Good afternoon John,
I hope this finds you well.
November is here and we have lots of supports and training lined up for you in the coming weeks, which you'll find below. We've also put together your usual round-up of opportunities, updates, and events from across the youth sector.
All the best,
Sarah
NYCI
NYCI News
Upcoming training, deadlines, and calls
Remember to check out our Covid-19 hub for more resources, training, and advice. Read our most recent update >>
COP On! Why should young people care about our planet and COP 26?
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.
Learn More >>
Minister Simon Coveney meets with UN Youth Delegates for 2021-2022
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney, T.D, met virtually with this year’s United Nations Youth Delegates, Treasa Cadogan and Diandra Ní Bhuachalla.
Read more >>
NUI Certificate in Global Youth Work and Development Education
The deadline for this course has been extended to 12th November 2021. Aimed at those working in the youth sector, this programme will be of interest to anyone looking to develop knowledge, skills, and competence in the areas of global youth work and development education practice in youth settings. Register your interest >>
Covid Guidance Update
Last week, the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) announced changes to the Covid-19 Guidance for Youth Organisations.
Check out most recent update >>
Member News
Youth Climate Summit 2021
Every Wednesday from the 20th October until the 11th November, ECO-UNESCO are hosting a series of activities and events for students, schools, and young people 10-18 years of age.
Register now >>
Foróige LevelUP Programme Launch
Foróige has unveiled a new national digital skills and digital citizenship programme for young people aged 10 and over. The programme, called LevelUP, helps young people to develop the skills they need to thrive in the digital world.
Learn more >>
Gaisce 'Just The Two Of Us'
The Gaisce Award Programme will be hosting an online event discussing the “how to” of the relationship between a young person and a youth worker on Tuesday, November 16th. Register on Eventbrite >>
FutureTalk Series
The FutureTalk series is an opportunity for Gaisce participants to explore their options for their future education and career paths, learn about how they can make their voices heard and make new connections & friends. Register your interest >>
Gaisce's #BulbsForBees
Over 1/2 a million pollinator friendly bulbs have been planted across Ireland as part of the Gaisce Award Programme's 35th Anniversary celebrations. Take part and sign up for your special commemorative Gaisce certificate today. Get your participation certificate >>
Vote for BMYI at the Charity Impact Awards
BMYI is entered in the small organisations category in the charity impact awards 2021 for their work with families and youth in the D15 area. The work that this NYCI Member organisation does promotes the importance of youth support. Vote for BMYI >>
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 >>
Vacancies
Irish Development and Education Association (IDEA): Policy and Advocacy Manager
Young Social Innovators (YSI): Digital Engagement and Campaigns Co-Ordinator and Communications, Marketing, and Experience Manager
Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB: Local Creative Youth Partnership Co-ordinator
Other Youth Sector News
Trócaire's Game Changers
Trócaire's Game Changers Programme invites Youth groups to create a development education game that focuses on one or more of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The programme provides an excellent opportunity for young people to explore the SDGs, get creative, and raise awareness of global justice issues.
Sign up >>
Preparing the EU PEACE PLUS Programme
The Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) have released a report summarising the consolation responses on its proposals for the EU PEACE PLUS Programme (2021-2027). Read the full report >>
IHF Seed Grants 2022
Irish Hospice Foundation (IHF) offer Seed Grants to communities / individuals wishing to creatively process or memorialise loss. In order to allow people to adapt to Covid-19 regulations , the deadline for this year’s applications has been extended to Friday 12th November 2021 at 5.00pm.
Apply now >>
Irish Youth Foundation Funding Opportunity
Applegreen, in partnership with the Irish Youth Foundation, is providing €100,000 to fund not for profit voluntary and charitable organisations supporting children and young people experiencing disadvantage nationwide. Applications close on Thursday, 4 November at 5pm.
Find out more >>
Drogheda United Local Training Initiative
Drogheda United in association with LMETB will deliver a Diploma in Business Administration (VTCT level 2) course, which will use the powerful attraction of football to engage unemployed people with mainstream education.
Apply >>
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 5,000 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.
