Empowering Youth Through Regional Support Regional Voluntary Youth Organisations (RVYO)

YMCA Ireland provides Regional Support to through the Education Authority’s (EA) funding scheme for Regional Voluntary Youth Organisations (RVYO) across Northern Ireland.  Annually, Youth Organisations registered with the Education Authority throughout Northern Ireland are invited to designate a Regional Voluntary Youth Organisation as their supporting body.

By selecting YMCA Ireland as your designated RVYO partner with the Education Authority, your organisation can access a wealth of experience, resources, and a proven track record of positively impacting young lives. We can provide a range of support to membership groups in practical and strategic ways, creating space for you to continue with the delivery of your local services.

You can learn more about the EA Regional Strategic Funding here

What Regional Support Can We Provide As Your RVYO?

YMCA Ireland can offer a variety of optional support services to your organisation which include training and advice around;

• Youth Work & Engagement Frameworks

• Governance & Policy

• Safeguarding & Access NI

• Training Needs

• Impact Measurement

• Communications

• Representation & Collaboration

• Funding Updates

• Discount at Greenhill Outdoor Centre

Nominating YMCA Ireland as your RVYO incurs no cost to your organisation. Furthermore, YMCA Ireland is working with other leading RVYOs through our ‘Youth Work Accord’ to significantly expand the range of support available to our designated organisations, ensuring access to a wider network of expertise and resources.

How To Designate YMCA Ireland as your RVYO:
Youth Organisations registered with the Education Authority throughout Northern Ireland are invited to designate a Regional Voluntary Youth Organisation as their supporting body annually in their EA registration.

Aoileánn Glenn, National Training & Development Officer
aoileann.glenn@ymca-ireland.net