HOMEWORK CLUB
Students can volunteer with a local homework group in Scoil Bhride national school in Shantalla (10 minutes walk from Ros Geal). “It’s only over an hour a week and you can help kids at risk to keep up with their school work. You don’t need to be an expert you just need to care!” Maria Perri, Arts student.

BALLYGLUNIN YOUTH FORUM:
Students can help out with a local youth group in the Galway community.  Activities include music & dance, cooking, arts & crafts and other fun activities. Age group 9-11 years old. You just need to be enthusiastic and like kids!
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INKWELL YOUTH GROUP
Youth Group.  Activities include film, debates & dance as well as weekends away with other youth groups. Age group 13-16 years old. 

VOLUNTEER TRAINING:  Students can participate in volunteer training seminars structured to include; basic volunteer skills – team work, communication etc., placement in local community groups, induction in child protection policy.  Looks great on a C.V. and helps you identify the skills you need for effective volunteering.