ATTENDEE GUIDE

VISION

A unique and interactive event that

engages, educates, influences, and

inspires an entire generation, irrespective

of academic ability or

socio-economic background.

CONTENT

Zeminar addresses key issues and

showcases interests most prominent

among Generation Z, from careers to life

skills and well-being to entrepreneurship

with a lot more in between.

1

IN AN

ONLINE WORLD

--------

ZEMINAR

CONNECTS

IN AN

ONLINE WORLD

--------

ZEMINAR

CONNECTS

ZEMINAR

↑ Levels of depression, anxiety & stress in 12-25 age bracket

↑ Alcohol consumption, frequency, volume & binge drinking in 12-25 age bracket

↓ Self-esteem & optimism from 12-18 – at lowest level at 18-19

↓ Use of certain positive coping strategies at its lowest at 14-15 years

Almost 75% of mental health issues emerge between 15 and 25

Age 12-19: Stressors – School / Family / Friends / Exams / Parents / Homework

Age 12-19: Coping Strategies – Friends / Music / Talk / Listen / Parents / Family

►Excessive drinking – very negative consequences for mental health

►Financial stress strongly related to poor mental health and well-being

►Discussing problems reduces mental health distress, suicidal thoughts and self-harm

►The impact that one good adult can have

Dooley, B. A., & Fitzgerald, A. (2012). My world survey: National study of youth mental health in Ireland. Dublin: Headstrong & UCD School of Psychology.2

WHY DID WE BUILD THIS?

IN AN

ONLINE WORLD

--------

ZEMINAR

CONNECTS

CEO – BOSS IT!

Careers, Exams &

Opportunities

Teachers’ Lounge

Teachers – we will look

after you!

Club Corner

Try out new sports &

hobbies

Well-Being Gym

Learn how to look after

your mind, body & soul

Main Stage

Incredible speakers sharing

their story

Activation Zone

Science & Technology to

captivate your imagination

Social Scene

Eat, meet & have lots of fun

YOU: Youth Org United

Local and National Youth

Organisations

HOW?

3

WHY ATTEND ?

Be inspired by the

incredible stories & words

of wisdom on the main

stage

Connect with the leading

youth development &

mental health

organisations on this

island

Participate in one of the

expert led workshops

throughout the 3 days

Enjoy the inter-active

career focused exhibits or

take a seat on the

CareersCouch

Try out a new sport, hobby

or activity – Teachers too!

Enjoy the electric

atmosphere and have fun!

4

WHO ATTENDED IN YEAR 1?

14,379

ATTENDEES

>225

SCHOOLS / YR873

TEACHERS

101

EXHIBITORS75

SPEAKERS17

AVERAGE AGE

For those who cannot attend, our specialised talks will be shared throughout the year on social media

and via our national media partners in order to maximise exposure and impact. 5

WHO CAME IN 2016?

6

RTÉ 2

TV3

http://bit.ly/2jI7syh

Spin-Talk

RTÉ Drivetime

Today FM

http://bit.ly/2jIHjzm

http://bit.ly/2kz3WHp

Irish Independent

Irish Times

Irish Examiner

http://bit.ly/2k3nG6k

http://bit.ly/2d88elm

Media Partners:

2.4m FB followers

880k Twitter followers

155k Instagram followers

54k Snapchat followers

http://bit.ly/2jpy867

Media Partner Campaigns >€500k

7

EVENT COVERAGE

Speaker/Exhibitor Reach:

600k FB followers

>1m Twitter followers

SPEAKERSMaria Walsh: “Look at all

the resources around you

and always go with your gut.”

8

Dr. Rhona Mahony: “The

biggest thing I was afraid of

was failing…failing is normal”

James Kavanagh: “You

don’t need to ace

everything in university

world or secondary school

world to get to where you

are.”

Jonny Cooper: “My

challenge to you is find the

elements in your life; make

habits not choices and be

organised.”

Fr. Peter McVerry: “The hardest

part about being homeless is that

nobody gives a damn about you.

Give them the message that they are

just as important and just as

valuable as anybody else”

Dr Irene Connolly – Cyber

bullying: “Anonymity plays a big

role. Who’s involved in the

bullying situation? We are all

involved.”

Dermot Whelan –

MindSwipe: “When you have a

negative thought swipe it left and

forget it, when the good ones

come along swipe right!"

TEACHER / YOUTH LEADERS

”We found all aspects of the event very well planned and

felt the speakers were engaging, informative and very

relevant to the target group.”

“Everything, very positive atmosphere.”

“Speakers were outstanding and engaging. Reached out to

parents, teachers and most importantly the young adults.”

“There was lots to do and an amazing sense of wellbeing”

“Just walking around the RDS soaking things up made you

feel like you were part of something big. We had some very

vulnerable students in our group of 50 and each and every

one got back on the bus buzzing.“

“This has been the best event for students (and adults!) I have ever been to. Well done to you all.

Outstanding speakers, well organised and a life changing day for all generations!!!!!!”Anna Wafer, Teacher, Castledermot

ATTENDEES

”Range of exhibitors was fantastic, great atmosphere and the

interactive nature of many of the stands.”

“Fast paced and full of energy”

“The interactiveness, the colours, the fun, the speakers, the

venue, the enthusiasm from the organiser, exhibitors, staff,

volunteers and attendees. It was a unique and vibrant event.”

“So worthwhile and well delivered. All speakers were engaging

and so approachable.”

“I liked mainly everything, I travelled up from south tipperary 2

days in a row!”

9

CONTACT

DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THE MOST EXCITING YOUTH

EVENT IRELAND HAS EVER SEEN

Call: Damien +353 8741 23378 or Ian +353 8685 66785

Email: damien@zeminar.ie or ian@zeminar.ie

www.zeminar.ie

IN AN

ONLINE WORLD

--------

ZEMINAR

CONNECTS

IN AN

ONLINE WORLD

--------

ZEMINAR

CONNECTS

10