Two dynamic youth organisations, H2O Heroes and UYI (United Youth Initiative), are delighted to announce their partnership with Gaisce - The President’s Award as Official Challenge Partners.

This exciting collaboration will open new pathways for young people across the region to engage in meaningful community action, personal development and environmental education. Through these programmes, participants can work towards their Gaisce Awards—with H2O Heroes, participants can achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold Award Levels, and with UYI, participants can complete their Bronze Award.

A Dundalk Native, Dr Niamh Shaw sets off on another adventure, this time to the Arctic from July 7th - 23rd for an art-science residency at the The Arctic Circle Summer 2025 Expedition, she brings with her some very important pieces of home.