Pandemic has shown us collective spirit to support each other 

We are at a pivotal crossroads where we can change Ireland for the better and there is no better place to start than with our young people

Cultivating listening skills is a core part of Narrative 4’s work, and it’s clear we need to stop and listen to each other more. File picture

The Covid-19 pandemic has contributed to a build-up of mental health and emotional pressures that will leave a devastating legacy on our young people. 

While our elders suffered the most at the beginning of the pandemic, young people will experience damaging long-term effects. Their developmental milestones have been impacted severely by successive lockdowns, school closures, and suspension of recreational activities, and it’s time to prioritise their needs.