Bray LGBT young people and Friends drop-in

02/04/2026

A new Info hub for Neurodivergent young people from our Youth Information team

Today we make live an online space we are calling our info hub for Neurodivergent young people.

The hub provides a list of accessible and inclusive supports, programmes, and safe spaces for neurodivergent young people.

For example it includes the youth group in the Seomra Youth centre

Link in bio.

https://crosscareyouthinfo.ie/supports-neurodivergent-young-people-ireland/

05/02/2026

A new publication is available from the Irish Council for Civil Liberties - It is a Know Your Rights Guide for Trans and Non-Binary People.

The content is aimed mainly at adults but there is an under 18 section that looks at school, healthcare, bullying and use of names and pronouns (amongst others).

It's done in a question/answer style and many answers start with 'It depends' illustrating that most guidance is not based on legal requirements.

It's a useful booklet to refer to whether you are young person or a parent or interested adult and unsure of the reality of the 'cans and cannots' for trans and non binary people.

It can be viewed and downloaded from their website at the following linkhttps://www.iccl.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/RIGHTS-GUIDE.pdf

05/01/2026

Get the Youth Info calendar for free

There's an interactive calendar online, or (also interactive :) ) get an old fashioned hang it on your wall copy from Paul in Seomra

18/11/2025

Oíche na hÓige 2025 will take place on Nov 21st next with youth activities taking place in Seomra Youth Centre

Preparations are underway at Seomra for Oíche na hÓige 2025

Bray Youth Service will be hosting activties for our groups in Bray, Newtown, Kilcoole and Rathnew.

Youth clubs and services will showcase youth work in every corner of Ireland. Show support and visit your local event on 21 November.

18/11/2025

Belong To Youth Services are hosting a webinar for parents guardians and carers on Nov 26th.

Navigating the Festive Season Together with your LGBTQ+ young person
Facilitated by Dr Ray O’Neill
Christmas can be a difficult time for some LGBTQ+ young people, without the normal social supports that they can come to rely on throughout the year.

Join us online on Wednesday, 26 November from 7pm to 8pm for a supportive and practical information event for parents, guardians and carers of LGBTQ+ young people.

At this webinar, clinical psychologist Dr Ray O’Neil will provide information on how you can best support your young person through it, helping to manage festive pressures, foster inclusion and sustain wellbeing during the festive period for all in the family.

What we’ll cover:

Making Christmas More Inclusive — Supporting yourselves and your LGBTQ+ young person during Christmas
Staying Grounded — Managing stress and expectations as a parent or guardian
Navigating family dynamics and conversations over the festive period

More detail and registration at the following link

https://www.belongto.org/parent-and-guardian-webinar-connection-and-care-at-christmas/

07/10/2025

Our youth info service is part of Eurodesk who are celebrating their 30th birthday this month. During Oct they will be sharing some videos be different people who have experienced European opportunities, and Youthspin have started with Claudine from Co Wicklow

26/09/2025

Belongto have a webinar happening soon for parents looking to support their LGBTQ+ child's mental health

We know that LGBTQ+ young people can face challenges and stresses as they navigate their day to day life. This webinar is a space for you to learn how to best support and understand their needs.

Belong To and Pieta will host a free online webinar for parents and carers of LGBTQ+ young people. At this event, members of Belong To's Family Support Team and the clinical team from Pieta will share advice and guidance on how to support young people through challenges faced growing up LGBTQ+.

When: Wednesday, October 8 at 7pm
Where: Zoom

Register today at https://bit.ly/48AJY9A

26/09/2025

This work experience opportunity with the Museum of Literature Ireland may be of interest to some people

15/09/2025

Early next month Belongto are hosting a webinar for parents and carers og LGBTQ+ young people

04/09/2025

Mental health supports for young people

If you find yourself needing mental health supports, it is important to remember that there are services that can help you.

22/08/2025

If just got your results (congratulations) and wondering about your next steps, alternatives to CAO or how the offers will work or just want to chat about them, Paul is always around to help and we also have lots of info on our Youth Info website

https://crosscareyouthinfo.ie/education/leaving-cert/

Best of luck to the Leaving Cert Students 2025! Check out information about all your options after the Leaving Cert at our Leaving Cert Hub. Check out our Leaving Cert Hub

https://crosscareyouthinfo.ie/education/leaving-cert/

20/08/2025

We are joining with youth work organisations nationally calling for a €21.3 m increase in funding for youth services, so we can reach more young people, protect essential services, and build stronger, safer communities across Ireland.

If you have a couple of minutes to spare we would appreciate your support to improve support for youth work in Ireland - to show that more than being something nice to have, that it is something essential for every community

People from all generations are calling on politicians to fund youth work in Budget26. Will you join us?