Catalyst Innovation for All - Online Information Session

Catalyst is currently delivering a pilot phase of a new inclusive innovation skills programme designed to help young people (16-25 years old) in Northern Ireland access training, build their entrepreneurship skillset and get a real-world work experience.

Catalyst is currently recruiting for Cohort 2 of the project beginning in February 2024.

Come along to this information session to find out more about the programme and how this project could impact some of the young people you work with and support. This information session will provide you with:

- An overview of the nine-month programme

- Eligibility and how to refer young people into the programme

- Possible ways you can get involved in the project and upskill yourself

- The opportunity to ask questions

SOME FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAMME

With support from the International Fund for Ireland, Catalyst will lead a consortium supporting young people to develop their skills, innovative thinking, and creative solutions, and remove barriers to employment and entrepreneurial pathways. The 2-year partnership includes the Rio Ferdinand Foundation, the Department of Justice, the Education Authority and multiple youth organisations across Belfast and Derry/Londonderry.

This collaborative project is for young people seeking to gain skills, qualifications and experience that will provide them with a pathway towards employment. There are 3 phases to the programme:

Phase 1: OCN Level 2 qualifications in Creative & Digital Media, Leadership & internet safety (6 sessions)

Phase 2: Innovation skills and Entrepreneurship training (12 sessions)

Phase 3: Work Placement (2 days per week paid placement for 12 weeks)

This project will also be developed and designed in collaboration with youth workers, and we will provide a youth leader development programme alongside the work with young people. This is to equip and enable youth workers with the tools to support their young people through the project