Junior Achievement Ireland

12/08/2026

🔍Curiosity is where future opportunities begin🔎

Through JAI's 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐳𝐞 programme, 6th Class students at Castaheany Educate Together National School in Dublin 15 explored science through hands-on activities, sparking questions, building confidence and encouraging a deeper understanding of the world around them.

With JAI volunteer Sinead from the Central Bank of Ireland sharing her time and expertise, students investigated topics from energy and safety to wellbeing and light, while putting their creativity into action through the Carbon Monoxide Safety Poster Competition.

Experiences like these help young people develop the confidence to explore, discover and imagine what's possible.

Thank you, Sinead, for inspiring curiosity and helping students see the excitement of science.

Gas Networks Ireland Research Ireland An Roinn Oideachais agus Óige - Department of Education and Youth

11/08/2026

🔬How do young people discover where STEM could take them?

Through Junior Achievement Ireland's 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐳𝐞 programme, students at Colaiste Bride Presentation Secondary School in Clondalkin, Dublin 22 had the opportunity to strengthen their STEM confidence while developing essential skills like teamwork, creativity and communication.

Thanks to the expert guidance from JAI volunteer Sudeep of the Central Bank of Ireland, students gained a deeper insights into how STEM skills can open doors to a wide range of future pathways and careers.

By bringing real life experiences and perspectives into the classroom, JAI volunteers like Sudeep help young people connect their learning with future opportunities and the world of possibilities that awaits them.

Research Ireland Oracle

10/08/2026

💙 "𝑾𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝒖𝒔 𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏?"

That was the question a 2nd class student from Divine Mercy Balgaddy National School in Lucan, Co. Dublin asked Junior Achievement Ireland volunteer Elaine Shanley from on her last visit to facilitate the JAI Our Community programme.

"𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑰 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒘𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔, 𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒊𝒇 𝑰 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆."

As Elaine told us, it was a lovely reminder of the innocence and genuine interest of the students.

Thank you, Elaine, for helping to connect young people with the world of work and inspiring the next generation.

30/07/2026

🚀 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!

For over 30 years, non-profit Junior Achievement Ireland has been inspiring young people to realise their potential, connecting education and business to help students develop the skills, confidence, and ambition they need to succeed. Now, we're looking for a passionate Programme Coordinator to join our team in the West region.

In this dynamic, flexible role, you'll build relationships with schools, corporate volunteers, and business partners to support impactful learning experiences that help young people develop the skills, confidence, and mindset needed for their future success.

✨ Benefits
✅ The opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives
✅ Flexible working arrangements
✅ A rewarding role within a purpose-driven organisation that empowers students to realise their potential

If you're ready to help bridge the gap between education and the world of work, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 West Region (Galway, Mayo, Roscommon)
📢 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐰 (link in bio)

17/07/2026

We were so proud to bring the team from Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair - Oifigiúil to JA Europe 's Gen_E competition, a fantastic team that really grew from strength to strength during the Clár na gComhlachtaí programme, supported by Junior Achievement Ireland and Údarás na Gaeltachta.

Junior Achievement Latvia

15/07/2026

Students from Sacred Heart Senior National School explored the exciting possibilities of technology through interactive, hands-on learning that encouraged curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving.

From designing AI-powered solutions to exploring topics such as data analytics and cyber security, they developed a deeper understanding of the digital world and the opportunities it presents. These experiences helped students see how technology connects to their everyday lives and future pathways.

Through the JAI technology programme, delivered by a volunteer from ServiceNow Ireland, students explored emerging technologies in an engaging and inspiring way.

14/07/2026

Students from Trinity Primary School PA, Tuam explored how communities are planned and developed through creative, hands-on learning.

As they designed their own city, they developed teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills while discovering how businesses, services, schools, and shared spaces all play a role in helping communities thrive. The experience encouraged curiosity, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Through the JAI Our City programme, delivered by a volunteer from Deloitte, students explored these ideas in an engaging and inspiring way.

13/07/2026

Students from Lisheenkyle Primary School, Athenry explored energy, wellbeing, and biodiversity through hands-on learning that sparked curiosity and encouraged creative thinking. By investigating renewable energy, reducing waste, and understanding how everyday actions impact local environments, they developed problem-solving skills and a deeper appreciation of sustainability. Practical activities also helped students see how science connects to real life and future opportunities.
Through the JAI Energize programme, delivered by a volunteer from Dexcom, students explored these important topics in an engaging and meaningful way.

10/07/2026

Listen to students from Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair - Oifigiúil share their experience of representing the Gaeltacht at the recent JA Europe Finals in Riga, Latvia

https://www.rte.ie/radio/podcasts/22627804-brianna-ni-fhioruisce-dalta-o-phobalscoil-ghaoth-d/

Údarás na Gaeltachta Junior Achievement Latvia

Tá “Cuan”, teidí a rinne daltaí ó Phobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair a fhorbairt agus a fuair an chéad áit sa Chraobh Náisiúnta de Chlár na gComhlachtaí Údarás na Gaeltachta anois ag déanamh ionadaíochta don tír seo ag an Chomórtas Domhanda i Riga i Latvia.

08/07/2026

Tá a gcur i láthair déanta ag Cuan don chomórtas do chomhlacht na bliana ag JA Europe , agus tá muid fíorbhródúil astu! Tá leas bainte ag na daltaí as an deis iontach atá tugtha daofa agus dúirt ball foirne, Bronnagh: "Is cineál brionglóid atá ann go bhfuil muid anseo i Riga lenár ngnó agus an deis againn é chur i láthair in éindí le fiontraithe óga eile as chuile choirneál don Eoraip. Tá cairde agus ceangail déanta againn nach smaoineodh muid go brách orthu ón uair a thosaigh muid amach i nDún na nGall agus tá muid fíor bhuíoch lenár múinteoirí, tuismitheoirí agus le JAI agus Údarás na Gaeltachta a thug tacaíocht dúinn fáil chomh fada seo."

Ár mbuíochas dá bhfoireann tacaíochta, Údarás na Gaeltachta Aisling Nic Aoidh agus Páid Ó Neachtain, Niamh Grealish agus Aoife McAuliffe, de chuid JAI agus a gcuid múinteoirí díograiseacha Eimear McGinley agus Róisín Nic Phaidin ó Phobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair.

Ireland’s team, Cuan, have just finished their business pitch as part of the JA Europe company of the year competition showcase, and we are so proud of them!

The students have maximised this incredible opportunity and team member, Bronnagh, said "It's been a dream come true to bring our business to Riga and present here beside so many other incredible young entrepreneurs. We've made connections we never dreamed of when we were starting out in Donegal and we've so grateful to our teachers and the team from JAI and Údarás na Gaeltachta for helping us get this far!"

Our thanks to the support team from JAI, Údarás na Gaeltachta and Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair - Oifigiúil.

Junior Achievement Latvia