What Are The Aims Of The Youth Education Programme?

The Youth Education Programme 2011-2012 is part of the Volvo Ocean Race Final Galway.

The purpose of the programme is to

•  introduce young people to the sport of sailing.
• introduce them to the areas of learning associated with the ‘marine world’ including the sport of sailing, climate, technology, geography, history and the marine environment.
• get them involved and interested in organisations such as the ISA (Irish Sailing Association), Irish Water Safety, Local Sailing Clubs, Ocean Youth Trust Ireland, the Marine Institute, the Irish Navy, Local Harbour Companies.
• help them understand and appreciate the development of marine tourism activities in Ireland.
• introduce them to the range of options available for careers in the marine industry.