Youth Forum 2013 The Youth Forum 2013 was held in Athlone Springs Hotel on Saturday 9th of November 2013. The theme of this years’ one day conference was, ‘An equal world through young people’s eyes’.   Nine young members from the Ballinora/Ballincollig branch (Gemma Dineen, Eileen Kelleher, Aoife Fitton, Laura Cahill, Sarah Kelleher, Jessica O Shea, Amy Kelleher, Alice Farrell and Leah Mc Garry) along with two leaders ( Karen O'Sullivan and Jacqui Mc Garry)  attended this event and enjoyed a great day of activities. Youth members were supported and encouraged in expressing their views and opinions at the Forum and the highlight of the day was the opportunity to vote on the various motions. There was a wide range of workshops and demonstrations on offer at the conference and both leaders and young people had a fantastic opportunity to network, build friendships and learn new things.   Looking forward to the next conference in 2014 already!

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Ballinora/Ballincollig Irish Red Cross Branch

Ballinora/Ballincollig held a very enjoyable get together recently in the Rendez Vous to celebrate Team Ireland that represented Ireland in F.A.C.E competition held last June in Austria. Also to acknowledge all the help they received during their training.

The function was also attended by Pat O’ Connor Chairperson Cork Area, Barry O’ Donovan National Secretary, Ted Noonan, and Jonathon Tyner Area Treasurer.

During the event each member of Team Ireland was presented with a crystal award. 

Team leader Aileen Murphy made a special presentation to Imelda O’ Connor team trainer to acknowledge her outstanding contribution to their preparations.

Mass for bereaved members of the Irish Red Cross

The remembrance Mass was held in the S.M.A. Church Wilton on 29^th November 2013. 

All Units of the Irish Red Cross in Cork were invited to attend. Officers from Cork Area also attended.

Ballinora Church Choir sung hymns during the Mass. Personnel of the Ballinora Red Cross participated in various ways throughout the ceremony.

Refreshments were provided afterwards where the congregation could enjoy a cuppa and chat.

 Jonathon  Tyner was the photographer present

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