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𝗟𝗢𝗘𝗧𝗕 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 (𝗧𝗬𝗘𝗦𝗜) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 The TYESI is intended to fund programmes, interventions and actions to support young people aged 15 - 24 years who are not in education, employment or training, by providing community-based interventions and support to improve their soft skills, confidence and agency to ensure engagement by young people in progression pathways. The maximum funding available to LOETB for 2024 under the TYESI is €47,000, plus an additional allocation of up to €5,000 for non-capital, once-off set-up costs (in 2024 only). Allocations will be made available on a pro rata basis for 2024. Please see the TYESI Guidance, Information Note, Scoring Template and Application Form for full details regarding the initiative at https://lnkd.in/eSMV5q4r... The closing date for submission of fully completed application forms to LOETB via email only to jthompson@loetb.ie is Wednesday the 6th March 2024. Late applications will not be considered. The Targeted Youth Employability Support Initiative is supported by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.

Adult and community education is vital for the social inclusion and wellbeing of women. In our submission to the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth National Women and Girls Strategy Consultation, our key asks include: 1️⃣ Give equal value to adult and community education so that it gets the support and resources necessary to help women from all backgrounds. 2️⃣ Ensure budgets and policies consider gender so that funding and resources help women, especially those most at risk of marginalisation. 3️⃣ Encourage collaboration between government departments to remove obstacles for women in adult education and make sure our efforts match the goals for inclusive education. Read the evidence-based rationale for prioritising adult and community education ➡️ https://lnkd.in/erjpdX2P #AdultEducation #LifelongLearning

Domain three of our Building strong trusts assurance framework explores inclusion within trusts in more detail. It provides a set of questions your trust can use as a diagnostic tool to identify strengths and challenges, to help build a stronger trust. Questions in element two of this domain include: - Does the trust operate fair access? - Does it welcome and effectively teach disadvantaged children and children with SEND from their local areas? Download the framework to access the full set of questions to consider: https://zurl.co/oqiw #inclusion #inclusiveducation

💡Today the Children's Rights Alliance published #ReportCard2024 the fourth examination of government commitments to children & young people under the PfG Our Shared Future. ✅ There was good progress on a number of key child poverty initiatives along with sustained investment in #EarlyYears. 📚 School Books received an 'A-' grade in recognition of the further expansion of this initiative to students in junior cycle of second-level education. It is important that provision is now expanded to those in senior cycle. 🥘 #FoodPoverty receives a 'B' grade up from last year's 'C+'. It is good to see hot school meals reaching more children however, action is needed to expand or initiate provision to tackle 'holiday hunger' which could use current community infrastructure. 👶 #EarlyYears Reform is awarded an 'A-' grade. The realisation of the goal to invest €1bn 5 years ahead of schedule is indicative of the commitment to change in this area. The finalisation and funding of the new Equal Participation Model is key in order to tackle disadvantage. 🚼 The establishment of a new Childcare Agency is awarded a 'C' grade - the same grade as last year. This reflects the slow progress to setting up the entity and the likelihood this will not be achieved within the lifetime of this government. ❌ At the other end of the grading table, the report highlights that there is much to be done for a number of cohorts of particularly vulnerable children. This includes children living in emergency accommodation, and Direct Provision. 🏚 Family #homelessness receives a 'D-' grade with a record number of children living in Emergency Accommodation. A key driver of the increased numbers living in such accommodation is the lack of exit options. Further investment in prevention serv & child support workers is needed. 🏘 The commitment to end #DirectProvision receives a 'D' grade with a deterioration in standards for children & young people seeking asylum with many being placed in emergency accommodation. The International Protection Child Payment should be introduced urgently. 🏥 #MentalHealth receives the only 'E' grade in this year's report card. While there was a decrease in the number of children admitted to adult psychiatric units almost 4,000 are waiting for a service from CAMHS. Key #ReportCard2024 links: 📒 You can read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3SC84qV 📽 You can watch the launch event here: fb.watch/qkjrMVGesG/

🌟 Bridging Gaps Through Awareness: AICTE Points Activity 🌟 I recently had the opportunity to engage in an insightful AICTE activity focused on Explaining Schemes for Rural Communities and the Transgender Community. The session highlighted several key government initiatives aimed at empowering these groups by providing access to essential resources, education, and economic opportunities. Key takeaways: 🌾 Rural Development Schemes: Programs designed to improve infrastructure, provide better access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities in rural areas. 🏳️🌈 Support for the Transgender Community: Comprehensive schemes offering educational scholarships, job opportunities, and social welfare measures to ensure dignity and inclusion for transgender individuals. 🤝 Inclusivity and Empowerment: Emphasis on creating a society where both rural populations and the transgender community have equal access to growth and development opportunities. This experience underscored the importance of spreading awareness about these schemes to ensure that the benefits reach those who need them most. Together, we can contribute to a more inclusive and equitable future. #AICTE #RuralDevelopment #TransgenderRights #Inclusivity #Empowerment #EqualOpportunities #SocialWelfare #EducationForAll #CommunityDevelopment

As justification for pushing forward with the Government's approach to Youth Crime, the Prime Minister has repeatedly claimed that we have tried the approach advocated for by experts in Youth Development, Child Psychology and Children's Rights. Now of course he goes on to claim that (despite an overall reduction in youth crime over the last decade) taking an evidence based approach has failed. This is despite evidence that the system works for the majority of our children, with a small group needing more support to be successful. I explore this further in my latest below... #YouthJustice #YouthCrime #YouthWork #EndYouthHomelessness #Poverty #LoveIsTheWay

Help! Calling my colleagues from the field of inclusion and advocacy. How are we dealing with problematic labelling such as ‘special educational needs’? As a disabled woman of colour I continue to be determined in unlearning the ableism I have been conditioned with throughout my life. As a professional within the disability and inclusion field I am working at ensuring my content and delivery does not perpetuate ideology that my community have highlighted as harmful. And yet….. I am really struggling to communicate without using these established terms when it comes to formal communication in bid writing for example, cooperate spaces, educational establishments, local authorities etc. Similar to the BAME label. Despite much protest and dialogue explaining how problematic the term is and it’s lack of representation, there hasn’t been an alternative provided and many organisations continue to use it. So, my question is, how do we move away from terms like ‘special educational needs’ and ‘BAME’ still ensure people know what we are talking about? Especially in spaces where this work is very new and the concept of inclusion is emerging. #inclusion #ableism #labeling #ProfessionalDevelopment

✨ CORE VALUES CHILDREN'S RIGHTS by: Luis Saro ➡️ The Convention on the Rights of the Child is an international document that establishes the basic rights of all children, regardless of their race, religion, gender, or nationality. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1989 and is ratified by over 190 countries. ➖ People who advocate for the Convention on the Rights of the Child believe that all #children have the right to grow and develop in a safe and healthy environment, to have access to #education and health care, to be protected from #violence and exploitation, and to participate in the life of society. ➖ The core values of a person who advocates for the Convention on the Rights of the Child are: 🔹#Dignity: All children have #dignity and deserve to be treated with respect. 🔹#Equality: All children have the same rights, regardless of their circumstances. 🔹#Protection: All children have the right to be protected from violence, #exploitation, and #discrimination. 🔹#Participation: All children have the right to participate in the life of society and to express their #opinions. ➡️ These #values are essential to ensuring the well-being and development of children. They are present in the actions and decisions of people who work for the defense of children's rights, whether in the government, civil society, or individual sphere. * Here are some examples of how these core values can be applied in practice: ⤵️ 🔸Dignity: A person who advocates for the dignity of children can work to ensure that they have access to education, health care, and other essential services. 🔸Equality: A person who advocates for the equality of children can work to combat discrimination against children with disabilities, children from minority communities, or children in #vulnerable situations. 🔸Protection: A person who advocates for the protection of children can work to prevent domestic violence, sexual abuse, and child labor. 🔸Participation: A person who advocates for the participation of children can work to ensure that they have a voice in decision-making that affects their lives. ➖The #CoreValues of a person who advocates for the Convention on the Rights of the Child are an inspiration to all who work to build a better world for children. ____________________________________ ✅ Thank you for being on this journey with me. I wish you all the best in your prosperous path. * Do you agree? Share you COMMENTS below. ⤵️ * Hit the 🔔 on my profile to be notified when i post | Luis Saro * Do you agree? Share you COMMENTS below. ⤵️ ____________________________________ #️⃣ #CoreValues #Excellence #Harvard #HumanRigths #Prosperity #DecisionMaking

✨ CORE VALUES CHILDREN'S RIGHTS by: Luis Saro ➡️ The Convention on the Rights of the Child is an international document that establishes the basic rights of all children, regardless of their race, religion, gender, or nationality. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1989 and is ratified by over 190 countries. ➖ People who advocate for the Convention on the Rights of the Child believe that all #children have the right to grow and develop in a safe and healthy environment, to have access to #education and health care, to be protected from #violence and exploitation, and to participate in the life of society. ➖ The core values of a person who advocates for the Convention on the Rights of the Child are: 🔹#Dignity: All children have #dignity and deserve to be treated with respect. 🔹#Equality: All children have the same rights, regardless of their circumstances. 🔹#Protection: All children have the right to be protected from violence, #exploitation, and #discrimination. 🔹#Participation: All children have the right to participate in the life of society and to express their #opinions. ➡️ These #values are essential to ensuring the well-being and development of children. They are present in the actions and decisions of people who work for the defense of children's rights, whether in the government, civil society, or individual sphere. * Here are some examples of how these core values can be applied in practice: ⤵️ 🔸Dignity: A person who advocates for the dignity of children can work to ensure that they have access to education, health care, and other essential services. 🔸Equality: A person who advocates for the equality of children can work to combat discrimination against children with disabilities, children from minority communities, or children in #vulnerable situations. 🔸Protection: A person who advocates for the protection of children can work to prevent domestic violence, sexual abuse, and child labor. 🔸Participation: A person who advocates for the participation of children can work to ensure that they have a voice in decision-making that affects their lives. ➖The #CoreValues of a person who advocates for the Convention on the Rights of the Child are an inspiration to all who work to build a better world for children. ____________________________________ ✅ Thank you for being on this journey with me. I wish you all the best in your prosperous path. * Do you agree? Share you COMMENTS below. ⤵️ * Hit the 🔔 on my profile to be notified when i post | Luis Saro * Do you agree? Share you COMMENTS below. ⤵️ ____________________________________ #️⃣ #CoreValues #Excellence #Harvard #HumanRigths #Prosperity #DecisionMaking

Democrats achievements: Here are some achievements that Democrats are proud of: 1. Affordable Care Act (ACA/Obamacare, 2010) - expanded healthcare coverage to millions 2. Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965 - landmark legislation for racial equality 3. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA, 1970) and environmental regulations (e.g., Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act) 4. Social Security and Medicare expansions (e.g., 1983 amendments, Medicare Part D) 5. LGBTQ+ rights advancements (e.g., repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell, 2015 same-sex marriage ruling) 6. Women's rights and gender equality progress (e.g., Title IX, Violence Against Women Act) 7. Immigration reform (e.g., 1986 Amnesty, DACA, DREAM Act proposals) 8. Minimum wage increases and labor rights protections (e.g., Fair Labor Standards Act updates) 9. Student loan and education reforms (e.g., Pell Grant expansions, student loan forgiveness programs) 10. Climate change and renewable energy initiatives (e.g., Paris Agreement, Green New Deal proposals) 11. Disability rights and accessibility improvements (e.g., Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990) 12. Consumer protection laws and agency creations (e.g., Consumer Financial Protection Bureau) Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and opinions may vary among Democrats on the significance and impact of these achievements. #Democrats #America #achievements