Teens could be “rewarded” for community work

Teenagers who do community work could earn cash credits under new government plans to tackle anti-social behaviour. The cash could be spent on sports activities or shopping but critics say it's just bribing people. ... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (18/07/2005). Read More

New award to enable young people to make their mark on society

A new award, in memory of the late Peter Mc Lachlan will offer young people under 30 years old a once-off opportunity to do something remarkable, challenging or inspiring with a view to making their own mark on society.... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (22/03/2005). Read More

Conflict in Sudan

You may have heard or read recently about the conflict in Sudan. So what exactly is going on and what has happened in the past to lead to this conflict?... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (16/03/2005). Read More

CHECK ALL ADULTS WORKING WITH CHILDREN

ALL adults who want to work with children and young people must be checked to keep children safe from abusers, the Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People, Nigel Williams said today.... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (21/06/2005). Read More

What would encourage you to stay at school?

In the last decade the proportion of young people receiving formal education or training beyond 16 in has fallen. Because of this, the Government has been trying various schemes to encourage young people to stay in education.... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (16/03/2005). Read More

Do you know your mind?

Research carried out by Ark Northern Ireland has brought the issue of increased mental health problems amongst young people to the forefront. ... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (22/02/2005). Read More

Do you know how much a pint of milk costs?

The majority of teenagers probably know the cost of an Apple iPod but they would not know the cost of something as simple as a pint of milk. ... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (21/02/2005). Read More

Launch of Human Rights Guide for Schools

A major resource on human rights education has been lauched in Parliament Buildings at Stormont. The guide will be used by teachers to explore human rights issues as part of the curriculum in secondary schools in Northern Ireland... Last edited by: youngcitizens.org.uk (04/03/2005). Read More