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Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25. In 2025 Gaisce is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary.
It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.
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YOUR WAY, YOUR AWARD!
Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25. In 2025 Gaisce is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary.
It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.
Start your Gaisce journey today!
Register as a Participant
YOUR WAY, YOUR AWARD!
Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25. In 2025 Gaisce is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary.
It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.
Start your Gaisce journey today!
Register as a Participant
YOUR WAY, YOUR AWARD!
Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25. In 2025 Gaisce is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary.
It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.
Start your Gaisce journey today!
Register as a Participant
YOUR WAY, YOUR AWARD!
Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25. In 2025 Gaisce is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary.
It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.
Start your Gaisce journey today!
Register as a Participant
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Gaisce’s 40th Anniversary
Gaisce – The President’s Award is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025. Visit our #Gaisce40 hub here to find out about what’s in store!
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Here are the highlights from #PALCON2025, where President`s Award Leaders came together for a full day of reflection, connection and recognition. We revisited the impact of Gaisce over the past 40 years, shared learning with fellow PALs and celebrated leaders receiving a Civic Merit Award for their service to young people. Thank you for the work you do and for shaping the Gaisce journey in communities across Ireland!
Meet Dermot Plunkett, teacher at the Royal School Cavan. Dermot has been part of the school since 1993 and became a President`s Award Leader in 1998 while working with Transition Year students.
For more than two decades he has encouraged young people to build leadership, get involved in activities, volunteer and try new things. Dermot uses Gaisce to help students grow in confidence and work together. As one former Awardee said, “I would not have achieved some things I’ve achieved today without his support.”
Dermot’s students remember the long walks, the conversations and the sense of direction they gained. Many have gone on to complete their Gold Awards and even meet the President along the way.
His dedication and enthusiasm have shaped countless young people and enriched school life in Royal School Cavan.
This video was premiered at PALCON 2025.
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Meet Principal Edward McEvoy from @tullcoll. Edward became a President`s Award Leader in 1987 after looking for something that would support young people and help them build self-confidence.
Over the years, he has guided generations of students, from setting up a kayak club to helping young people stay on the right path when they needed support. As one former Awardee said, “I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for you, Eddie.”
More than a thousand young people in Tullamore College have completed Gaisce since 2012, an incredible impact on the school and community!
This video was premiered at PALCON 2025.
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Meet Deirdre Coyle, Teacher and President`s Award Leader from St. Declan’s College in Cabra.
Deirdre first heard about Gaisce in her first year of teaching and knew straight away she wanted to be part of something that helped young people broaden their horizons and build new skills. Two decades later, her impact is clear. As one Gaisce Awardee shared, “I didn’t appreciate it at the time, the work you put in, or how it would change me as a person.” 💛
Deirdre leads with kindness, commitment and a calm toughness that her students never forget. Her guidance and her belief in her students help them grow in confidence and carry those skills into life. 😊
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Images from our launch of "Roots and Shoots", our Higher Education Global Citizenship Initiative with @student_volunteer.ie, at @universityofgalway! 😊
Through workshops, volunteering, and reflection, you’ll explore what it means to be a global citizen and how your actions can help build a fairer and more sustainable world. 🌍
Learn more on our website: https://www.gaisce.ie/roots-and-shoots/
This project is funded by @irish.aid 💚
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Applications are open for the Roots and Shoots: Gaisce Gold Residential 🌍
This Residential is for Gaisce Gold participants 18+ and will take place over two weekends:
📍 Dublin - Jan 9 -11
📍 Connemara - Jan 16-18
Two weekends of workshops, creativity & connection focusing on Global Citizenship Education, volunteering, and Sustainable Development Goals.
⏳ Apply by 11pm, Sunday, Nov 30!
👉 Apply HERE: https://tinyurl.com/45a6d5nu
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Thank you to every President`s Award Leader and guest who joined us for #PALCON2025. It felt special to celebrate your work and your commitment to supporting young people as they build confidence, grow their skills, and learn more about themselves. Your impact shapes every Award journey. Without PALs, there would be no Gaisce. 👏
A big shoutout to the Gaisce team who brought the event to life. The planning, designing, organising, and attention to detail helped create a day filled with connection and pride. It meant a lot to see so many of you enjoy it. You deserve to feel proud of everything you achieved! 💛
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Gaisce Youth Ambassador @eimearodaly talks about the benefits of doing Gaisce. Get started today by visiting gaisce.ie.
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