CALLING ASPIRING ACTIVISTS

Later this month Co-operation Ireland will be launching our new YOUTH ACTIVISM course, as part of our Co-operation Ireland Future Leaders programme. This OCN accredited course promises to give aspiring young activists an opportunity to develop a ‘toolbox for activism’, by honing skills in lobbying, policy writing, communication and campaign planning.

This course provides aspiring young activists with a framework for effective activism and we welcome young people from all political backgrounds and aspirations.

What The Course Contains

• Introduction to Activism
• Skills Development Sessions and workshops on Lobbying, Communication, Leadership and Campaign Planning
• Opportunity to deliver social action project
• Invitation and travel expenses to CIFL Connect Day at Queen’s University Belfast
• Invitation and travel expenses to attend CIFL Showcase in May at Titanic Belfast

Course Benefits

• Opportunities for aspiring leaders to engage and network with Co-operation Ireland’s global network of industry and business leaders
• Gives aspiring activists a public platform, with use of Co-operation Ireland social media channels
• Excellent for employability and enhancing CV
• Young people can engage and network with other like-minded emerging leaders
• Increased confidence and leadership ability

Registration is NOW OPEN!

Closing date 5pm, Tuesday 24 January. Course begins on Wednesday 25 January.

How To Register

Time commitment is one evening per week for 2 months, starting Wednesday 25th January.

Interested in getting involved? See flyer below for full course information and get in touch below to register

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