On Wednesday 12 November, Dr Patrick J. Burke, CEO of Youth Work Ireland, addressed the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Youth as part of its discussions on the implementation of the National Youth Strategy 2024–2028: Opportunities for Youth. In his opening remarks, Dr Burke welcomed the publication of the new Strategy and its recognition … Read more
Oíche na hÓige: Youth Work Ireland Members Open Their Doors to Celebrate Youth Work for All Across Ireland, youth centres are preparing to open their doors for something special Oíche na hÓige, a national celebration of youth work taking place on Friday, November 21st. This exciting new initiative from the Department of Education and Youth … Read more
Youth Work Ireland is excited to launch Nollaig 2025, our annual Christmas Card Design Competition for young people across Ireland! If you’re between 5 and 18 years old and part of a Youth Work Ireland Local Youth Service, this is your chance to show off your artistic skills and spread some festive joy. What’s It … Read more
Proud Spaces: Building Neuro-Affirmative Support for LGBT+ Young People In September, 60 youth workers came together in Dublin for a ground-breaking training on how to better support LGBTI+ neurodiverse young people. The training, Proud Spaces – Neuro Affirmative LGBT+ Spaces in Youth Work, explored how youth services can create safe, inclusive environments where every young … Read more
Promoting Our Practice: Youth Work Ireland National Gathering 2025 On Monday, September 22nd, and Tuesday, September 23rd, 60 youth workers from across Youth Work Ireland’s membership gathered in Dublin for a special Community of Practice Residential. This two-day event created a dynamic space for connection, reflection, and learning as youth workers explored the realities and … Read more
Advancing Inclusive Integration Youth Work Ireland is delighted to announce the launch of Youth Work for All: Advancing Inclusive Integration, a new European project funded by Erasmus+ and supported by our national agency, Leargas. In partnership with Mudem (Turkey), CDCD (Romania), KHF (Hungary), Youth Work Ireland Galway, and ERYICA, this initiative aims to strengthen inclusion … Read more
At Youth Work Ireland, we believe youth work is about much more than helping young people overcome challenges, it’s about supporting them to understand the world around them, question inequality, and take action to create change. That belief sits at the heart of our Youth Work for All campaign, which champions inclusive, equitable, and empowering … Read more
Youth Work Ireland’s Fun Fix Activity Pack is a bright, practical, and playful toolkit designed to make running youth club sessions easier, more engaging, and, above all, more fun. The pack is full of easy-to-use ideas that help young people connect, laugh, and express themselves without the stress of complicated preparation or expensive resources. It’s designed … Read more
Ambitious for Youth: Investing in Ireland’s Future Now As Ireland prepares to take on the Presidency of the European Union in 2026, Youth Work Ireland is calling on the Government to show real ambition for young people through meaningful investment in youth work. Why Now? Ireland has the youngest population in Europe — and it’s … Read more
Dive into Youth Work Ireland’s Summer Fun Pack 2025 Youth Work Ireland has just released their 2025 Summer Pack, a vibrant resource designed to spark creativity, build relationships, and promote fun for young people across Ireland this summer. This new resource has been developed with direct input from local youth services and young people themselves, ensuring … Read more