About Us

Poppintree Youth Project was established in April 2007 as a result of an amalgamation of the youth section of Ballymun Animal Care Association (BACA) and the Columban Youth Project.

We aim to:

• Provide a safe and secure place for young people to enjoy; chill out; relax with friends; meet new people and have fun!
• Offer innovative opportunities for personal growth through which young people can develop confidence and self-esteem.
• Offer a variety of informal education activities, programmes and experiences, which are recreational, creative, social and fun!
• Recognise respect and encourage initiatives of young people.
• Challenge young people’s actions and attitudes whilst encouraging them to realise the consequences of, and take responsibility for those actions and attitudes.
• Offer support to young people through the transitions they experience in moving from childhood to adulthood.
• Provide ways for young people to express their views and be heard.
• Offer relevant information, advice and education for young people on their rights and responsibilities and the issues, which affect their lives, and so enable them to make informed decisions and choices.
• Support young people’s active participation in decision making, planning and evaluation of the Project 
• Act as advocates on behalf of and alongside young people in challenging the inequalities and prejudices arising from their experiences and life circumstances.