Tag: young people
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What caused the wave of rioting this Spring?
Commentators were quick to blame Brexit or fallout from the Storey funeral. But how close are these explanations to the truth and to what extent can they help us understand how such events could be prevented?
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If I were Jack: Relationships and Sexuality Education in Irish-medium Schools
Addressing the needs of Relationships and Sexuality Education in Irish-medium schools using the “If I Were Jack” resource as a pilot study. A special report by Dr Theresa McShane and Professor Maria Lohan from Queen’s University and Liam Dempsey on behalf of An Chomhairle Um Oideachais Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaíochta.
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Engaging with Complexity: the Common Purpose Framework for the Prevention of Youth Violence and Criminal Exploitation
Dr Colm Walsh outlines the issues associated with violence that continue to affect communities across NI. He also looks at developments in the science of prevention, including the potential utility of a public health framework, and through an effective research, policy and practice partnership, he highlights the development of a process framework and training called…
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What do 11-year-olds think about Brexit?
The implications of Brexit will be felt most by future generations, yet children are excluded from the political process. Dr Katrina Lloyd asks children in Northern Ireland what they really think about politicians, politics and Brexit.