Gaisce Spring 2024 E-Zine
Welcome to the Spring 2024 E-Zine from Gaisce – The President’s Award, with all the details about what’s been happening and news on what’s in store over the next few months! It’s been an exciting start to 2024. Read about some special projects Gaisce has been a part of including A Breath of Fresh Éire and the 2024 Gaisce PAL Appreciation Awards. Summer is fast approaching, and we can’t wait to see current Gaisce Participants achieve their Gaisce Awards. It’s never too late for young people to start their Gaisce Journey and young people can sign up at any stage
Expressions of Interest in Chairperson of the Gaisce Council
The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth invites applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant youth development expertise for an immediate vacancy arising on the Council. Candidates must demonstrate in their application evidence of: Experience Successful track record of achievement through their career Significant experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within a results-oriented environment, having exposure to and involvement in a strategic planning process Proven track record of leadership and consensus building Experience of charity governance, working with or as part of a Board of Trustees, or other relevant experience chairing boards/committees Experience of external
Launch of ‘Breath of Fresh Éire’ – Art Collaboration Between Gaisce, Oberstown and An Garda Síochána Balbriggan
Breath of Fresh Éire, a ground-breaking art collaboration between Gaisce – The President’s Award, Oberstown Children Detention Campus and An Garda Síochána Balbriggan was officially launched on Thursday March 28th. Breath of Fresh Éire consists of three art installations, created by the young people of Oberstown and overseen by artist Joe Caslin. The three parts of the project are: Life’s Patterns, a series of ten individual art pieces drawn by Gardaí and the young people at Oberstown; A Breath of Fresh Éire, a large piece of artwork pained by the young people and community Gardaí. Outreach, a large mural, created
Two Gaisce Awardees from CBS James’s Street Receive Their Bronze Awards
On March 7th , 2024, Gaisce – The President’s Award was delighted to have the opportunity to present awards to two young people from CBS James's Street who completed their award with the School Completion Programme Liberties Dublin 8 Cluster (SCP). SCP is a targeted support programme for Primary and Secondary young people. This support is available under the Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools (DEIS) Programme and funded by Tusla Education Support Services (TESS). SCP aims to retain a young person to completion of the leaving certificate, equivalent qualification or suitable level of educational attainment which enables them to
Gaisce – The President’s Award Awarded Triple Lock Membership by the Charities Institute Ireland
Gaisce – The President’s Award is delighted to announce that the organisation has been awarded the Triple Lock Standard by the Charities Institute of Ireland (Cii). The Triple Lock Standard is awarded to charities that uphold the highest standards in transparent reporting, ethical fundraising and strong governance structures. This recognition is the gold standard for Irish charities to offer assurances to donors, members and the general public.
Aoife Prendergast, Anna-Marie Turley and Orla Leahy join Gaisce’s Council
At the end of January, Aoife Prendergast and Anna-Marie Turley joined Gaisce's Council, and now, in March, Orla Leahy has also become a part of this esteemed group. Their contributions and fresh perspectives will undoubtedly enrich the council’s work and mission for Gaisce - The President's Award! Check out all Gaisce Council Members on our team page: https://www.gaisce.ie/meet-the-team/#gaisce-council Aoife Prendergast Aoife has undertaken a diverse breadth of work with a variety of client groups and settings. She has substantial academic lecturing and management experience in both the UK and Ireland in a variety of roles including her current position as Careers &
Joy Winston appointed Development Officer for North Dublin and Wicklow
Gaisce – The President’s Award is delighted to announce the appointment of Joy Winston to the position of Development Officer for North Dublin and Wicklow with the organisation. Joy has been promoted to the position, having previously held the role of Administrator with Gaisce since 2021. Before joining Gaisce, Joy worked in senior retail management for over 20 years. Originally from Dublin and currently based in Meath, Joy is passionate about the importance of physical and mental health in young people. She volunteers with her local soccer club and is always on a soccer sideline at the weekends. Commenting on
Research: Impact of the Gaisce Award Programme
‘It made you feel you had self-worth’ Does Gaisce - The President’s Award act as catalyst in the enhancement of the psychological attributes of: hope, self-efficacy, self-esteem, happiness, and psychological well-being in its participants? Authors: Dr Niamh Clarke MacMahon Health Service Executive — Longford / Westmeath, Dublin-Mid-Leinster School of Psychology, University College Dublin Dr Gary O’Reilly School of Psychology, University College Dublin This is the first scientific research undertaken in Gaisce’s 30-year existence to investigate the effects of taking part in the programme on its participants. This research report demonstrates that participation in Gaisce leads to significantly enhanced mental health
Gaisce Award Ceremony held at the Department of Justice
On February 27th 2024, the 2nd Youth Justice Gaisce Ceremony was held in the Department of Justice. Minister of State James Browne TD joined Gaisce's CEO Avril Ryan to present Gaisce Awards to a group of young people from a range of YDPs. The young people's PALs, mentors and family were also there to congratulate the young people involved on their achievements. Congratulations to the Awardees! Keith O'Driscoll, Youth Justice Project Officer at KEEP Project, Belmayne & Clongriffin and MC of the event said: "Due to the Gaisce Programme and Youth Justice Workers efforts young people have been pushed into
Scouting Ireland and Gaisce Announce New Registration System for Participants
Scouting Ireland and Gaisce – The President’s Award is launching a new system for the registration and completion of the CSA / Gaisce Dual Award for Scouts, Ventures and Rovers. The new system will simplify the registration and completion experience for all scouts who wish to pursue a Gaisce award alongside their Scouting awards. Scouts registering for the Gaisce award should follow the new process: Youth member to select a mentor and discuss what is involved in achieving the award with them. Youth member to log onto Gaisce website at www.gaisce.ie and register as a participant. For your Gaisce Award
