The Gorey Youth Needs Group was short-listed by AONTAS, the national adult learning organisation, for a STAR Award in the health and well being category. Mandi Tighe of Gorey Youth Needs said that getting short-listed was a great achievement for the organisation, thanking all staff for their participation. Coordinator Chris Furlong of the Gorey Training Initiative as part of Gorey Youth Needs said that although it was great recognition, it matters more seeing young people engage and go on to thrive in their chosen career. During the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic adult learning initiatives are continuing to provide essential supports and services to those adult learners most in need. The Gorey Youth Needs Group is a brilliant example of this and we are delighted to have such a wonderful initiative short-listed for a STAR award'.

Source: Irish Independent March 06, 2021 00:22 UTC