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Dublin, Ireland – 9th of January, 2025 Foróige Announces Exciting New Partnership with one of our newest MIIN member Sail Training Ireland for Youth Development.

Foróige, Ireland's leading youth organisation, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Sail Training Ireland, aimed at enhancing young peoples development through innovative leadership and sail training programmes onboard tall ships.

Blue Clipper
Tall Ship Blue Clipper which will be used by Sail Training Ireland for the training programme with Foróige in 2025. Image courtesy of Sail Training Ireland 

This collaboration will integrate Foróige's renowned Leadership for Life Programme with Sail Training Ireland's experiential learning voyages, providing young people with unique opportunities to develop essential life skills, leadership qualities, and a sense of adventure.

Key Highlights of the Partnership:

  • Integrated Programmes: Combining Foróige's structured leadership curriculum with hands-on leadership experiences at sea.
  • Skill Development: Focusing on leadership, teamwork, resilience, problem-solving, communication and self-confidence.
  • Inclusive Opportunities: Ensuring accessibility for young people from diverse backgrounds and abilities across Ireland.
  • Recognised Qualification: On completion of the Foróige Leadership for Life Programme young people can graduate with a Foundation Certificate (at Level 6) in Youth Leadership & Community Action from the University of Galway. The equivalent qualification in Northern Ireland, Level 4 Certificate in Youth Leadership & Community Action, is available from Queens University of Belfast.
  • Sustainable Practices: Promoting environmental awareness and sustainability through maritime education.

Seán Campbell CEO of Foróige said, “We are excited to partner with Sail Training Ireland to offer young people an extraordinary blend of leadership training and sail training adventures. This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to empower young people and foster their personal growth. It provides a fantastic opportunity for young people to grow in confidence, discover their personal strengths, and develop skills that will stay with them for life”.

“Sail Training Ireland is delighted to collaborate with Foróige. Together, we will provide transformative experiences that inspire and equip young people with the skills they need to navigate their futures successfully. We see the ability for participants to gain a recognised level six qualification on completion of the full programme as a game changer ” said Daragh Sheridan, CEO of Sail Training Ireland.

About Foróige:

Foróige is a youth development organisation that makes it possible for young people to discover and reach their full potential in education, work and life.

About Sail Training Ireland:

Sail Training Ireland is a national charity that provides sail training voyages for young people, promoting personal development, maritime skills, and environmental stewardship.

For more information, please contact: Daragh Sheridan, CEO, Sail Training Ireland for Youth Development.

Email:  daraghsheridan@sailtrainingireland.com

Tel: +353 (0) 86 3818796