Hello John,
I'm sending on your update on supports (including a new digital youth work resource and training), opportunities and deadlines coming up, and lots more on the creative ways our members have continued supporting young people during these challenging times.
Stay safe and have a good weekend,
Daniel
NYCI
NYCI News
Upcoming training, deadlines, and calls
Also check out our Covid-19 hub for more resources, training and advice.
Need support with Digital Youth Work?
We are delighted to share two key supports we’ve developed to help you in your work:
LGBTI+ Equality & Inclusion Survey
We’re developing LGBTI+ inclusion in policies and practice guidelines for those working in the youth work sector. We want to support you to ensure that your services are welcoming, safe, & inclusive of all young people, including LGBTI+ young people. Fill out our survey and help us to develop and deliver training that meets your needs, offer one-to-one guidance on writing policy, develop resources, and offer further supports in response to sector needs. Take the survey >>
United Nations Youth Delegate Programme
We are now accepting applications for the United Nations Youth Delegate Programme. Run by NYCI together with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, this programme is a truly amazing opportunity that will see two young people aged 18-25 join Ireland’s delegation to the United Nations, and give voice to issues concerning young people in Ireland and around the globe. Find out more >>
"Change the World" Podcast
We've teamed up with NYCI member SpunOut.ie to support young people to share their thoughts and amplify their voices on the Sustainable Development Goals and how they impact young people in Ireland and globally. Each podcast in the series was researched, produced, and recorded by a young person. New episodes, each focusing on a specific Sustainable Development Goal, are released weekly. Listen here >>
Child Protection During Covid-19
Youth work can be the source of safety and security for so many young people in Ireland. Covid-19 and its necessary control measures compound the challenges for vulnerable and at-risk young people. NYCI's Child Protection Programme has put together some information to support the youth work sector to continue their commitment to child protection in their practice. Find out more >>
Covid-19 Support and Resources
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. Read more >>
Member News
Join Irish Girl Guides for a Camp at Home
Members of Irish Girl Guides (IGG) are inviting children and young people around the country to join them for a sustainability-themed Camp At Home event on the weekend of June 5-7, coinciding with World Environment Day. The last Camp At Home saw thousands of IGG members camping in tents in their gardens or in makeshift shelters or dens they made inside, and members hope the next event will be even bigger. Keep an eye on the news section of the IGG website for a resource pack with ideas for a sustainable camp. Visit Irish Girl Guides online >>
Somali Arklow Documentary - Short Film
Due to Covid-19, the planned launch of this documentary was unfortunately cancelled. However, you can watch the film, made by an inspirational group of Somali young people living in Arklow, in conjunction with Young Irish Film Makers and Crosscare's East Wicklow Youth Service, online now. Watch the short film >>
An Irish First: Blossom Ireland's Accessible Webinar
Blossom Ireland has recorded the first accessible webinar for young people with intellectual disabilities in Ireland – a premiere for a disability organisation in a world of social distancing. The topic of the webinar is “Looking after myself and planning my day”, and it is aimed at all children and young people with intellectual disabilities. Simple language, pictures, and symbols are used throughout to make it accessible to all. Watch the recording here >>
Traveller Counselling: New Online Service
In response to the Covid-19 situation, the Traveller Counselling Service is now offering online counselling to adult members of the Traveller community. The counselling sessions are one-to-one, safe, confidential, and free of charge. Access online counselling here >>
ECO-UNESCO Eco-Week 2020
Currently underway, this week-long initiative includes a series of online events focused on the topics of food, fashion, fitness, & future. These events will take place as webinars, podcasts, content, talks, workshops, competitions, challenges, wellbeing and fitness activities, and televised events. Check out the schedule >>
Free Skills Training: LGBTI+ Inclusive Youth Services
BeLonG To Youth Services and the City of Dublin Youth Service Board have launched free online LGBTI+ skills training for youth workers, voluntary youth club leaders and volunteers in youth services, including videos, exercises, and quizzes to equip educators to become better at listening to, understanding, responding to and supporting LGBT+ young people. Find out more >>
BeLonG To's Youth Groups Move Online
BeLonG To's youth groups offer a space for LGBTI+ young people to connect with their peers, have some fun, feel a sense of community and get the support they need from expert youth workers. Online youth groups will take place every week and are open to any LGBTI+ young people between 13 and 24 years who have been accessing BeLonG To's groups previously. Find out more >>
Girls' Brigade Ireland: Virtual Summer Celebration
In place of its usual end-of-term outings and prizegivings, the Girls’ Brigade Ireland will hold a virtual summer celebration via social media on Saturday, May 30th from 2pm. The celebration will include a talent show and workshops for all ages. More info here >>
Young People Reach Out Through Lockdown
Localise Youth Volunteers facilitate hundreds of community projects throughout the year, and the Covid-19 situation hasn't deterred them. Their latest project is a powerful collaboration with Cheshire Ireland. Volunteers recorded personalised digital messages for Cheshire Ireland service users who have been isolated due to Covid-19, and also developed online table quizzes which will begin to be rolled out this week. Find out more about Localise >>
Gaisce at Home
Gaisce – The President’s Award launched ‘Gaisce at Home’/ ‘Gaisce sa Bhaile’ to encourage young people, precisely as the country and the world responds to the challenge of Covid-19, to stay active and engaged in their personal development and community action.
As part of the campaign, Gaisce is also welcoming young people aged 15-25 who are interested in signing up for the Award to contact [email protected]. Parents or guardians who wish to support a young person to achieve a Gaisce Award at home are also encouraged to get in touch. Find out more >>
Young Social Innovators - Open Call for Teenagers
Young Social Innovators is calling on teens all over Ireland to explore, create, and innovate around issues relating to Covid-19. The campaign calls on teenagers to submit creative ideas to tackle issues they see at home and in their communities. All those who submit ideas will receive certification recognising their contribution, and ideas with the highest potential for impact will pitched to a varied panel of industry leaders. Find out more >>
Is your Organisation an NYCI Member?
As well as advocating on your behalf, NYCI provides advice, networking and development opportunities, and expert training in all areas of youth work, including child protection, development education, equality, arts, health, and more. Find out more here >>
Vacancies
Foróige - Various opportunities
GOAL’s Global Citizenship team is looking to recruit an experienced Development Education Officer.
Other Youth Sector News
Free Supports from Google Ireland
The transition to working from home has been hugely challenging for many charities and NGOs, particularly for those whose members have never had to work remotely before. To help your organisation continue its valuable work, Business in the Community Ireland has partnered with Google Ireland to offer free volunteer support. Google volunteers will conduct a needs assessment to discover what online services your organisation requires to effectively work remotely, then offer support sessions to help your team use these resources effectively. To sign up, complete this form >>
UCC Research Survey: Disruption to Work During Covid-19
Severe disruptions to employment and to the labour market in recent weeks and months have seen many experience sudden job loss or work disruption. Researchers at UCC are keen to reach as many affected people and sectors as possible and would be grateful if you could fill out the survey >>
Plan International Survey
Plan International, Ireland’s Youth Advisory Panel, is conducting research to understand the extent that young people in Ireland are affected by online harassment: from trolling and abuse to physical threats, girls are harassed and face violence when they engage in public interaction online. This hostility is a barrier to girls’ leadership in the wider movement for gender equality. Plan International is looking for young people between the ages of 15-24 - of all genders - to take part. Take the survey >>
Debate Team Leader Training for Young People
The Debate Exchange Activity brings together young people from diverse backgrounds and students from higher education to meet online, debate topics of their choice, and develop debate skills with the support of a regional resource network of trained Debate Team Leaders. Participants are taught to listen, understand, and absorb what others in the group are saying before responding to the messages being relayed. Find out more >>
Global Survey on Youth and Covid-19
The Global Initiative on Decent Jobs for Youth and its partners are conducting a global survey on the impact of Covid-19 on youth rights, with a focus on employment and education. Results will be shared widely to help inform governments, employers and workers organisations, and Decent Jobs for Youth partners as they navigate these unprecedented times with a profound commitment to protect young people, their rights, voices, and opportunities for decent work. The survey is running until May 21 >>
Alcohol and Health Alliance Ireland - Covid-19 Survey
AAI is contributing to an international study of personal experiences and drinking behaviour as we move through the Covid-19 situation, and would appreciate the support of our members in taking and disseminating a brief survey. Data will contribute to a better understanding of consumption patterns and health outcomes during times of pandemic or similar events involving restrictions, and should support evidence-based policy action and decisions in times of crises to protect health and well-being. Take the survey >>
Vienna Degrowth Online Conference
From May 29 - June 1, you will have the opportunity to join a thematic degrowth online conference, focusing on strategies for social-ecological transformation. The conference consists of two main parts: firstly, understanding past and future transformations and the role of strategies, and secondly, strategies in practice. Register here >>
Youth Dialogue and the European Youth Goals
Pia Janning works on Policy and Strategic Alliances in Léargas. In this post, she explores how you can connect Youth Dialogue and the European Youth Goals in your Erasmus+ project. Find out more about the benefits of the EU Youth Dialogue Process >>
Léargas Offering Online Covid-19 Supports
Léargas is adapting to changes by offering support through webinars and focusing on online learning opportunities. The team is fully available by email, and by phone in emergencies. Find advice for projects here >>
Webinar: Living and Learning Empathy During Covid-19
This webinar will consider the human rights impact of Covid-19 through contributions from academics, activists and policy makers. Concerns have been raised globally about discrimination in access to healthcare, including the use of medical triage and rationing approaches which endanger the lives of disabled people. The session on May 21 will consider how the rights of persons with disabilities can be respected, protected, and fulfilled at this time, and what lessons we can all learn from disability activists which may endure beyond this pandemic. Join in here >>
Trócaire's Game Changers
Looking for new ways to engage your youth groups? Check out Trócaire's Game Changers competition. Help your young people create a video game from home using a theme linked to the Sustainable Development Goals and win a fantastic prize! Entries must be submitted by the 30th of June. Learn more >>
Irish Youth Foundation Research Project
The Irish Youth Foundation is recruiting young people from around the country (aged 16-24) to participate in a research project about key issues facing youth in Ireland today, including the impact of Covid-19 on their lives, mental health, and education. IYF seeks to understand what is important to young people at this time and use this information to lobby government and direct its fundraising work. The biweekly survey consists of just six questions and takes two minutes to complete. Contact Sarah to take part or find out more >>
Study Supports for Young People Using Homeless Services
CDETB Foundations Project, an education support programme for Young People accessing homeless support services is offering study support / 'grinds', for any young person using homeless services. Contact [email protected].
Irish Traveller Movement Community Leadership Programme
The Irish Traveller Movement is recruiting 16 young Travellers, aged between 15 and 21, to participate in a Community Leadership Programme. The Programme covers components of a Fetac level 5 course in Community Development and Leadership.
ITM request that a youth worker would support any participants they put forward with ongoing mentoring. For more information Contact Michael Collins
‘Ideas for a Better World: Leading Change Through Policymaking’
This four weeks webinar series, free of charge, delivered by the British Council and the Active Citizens team is for people who see themselves as future leaders in the field of policymaking and especially youth leaders. More information about the course can be found here.
Highlight your Event or Update
Send your news, events, and activities for inclusion in the next edition of Clár na nÓg, the youth sector newsletter, to [email protected].
Format: keep submissions concise (three lines or shorter). Include a link to your website where readers can find out more.
The E-Bulletin goes out to over 3,500 subscribers with an interest in youth issues. It is a great opportunity both to let the sector know about the fantastic work your organisation does and to target youth workers and those interested in youth work issues directly.
