President's Awards Leaders (PALS)
Ballineen Gaisce PALs
Colm O'Sullivan.
Who are we?
Gaisce – the President’s Award is Ireland’s National Challenge Award for young people between 15 and 25. It is the country’s most prestigious and respected Award programme and a challenge from the President of Ireland to young people, the nation’s future.
What is a President’s Award Leader (PAL)?
A President’s Award Leader (PAL) can be any adult (other than a family member) who has been trained by Gaisce and is interested in supporting young people taking part in this challenge. There are 5 main responsibilities of a PAL:
Why Become a PAL?
If you are a youth worker, leader, teacher, or you just want to give back to your community, if you are adventurous and love to work with young people, this could be the perfect volunteering opportunity for you.
You gain leadership skills through your service with us, and you will also help to mentor and encourage the personal development of young people, and contribute to their exciting and challenging transition from teenager to young adult.
You don't have to be an award holder yourself. We are looking for those with interesting skills, hobbies or amazing life-experiences who are energised by working with young people. If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you.
Being a PAL
The day to day work of a PAL is to support and mentor participants to help them in achieving their award.
Colm O'Sullivan.
Who are we?
Gaisce – the President’s Award is Ireland’s National Challenge Award for young people between 15 and 25. It is the country’s most prestigious and respected Award programme and a challenge from the President of Ireland to young people, the nation’s future.
What is a President’s Award Leader (PAL)?
A President’s Award Leader (PAL) can be any adult (other than a family member) who has been trained by Gaisce and is interested in supporting young people taking part in this challenge. There are 5 main responsibilities of a PAL:
- Explain the award to potential participants
- Agree the activities for the challenge with participants
- Assist the participant to register and complete payment for the Award
- Mentor and support participants
- Approve completion of the activities
Why Become a PAL?
If you are a youth worker, leader, teacher, or you just want to give back to your community, if you are adventurous and love to work with young people, this could be the perfect volunteering opportunity for you.
You gain leadership skills through your service with us, and you will also help to mentor and encourage the personal development of young people, and contribute to their exciting and challenging transition from teenager to young adult.
You don't have to be an award holder yourself. We are looking for those with interesting skills, hobbies or amazing life-experiences who are energised by working with young people. If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you.
Being a PAL
The day to day work of a PAL is to support and mentor participants to help them in achieving their award.
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