From Daniel, NYCI Communications Team <[email protected]>
Subject Clár na nÓg - training, events, opportunities and more
Date November 13, 2020 12:05 PM
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Your youth sector update

Your guide to training, events, vacancies, and opportunities across the youth sector.


** November 2020
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Hello John,

I hope you're keeping well and that you'll find some inspiration ([link removed]) below to help ease you into the weekend and prepare for the weeks ahead.

Stay safe and mind yourself and those around you this weekend,

Daniel
NYCI

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NYCI News
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Upcoming training, deadlines, and calls

* Youth Summit 1: Power of Education Across the Globe ([link removed]) Nov 23

* Racial Justice and Development Webinar ([link removed]) Nov 24

* Artivism - Activism ([link removed]) Nov 24

* Wielding your Power: Strategies in Self-Care ([link removed]) Nov 25

* Youth Summit 2: Harnessing Young People's Power ([link removed]) Nov 25

* How Can the Youth Sector Activate its Power to Accelerate the Implementation of the SDGs ([link removed]) Nov 26

* Spoken Word Masterclass: The Power of Words ([link removed]) Nov 26

* Unpack the Hidden Power of your Breakfast ([link removed]) Nov 27

* How Can We Challenge Power to Make Meaningful Change? ([link removed]) Nov 27

* Youth Summit 3: Empowerment and Solidarity ([link removed]) Nov 28

Remember to check out our Covid-19 hub ([link removed]) for more resources, training and advice.



** Young Voices film & photography competition
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This is a 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 vouchers and be included in the Youth Voices – EU Youth Dialogue consultation report. All young people involved can apply to represent Ireland at the next EU Youth Conference. Find out how to enter >> ([link removed])



** Just Transition: Youth 2030 shares a message of hope
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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. This video looks at the issue of a Just Transition and highlights some of the fears and hopes of and for young people – today and into the future. It is important that in any change or disruption to the system that those furthest behind are not left behind. Watch the video >> ([link removed])



** Skills Summary in best practice - call for youth organisations
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Apply for an equipment grant worth €150 by sharing your experience and telling us how Skills Summary brings your work practice to life. The deadline is November 18! Find out more >> ([link removed])



** One World Week Festival programme available now!
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The theme of this year's One World Week (OWW) is power and youth. And our annual youth summit has been transformed into a week-long festival of activities, inspiration, and youth activism. Understanding power in youth work is vital for the development of young people as they navigate their lives and society. This year, One World Week takes place from November 23-29. Check out the events and register >> ([link removed])



** Science Week: Using Games in Youth Work
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NYCI and Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) are delighted to launch a new toolkit: Using Games in Youth Work for Development Education. This very practical resource is packed full of ideas, guidance, tips, templates, and resources for youth workers. Download your copy >> ([link removed])



** €150 or Virtual Reality headset
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As a further support for those of you taking inspiration from Science Week and our new toolkit, we're inviting you to enter a prize draw ([link removed]) for either €150 worth of equipment or the loan of a VR headset to be used to support the personal development of young people in your youth work settings. Enter draw or find out more >>
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Covid-19: guidance for youth services
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We continue to work with the officials in the Department to revise the guidance in response to any new restrictions and will continue to update the Guidance for Youth Organisations on Resuming Full Services ([link removed]) .

We will also update the official DCEDIY/NYCI Covid Induction for Youth Services ([link removed]) to reflect any changes.

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** Member News
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Bí Tusa - Be Bold, Be Proud, Be You
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Youth Work Ireland is thrilled to launch a new resource to support and promote the understanding of issues facing young LGBTI+ people in Ireland today. The Bí Tusa resource will build on the brilliant work already taking place in Youth Work Ireland LGBTI+ & ally groups around the country. It will support professionals, communities, and parents to become more educated on the issues facing young LGBTI+ people so we can all play our part in being advocates for young LGBTI+ people. Find out more >> ([link removed])



** JCI Ireland National Convention 2020
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JCI Ireland will be hosting the annual JCI Ireland National Convention from November 13-15. The convention will be hosted online with a wide range of excellent keynotes, training activities, networking, and social events taking place over the weekend. People from all across the globe will be joining for the occasion. Find out more and register >> ([link removed])



** BeLonG To wants you to join the movement and Come In!
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BeLonG To Youth Services is the national organisation supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex young people in Ireland. They believe that no one would have to come out if everyone chose to come in. To come in is to show that you support, you understand, and you accept the LGBTI+ community. Find out more >> ([link removed])



** Youth Theatre @ 40: A Youth Theatre Practice Symposium
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This Friday, November 20th and Saturday, November 21st join Youth Theatre Ireland to celebrate youth theatre practice and explore the resilience of the youth theatre community in this extraordinary year. In partnership with University College Cork, Youth Theatre Ireland will host a 2-day online event to mark the organisation’s 40th birthday. Register or find out more >> ([link removed])


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Irish Girl Guides continue to engage with youth members
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Irish Girl Guides’ volunteers are continuing to find creative ways to engage with their youth members from age 5-30. Some units are meeting up for hikes, litter picks, scavenger hunts, cookouts, and other outdoor activities while others have adapted to regular online meetings. Others keep in touch via WhatsApp and deliver activity packs to girls’ homes. Hundreds of girls took part in a Halloween Camp At Home, which saw them playing all sorts of spooky games. You can take a look at some photos here >> ([link removed])


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Free online workshop: How to set up a film club for/with young people
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Join the National Network for Young Filmmakers & Animators (NYFA) for a free, online 3-hour workshop on setting up a youth film club. This workshop targets veteran and novice creative directors, youth workers, teachers, and youth arts facilitators. Please join us for a very relaxed, interactive online session where all questions and experiences working with young people in film can be shared. Email Sorcha for more information or to register >> (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Online%20film%20club%20workshop)



** ECO-UNESCO's work highlighted in the Dáil
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On Tuesday, October 20, Minister Roderic O'Gorman highlighted ECO-UNESCO’s youth work in the Dáil. ECO-UNESCO staff and young people met the Minister via a Zoom call as part of the initiative #Budget2021 and #YouthWorkChangesLives the NYCI campaign. ECO-UNESCO’s young people highlighted how their engagement in ECO-UNESCO’s programmes have impacted lives by building their confidence, expanding their social circles, improving their understanding of the natural environment, and providing a space to meet like-minded young people.



** Enter Eco-Unesco's Young Environmentalist Awards 2021
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A positive and engaging way for young people aged 10-18 to learn new skills and protect the environment, with plenty of supports and resources available. Submissions are due by February 26, 2021. Register here ([link removed]) or email for more info >> (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Young%20Environmentalist%20Awards) Other events:
Youth Climate Justice Challenge Find out more >> ([link removed])
Environmental Workshops Find out more ([link removed])
Youth for Sustainable Development programme register interest >> ([link removed])


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Is your Organisation an NYCI Member?
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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 >> ([link removed])


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** Vacancies
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Foróige: various opportunities ([link removed])
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** Other Youth Sector News
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Covid-19 small grant scheme for youth clubs and services
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Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman TD, has approved a grant to youth clubs and services as a contribution towards some of the additional costs arising from COVID-19 restrictions. More here >> ([link removed])


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UCD mental health surveys
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Your Youth Health Project - Mental Health during Covid-19 is a research collaboration by the UCD School of Psychology and the Children and Young People's Service Committee, funded by Health Ireland. It is investigating the impact of the pandemic on young people's mental health and wellbeing. They are surveying the parents/guardians of young people aged 12-18 ([link removed]) and young people aged 18-25 >> ([link removed])


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** ATD launches new film
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What do you think when you hear about ‘poverty’? Our views can be influenced by the media, by popular stereotypes, and sometimes by personal experience. All Together in Dignity (ATD) Ireland launches its new film “17 Voices, 1 Message – Stop Poverty #17October”. Watch the film >> ([link removed])



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** EU policy on youth work
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We’re thinking of the next policy steps that the EU should take on youth work. To make it relevant and successful, we need you to tell us about your insights, needs and experiences on youth work in your country. The survey will only take you max. 15 minutes of your time. Yes, we know it’s precious. But so is your participation. Because the more you’ tell us, the better can act on the ground. Together. To have your say follow this link >> ([link removed])


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Free STEAM & Sound Production Programme
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As part of Science Gallery Dublin's PLASTIC exhibition, youth workers can avail of a free STEAM and sound production programme that comes ready to use in your youth work or education project. You are invited, with your youth group, to take part in the co-creation of a sound installation that will be exhibited in the Regional Cultural Centre in Letterkenny from the end of this week until December. Read about the project >> ([link removed])


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