Young Voices, Big Sound: Celebrating the Irish Youth Music Awards National Day 2026 On Saturday, May 9th, young musicians from across Ireland will gather at the Axis Theatre for one of the most exciting youth arts events of the year, the Irish Youth Music Awards (IYMAs) National Day 2026. Led by Youth Work Ireland, the … Read more
LOUDER Youth: Amplifying Young Voices Across Ireland For Youth Work Ireland Week 2026, we are launching LOUDER Youth a national campaign that shines a spotlight on young people across Ireland who are speaking out, taking action, and creating change in their communities. From mental health and education to climate action, equality, and global justice, young … Read more
Looking for fresh, fun, and meaningful ways to engage young people this Easter? The 2026 Easter Activity Pack from Youth Work Ireland is packed with creative, low-prep ideas designed to bring energy and connection to your sessions. Inside, you’ll find a mix of arts and crafts, group games, outdoor activities, and reflective exercises that support … Read more
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