Nov 6, 2024 | News & Events
KCYS Killorglin is re-open to welcome all young people.
Ready to connect, explore, and grow? Join us for fun games, tasty snacks, and exciting trips! It’s a great chance to make new friends and create unforgettable memories together.
Check out the days and times below and be part of something amazing!
Every Wednesday
- Secondary Students Drop-In from 1pm – 3pm
- 5th & 6th Class Drop-In from 3:30 – 5pm
- LGBTQ+ Group from 5:30 – 7pm
Every Friday
Oct 11, 2024 | European Opportunities
Are you a young person aged 18–24 years living in Ireland and interested in sustainable travel? Take part in our Time to Move competition to find the greenest route from the Aran Islands to Brussels and be in with a chance to win a European Rail Travel Pass allowing you to travel for seven days around Europe by rail!
Eurodesk provides information on European opportunities for young people (13–30 years) such as volunteering, studying, working and travelling in Europe. In Ireland, Eurodesk is administered by Léargas and aims to empower young people and youth organisations to explore possibilities within Europe.
Each October, during our Europe-wide campaign Time to Move
https://timetomove.eurodesk.eu/, Eurodesk runs many activities to help young people discover how they can explore Europe.
To participate in our Time to Move competition, you will need to plan how you would get from Inishmore Ferry Terminal on the Aran Islands to Grand-Place in Brussels, home of the European Union, making sure you use the criteria below:
– Get there in 6 days or less
– Spend €400 or less on travel
– Use the GREENEST travel methods that you can (bike, electric bike, walk, ferry, bus, train).
*Bonus points will be given if you can include a travel option that provides accessibility options within your travel route, for example, limited or restricted mobility, additional visual or aural needs, sensory friendly travel needs.
Top tip: Put yourself in the shoes of someone who has additional needs while travelling.
Download your Travel Route Planner using the green button below to record and submit your proposed travel plan.
Sample Route Planner and Carbon Emissions Calculator. To help you get started, all applicants will use this
carbon emission calculator to find the greenest travel options. Please note that walking, bike, and electric bike emissions will be calculated as 0 for the purpose of this competition. View our sample Route Planner (
Link to Sample Planner) to get an idea of how to record your route.
Submit your entry to your local Eurodesk multiplier KDYS before 31 October 2024. This can be sent via email or postal mail;
Email: annemurphy@kcys.ie or shannonosullivan@kcys.ie
Terms and Conditions:
- Entrants should be between 18 and 24 years.
- Only one entry per person is permitted.
- Cost of the proposed travel route must be based on one person’s travel costs (excluding accommodation and board).
- Entries must include a link to the timetable for each leg of the journey, where possible, e.g. timetable for bus, ferry, train route.
- Entries with travel costs exceeding €400 won’t be accepted.
- Entries with a route that takes longer than 6 days to complete won’t be accepted.
- Entries with a travel route that does not use green means of transport – that is, walk, bike, bus, train, ferry – won’t be accepted.
- Entries will be judged based on a points system, where points are earned for the least amount of time taken, lowest travel cost, and/or greenest travel option.
- Bonus points will be awarded for accessible travel options, for example, wheelchair accessibility, restricted mobility travel service.
- Entries must be submitted before 31 October 2024 to local Eurodesk multipliers listed on Contact – Eurodesk Ireland, who will select local winners.
- Local winners will be put forward to the national competition, from which four national winners will be selected by Eurodesk Ireland/Léargas. Each national winner will receive a European Interrailing travel pass.
- Prizes cannot be exchanged for monetary value.
- In the event of several entries with the same final score, a draw will be made of these entries to randomly select the final winners.
More Info on the European Rail Travel Pass Prize
The Travel pass is called the Interrail Global Pass Youth 2nd Class and allows 7 travel days any time within 1 month of your start date. See below image for more details or visit
https://www.interrail.eu/en/interrail-passes/global-pass and click on the 7 Days Pass for full details.
Check out the Interrail Railway Travel Map
here to see the rail routes covered by the Pass and which routes require reservations. Interrail Passes include access to a number of free and discounted European ferry routes and boats. You can find an overview of the major ferry lines that have a partnership with Interrail
here.
For further information or any questions, contact
(annemurphy@kcys.ie or shannonosullivan@kcys.ie ) or phone us on (087 7801575/ 085 8075996).
Best of luck to all entrants!
Sep 16, 2024 | Get Involved, News & Events
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting initiative where young people from two different projects within KDYS are coming together to transform our garden space into a beautiful haven of wellbeing! 🌱✨
This collaborative effort aims to create a sanctuary where both young people and staff can relax, regulate, and ground themselves amidst the calming influence of nature. The revitalized space will offer a much-needed retreat for reflection and connection with the environment.
Project Highlights:
- Collaboration in Action: Our dedicated group of young people from two KDYS projects is working together to bring this vision to life.
- Creative Ideas: The team is incorporating innovative ideas to shape this community space, focusing on elements that promote relaxation and wellness.
- Volunteer Days: Participants will be actively involved in planting, painting, and creating throughout the garden’s transformation.
This project is more than just a garden makeover; it’s about building a shared space where everyone can thrive and fostering collaboration with the young people we work with. Let’s cultivate a place of peace and positivity!
Stay tuned for updates on our progress and ways you can support this wonderful initiative. We can’t wait to see this transformation unfold! 🌷💚
Sep 16, 2024 | Education, Health and Wellbeing, News & Events
The Croige team recently completed a First Aid Responder Training, where we gained a wealth of knowledge! Here are some key takeaways we’re excited to share with you: 🚑🩹
👷 Safety First: When providing first aid, always remember to assess the environment and ensure your own safety first before helping others. Your safety is paramount to effectively assisting someone in need.
📦 First Aid Kit: Always ensure you have access to a fully stocked first aid kit. Being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency.
🔌 Defibrillation (AED) & CPR: Did you know that using a Defibrillator (AED) within the first few minutes of a cardiac arrest can dramatically increase survival rates? Combined with effective CPR, we can greatly improve the chances of recovery. Familiarize yourself with the location of the nearest public access AED by logging onto Rescue.ie and using the AED locator function.
🔥 Burns: Quick and proper treatment of burns is vital. Submerge the burn in cool water (tepid water for a child) for at least 10 minutes to reduce pain and prevent further damage. Don’t use running water or ice directly on the burned area as that can cause more damage. Cover the burn with a clean, non-stick dressing.
💔 Breaks and Fractures: immobilize the injured area and keep it stable until professional medical help arrives to prevent further injury. Knowing how to handle fractures can make a big difference in the recovery process.
Finally we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible instructor, Sheila Nolan. Over the course of our 3-day training, Sheila’s vast knowledge and engaging teaching style made for an informative and enjoyable training. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Sheila! 🌟
🚑 Exciting News! 🚑
As a result of our recent First Aid Responder training, we’ve decided to take action and come together to fundraise for a much-needed defibrillator for our Killarney Centre. This initiative is part of an integration program within KDYS aimed at encouraging young people to actively engage with their community.
We are thrilled to involve our young people in this important cause and are looking forward to organizing various fundraising activities to make this happen. Together, we can enhance the safety of our community and empower our youth to make a real difference!
Why is a defibrillator so important? A defibrillator can be a lifesaver during cardiac emergencies, providing a crucial intervention that can significantly increase survival rates. Having one on hand at our centre will ensure we are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively in critical situations.
Stay tuned for more updates on how you can get involved and support this initiative. Let’s come together to equip our centre with this vital lifesaving device! ❤️
