New research reveals majority of young people in Ireland are hopeful for the future post COVID-19 April 20, 2020 Almost 70 per cent of young people (aged 16-19) in Ireland are optimistic that society will change for the better in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s according to new research published today (20.04.20), which was carried out by …
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posted by: Stephen Moloney
New programme addressing emerging technologies launched for Safer Internet Day 2020 February 11, 2020 Supporting young people to use the internet in a positive way is an integral part of empowering them to become competent and responsible users of the digital world. That’s according to Webwise, part of the Professional Development Service for Teachers …
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posted by: Sebastian Enke
Hey, what’s the Story of Your Stuff? EPA invites second-level students to consider the environmental impact of everyday items January 16, 2020 The young people who influence the trends of today will be the decision-makers of tomorrow and are encouraged to consider how their everyday decisions can have a positive impact on the environment – and the world. That’s according to Dr …
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posted by: Stephen Moloney
IPRT publishes report examining rights for people with disabilities in prison January 15, 2020 Prisoners with disabilities face discrimination within prison services Isolation in cells, limited availability of accessibility aids, lack of appropriate information on prison services, and limited opportunities to communicate with peers and family members are just some of the barriers and …
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posted by: Sebastian Enke
New research shows over half of Gen Z show strong interest in working in the public sector or for themselves November 12, 2019 Young people in Ireland would like to work in the public sector, or to run their own business. That’s according to new research published by Young Social Innovators (YSI), which was carried out as part of the Young Social Innovators …
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posted by: Aisling Morris