Exploring
Our Potential
For over a century, BYC has worked to empower, educate, and support young people in Dublin’s north inner city.
Exploring Our Potential
BYC is the country’s oldest youth club. From our custom-built premises on Lower Buckingham Street (Dublin 1) we offer a range of services to young people aged between 7-24. We help our members to build their self-confidence, become more resourceful, and find their voice.
Some of our activities
One-to-one supports
Structured group work
Drop-ins
Residentials
Issue-based programmes
Outreach
Advocacy
Unscheduled interventions
Collaborations with other projects
One-to-one supports
Structured group work
Drop-ins
Residentials
Issue-based programmes
Outreach
Advocacy
Unscheduled interventions
Collaborations with other projects
Mission
Values and Principles
BYC is committed to underpinning these values and principles in all of its work
Inclusive
Everyone is respected and included
Fun and Joy
Needs based
Respect
Restorative
At the heart of how we enhance all our relationships and respect each other
the Belvedere Newsboy’s Club was established
members out of 3,500 young people in our catchment area
youth workers and assistant youth workers
Dublin’s north inner city has been negatively affected by years of under-investment. Breaking the cycle of marginalisation is a key goal of BYC. We provide a safe environment for young people to meet up, learn, and – of course – have fun!
Qualified youth workers and specialist trainers work hand in hand with volunteers and third-level students to deliver our programmes and activities. These are designed to teach practical skills as well as life skills.
Become a volunteer
Volunteering is a wonderful, rewarding experience. Make a gift of your time to BYC. Come along and share your experience, skills, or knowledge with our members.
Become a corporate partner
Our strategic partnerships with corporate bodies are vital to the success of our programmes. Talk to us about how working with BYC could become part of your CSR activities.
BYC News and Events
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FSAS Film Club 2025
Locked In the Belvo
Fire Station Artists’ Studios Film Club is delighted to present ‘Locked in the Belvo’ realised with young people from Belvedere Youth Club. The film premiered at the Light House Cinema in June 2025, following a six-week workshop with the participants, led by artist Sophia Tamburrini with the assistance of artist Allyn Quigley. FSAS Film Club is produced by FSAS, funded by the NEIC and realised in collaboration with City Connects and Belvedere Youth Club.
A lasting impact
Explore some of our case studies and see how BYC has changed the lives of our members!
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