CYPSC

Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC) are a key structure identified by Government to plan and co-ordinate services for children and young people in every county in Ireland. The overall purpose is to improve outcomes for children and young people through local and national interagency working.

CYPSC are county-level committees that bring together the main statutory, community and voluntary providers of services to children and young people. They provide a forum for joint planning and co-ordination of activity to ensure that children, young people and their families receive improved and accessible services. Their role is to enhance interagency co-operation and to realise the national outcomes set out in Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures: the national policy framework for children and young people 2014 – 2020. CYPSC: Shared Vision, Next Steps provides the road map for the further development of the CYPSC initiative over the period 2019 – 24.

Informed by a universal approach the ultimate goal is to improve outcomes for all children and young people in Ireland. Watch our short explainer video.

Lets Talk About Vaping

Vaping is on the rise among young people in Ireland – many teens try it out of curiosity – often unaware of the health risks

But here in Kilkenny, young people are stepping up with the ‘not Around Us’ campaign, creating vape-free spaces and raising awareness.
Lets get behind them
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The story so far....

As we gear up for the launch of our new children’s and young people’s plan for Cypsc Kilkenny, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the progress we’ve made together. Through strong collaboration and partnerships, we’ve been able to make a positive impact in our communities.