A total of 763 young people in Tipperary register to participate in Gaisce, The President’s Award

On this Wednesday, October 25, people across the country will come together to celebrate Lá Gaisce. 

#LáGaisce is a day when people celebrate the achievements of young people, as well as thank all participants for their commitment, support, resilience, and passion as part of Gaisce – The President’s Award.

As part of the day of celebrations, the organisation is calling on people across Ireland to stand with young people in recognition of their commitment to personal development. 

Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a self-development programme for young people aged 14-25.  It is a direct challenge from the President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, to all young people to dream big and fulfil their potential.

Young people in their thousands have already started and are actively pursuing their Gaisce Award journeys right across Ireland. In total, 485,000 young people have registered for Gaisce, with over 250,000 completing their award.

Each year 25,000 young people register for their Bronze, Silver and Gold Gaisce awards.

763 young people in Tipperary have registered to participate.

These are young people across every county participating in activities to develop and progress themselves. To achieve a Gaisce Award, participants need to complete activities for at least one hour a week in each of the three challenge areas that include Personal Skill, Community Involvement and Physical Recreation.

Speaking in advance of Lá Gaisce, Avril Ryan CEO, said, “A Gaisce Award is far more than a medal or certificate. It represents the personal growth of a young person and their commitment to the development of vital social and emotional competencies, from confidence and self-management to resilience and empathy - each award representing an individual story for a young person to share and reflect on".