Youth Work Ireland Tipperary (YWIT) adopts a rights-based, youth-led approach to foster learning, innovation, hope and high expectations in young people, their families and their community. Its methods of engagement with young people include group work, individual supports, drop in and outreach work.

The Templemore Youth Project, part of Youth Work Ireland Tipperary’s U.B.U programme, provides vital out-of-school supports to young people aged 10-24 in  the Templemore area.  Focused on community based engagement, the project offers a wide range of activities tailored to the needs and interests of young people, including arts and crafts, cooking, drama , outdoor pursuits, health and fitness and advocacy on global and local issues.

Delivered in a supportive and informal learning environment, these programmes aim to strengthen communication, teamwork, self-confidence, mental health and interpersonal skills.  The project also offers one-to-one support, youth café, homework assistance, and specialised clubs for young people with Down’s Syndrome, Autism, and Dyspraxia. Referrals are accepted from agencies, parents, or directly from young people.

YWIT also runs Youth Clubs for young people with Down’s Syndrome and for young people with Autism and Dyspraxia, respectively, in Templemore. (see links below)

Target Groups: Young people experiencing any of the above issues, and from any background or ethnicity.

Eligibility Criteria : Young People, aged 10 – 25 years, in the Templemore area.

Referral : Referrals can be made by statutory, community and voluntary agencies or by parents/guardians and young people themselves.

Contact details : 083 868 5094