GOAL’s NextGen Youth Program

A 10‑session programme bringing together young people from diverse countries to explore global justice, climate, and health systems. Participants collaborate to design awareness‑raising materials that feed into GOAL’s public engagement activities. The programme combines online sessions with in‑person retreats (for Irish participants).

Benefits include:

• Training in critical thinking, intercultural communication, project management, and teamwork
• Opportunity to design and implement awareness campaigns
• Engagement with GOAL staff and global peers
• Stipend of €400 to cover internet/data and travel costs
• In‑person retreat for Irish participants

• Age 18–25
• Current resident of one of the eligible countries
• Fluent in English
• Available for 10 sessions between May–July 2026 (Thursdays + some Saturdays)
• Demonstrated interest in local/global issues and positive change (volunteering, creative activities, civic engagement)
• Interest in artistic methods of learning (drama, art, writing, journalism, music, etc.)
• Reliable access to internet/device (support available if needed)
• CV or portfolio
• 500‑word cover letter OR 2‑minute video (plus CV/portfolio)
• Notification: May 2, 202
• In college or university
• Just graduated