Your guide to training, events, vacancies, and opportunities across the youth sector.
** February 2025
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Hello John,
I hope you're keeping well.
Below you'll find your usual round-up of opportunities, updates, and events from across the youth work sector.
Best,
Charlie
NYCI
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NYCI News
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Upcoming training, deadlines, and calls
* Exploring Youth Arts – Tipperary Youth Arts Hub ([link removed]) Feb 11
* NYCI Members Quarterly Policy and Advocacy Forum -First Meeting ([link removed]) Feb 12
* Apply Now! – Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship ([link removed]) deadline Feb 12
* Local Champions initiative open for applications ([link removed]) deadline Feb 14
* Young Voices Cork- Connecting EU with YOUth! ([link removed]) deadline Feb 18
* SPARK Youth Arts Festival ([link removed]) Feb 24 - Mar 1
+ Empower- Youth Participation in Youth Arts Webinar ([link removed]) Feb 24
+ Creating the Ripple – Youth Arts SPEAKS Workshop ([link removed]) Feb 25
+ Youth Arts Celebration Showcase ([link removed]) Mar 1
+ FAQ Event T ([link removed]) imeslot 1: for Artist and Youth Work Residency Grant Scheme ([link removed]) Feb 27
* Global Youth Work Learner’s Network ([link removed]) Feb 27
* FAQ Event Timeslot 2: for Artist and Youth Work Residency Grant Scheme ([link removed]) Mar 5
* Apply to represent Ireland in the EU-UN Youth Delegate Programme ([link removed]) deadline Feb 28
* Developing Funding Applications for Youth Arts Projects ([link removed]) Mar 11
* MindOut - Dublin (http:// [link removed]) Mar 18 & 19
Remember to check out our News Feed ([link removed]) for regular updates.
NYCI response to the Programme for Government & new Department of Education and Youth
NYCI welcomes the establishment of the new Department of Education and Youth, recognising it as a step towards prioritising young people’s needs. However, we have concerns about the lack of strong commitments to youth work in the Programme for Government.
Read our full analysis of the new Programme for Government >> ([link removed])
Read our response to the new Ministry >> ([link removed])
SPARK Youth Arts Festival 2025
The SPARK Youth Arts Festival is back for another year, running from Monday 24th February to Saturday 1st March 2025! Join us for a week-long celebration of creativity, youth participation, and the power of the arts in youth work.
Find out more and register >> ([link removed])
NYCI Members Quarterly Policy and Advocacy Forum
We're excited to announce the establishment of the NYCI Policy and Advocacy Forum, a new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration, sharing updates, and strategising on policy developments within our sector. This forum is open to all staff and volunteers involved in policy, advocacy, and campaigns, as well as those who may simply wish to stay informed about policy and advocacy developments.
Find out more >> ([link removed])
** Nothing Normal About Inequality – Youth Work Learner's Network
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Explore how a human rights approach can tackle inequality at our first session of 2025 with activist Lucy Michaels. 27th February, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Find out more or register now >> ([link removed]) ([link removed])
** Member News
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Enable Ireland: Life of 'AU' – Autism & Me
Young people who attend Enable Ireland services in Galway have created a video resource exploring the perspectives of autistic individuals. It highlights the beauty of neurodiversity, the challenges of masking, the importance of routines, and the power of acceptance.
Watch video >> ([link removed])
IGG: HiDigital sessions
Irish Girl Guides from Dun Laoghaire hosted a HiDigital session in the Lexicon Library in downtown Dun Laoghaire on the 18th of January. They helped older adults in the community learn everything from facetiming family to checking their bank accounts online. This is the first of three sessions that they will host.
Find out more >> ([link removed])
IAYO: Forum for Young Orchestral Musicians
The 29th IAYO Festival of Youth Orchestras returns to the NCH, Dublin on Saturday, 8 February 2025 with over 450 young musicians from around Ireland performing.
Book your tickets >> ([link removed])
spunout: Action Panel Recruitment
spunout are recruiting young people, aged 16-25, who would like to join their Action Panel to build their skills and discuss Mental Health Literacy, Anti-racism, Masculinity and gender stereotypes, Climate action, Education and Employment, and Rural challenges
Find out more >> ([link removed])
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 ([link removed]) >> ([link removed])
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** Vacancies
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YAP: Community Based Advocates ([link removed])
Foróige: Youth Officer, Programme Coordinator, and more ([link removed])
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** Other Youth Sector News
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Voice Ireland MENSY Project: Breaking Taboos & Promoting Sustainable Periods Across Europe
If you are a youth worker or work with young people and would like to learn more on supporting menstrual health education and breaking down the stigma associated with menstruation, we invite you to register to take part in our one day train the trainer course that will take place on Wednesday the 4th of June 2025 in the Macro Community Resource Centre and become an ambassador for sustainable menstrual protection.
Find out more >> ([link removed])
Get in touch >> (mailto:
[email protected])
** RTÉ 2025 Internship Programme – Applications Now Open!
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Looking to kick-start a career in media? RTÉ’s paid six-month internship offers hands-on experience across TV, radio, digital, and more. Applications close on 16th February 2025. Apply now: rte.ie/vacancies ([link removed])
** IHREC – Principal Officer Recruitment Now Open
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The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission is seeking a Principal Officer to join their team. Apply by 1pm, 24th February 2025. Full details & application ([link removed]) .
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** Nominate a Young Humanitarian of the Year!
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The Irish Red Cross is looking for young changemakers making a real impact in their communities. Nominate by deadline TBC and celebrate youth leadership. More info: www.irchumanitarianawards.ie
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