

The NYCI Youth Arts Summer School will take place online this year over three weeks in May. This training will help you gain practical and creative skills in outdoor and visual arts.

We are calling on young people to share your vision as part of 'Shaping Our Electricity Future' a major online youth assembly we're working on with […]

Equipment giveaway for a STEAM summer programme at your Youthreach Centre! To celebrate ‘Full STEAM Ahead’, NYCI and partners are delighted to offer equipment worth up to €150 towards STEAM summer sessions in Youthreach centres. Whether you are brand new to STEAM or you have previously taken part in NYCI’s STEAM training, you are welcome.

The National Youth Council of Ireland is delighted to announce, with a range of partners, we have been awarded grants from the Science Foundation of Ireland (SFI) for two major new STEAM projects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths). Never more than in the last year has the importance of science and technology in our lives been more apparent.

The North South Education and Training Standards Committee for Youth Work (NSETS) has recently approved a process whereby those who do not hold qualifications specifically in youth work (and therefore do not hold an NSETS-endorsed award) but who have been continuously engaged in professional youth work practice for 15 years or more can apply for a statement of individual recognition.

The NYCI Child Protection Programme is developing a training to support the youth work sector with online safety and awareness, and we would like to have your inputs and feedback as part of this development process.

The NYCI Child Protection Programme is delivering a series of free live webinars in 2021 to support the youth work sector with some of the key […]

NYCI is inviting tenders for the evaluation of our major new two-year STEAM in Youth Work project (2021 – 2022).

We have launched an important new study Mapping Youth Arts Provision in Youth Work Settings in Ireland. NYCI commissioned University College Cork to carry out this independent mapping […]

NYCI is seeking a Programme Specialist to lead the delivery of the STEAM in youth work project This is a varied role requiring significant specialist experience […]

Welcome to the DCYA / NYCI Covid-19 Induction Training for the Phased Resumption of Full Youth Services in the Youth Sector.

Have you seen Skills Summary`s new user interface and our exciting new features?

We are sharing with you the latest letter from the Minister of the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY), informed by the most recent […]

ESC “Be the Spark’ Workshop for youth workers & young people (18 – 30yrs) | 19th & 26th Feb | 12-3pm | Via Zoom

The 3rd European Youth Work Convention has just ended. 1000 participants from over 50 countries, 85 workshops and more than 30 hours of input and discussion! […]

The NYCI Skills Summary project is delighted to announce it has been awarded the Job Bridge Award 2020! Skills Summary is an innovative way for young people to explore the skills they gain through non-formal education, including volunteering, and identify areas that need development.

Since the prize’s inception in 2008, the European Parliament in collaboration with the ‘Foundation of the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen’, invite young people from all EU Member States to submit projects run by and for youth that illustrate an active participation in the development of Europe.

NYCI is inviting tenders from suitably qualified evaluators to work on a consultancy basis from January 2021 to evaluate the impact and success of our Making Links project and to provide recommendations on the future development of the project.

Among the information overload we're all suffering from, one important date for our democracy risks going unnoticed: You need to register to vote before the Wednesday […]

NYCI and Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) are delighted to launch our new toolkit, Using Games in Youth Work for Development Education. This very practical resource […]

One World Week 2020 is just around the corner – and our annual youth summit has been transformed into a week-long festival of activities, inspiration and […]

The search is on for motivated individual to take part in the second cohort of All-Atlantic Ocean Youth Ambassadors. Are you aged 18-30, and eager to […]

11th November, LIT Thurles & Tipperary Festival of Science

Apply for an equipment grant worth €150 by sharing your experience and tell us how Skills Summary brings your work practice to life. NYCI is delighted […]

The world is changing and in order to meet the living requirements for current and future generations, our approach to global development and economic growth has got to change.

Call to young people and youth organisations to create a photograph or a film that portrays their experience of youth participation. Entries will be in with the chance to win up to €300 […]

Science Foundation of Ireland (SFI) have an interesting mid-term opportunity that youth workers and young people who have engaged in NYCI’s STEAM in Youth Work project […]

Join the MEP's launching the Youth Platform and experts from the European Commission, the German Presidency & the Youth Forum for a discussion on EU budget: […]

With 36.5% youth unemployment, 55,000 young people under 25 on PUP and almost 29,000 on the live register, more needs to be done The National Youth […]

Budget ‘recognises impact of Covid-19 on young people’ The National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) - which represents groups working with over 380,000 young people nationwide […]

Youth Council: ‘Hammer of Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) cuts falling heaviest on young workers’ 6 out of 10 young people on lower rates (€203 and €250), […]

 Young people’s lives ‘collateral damage’ of pandemic Youth organisations call for €4.7m investment in youth work Youth population to grow to over 1,000,000 by 2025 While […]

Young people who were already deemed ‘most at risk’ became the most disconnected from youth services and supports as a result of Covid-19. That’s according to […]

In Budget 2021 our members are calling on Government to invest an additional €4.7m in youth work services to provide more supports and activities for young people, meet […]

We have three upcoming Young Voices online events for young change makers happening on Saturdays in October! These events have been designed and will be delivered by our current young voice members.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney, T.D., today held a virtual meeting with Ireland’s incoming United Nations Youth Delegates. Tara Grace Connolly from Belfast, and […]

‘How to ask? When to ask? Shyness in talking about the issue and their experiences …not having the language to ask for consent during sex’.

This excellent package is open to youth workers, arts practitioners and other educators actively working with young people in Laois and Offaly, who want to enhance their STEAM offer to young people.

I wanted to tell you about an amazing, free, STEAM/sound production programme by Sound Artist, Ed Devane, as part of the Science Gallery Dublin’s PLASTIC exhibition. […]

‘How to ask? When to ask? Shyness in talking about the issue and their experiences …not having the language to ask for consent during sex’.

Through engaging young politicians, activists and community leaders, these round tables will explore how young people in Ireland today relate to traditional politics and how they perceive Irish politics will evolve in the future.

Updated Guidance for Youth Organisations on Resuming Full Services after Covid-19.

Tell us the story of your Skills Summary journey! We are curious to know why and how you have been using Skills Summary, and how it makes a difference for you.

NYCI is inviting tenders from suitably qualified researchers to conduct research on the prevalence and representation of conflict amongst minority ethnic young people in Co. Dublin […]

Over 150 young people from around Ireland met to hear from climate justice advocates including former President of Ireland Mary Robinson and Grace O’Sullivan, MEP as well as other young activists including Selina Neirok, Youth Ambassador for the Marshall Islands.

We are calling on youth workers and youth organisations to take part in an independent review we have commissioned to capture the youth work sector’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

We have expressed concern and disappointment over the lack of urgency and focus on youth unemployment in the Programme for Government. There is no reference to ‘youth employment’ or ‘youth unemployment’ in the 125 page text.

In response to the increasing online presence of youth work, we have developed a new activity resource to accompany the Skills Summary tool when working online with young people.

Updated Guidance for Youth Organisations on Resuming Full Services after Covid-19.

We are very concerned at initial indications from the Taoiseach’s announcement that ‘Youth Affairs’ may be dropped from the name of the Department, and we are calling for this to be reversed.

As restrictions ease, NYCI’s National Youth Health Programme will be working with youth workers to support young people to look after their sexual health and build healthy relationships as we enter into a ‘new normal’.

NYC has renewed its call for the retention of the Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA) in the next Government.

Department of Children and Youth Affairs ‘roadmap’ for the phased re-opening of our youth sector.

NYCI’s national youth health programme supports youth work organisations to become health promoting organisations.

The NYCI Child Protection Programme is partnering with CyberSafeIreland to offer a live webinar for youth workers, to raise awareness of what children and young people are doing online, and the associated risks and safeguards.

We have been heartened here at NYCI to see the incredible reactions from our members and across the youth work sector to these difficult times, and encouraged that our work to support you has been so well received.

We’re developing LGBTI+ inclusion in policies and practice guidelines for those working in the youth work sector.

Invitation to Tender To Conduct a Review of the Youth Work Sector Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

One World Week 2019 looked at Climate Action and the Sustainable Development Goals.

The concept of climate justice can sometimes be hard to fully understand.

The proposal that the Department now may be dismantled and its functions be cast to the four winds is a betrayal of this generation of children […]

From May 29th – June 1st 2020, you have the opportunity to join a thematic degrowth online conference, focusing on Strategies for Social-Ecological Transformation.