04/10/2026
We were delighted to be invited to be part of a really beneficial training course this week in our Scout Den. We warmly welcomed both Lisa Polland & Monasterevin Youth Action to our den for the course.
Rather than trying to describe the course in my own words I could not have worded it better than our very own Cub leader Pat Balfe.
As per the wise words of Pat:
“Two different approaches to youth work, one shared goal: supporting young people. 🤝
It was great to bring Monasterevin Youth Action and 14th Kildare Monasterevin Scout Group together for the Fundamentals of Autism and Neuro-divergency Workshop.
This introductory session explored Autism and Neurodivergence, sharing practical strategies to help us better understand and support young people’s individual needs, strengths and ways of experiencing the world.
By learning together, we can create more welcoming, inclusive spaces where Young People feel Understood, Valued and able to Participate in ways that work for them.
Thank you to everyone who took part and to the volunteers in both groups for their continued commitment to young people in our community.
A sincere thank you to Lisa Polland from Families & Autism for delivering the workshop and sharing her expertise, practical strategies and insights.”
