Minister Dillon welcomes YouthMap launch that will improve access to Mayo services
Minister Alan Dillon highlighted that the new platform will significantly improve access to information for rural communities across Mayo.
Minister of State Alan Dillon TD has welcomed the launch of YouthMap Ireland, a new national interactive map designed to help young people, families and communities easily find youth clubs, projects and services in their local area, with major benefits for Mayo, where dozens of youth organisations will now be more visible and accessible to the public.
Minister Dillon said: “YouthMap Ireland is a game‑changer for communities in Mayo. For the first time, every youth club, project and support service in our county will be visible on one easy‑to‑use platform. This will help young people and families quickly find the opportunities available to them, whether that’s a Foróige club, a Youth Work Ireland project, an Irish‑language youth group or targeted supports.”
Minister Dillon highlighted that the new platform will significantly improve access to information for rural communities across Mayo: “We have outstanding youth organisations working right across Mayo, from Ballina to Belmullet, Castlebar to Claremorris, and in smaller rural towns and villages. YouthMap Ireland will make it easier for families to discover what’s available locally, strengthening participation, wellbeing and community engagement.”
Minister Dillon added: “This is a practical tool that will help ensure young people in Mayo can connect, participate and thrive. It also shines a light on the incredible work of youth workers and volunteers who support young people every day.”
YouthMap Ireland is developed by the Department of Education and Youth, it brings together information on youth clubs, UBU Your Place Your Space services, Youth Information Centres, Scouts and Guides, Irish‑language youth clubs, Comhairle na nÓg, TYESI projects and more.
The platform was shaped through consultation with young people to ensure it is accessible, user‑friendly and responsive to their needs. Users can search nationwide and access details such as service locations, contact information, facilities and accessibility features.
YouthMap Ireland delivers a key commitment under Opportunities for Youth: National Strategy for Youth Work and Related Services 2024–2028, improving awareness, visibility and accessibility of youth services across the country.
The map is available at www.youthmapireland.ie.