Donegal Youth Service

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Donegal Youth Service Donegal Youth Service is the longest-established indigenous youth organisation in County Donegal.

In 2026, we mark 45 years of supporting young people aged 8–30 through safe spaces, youth voice and meaningful youth work.
1981–2026 | 45 Years of Youth Work Donegal Youth Service is the key youth work agency in Donegal and works to deliver generic and explicit youth work programmes and activities that best meet the needs of young people and the adults who support them. Donegal Youth Service is an energetic and contemporary youth organisation constantly striving to meet the needs of the ever changing youth population. We are a unique service in that we are locally managed and can respond quickly to local need.

Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | DunfanaghyAre you looking for an opportunity to gain experienc...
06/11/2026

Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | Dunfanaghy
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills and make a positive difference in your local community?
Donegal Youth Service is offering a Community Employment (CE) position for a Youth Support Worker in Dunfanaghy.
This is a great opportunity to support local young people through engaging activities such as games, sports, arts & crafts, homework clubs and other youth activities.
No previous experience is required — you will receive support, training and the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while working with young people in your community.
You may be eligible if you are:
• 21+ and receiving a qualifying social welfare payment for 12 months or more, or
• 18+ if you are part of an eligible disadvantaged group.
Applicants will be required to provide character references and complete Garda vetting.
👉 For more information or to apply, contact:
CE Supervisor Aideen Shiels
📞 085 873 1941
📧 [email protected]
You can also contact your local Intreo Centre and speak with an Employment Personal Advisor to check your eligibility and apply.
Take the next step in building your skills and supporting young people in your community.

🌈 You Belong Here! 💙Join us this Saturday, 7 November, outside An Grianán Theatre in Letterkenny for Chalk It Up! 🎨This ...
05/11/2026

🌈 You Belong Here! 💙

Join us this Saturday, 7 November, outside An Grianán Theatre in Letterkenny for Chalk It Up! 🎨

This week (2–6 November), schools, Youthreach centres and youth services across Ireland are taking part in Stand Up Awareness Week 2026, organised by .

This year’s theme, You Belong Here, reminds us that every young person deserves to feel safe, respected and valued for who they are.

At Donegal Youth Service, we’re proud to stand with LGBTQ+ young people and help create welcoming, inclusive spaces where everyone feels they belong. 💙

Come along this Saturday and help us spread a message of kindness, respect and inclusion! 🌈

Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | RAPHOEAre you looking for an opportunity to gain experience, d...
05/11/2026

Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | RAPHOE
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills and make a positive difference in your local community?
Donegal Youth Service is offering a Community Employment (CE) position for a Youth Support Worker in Raphoe.
This is a great opportunity to support local young people through engaging activities such as games, sports, arts & crafts, homework clubs and other youth activities.
No previous experience is required — you will receive support, training and the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while working with young people in your community.
You may be eligible if you are:
• 21+ and receiving a qualifying social welfare payment for 12 months or more, or
• 18+ if you are part of an eligible disadvantaged group.
Applicants will be required to provide character references and complete Garda vetting.
👉 For more information or to apply, contact:
CE Supervisor Aideen Shiels
📞 085 873 1941
📧 [email protected]
You can also contact your local Intreo Centre and speak with an Employment Personal Advisor to check your eligibility and apply.
Take the next step in building your skills and supporting young people in your community.

🌟 Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | LetterkennyDonegal Youth Service is offering an opportunity ...
04/11/2026

🌟 Youth Support Worker – Community Employment Opportunity | Letterkenny

Donegal Youth Service is offering an opportunity for a Youth Support Worker to gain valuable work experience, develop new skills and complete accredited training while supporting local young people.

The role involves helping deliver activities such as games, sports, arts & crafts, homework clubs and other youth activities.

No previous experience is required – training and support will be provided.

You may be eligible if you are:
• 21+ and receiving a qualifying social welfare payment for 12 months or more, or
• 18+ and part of an eligible disadvantaged group.

Applicants will be required to provide character references and complete Garda vetting.

👉 For more information or to apply, contact:
CE Supervisor Aideen Shiels
📞 085 873 1941
📧 [email protected]

You can also contact your local Intreo Centre and speak with an Employment Personal Advisor to check your eligibility.

💈Barbering Models Wanted! ✂️Looking for a few models for FREE haircuts as part of a barbering course in Letterkenny!📅 Se...
03/11/2026

💈Barbering Models Wanted! ✂️

Looking for a few models for FREE haircuts as part of a barbering course in Letterkenny!

📅 Selected dates in November, after 12pm.

📩 Interested? Send a private message to book your spot!

Feel free to share! 🖤🩷

This  , we're delighted to announce the return of Oíche na nÓg 2026! Youth Work Fridays are all about celebrating and sp...
30/10/2026

This , we're delighted to announce the return of Oíche na nÓg 2026!

Youth Work Fridays are all about celebrating and spotlighting the incredible work happening across the youth work sector and the amazing young people at its heart. What better way to kick off this month's Youth Work Friday than by announcing Oíche na nÓg 2026, taking place on 13 November! 🎉

Youth Work Ireland member services across the country will be hosting a range of exciting events and activities to celebrate young people, showcase the impact of youth work, and create opportunities for fun, connection, and participation.
Find your local youth service at https://youthworkireland.ie/our-members/ and keep an eye out for details of events happening near you.



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