Check the Register before November 25th   If you have not registered to vote, or if you need to update your details, let your local council know before 25 November 2020 in order to make sure your details will be correct on the...

Students who attained their Leaving Certificate results this year, school leavers, graduates, and mature learners looking to start a career in accounting and finance should consider applying as the Apprenticeship programme provides an opportunity to work, earn and learn. Leading...

Science is boring right…. WRONG science is everywhere, Science is all around you and to celebrate this WEXSCI is back, showing you how the world around you works in a fun free and accessible way, that will enlighten and...

A group of career guidance researchers and practitioners have developed a website that features short pieces on CG and social justice. These take the shape of reflections, commentaries, and brief articles. The site also presents case studies where practitioners...

From all parts of County Wexford young people are enjoying Halloween with a different this year. They are respecting social distancing and helping to keep their community safe while enjoying lots of fun activities in their youth groups from...

Do you or someone you know feel strongly about Climate Justice and want to try and make a change? If so, we’re starting an exciting new Climate Justice group, to try and tackle some of the issues we and our...

Busy day pumpkin carving in Gorey today! Youth workers Nadine and Laura delivered pumpkins to young people around Riverchapel and Gorey. Young people came online and demonstrated their pumpkin carving skills to celebrate Halloween

Online application system closes at midnight on Thursday 5th November. Be sure to submit your application before this date .For more information contact susi.ie

  Many college courses will now be taught through blended learning which means there will be a mixture of online classes off campus and face to face classes on campus. It will take time for you to get used to...

Thank you to everyone who took the time to help make this video, especially Kim Sinnott for her beautiful vocals and the Drumgoold Traveller Community To see the video click the link Here

Comhairle ná Nóg presents Prevention Through Positive Connections to view the video please click the link Here

FDYS have produced this video as part of World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day 2020. Our hope is that it will help continue the conversation around mental health to view the video please click the link here.  

  If you have passed your Leaving and are disappointed with your results consider some of the following different options: FETAC (PLC) courses – huge variety of courses, many facilitate access to universities and Institutes the following year. Work – on the...

New online support service available for Leaving Cert students In response to the new system of calculated grades, FDYS Youth Information Service will be offering online support and advice to students receiving their Leaving Cert results this September. The Youth...

Members of Wexford's Comhairle na Nog interviewed a member of the Bodywise team about eating disorders to see the full interview click the link  here    

So here we have it, the FDYS music video that we have been working on over the past few weeks. Thank you so much to all our fantastic young people and staff who got involved and made...

The CAO online Change of Mind facility closes on 1 July at 5:15pm. To change course choices, log in to your CAO Account via the My Application facility and click on Change Level 8 Course Choices or Change Level 7/6 Course...

Congratulations to our under 18 photo competition winner, leila Ernot-McCormack, Rosslare Stand. who said "I took this photo as I thought it was nice to see such a clear beach with no plastic and a good example of hope...

congratulations to Renata Pinto Vieira, Bridgetown Youth Club. Our under 12 winner who said, My hope for the future is that our nature stays as beautiful and strong as it is right now.

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This Competition is open to under 12's and under 18's. The theme is “Hope For The Future”, photos, can be wildlife, trees, flowers or something that inspires you as a young person.  

This is my art piece submission for the Art Competition, it is a painting of a Great Tit bird that is on the trees outside my house. Why I drew this in particular,  this is a every troubling time for...

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To support our Youth and Community Work FDYS invites applications for the following opportunities:   Youth Worker (Part time – Wexford Town)   Project Worker /  Outreach (Full time - Community Based Drugs Initiative)   Assistant Youth Worker (DSP Community Employment Progamme)   Childcare Assistant (Coolcotts Afterschool Project) (DSP Community...

Wexford Comhairle na nÓg participants designed this short presentation to assist young people in Wexford County to deal with the stress that is associated with Covid 19. See below:    

Music For FDYS, extended to the 18th of May and is open to young people aged 12 to 19 years. You can record your song, an original or cover and send it to fdysyouthclubs@fdys.ie or message us through Facebook at FDYS...

Our new competition is now live We are inviting you to draw or paint a picture and send a photo to us at fdysyouthclubs@fdys.ie  for your chance to win. This competition is open to the under 12's and 12 to 18 year...

Many thanks to everyone who took the time and tapped into their imaginations to pen an entry for our Poetry Competition. All entries were heartfelt and meaningful,  and all are deserving of the highest praise and commendation. Please keep...

this presentation was designed by participants in Comhairle na Nog from Co. Wexford

BREAKING NEWS..... In an interview this morning with South East Radio, @Alan Corcoran has offered young people the opportunity to recite their FDYS County Wexford poetry competition entries over the radio waves. Here is your next chance to win a €50 voucher in...

Youth Information, a service available in County Wexford through FDYS is offering a new unique online youth chat system called the Digital Youth Information Chat Service. The Youth Information Online chat service is the first of its kind in...

We are still available to answer your questions, Monday to Friday 10 am to 5 pm (bank holidays excluded) call/text 085881459, email youthinfowex@fdys.ie and Facebook: FDYS County Wexford.

Congratulations to Sophie Mooney the winner of the under 12's Sophie received a voucher for €50 for her work Isolation   It was an ……interesting period for everyone. Things are happening that have never happened in the history of Ireland   The thing I’m most happy...

Congratulations Sarah Walsh the winner in the 12+ section Sarah received a €50 voucher for this essay   Self-Isolation vs Self-Reflection To use this period of self-isolation, where time has quite abruptly stood still, to sit back and over-analyse the increasing cases of Covid-19...

Here is your next chance to win a €50 voucher in our latest competition Write a poem about ‘hope for the future’ and send it to fdysyouthclubs@fdys.ie before Friday the 17th April. Please remember to tell us how old you are...

The following posts have now been advertised for Wexford General Hospital: Healthcare Assistant Housekeeping Assistant Catering Assistant Orderly Staff   These posts are permanent and pensionable. A panel may be created from which future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration...

Just because were not in class doesn’t mean our grades should fall prey to Covid-19. The thoughts of studying at home can be daunting and worrying however, it is so important to keep up with school and college work...

Social isolating and social distancing shouldn't be boring it might be difficult to think of things to do so here's a lighthearted list of things you could try. 1. Colour in something (not the wallpaper or someone else’s books please)...

other projects are also going digital for more info keep checking in on Facebook, Instagram and Google Hangout

send your emails to fdysyouthclubs@fdys.ie

The sudden and constant stream of news relating to the pandemic can instigate and/or increase feelings of anxiety, worry and panic in all of us, especially among those living with a mental illness. It is important that we acknowledge...

We all know we should be vigilant at this time and we all hope it doesn't hit us or ours but we all need to be aware that we don't know how could be infected and that it could...

FDYS services continue, Please be assured, that as an organisation what we do will continue. How we do this is changing We are available on Instagram, Facebook, Messenger,Text, Phone and  Website We are here to support you We will provide you  with...

BeLonG To are teaming up with GCN Magazine for an interactive online campaign #VoteWithPride, in which political candidates will answer questions from the community. They will be inviting party candidates to answer questions about issues which matter to the LGBTI+ community during a...

Halloween is about dressing up trick or treating and having fun with family and friends.  Fireworks and bonfires are dangerous and  can lead to serious injury. so this October 31st   Be Safe Stay Safe. Traditionally bonfires were lit using wood and...

Free LGBTI+ Training for Teachers in County Wexford BeLonG To Youth Services and FDYS are offering free teacher training in Wexford. This training is interactive, engaging, and will build your capacity to meet the needs of LGBTI+ students. This workshop for second-level...

The Young Environmentalist Awards 2020  ​YEA2020 TImeline ​ STEP 1. REGISTER YOUR PROJECTS - OPEN NOW! Registration closes 13th December 2019 ​STEP 2. SUBMIT YOUR PROJECTS ONLINE Submission closes Friday 13th December 2019 ​STEP 2. Semi-Final ECO-Dens  Mar - Apr 2020 ​STEP 3. Final Showcase & Awards Ceremony  May 2020   ​About ECO-UNESCO ECO-UNESCO is...

Ahead of the leaving Cert Results in a couple of weeks’ time, many of you will be looking for accommodation near your chosen college be it for the first time or the 4th in your academic careers. We all hope you...

An opportunity for young LGBTI+ young people to have their say and their voices heard in implementing the LGBTI+ National Youth Strategy! Closing date for applications is July 12th. If anyone is interested contact Emma @ emma.whitty@fdys.ie

MoninneGriffith, CEO of BeLonG To Youth Services: ‘LGBT+ young people can experience discrimination from a lack of understanding to outright hostility’ piece taken from Gorey Guardian   As LGBT+ Pride month is celebrated in Wexford and across the country, reporter Cathy Lee...

June is recognised as international Pride month each year. Many cities and towns across the world put together their own Pride weeks and festivities. Dublin Pride week is already underway with Pride Day taking place on June 30th, 2018...

Check out this link for some startling statistics and some helpful tips on how to stay safe on line and avoid cyber bullying.

This survey seeks to better understand the Irish schooling system through your personal experience. It contains questions about bullying, slurs, discrimination, coming out, mental health, and academic performance. If any of these topics are a point of distress for...

Transgender Equality Network (TENI) seeks to improve conditions and advance the rights and equality of trans people and their families. They are currently running a campaign with Uniniversity of Limerick called Call it Out The objective of this campaign is to...

If you’re feeling anxious about exams you’re not alone, many students feel like this. Some students feel dread about the exams. They feel they are always hanging over them. It doesn’t help that the media, teachers and parents all...

Youth Week is taking place from 11th May – 18th May, providing an  opportunity for young people to express their ideas and views on how 'Youth Work Works' for them. Young people have been busy over the last few weeks...

The National Youth Council of Ireland, together with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, are delighted to announce the call for applications for the United Nations Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2019 – 2020 which will support two young...

The Defence Forces are now accepting applications for Officer Cadetships. Army Line Army Engineer Army Equitation Army Ordnance Air Corps Pilot Naval Service Operations Naval Service Electrical Engineer Naval Service Marine Engineer Candidates must be 18 years of age or...

If you are considering your options when your exams are over you could consider a Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) course to gain some knowledge and skills in a certain area. There are a wide range of PLC courses available in different...

On the 24th of May 2019 people all across Europe will have the chance to make their voice heard. Hundreds of millions of people in twenty-seven countries will vote on the makeup of the European Parliament . Most importantly, when...

Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience, but the best way to ease your nerves is to prepare for the interview to the best of your ability. You will have been chosen to interview on the basis of your...

Today, the 20th of March 2019 is the International Day of Happiness and whilst it doesn’t grant you a day off work or a break from your everyday responsibilities, You can also have a think on what others have to say...

It's that time of year again the Youth Club grant scheme is open to youth clubs in the Wexford Waterford area for further information please click the link here  

  The Momo challenge is a new viral game that has been doing the rounds in Spanish-speaking nations for up to two years and it now appears to be Irelands turn. On the surface it appears to be some kind of social...

Ireland committed to end racial discrimination when it ratified the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Racial Discrimination in 2000. Later this year, a UN Committee of experts in Geneva will assess Ireland’s latest progress report....

Would your youth organisation, project, club, service or Youthreach centre be interested in tackling issues around young people and tobacco? X-HALE is an Irish Cancer Society initiative that aims to prevent young people from smoking through educating and empowering young...

Parents can be a great support to their children in choosing a career or course that helps them realize their full potential.  However to attempt to direct your child’s career choices based on your perception of what is in...

If you would like to register for a place at the presentation you can: Text your name and address to 086 145 3629 We will contact you by text/email to confirm that you have a place for this presentation. Alternatively, you...

It is coming close to that time of year again. Those who are in 6th year will be aware that CAO deadlines and mock exams are on their way. The purpose of the Central Applications Office (CAO) is to process...

When you find out that someone you know is going through a crisis and you want to support them, make contact call, email offer to visit.  People in crisis often feel alone and isolated and appreciate when others reach out...

ABOUT WORLD AIDS DAY   WHAT IS WORLD AIDS DAY? World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st December each year. this years theme is 'Know Your Status'. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show...

The Internet can be a very positive experience for young people  They can use it to research homework  communicate with other young people and play interactive games. But online access also comes with risks, like inappropriate content cyberbullying and online...

How do you explain your feelings and worries? Who can help you if you are too shy to ask for help? Does anyone notice when it feels like your world is falling apart? Young people all have different levels of...

On Friday 26 October 2018, on the same day as the presidential election, Irish citizens will be asked to vote on the issue of blasphemy in our Constitution. While the Áras race has been grabbing headlines in recent times, it is...

Applications are invited for the following opportunity in FDYS CLG FDYS TRAVELLER INCLUSION PROJECT Project Worker (Full time) Application form and job specification are available from Kieran Donohoe, Chief Executive, FDYS CLG, Francis Street, Wexford. (053) 91 23262; fdyswexford@gmail.com Closing date for completed application form and CV is 12.00 pm on Wednesday, 31st...

The ISACS Network are currently partnering with the FDYS Youth Service on supporting a proposal for the development of a Youth circus programme in Wexford town in 2019. We are currently seeking tenders for the provision of Youth Circus...

Coming out is an act of bravery and authenticity, it is easy for some people, and for others it can be quiet difficult. It is important to know that you are not alone and that just because you may...

Do you wish Ireland and the world were safe and equal? Are you interested in learning more about gender inequality and gender based violence or sharing your own experiences? Would you like to hear from writers, leaders, activists and experts...

No matter how much you might be looking forward to it in theory, leaving home is always a bit hard. The chance to make new friends, have new experiences and be more independent is really exciting, but it’s also...

Wexford Comhairle na nÓg are organising a 5k Colour Run at Wexford Racecourse on Sunday 16th September at 12noon.  This is in response to the selection of positive mental health as a topic for Comhairle members. It is an opportunity...

Thousands of students will receive their eagerly-awaited Leaving Cert results tomorrow as they get ready to move forward on their career path. Students can pick up your results beginning at 9am, or check online on the state Examination Commission site...

Dublin will host the Republic’s first ever Trans Pride this Saturday, July 28th. Beginning at 2pm, the march will proceed from Liberty Hall to Fairview Park, where in 1982, the murder of Declan Flynn - a gay man targeted...

In FDYS we acknowledge that everyone is different and together we are stronger. this is how the young people of Enniscorthy celebrate diversity   https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=T2DLygGdWP0&app=desktop

The aim of the course is to help parents not only solve discipline and other childhood problems, but also for parents to develop closer and more satisfying relationships with their children The programme will commence on Friday 20th July in...

  To support the further expansion of FDYS Youth and Community Work in County Wexford, FDYS invites applications for the following opportunities:     Project Worker (Part time) Traveller Men’s Health Programme   Youth Worker(s) (Temporary, Part time)   Application forms and job specifications are available...

The CAO Change of Mind form is a form that allow you to change your mind about what CAO courses you have applied for Even though change of mind is close at hand, applicants should be careful about making drastic...

It's that time of year again, the kids are on school holidays and parents are thinking, what do i need to get them for September! For many parents this is another stress that is hard to manage. There is...

Teenagers across the EU, including ireland who turn 18 before next month (July) can get a free 30-day Interrail pass worth up to £400. The Discover EU giveaway is being funded by the European Union. Interrail was launched in 1972 with...

Exams can be stressful experiences, however, we can’t wave a magic wand and remove all the stress they may cause, but we can give you some guidance and tips on surviving the next couple of weeks.. Start your preparation...

A limited number of placements (10 – 20 maximum) are available with Wexford County Council for periods of 6 to 12 weeks during June, July and August, 2018. Remuneration will be at the rate of €9.65 per hour for a...

To support the expansion of innovative Youth and Community Work in County Wexford, FDYS invites applications for the following opportunities:   Youth Justice Worker Slaney Garda Youth Diversion Project (Maternity Leave 6 months – Part time)   Project Worker (Part time) Traveller Men’s Health Programme   Roma...

On Friday, May 25th, the people of Ireland will vote in a Referendum on removing the Eight Amendment to the Constitution. While there are many opinions on both sides, FDYS Youth Info  is encouraging young adults, particularly first time voters,...

The European Voluntary Service (EVS) is a fully-funded EU programme that gives young people (aged 18 to 30) the opportunity to volunteer in an organisation abroad. Volunteering projects can involve many different kinds of activities in areas such as youth...

The internet is a brilliant place to connect with others, to be creative and to discover new things. Having a platform to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others can be a wonderful thing, and it can be...

In order to Vote your name must be entered on the Register of Electors, which is compiled by your Local Authority. You are not automatically registered when you turn 18. Everyone must complete a form. You can check if you are registered...

The Wexford Children and Young People’s Services Committee (CYPSC) are planning an event that aims to provide young people in County Wexford with an opportunity to express their views on the topics that matter to them. The event will...

The International Women's Day 2018 campaign theme is #PressforProgress. International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. "The...

All FDYS services throughout Co. Wexford including Childcare services will be closed thursday and friday the 1st and 2nd March 2018

The 1st of March is National No Smoking Day. As many of us know it is not easy to Quit but it is worth the effort and even if you are one of the many people who may have to...

PrEP is a medicine which is taken to reduce the chance of getting HIV. It works by having enough of the drug in your body that if you are exposed to HIV, it can block it before it has...

Today, Tuesday, 6 February 2018, is Safer Internet Day. This year's theme, "Create, connect and share respect: Once you’ve written something, you can’t delete it. The Internet can be a very positive experience, however t it is important to be careful...

Young voices is part of European Structured Dialogue.where young people and decision makers are given a space to discuss and feed into youth policy at national and European level together. Structured Dialogue is a tool to ensure that the opinion...

CAO Normal Application Deadline is 1 February at 5:15pm. CAO Change of Course Choices Facility for registered applicants opens on 5 February and closes on 1 March at 5:15 pm – a fee of €10 applies. HEAR or DARE applicants must...

Mental Health Reform is Ireland’s leading national coalition of organisations campaigning to transform mental health and well-being supports in Ireland. Our vision is for an Ireland where people experiencing mental health difficulties can recover their well-being and live a full life in the...

The First Fortnight mental health arts festival is currently taking place across 17 counties in Ireland for the first two weeks in January. The festival is made up of Arts events aimed at challenging mental health stigma. First Fortnight first...

It is coming close to that time of year again. Those who are in 6th year will be aware that CAO deadlines and mock exams are on their way. The purpose of the Central Applications Office (CAO) is to process...

Minister Bruton today announced that 40 post primary schools around the country including Creagh College Gorey and CBS Enniscorthy, will start studying Leaving Certificate Computer Science from this September and will be the first to sit an exam in...

The UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that “Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and wellbeing of themselves and their family”. However, this right is being denied to people living in...

Christmas is traditionally a time for celebration. But for some people the festive season can be difficult for many reasons including mental health difficulties and money worries. So while many people will be looking forward to having time off work,...

Hello! We, (Paul and Lauren), are Ireland’s UN Youth Delegates for 2017/18. We are undertaking a survey of young people and the youth sector to get YOUR views on issues affecting young people in Ireland and how we might tackle...

December is here and with it all the parties and celebrations, Christmas, New Year and the inevitable, ongoing consumption of alcohol. Although the festive period comes but once a year, how much damage can this prolonged bender do to...

Throughout 2017, over 4,000 young people across Ireland took part in consultations online and off as part of the National LGBTI+ Youth Strategy. The consultations were carried out to give young people a chance to share their views on...

Every year, the International 16 Days of Action campaign provides an important opportunity to raise awareness of domestic violence and call for changes at international, national and local level to make women and children safe from abuse. In Ireland, over...

Dates:              Friday 8th and Saturday 9th December Venue:              FDYS, Island Road, Enniscorthy, Wexford Times:              11am to 7pm Cost per Stall:   €25.00 per day Please note the hall will be open to traders from 9am and for the public from 11am.  If you are...

The Ana Liffey Drug Project are inviting young people aged 12-25 to enter the annual “Let’s Talk About Drugs” National Youth Media Awards Competition. The competition, in its fifth year, aims to get young people thinking about drugs and alcohol issues...

Looking forward to seeing you on tuesday for our annual halloween fest A fun night of frivolity and fireworks for all the family

  A one day training course to Support the Promotion of Positive Mental Health   Tuesday 14th November 2017 9.30am to 4.30pm   Venue: Kilcannon Garden Centre, Enniscorthy, Co Wexford Aim:  To increase participants’ understanding of what influences mental health and well being and the strategies...

  Preparing for a successful transition from second level to Further / Higher education A Free Information Event for Transition Year and Senior Cycle students and their Parents/Guardians Wednesday, 25th October at 7.00 – 9.00 pm in the Talbot Hotel Wexford Talks and...

LGBTI Youth Wexford been officially placed on the Shortlist for the Gay and Lesbian Awards 2017,  taking place on the 21st October in the Mansion House  Dublin. This is the eighth annual GALAS Ireland LGBT awards, and is the first nomination...

Student Leap Card is Ireland’s national student travel and discount card available to all second-and third-level students in full time education and is available in Youth Info, Francis Street  Wexford at the new low cost of €10.00.  It is...

Ferns Diocesan Youth Service: Community Employment Vacancies FDYS works with children, young people and adults and communities in County Wexford providing an array of quality services informed by a person centre approach including; Youth Projects Mainline Youth Clubs Garda Youth...

Equality 17 Youth Work Ireland National Consensus Conference, 2017 Date: Saturday October 21st, 2017 Venue: Royal Hospital Kilmainham Time: 10am-4pm Equality 17 is the highlight of a year-long campaign by Youth Work Ireland  and its Equality 17 partners to support young people become involved in equality...

  FDYS, Youth Information, Coolcotts youth Project and CBDI  will host an event in The Bullring Wexford, from 2- 4.30pm.This event will promote a message raising awareness around suicide and suicide prevention at a local level. The event is part...

Introduction to Youth Mental Health This is a 1 day interactive workshop for those who work or volunteer with young people.  The workshop has been developed by Jigsaw: The National Centre for Youth Mental Health, and delivered in collaboration with...

STEM is a training programme supporting youth workers to inspire young people to create, invent and make with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). As well as receiving a day of hands-on Techspace Maker Training, youth workers will receive...

Searching for accommodation can be difficult for new students. The deciding factors will be location and budget; however consideration should be given to the student’s personality. Everybody has different needs when it comes to living space. Some people are...

  BIMM Institute Dublin, part of the BIMM (British and Irish Modern Music) Institute, Europe’s leading provider of modern music education, will host an ‘Accelerated Application Day’ on Friday, 25th August from 1pm to 5pm at its Francis Street premises in Dublin...

Leaving Cert Results!   Enjoy the celebrations and stay safe Know how you will get home – plan ahead, particularly if you’re going to a part of town you don’t know. Eat before you go out and drink plenty of water....

Leaving Cert Results!!! Not What You Expected • Don’t Panic • There are alternative routes to take. • Take the time to review your options.   Call into Youth Info, Frances Street Wexford Tel: 053 9123262, find us on facebook or www.fdys.ie Teenline 1800 83 36...

Thousands of students will be opening their Leaving Cert results tomorrow as they get ready to move forward on their career path. Many will get the grades they need for college but lots of others will be left disappointed. Whatever...

Volunteers Needed    We are studying brain activity in teenagers who are experiencing feelings of sadness and irritability. Visit Trinity College Dublin to perform some psychological tasks and noninvasive brain recordings (MRI). Help us understand depression, and get €20 and a photo of your brain. If you...

FDYS are currently looking to engage with a photographer who could develop a programme with young people in the Wexford town area within the Youth Work Residency Scheme to commence in September 17. The scheme is designed to promote innovative...

While it may seem like a long time since CAO was the main concern for Leaving Cert candidates, the closing date for the change of mind process is 1st July  and brings the opportunity to revisit your application. The change...

The LGBTI youth group caters for young people who identify as LGBTI, it is a safe space where young people can express themselves as they feel. We do a wide variety of programs including but not limited to :...

IT Carlow's Lifelong Learning Programme provides opportunities for adults to upgrade their skills and qualifications. Accredited courses are offered in the areas of Business, Computing, Science, Engineering and Humanities.  Courses are available at the main campus at IT Carlow as well...

  The Youth Work Ireland Volunteer Achievement Awards were introduced in 1999 to recognise the contribution made to the Federation by volunteers. During the past decade or more this programme has gone from strength to strength. The annual awards event...

  Over many years FDYS has been very lucky to have third level students placed in its services.  More recently we have re-structured the programme to meet the needs of the organisation and ensure better learning outcomes for our students...

 Get organised- Check and double check the times and locations of your exams.    Alarm set- Make sure you leave more than enough time to get into school allow for delays.   Get some breakfast- Your stomach might be in knots, but going...

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) have announced there will be a change in the identification requirements for any person applying to sit the Driver Theory Test from the 1st of June 2017. There will also be new questions added to...

The Leaving Cert is just around the corner, and with just a few weeks to go the stress and panic will be setting in. However, with a few simple steps you can feel more prepared for your big exam. Make...

Apprenticeship is defined as a programme of structured education and training which formally combines and alternates learning in the workplace with learning in an education or training centre. It is a dual system, a blended combination of on-the-job employer-based...

One of the key findings from the Mental Health Needs Assessment, carried out by the National Youth Health Programme in 2015, was the need to support organisations, practitioners and young people access appropriate mental health services. In response to this...

  Give yourself plenty of time to study. Make space for yourself to study, in your room / in a quiet space, make it comfortable with good lighting. Try to understand information instead of memorising it. Read over your notes regularly. Use your own...

IRELAND IS TO become the first country in the world to carry out a national LGBT youth strategy. Young people around Ireland are being urged to get involved and share their views over the coming months, with events organised around the...

The One For Ireland charity is running its annual campaign weekend from 28th April to 1st May. Every year the organisers call for donations of €1 or €2 to an important cause, and for 2017 they have chosen the vital issue...

  Youth Work Ireland Week 2017 Saturday April 22 - Saturday April 29, 2017 FDYS Schedule of Events     DATE: VENUE: WHAT’S HAPPENING: SAT 22 APRIL     (RUNNING ALL WEEK)               (RUNNING ALL WEEK)   FDYS Francis Street and the Cloister Youth Café, Wexford – during opening hours Visual Display and walkway...

Here in Ireland we are blessed with an entire three months of summer holidays. So it makes perfect sense to do something productive with that time, learn new things, make new friends and of course earn some money, If...

This is the culmination of a youth participant led initiative focusing of youth mental health. Over 4 months young people from New Ross and Wexford Town have developed the performance piece 'Monkey'. A full resource pack has also been developed to...

Venue: Horse & Hound Inn Hotel Ballinaboola Foulksmills Co. Wexford (€10 charge at the first session only – to cover course materials) Date: 6 Week Programme Tuesday Evenings 7:30 – 9 pm Starting Tuesday 25th April 2017 The course: ‘Stress Control’ is a six session evening class for adults. Each session...

There has been a significant drop in the number of students applying to train as nurses and teachers, according to preliminary data published by the CAO. Data indicates that prospective third level students may be influenced by the debate around...

  The Pro Youth initiative focuses on the promotion of health in young people aged 15 to 25, specifically related to healthy eating, body satisfaction, and eating disorders. The online platform offers various information and support modules to young people. The...

The Irish Youth Music Awards Returns To The Aviva Stadium on 22 April 2017 Tickets on Sale Now For All Ages Youth Music Festival  Featuring Education Hub with Music Industry Professionals Youth Work Irelands Irish Youth Music Awards (IYMAs) marks its ten-year anniversary...

FDYS provide a Youth Counselling service for young people who may be  experiencing problems. Whether it's health concerns or issues with parents or people at school. talking to a Counsellor in a supportive and non-judgmental environment can help You can be referred...

  Join young people and decision makers from across Ireland in shaping a more inclusive, diverse and connected society at the Young Voices :Ideas to Action  event this February 23rd. This event is for young people aged 15 to 30, who want...

Spearheaded by the National Eating Disorders Association, the goal of National Eating Disorders Awareness  Week is to shine the spotlight on eating disorders and put life-saving resources into the hands of those in need. This year’s theme is It’s...

EIL Intercultural Learning is an Irish not for profit organisation facilitating learning mobility programmes for over 2,000 people every year. Our Volunteer Abroad Programme offers flexible and varied opportunities all year round. Projects are available in Asia, Africa and...

The CBDI are commencing a new support group in February in Gorey and Wexford. SMART Recovery - Self Management for Addiction Recovery The SMART Recovery 4-Point Program® helps people recover from all types of addiction and addictive behaviors   The Purpose To support individuals who have...

January 20th, 2017 at 5.15 pm This is the closing date for the CAO early-bird on-line applications. A fee of €25 applies before this date and increases then to €40, until February 1st. February 1st at 5.15pm Closing date for normal applications...

    About? The Global Awareness Programme (GAP) in partnership with the Global Citizen Award is an exciting training, volunteering and awareness raising project based on 4 of the new Global Goals for Sustainable Development. You get? Volunteer for 8 weeks in a global goals-based project. Examples of Goals...

  Interested in College? Are you over 23? An Information event on the 12th January 2017 may help you decide please see the poster or contact the College for further information 053 918 58 02 or studentserviceswexford@itcarlow.ie

A new food pyramid has been launched, which highlights the importance of eating more fruit and vegetables. According to the Department of Health, research over the last decade has shown that eating habits in Ireland ‘are not consistent with optimal...

This morning we launched ‘Compass’, an innovative new tool to point young jobseekers in the direction of new learning and work opportunities. The search tool is powered by hundreds of information factsheets and employment support service listings created by youth...

The public is being urged to have its say on how old children should be before they are allowed to access social media. It is part of new EU plans for a so-called 'digital age of consent' of anywhere between...

    World aids day is celebrated today 1st December  to raise the public awareness about AIDS (Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome). AIDS is a pandemic disease caused due to the infection of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The day is celebrated by...

The 16 days of Action Global Campaign which opposes violence against women and is run each year to raise awareness of the issue. This year, Women’s Aid’s theme for the 16 Days is Change the Conversation. The idea behind...

The Journey Never feeling like you really belong, Like the emotions inside you are wired all wrong. That you’re just so different from all of your friends, That despair and depression will never end. Who can you talk to? Who can you trust? With all...

College Awareness Week will take place from 21-27 November 2016.   The campaign wants to change current attitudes and trends towards higher education among the marginalised groups in Irish society, such as people with disabilities, those from ethnic minorities and members...

Most of us enjoy fireworks and the beauty of the bright lights in the night sky but did you know that it is illegal in the Republic of Ireland to use or have fireworks with out the proper licence. Serious...

Irish Youth Music Awards Launches 2016/2017 Programme   Ireland’s Only All Island Youth Focused Music Awards and Festival Enters Tenth Year   Youth Work Ireland’s Irish Youth Music Awards (IYMAs) programme launches 20th October, marking its ten-year anniversary, this all island youth music...

  The National Youth Council of Ireland and the Department of Children and Youth Affairs want to invite you to join us as we continue the journey towards implementing positive change in Ireland and Europe by looking at the recommendations that...

          Venue Amber Springs Hotel Wexford Road Gorey Co. Wexford Y25 FY07 (Note: there will be a €10 charge on the first morning for course materials) Date 6 Week Programme Tuesday mornings 10:30 – 12 pm Starting Tuesday 8th November The course ‘Stress Control’ is a six session evening class for...

    GROW Community Education programme MANAGING STRESS 4 week course starting Thursday the 27th of October 10.30am-12.30pm To book your place Taghmon Family Resource Centre, Joseph Street, Taghmon, Co. Wexford. Ph.  053-9134465   Your mental health and understanding it Managing Stress Confidence and Self esteem GROW and how it works   GROW promoting...

According to the International Labour Organisation, non-discrimination at work is a fundamental human right. This is enshrined in Irish law through the Employment Equality Acts 1998-2011 and the Equality Act 2004. There are 9 grounds on which people cannot...

“According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the rate of substance abuse disorders among LGBT individuals isn’t well known, but studies indicate it may be 20% to 30%, which is significantly higher than the general...

Is a high-flying career in the skies for you? If so, Aer Lingus is hiring! The 2017 Cabin Crew recruitment campaign for the company's Dublin base is now open for applications. Closing date for applications is 21st October. Do you have excellent...

World Mental Health Day 10th October is a day for global mental health education and awareness.  The overall objective is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world. FDYS Wexford are hosting a range of activities including: ‘High Five...

FDYS Junglebox/Wolfe Tone Community Group   DSP CE Scheme    Have Vacancies for the following positions   Assistant Childcare Worker – Junglebox Childcare Center   After-school Worker – Wolfe Tone After-school Group   Environmental Worker – Wolfe Tone   All applicants must meet DSP Criteria If interested in any of the...

  Minister of State for Communities and the National Drugs Strategy Catherine Byrne, TD, has called on service users, parents, families, young people, organisations and all members of society across the country to provide their views on the current drugs...

As part of World Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday 7th September, FDYS and Youth Train will host a collaborative event, “Cake & Chat”, which will promote a message raising awareness around suicide and suicide prevention at a local level....

Student Leap Card is Ireland's national student travel and discount card available to all second-and third-level students in full time education and is available in Youth Info, Francis Street at the new low cost of €10.00.  It is the...

    The cost of college can often come as a shock for both parents and students.  Many students find it financially difficult to meet the cost of going to college.  This is often mentioned as one of main reasons why...

  Searching for accommodation can be difficult for new students. The deciding factors will be location and budget; however consideration should be given to the student’s personality. Everybody has different needs when it comes to living space. Some people are...

  First round offers will be available on Monday 22nd August; you have a week to consider before you accept the offer. A reply date will be printed on Offer Notices. If you wish to accept an offer, you must...

  Well done everyone who got their leaving cert results. This can be an anxious time for students from calculating points to accepting offers to searching for accommodation. We can support you in all of this and more by clicking on the...

  Summer GIG Monday Music Programme is hosting its first GIG Monday 25th July 7-9 pm in FDYS Francis St. Performing acts include: The Tractor Factory,  Aaron James McStein, Molly and Ultan, Corner Boy This is a free event and everyone is welcome                         

Youth Consultation - Have Your Say The National  Youth Council of Ireland and the Department of Children and Youth Affairs invite you to a youth consultation as part of the Europe-wide Structured Dialogue Cycle V theme 'Enabling all young people to engage...

Cyberbullying  refers to cruel or bullying messages sent to you online. These might be from people you know. They can also be sent anonymously and include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social...

It’s time to kick back and enjoy the summer, to help you fill in those long summer days we have put together a  list of some of the upcoming  festivals around the country, all that's left for you to...

The Closing date to submit new applications for the 2016/2017 Academic year is 8th July 2016 The student grant is the main source of financial help available from the Irish State for students in full-time Post Leaving Certificate Courses (PLCs)...

  You’ve just finished or you will finish your exams by the end of the week now you can breathe a sigh of relief. At this point It is time to look for that all important summer job. Looking for a job...

Men’s Health Week is being celebrated from Monday 13th until Sunday 19th June . The theme for 2016 is “Men United-for health and well being.” It is celebrated in most European countries, as well as in USA, Austrailia, New Zealand,...

  Exams can be stressful experiences, however, we can’t wave a magic wand and remove all the stress they may cause, but we can give you some guidance and tips on surviving the next couple of weeks..   Start your preparation...

It’s summer holiday time again. Everyone is looking forward to spending a much time as possible outdoors in the sun, at the beach, in the local park or in the garden but have you remembered to put on your...

Greater Manchester police said the two 21-year-olds were left unconscious after taking the pills while at a nightclub on Princess Street in Manchester city center. The pills were believed to be MDMA tablets called “Lego” because they were in the...

Ecstasy tablets have doubled in strength over the past decade, but have remained steady in price, according to a major report from a Dutch research institute, which warns of the mounting dangers posed by synthetic drugs. In 2005, a typical...

  THE HSE has issued an alert following the deaths of several people in the last four weeks as a result of the use of an Ecstasy-like drug. There have also been a number of hospitalisations from the ingestion of the...

    See Change, the National Stigma Reduction Partnership and our 90 partner organisations are rolling out a month long national Green Ribbon Campaign to get people talking openly about mental health problems in May 2016   Experiencing a mental health problem is...

The National Youth Council of Ireland ,together with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are delighted to announce the call for applications for the United Nations Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2016-2017 which will see two young people...

  Music Programme (ages 13-25) Monday evenings 7:00 – 8:30pm in FDYS Francis St. Wexford The new music programme has been up and running now for a few weeks.  Local musicians are volunteering their time to give back to young people the...

The Irish Times Higher Options September 14, 15 & 16 RDS Simmonscourt, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Bookings for 2016 stands and tickets open early May The Irish Times Higher Options is one of Ireland’s biggest student events and has become an annual fixture...

  Points increases likely for architecture, engineering, construction and business College applicants are flocking to third-level courses linked to the economic recovery with a big jump in CAO applications to architecture, engineering, construction and business-related courses. A record 76,000 people have applied to...

The study found that over half of 14 to 18-year-olds had self-harmed, 70% had suicidal thoughts and one in three had attempted suicide. HSE national office for suicide prevention, reveals that LGBT people still experience bullying at school, fear of...

The programme will train a team of volunteers to deliver tutorials to students interested in additional lessons in a casual environment. Working closely with the schools a schedule of programmes will be arranged and then offered to people to attend...

Youth Club Excluded Activity Insurancece ce FormFDYS Youth Clubs - Designated Persons phone numbers Development Book for Clubs 2013-14 FDYS Youth Clubs Child Protection Policy Garda Vetting Form Volunteer Affiliation Form

The first step to securing employment, and hopefully the job you want, is to present yourself in the best light to your prospective employers. This all starts with your C.V., your Resúme, your Curriculum Vitae. We all know what...

The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education. DARE offers reduced points places to school leavers who as a...

The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR)  is a college and university scheme which offers places on reduced points and extra college support to school leavers from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds who are resident in the Republic of Ireland. HEAR has been set up...

The Student Grant is the main source of financial assistance and anyone who is thinking of embarking on further study should investigate whether they are eligible. There are also other way to finance your way through education but navigating...

There are a lot of myths around about sex. Here are the truths about some common misconceptions regarding sexual health. Myth: You can't get pregnant during your period This is false: No matter what your cycle length, you can get pregnant...

Travel opens up a whole world of opportunities for study and work abroad. The J-1 Summer Work and Travel Programme is one of these opportunities which allow full-time third level students to enter the US on a J-1 Exchange Visitor...

Interviews can be nerve wrecking at the best of times, however a key area of interview success is preparation. If you are among 400 applicants for one job, it’s a lot like musical chairs - winning just means surviving until...

Everyone has rights and entitlements in the workplace. This includes rights to the minimum wage, holiday entitlements and a certain amount of time for breaks. The new minimum wage rates listed below came into effect in Ireland on the 1st...

2015 was the busiest year ever for the LGBT Helpline, the national support service for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. Almost 77,000 people accessed information and support through the organization’s telephone helpline and online services last year. These findings are...

Bullying is unwanted negative behaviour, verbal, psychological or physical, conducted by an individual or group against another person (or persons) and which is repeated over time. Placing a once-off offensive or hurtful public message, image or statement on a...

There is plenty of information in relation to LGBTI issues in Ireland to be found online. Below we have just a handful that you may find helpful. www.lgbt.ie www.teni.ie www.belongto.org www.glen.ie

Follow as many of the links as you need or drop in and have a chat youth our staff in Youth Info, Francis Street Wexford 053 91 23262 http://spunout.ie/healthhack http://www.headstrong.ie/help/ http://www.youthworkireland.ie/ http://www.youthhealth.ie/  

It’s not just for those with problems, you need to look after your Mental Health in the same way as you would your physical health. What can I do to help maintain positive mental health? Eat well, be well. A lot...

For better or worse we all have them but how do we deal with them and what is a good relationship. All relationships can take work in order to stay happy and healthy within that relationship. It also takes...

There are many drugs out there some legal and others illegal most have myths and misinformation attached to them and its not always easy to know fact from fiction Drugs.ie have a comprehensive section on both drugs and alcohol. Here...

Do you know your rights? Do you know others have rights too? Want to learn more about how you can get accommodation or where to look for it: A few things to remember when you move for the first time:...

To the moon and back we all like the idea of travelling some nice but are you prepared? If you are going abroad for work or play it is always wise to check out the https://www.dfa.ie/travel/know-before-you-go/safety-and-security/ for the area...

Be it midday on the main street or midnight in the middle of nowhere your personal safety is very important and how you look after it can mean the difference between getting home safely and a trip to the...

The National Further Study Fair at the RDS in Dublin is expected to attract over 2,000 people. There will be an opportunity for prospective students to find out about the best route to employment through further education and what...

Finishing school is a time for some serious thinking (and dreaming) about your future: , you need to decide what’s best for YOU and whether you want to continue studying in college or university, take some time out, get...