Annual Conference 2011
23-25 February, Clarion Hotel, Sligo
PROMOTING HEALTH & WELLBEING
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
DAY 1: 23rd FEBRUARY
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09.00-09.50
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Registration Tea & Coffee |
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09.50-10.00 |
DVD Presentation |
Former Youthreach Students |
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10.00-10.05 |
Welcome of Delegates & Introductions
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Mark O’Sullivan Acting Chair, NAYC |
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10.05-10.15
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Official Conference Opening |
Shaun Purcell CEO, Sligo VEC |
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10.15-12.40 |
Keynote Presentation Minding Ourselves through Challenging Times |
Shane Martin, Moodwatchers |
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12.40-12.55 |
SPHE and Youthreach |
Frances Shearer, National SPHE Coordinator |
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12.55-13.00 |
Roundup & Announcements |
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13.00-14.00 |
Lunch |
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14.00-14.30
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Centre Presentation & Q&A: Sligo Youthreach Centre |
Ultan Mulvihill, Coordinator |
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14.30-15.30 |
Workshops: Session 1 Workshop 1: The Power of Story in The Restorative Approach Workshop 2: Harnessing the Positive Workshop 3: Managing Your Non- Pay Budget Workshop 4: FETAC - New Programme Developments |
Paddy O’Connor Northwest Mediation Services
Shane Martin, Moodwatchers
Sharon McDaid & Aisling Lyttle, Co Donegal VEC Finance Department Orla Lynch, FETAC Validation |
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15.30-16.30 |
Workshops: Session 2 (As above) |
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16.30 |
Close |
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19.00 |
Dinner |
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DAY 2: 24th FEBRUARY
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09.15
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Introductions
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Chair: Dr Dermot Stokes National Youthreach Coordinator |
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09.20-9.40 |
Centre Presentation & Q&A: Buncrana & Glengad Youthreach Centres (Inishowen) |
Jayne O’Donnell, Coordinator |
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9.40-10.00
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Centre Presentation & Q&A: Rush Youthreach Centre |
Christine Hughes, Coordinator |
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10.00-10.20 |
MABS Youthreach Programme Overview |
Carol Dunne, MABS |
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10.30-10.50 |
Youthreach Programme Overview |
Dr Dermot Stokes National Coordinator Youthreach; Mary Gordon, DES/NEPS |
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10.50-11.25 |
Viewing Exhibition Stands Tea & Coffee |
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11.25-12.00
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Composite Report on Youthreach Evaluations |
Pat McSitric, Assistant Chief Inspector, Dept. of Education & Skills |
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12.00-12.45 |
Questions & Answers; Programme Overview |
Panel: Pat McSitric, Assistant Chief Inspector; Dr. Dermot Stokes, National Coordinator Youthreach; Seamus Hempenstall, Principal Officer, Further Education Section; Other guest |
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12.45-13.00
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Art Competition Awards |
Sponsors: Brian S. Ryan Office Solutions |
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13.00-14.00 |
Lunch |
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14.00-15.00 |
Workshops: Session 1 Workshop 1: wrecked.ie Workshop 2: Teen Coaching Workshop 3: Boxing in the Community Workshop 4: Safefood for Life |
Jenny McLoughlin, RSA
Anthony O’Prey, Teen Coaching Michael Carruth & Paul Quinn, IABA Alice Sheahan, Communications Executive, safefood |
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15.00-16.00 |
Workshops: Session 2 (As Above) |
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16.00-17.00 |
NAYC AGM |
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20.00 |
Dinner |
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DAY 3: 25th FEBRUARY
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10.00-13.00 |
Conference Review & Evaluation Review of Articles of Association of NAYC Focus & Aims of NAYC 2011-2012 |
NAYC Executive Committee |
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WORKSHOP INFORMATION - DAY 1: 23rd February
Workshop 1: The Power of Story in The Restorative Approach Paddy O’Connor, Northwest Mediation Services www.nwmediation.com
We all use the framework of narrative to try to make sense of the world we live in. In this workshop, Paddy highlights how the restorative approach in schools facilitates the use of storytelling to strengthen relationships and build empathy. He also explores how hearing everyone's story can contribute to the creative resolution of conflict.
About Paddy O’Connor: Paddy O'Connor is a mediator and practitioner member of the Mediators Institute of Ireland. A former principal with Co Donegal VEC, he advocates a restorative way of building strong communities by learning to nurture and repair relationships. He says: “Restorative practices teach us that when we set out to create a respectful and welcoming community for all, its members value the sense of connection it gives them, and they will find it increasingly difficult to offend against it.”
Workshop 2: Harnessing the Positive: An Introduction to Positive Psychology and the Science of Happiness Shane Martin, Moodwatchers
http://web.me.com/shanegmartin/Site/Welcome.html
Psychology has a long history of focusing on what is wrong with the human condition. It has made a wonderful contribution to helping us understand symptoms and alleviating them. However in recent years a new field of psychology has emerged which it is capturing the imagination of the world. Positive Psychology (not to be confused with positive thinking) has the potential to transform educational institutions with its research-driven focus on the unique strengths of people and organisations. By educating ourselves about the findings of this research and applying what we learn, we can improve the mental, moral and spiritual well-being of each educational community
About Shane Martin: Psychologist and teacher Shane Martin has visited many schools throughout Ireland working with principals, teachers, students and parents. He specialises in self-help psychology and believes that psychology has a vital role to play in preventing illness as well as treating it, in highlighting strengths as well as identifying weaknesses and fostering the positive traits in people and institutions. His Moodwatchers course has been delivered in community venues throughout Ireland.
Workshop 3: Managing Your Non-Pay Budget Sharon McDaid & Aisling Lyttle, Co Donegal VEC Finance Dept.
With Youthreach centre non-pay budgets cut by 5% in the last Budget, this workshop looks at how to manage your non-pay budget along with some basic accountancy tips. About Sharon McDaid & Aisling Lyttle Sharon McDaid MIATI, joined Co. Donegal VEC in March 2001 bringing with her a wealth of experience and knowledge from the private sector. She is a member of the Institute of Accounting Technicians in Ireland. Sharon has been working in the Finance Division since her appointment. She has overseen the migration to the current SUN driven Financials which is supported by an Internet Based Purchase to Pay System. Her responsibilities include the Financial Activities in respect of the Creditors/Treasury Management of the VEC. Sharon also provides support and guidance to both internal/external customers of Co Donegal VEC.
Aisling Lyttle currently works in the Finance Division of Co. Donegal VEC. Aisling has responsiblity for the Adult and Further Education Programmes and Budgets and has an excellent working knowledge of the Youthreach Programme. Aisling has also been directly involved in the implementation of Financial MIS Systems within Co Donegal VEC.
Workshop 4: FETAC – New Programme Developments Orla Lynch, Head of Validation, www.fetac.ie
This workshop will introduce the new FETAC Common Awards at Level 3 and the new FETAC systems and procedures that accompany these awards. The Common Awards System (CAS) is the new way of developing FETAC awards. It is a national, outcomes-based awards system for all further education and training. By 2014 every FETAC award will be part of this system. This means that all awards will share common characteristics including:
Every programme leading to a common award must be validated by FETAC before the programme is offered. Validation is a process of evaluation which ensures that learners undertaking a programme are offered the appropriate opportunities to achieve the awards. Only registered providers, who have agreed quality assurance systems with FETAC, may submit programmes for validation. Programmes are designed according to the agreed programme delivery and design policies and processes that are set out in the provider’s own quality assurance system. FETAC certification is only granted where the learning outcomes set out in the award specification are achieved on completion of a validated programme of learning. The programme is the individual package that the provider believes will give learners the opportunity to achieve the standards for the award. Learning outcomes are written so as to facilitate a flexible range of approaches and contexts for delivery within programmes. Providers can design their own programmes to meet learner needs while ensuring that national award standards are met. About Orla Lynch Orla Lynch is Head of Validation with the Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC). She has worked with FETAC since 2001 on a range of policies and projects. Particular areas of interest include validation, awards development and adult learning as well as European initiatives in education and training.
WORKSHOP INFORMATION - DAY 2: 24th February
Workshop 1: wrecked.ie Jenny McLoughlin, RSA, www.rsa.ie
‘Wrecked.ie’ is a road safety educational resource targeted at 17-24 year olds which was produced by the Road Safety Authority in conjunction with a multi-agency editorial committee which included representation from the NAYC. ‘Wrecked.ie’ utilises real life stories to tell of the true consequences of the many life changing events that happen on today's roads. It provokes a heated and balanced discussion where the target group has a chance to interact about road safety in an open forum. The ‘Wrecked.ie’ DVD holds 19 testimonials recorded by people who recount their experiences of reckless driving. You will be briefed on how to use this educational resource in your Youthreach centre in this workshop.
About Jenny McLoughlin: Jenny McLoughlin is the Road Safety Promotion Officer with the RSA. She is responsible for developing and promoting road safety education programmes and has been largely responsible for writing and coordinating the wrecked.ie programme.
Workshop 2: Teen Coaching Anthony O’Prey, www.teencoaching.ie
TEEN Coaching provides ‘mentoring style’ training to anyone working with teenagers within Social Care or Fostering settings. This training promotes a 'preventative philosophy’ and focuses on the fundamental areas necessary to increase self-awareness, confidence and communication skills for working with teenagers. Workshops are interrelated and are suitable for social care staff, youth workers, foster care parents and teaching staff. These workshops can also be used as a 1:1 mentoring system as well as be integrated into a family support approach for parents seeking guidance & help with their teenage children.
TEEN Coaching combines extensive experience working with young people with challenging behaviour with methodologies and skills from the innovative field of Self-Development Coaching to enhance and develop skills that work. These child centred workshops can complement any model of care to increase staff confidence and effectiveness. They also offer the optimum opportunity for learning & development because they are kept to maximum of 1:4 to offer a personalised, supportive and modern approach to practice development. About Anthony O’Prey: Anthony O’Prey has worked with young people in Residential Care for over twelve years. Trained in Youth Work & Integrated Counselling, Anthony is a Master Practitioner in NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), qualified in Clinical Hypnotherapy Psychotherapy & also provides Self-Development Coaching. Anthony has developed TEEN Coaching to combine skills & knowledge from these two professions to offer some of the most effective, straight forward and relevant training available for working with young people in care. Anthony is a member of the Society of N.L.P. and the Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy Psychotherapy.
Workshop 3: Boxing in the Community Michael Carruth & Paul Quinn, Community Development Officers, IABA (Irish Amateur Boxing Association), sponsored by Dublin City Council This workshop will look at the promotion of boxing amongst young people and the benefits to be gained from it. It will take the following format:
About Michael Carruth & Paul Quinn Michael Carruth won the welterweight gold medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona. He is also the 1989 World Bronze Medalist and a 14 time All Ireland boxing champion. Michael is also a Level 1 IABA Coach, Judge, Referee, Tutor, Development Officer and an ITEC Sports and Holistic Massage Therapist.
Paul Quinn is a former All Ireland Youth Champion. He holds a B.A. in Community Studies (NUIM) and is a Level 1 IABA Coach, Development Officer.
Workshop 4: Safefood for Life – First Step on the Food Industry Ladder Alice Sheahan, Communications Executive safefood safefood for life is a certified food safety programme that is available to Youthreach Centres. safefood for life aims to help students develop important food safety skills and allow them to sit an online food hygiene exam. On completion of the online exam which is certified by The Environmental Health Officers Association (EHOA) successful students will meet the minimum requirements to work in the food industry. The programme can also be used to supplement the Hotel Catering and Tourism (HCT) part of Leaving Cert Applied and FETAC Level 1- 4 Food and Nutrition. Workshop Content:
About Alice Sheahan Alice is the Communciations Executive for safefood. She can be contacted at asheahan@safefood.eu
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