Foróige’s work

Foróige provides a comprehensive range of youth work services through the operation of Foróige Clubs, Local Youth Services, Local Youth Development Projects and Youth Information Centres. This multi-pronged approach enables the organisation to

• Meet the developmental needs of young people in general.
  
• In particular circumstances to focus on vulnerable young people in relation to issues arising from poverty, marginalisation and social exclusion, under-achievement at school, early school leaving, youth crime, substance abuse and family difficulties.

Brief History

Founded in 1952, Foróige was formerly named Macra na Tuaithe. Its name was changed to Foróige in 1981. The name Foróige is derived from forbairt na hóige, which means ‘development of youth’.

Forbairt na hóige = Development of Youth
For + óige = Foróige

More information on Foróige's history can be accessed here

Foróige’s Age Range
Foróige’s work is directed primarily at young people in their adolescent years – the years between childhood and adulthood. Foróige club membership is confined to boys and girls in the 12-18 age group. Foróige operated Local Youth Services and Local Youth Development Projects normally involve young people in the 10-20 age group.