Rise in school suspensions and expulsions in Ireland: Addressing the crisis with YMCA Dublin’s proven intervention
School suspension and expulsion numbers have increased significantly across Ireland since the Covid-19 pandemic, according to new figures from Tusla. Knowing that students who experience suspension are more likely to disengage from the education system, become involved with the juvenile justice system and are more likely to experience...
Autumn/Winter Newsletter
Autumn/Winter 2023 Newsletter As we begin the transition into the colder months ahead, we are delighted to resume our newsletter and to reflect on a busy few months in YMCA Dublin. In this edition, we update you on some of our recent highlights at the Y, and emphasize our commitment to continuing to adapt our services and initiatives to...
YMCA Dublin launches Annual Report 2022
YMCA Dublin is proud to launch our Annual Report 2022 and strengthen plans to extend our reach by developing further new YMCA Dublin Community Hubs over the coming years. “As we look to our future and our strategic plan, one of our core priorities is to strengthen our impact across the community. It is an exciting time for us at YMCA Dublin, as a...
Small talks can make a big difference this World Mental Health Day
YMCA Dublin will join YMCAs across Ireland to host a number of wellbeing events this October as part of the nationwide Small Talks campaign, aiming to encourage and support positive mental health. As a movement that values wellbeing, YMCA encourages a holistic approach in body, mind and spirit and actively works to promote and support mental...
Réidh Computers for Careers Workshop Series
Need support with the world of online job markets? Come to our ‘Computers for Careers’ workshop series covering: CVs, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, job boards, interview skills, career guidance, and more! It is recommended that you attend all 6 workshops, but you can also sign up to the workshops you are most interested in. They will run...
Réidh Information Sessions
Are you thinking of starting a college course in September but not sure where to start? Réidh is holding information sessions about access courses (QQI 4, QQI 5) and Post-Leaving Certificate (PLC/QQI 6) courses in August. All about what's out there, how to qualify, and how to apply. The first part will be an information session about how to...
Childcare & Youth Spaces Showcase Event
You are invited to our Summer at the Y ShowCase! We are having a showcase daysee all of the work our young people have done over summer with the Y. Date: 17th August 2023, Location: YMCA Community Hub, sports hall. Time: 5:00-7:00pm. We hope to see you all there! Information about the event:The Showcase event will take place on Thursday 17th...
Happy Christmas from YMCA Dublin
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YMCA DUBLIN NEWSLETTER JUNE 2022
YMCA Dublin is one of the oldest registered charities in the world, this week we celebrate 173 years working with communities in inner city Dublin. We were founded in 1849, and exist to realise our vision for everyone to have the opportunity to belong to healthy, confident, secure, and connected communities. We do this through youth work,...