YouthAction NI is a membership based organisation that has proudly supported young people, local communities and voluntary youth organisations across Northern Ireland for 80 years.
Throughout this time, we have strengthened our organisational infrastructure and created support systems to guarantee that we provide tailored, needs-driven packages co-designed with each member.
All youth groups and community groups are welcome to join our membership network, reflecting the ethos and mission of YouthAction NI while retaining their own identity, purpose and independence.
Committee and Governance sessions provided to 160 participants
Support workshops provided to 286 participants
Members supported with small grants
Safeguarding Training courses provided to 379 staff and volunteers
EA moderation and monitoring reports in Novemeber 2024 for Regional Strategic support categorised Youth Action NI's Membership Support as “Exceeds Expectations.”
Joining our network is quick, easy and affordable and comes with a great package of benefits.
Please contact donna@youthaction.org for more information on Membership benefits and opportunities.
“The team have been really supportive, my staff have gained qualifications and I have seen a big improvement in their practice with young people. YouthAction has made a profound impact.”
Real Voices
"Excellent support provided throughout the year including ongoing promotion of programmes and initiatives for our youth club to avail of. Also supporting staff and volunteers to complete safeguarding training and ACCESS NI."
Real Voices
"We couldn't have run the club without YouthAction’s support. Young people in our area have had the opportunities to take part in activities, programmes and experiences they never had before."
Real Voices
If your group is based locally, our regional leads are here to support you. Get in touch directly for membership enquiries, training, or local opportunities:
