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We're hiring!
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Apprenticeships are a practical way to learn on the job and invest in long-term success, for individuals and organisations alike.

Get in touch today to discuss our apprenticeship programmes!

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NI Apprenticeship Week

Are you an employer looking to grow talent from within?

We’re inviting interest in our fully funded apprenticeships in Youth Work and Business Administration, combining real-world experience with meaningful learning.

Local Growth Fund: MPs write to UK Government over voluntary sector funding cut - Committees - UK Parliament

MPs warn the UK Govt that NI’s Local Growth Fund 70/30 split cuts voluntary sector funding by 64%.

This reinforces what the sector has been saying: 11,000 people could lose support & 400 jobs at risk.

The clock is ticking.

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#NICantWait

Our open letter is published today in the Irish News, Belfast Telegraph & News Letter.

A 64% cut to funding tackling economic inactivity is not reform — it dismantles proven support that changes lives and protects services.

Read more: bit.ly/49MsSVc

#NICantWait

Today at Stormont, the voluntary & community sector stood together.

These services are lifelines — not optional extras.

We thank those who stood with us. Now the NI Executive, MPs & UK Govt must act: reverse the 70/30 split and protect services.

Read more: bit.ly/49MsSVc

#NICantWait

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We’re Hiring: Youth Worker (Full-Time)

Join our PEACEPLUS funded Journeys Programme to support young people in self-development and building positive futures!

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You could be eligible for a fully funded apprenticeship
in Youth Work or Business Admin with Springboard.

Work with experienced professionals, learn practical skills, and get paid while you train.

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'To move forward with peace, we have to talk about the elephant in the room'

Young people in Belfast have been taking part in a project looking at division in historically deprived communities

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What a privilege to spend time with the amazing youth workers @springboardopps.bsky.social this week, sharing their #NewScripts for Mental Health — rooted in respect, connection, and community 💙

Find out more about New Script 👇

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The group looked at similarities and differences from Nicosia's Green Line to the peace wall here in Belfast. As they heard from the UN and local peace activists the question was posed;
What is the real cause of division - the walls we physically see, or the walls in our minds?

The Wall2Wall group spent their first day in Cyprus being welcomed into the last divided capital in Europe!
They crossed peace barriers that split one community from another, something that resonates all too well with young people from NI.

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👉 Met the Irish Ambassador, young people from Pyla participating in a bi-communal project and 2 members from the newly established youth committee in Cyprus

Just over half way through the trip this inspiring group of young leaders have accomplished so much!
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👉Visited Varosha, The Abandoned City in Cyprus.

👉Met with UN Peacekeepers, heard about their role in the conflict and took a tour of Ledra Palace

👉Took part in a seminar with Greek and Turkish Cypriot academics highlighting the history and context of Cyprus

PowerUp youth advisory group have had a spectacular week so far in Cyprus. They have been embracing their studies abroad with a jam packed schedule, leaning into the lessons and experiences of the trip.

We look forward to hearing more insights from PowerUp’s study of international peace building, and how they will integrate this learning into their work back home.

@seupb.bsky.social #PEACEPLUS #catalyst4change

The group got straight to action with a walking tour of the city, the last divided capital in Europe. They crossed the UN Buffer zone that divides the island, explored incredible historical landmarks and listened to stories of division and reconciliation. A huge first day for everyone!

The PowerUP youth advisory group have landed safely in Nicosia, Cyprus, for their international study visit.

HeadStart Year 2 Participants Reflect on Transformational Journey • Springboard Opportunities

Year 2 HeadStart participants gathered in a day of reflection and celebration to mark the end of their transformational 2-year journey on the Skills for Life and Work programme!

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Journeys Camp 2025 was phenomenal!

Over 2 days, young people from Belfast, Limavady, Derry/Londonderry, Cavan & Monaghan came together for connection, activities & friendship.

Stay tuned next week for more from this unforgettable gathering!
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It's #InternationalYouthDay2025 we want to highlight some of the proud achievements of our young people.

Morell from our Directions PYDP has secured a place at Start 360 to study her Level 2 Youth Work! We’re delighted she has made this step towards her future!

“If I could talk to people in power about mental health, I would tell them to listen to what people actually want instead of telling us what we need.” - a quote from a @springboardopps.bsky.social Youth Ambassador 💙

If you could talk to people in power, what would you tell them? 🤔

Our Directions participants have shared their experience of their good relations studies so far...

#Directions #IFI #RuralAction #PYDP

Thank you to Paul McCusker for having us in. This is an invaluable experience for our young people exploring citizenship within community

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HeadStart participants recently paid a visit to The People' s Kitchen Belfast to learn more about how the organisation supports people in the city dealing with homelessness. The group came together to build packs of essential items to donate upon their visit for those in need.

“Change is inevitable, just like in nature, and nothing is permanent - this gives hope.”

Earlier this week, #NewScript activists met with @springboardopps.bsky.social Youth Ambassadors in the beautiful surroundings of Gairdín an Phobail 🌱 to chat all things #Give5 and New Script!