Let’s hear it for the girls at St Kevin’s

took part in an interactive workshop which allowed them to discuss and vote on amendments to an EU proposal on climate action targets.

The students also enjoyed a walking tour of Strasbourg, met students from a host of other countries before enjoying some retail therapy!

Rebecca, who is involved in the wellbeing and leadership committees at her school, is also a member of her local GAA club.

She described the trip as an experience of a lifetime.

“The highlight of the trip was sitting in the hemicycle of the EU parliament in Strasbourg. But this competition provides a truly outstanding opportunity to young students.

“You learn so much about politics in your local area but also across the EU.

“I would definitely recommend taking part in this competition as it is a once in a lifetime opportunity and you make lifelong friendships,” she added.

The Rotary Youth Leadership Development Competition is open to 16 and 17-year-olds who are living on the island of Ireland. For more information go to www.rotary-ribi.org

ST Kevin’s Boys Football Club have changed their name to St Kevin’s Football club, as they launch their first teams dedicated solely for girls.

The club that produced Liam and Robbie Brady will field standalone girls’ teams in Dublin leagues from the start of next season.

Ireland manager Vera Pauw was at their headquarters recently to launch the new initiative.

“I’ve been told that St Kevin’s is one of the best clubs in the country and up to now changes of club names didn’t happen,” said the Dutchwoman, glad to see the Saints don the orange of her homeland in Holland.

“I hope people realise how important that is because even in my country girls play in boys’ clubs but they won’t change the name due to their history.

“It is brilliant that this best club is leading the way by recognising the girls as equal members,” she said.

From next season the club will be providing a football section for girls to compete, starting with the UEFA Disney playmakers programme. To find out more, you can go to the club website: www.skbfc. yourclub.ie/