As part of the Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival, LYS will host a series of interactive workshops, information sessions, creative activities and open days to showcasing the diverse educational opportunities available for young people and members of the wider community.
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LYS has long been committed to supporting the personal and social development of young people and through its festival programme, LYS aims to foster confidence, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.
Attendees can look forward to workshops in areas such as drug awareness and digital media with opportunities to explore alternative education pathways for teenagers and experience the excitement of a youth café.
Throughout the week young people, staff and volunteers will be available to share their experience youth organisation’s work in youth development, community engagement and alternative education.
Among the highlights of an action-packed Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival with LYS include:
A full list of the LYS events can be found at www.limerickyouthservice.com, www.learningfestival.ie, in the local media or across the many LYS social media platforms.
For more information on the LYS events, contact the Youth Information Centre at yib@limerickyouthservice.con or call 061-412444.
‘We are delighted to once again be part of the Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival,’ said Dermot Troy, LYS adding ‘this festival is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the alternative learning opportunities with LYS and encourage young people to embrace learning in all its forms.’
‘At LYS, we believe learning happens everywhere — in youth spaces, in communities and through shared experiences,’ said Dermot. Youth Information Officer, adding ‘we look forward to welcoming people to our events and celebrating the creativity and potential of young people.’
The Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival is an annual celebration of education, encouraging people of all ages to try something new, develop skills and connect with learning opportunities across the region.
LYS involvement in the Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival reflects its ongoing commitment to empowering young people through learning, participation and personal development.
LYS is a member of Youth Work Ireland and the Irish Association of Community Training Centres, LYS remains committed to connecting with young people and supporting them to reach their full potential.
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