Promoting the Voice of Young People in Europe
March 6, 2015NIYF Director Chris Quinn was at the European Parliament in Brussels this week representing the views of young people from NI to decision makers at a European Level. A delegation invited and facilitated by Martina Anderson MEP took part …
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Northern Ireland record poll for Youth Parliament
March 4, 2015This year’s Youth Parliament election has seen 11,344 young people aged 11 to 18 cast their vote across Northern Ireland, surpassing any previously established record and taking their opportunity to vote and decide who will represent them and campaign on …
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Anti-Age Discrimination laws discriminate against the young
February 19, 2015Anti-Age Discrimination laws discriminate against the young Proposed new legislation announced at Stormont today actively discriminates against under-16s, according to a leading youth organisation. Junior Ministers Jonathan Bell and Jennifer McCann today announced consultation on the long awaited ‘Goods Facilities …
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Participation of the Isles
February 13, 2015This weekend the NI Youth Forum is leading a 3 day ‘Participation seminar’ entitled ‘Participation of the Isles’. The event brings together 30 young people from across England, Scotland, Wales, Rep. of Ireland and N. Ireland. The Young people aged …
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Antrim Youth Awards 2015
February 5, 2015ANTRIM YOUTH AWARDS – NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN Recognising the achievements of young people aged 11 – 18 in Music & the arts, sport, culture, citizenship, volunteering, Heart of Gold and Achievement in Learning. Please share this opportunity to recognise young …
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