Young SVP (Information for Teachers)

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME

Flexibility within the programme means that it can fit into your group/school community in a way that suits you.

The programme is free & non-competitive.

Young people are at the centre of their own learning, promoting personal development.

Supports from the Young SVP team are available throughout the year.

Links to the curriculum within subjects’ areas in both ROI & Northern Ireland; e.g Religious Education, Citizenship, CSPE, TY programmes

Programme can be used to complement extra curricula activities e.g Gaisce/Pope John Paul II awards; Enrichment programmes; ...and many more.

Participants gain positive, meaningful, experiences of volunteering and social action Participants will learn to understand and take action on social justice.

Participants will have the option of attending Young SVP events where young people & leaders/teachers can share their valued experiences.

Please, contact your regional Youth development officer in Ireland or Northern Ireland to ensure your chosen activity is appropriate and registered – additional guidelines may apply in relation the protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults policy.