2026 Screen Ireland Bursary Application Form

Important Considerations: Environment & Support Needs
At YIFM, we are passionate about inclusivity and love welcoming a diverse range of young people to our programmes. However, to ensure every participant has a safe and rewarding experience, it is important to understand the specific nature of our workshops.

Our Creative Environment

1. Our programmes are high-energy, fast-paced, and physically dynamic. Throughout the day, participants will encounter:
2. High Sensory Input: Constant noise, frequent changes in lighting, and a bustling atmosphere.
3. Group Dynamics: A strong focus on collaborative team-work and following collective instructions.
4. Fast Transitions: A rapid workflow that requires a high level of adaptability.

Support Limitations

While we strive to be as accommodating as possible, we do not have SNAs or specialized support staff on our team.

Consequently:

• We are not in a position to provide 1-to-1 care or manage high-level support needs.
• All participants must be able to navigate a group setting independently and adhere to our behavior policy.

We ask that you carefully consider whether this high-intensity, over-stimulating environment is the right fit for your young person. If a participant requires a level of support beyond what our current resources allow, we may not be able to provide the environment they deserve to flourish.

Your Privacy & Support
Confidentiality: Any information provided regarding medical conditions, additional needs, or behaviors that challenge is treated with the strictest confidence.

We ask these questions solely to ensure the safety of your young person and to prepare our lead staff to support them effectively within our group-based structure.

We require the following financial information
2025 Statement of Liability for parent (single parent household) / parents/ guardians
Or last four payslips dated closest to the application form
And / or proof of any core Welfare Payment or Asylum Seeker / International Protection Payment. Please note that all documentation that is submitted is strictly confidential and will only be viewed by YIFM's Financial Manager.

Please upload a copy of applicants Birth Certificate or a photo of Passport Details

Please use the uploads below to provide us with supporting information for your application. This will help to inform the review panel why you should be selected for this bursary? (e.g. - Demonstration of talent or passion for their art. What are the challenges / access barriers facing this young person?)
If you have someone who would like to provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf e.g. teacher, youth worker or anyone who has knowledge of your interest or passion.

Any additional information is really helpful to help support the application for a bursary. The written word, Web Links to your work or images of your art work. Even if it is a rough idea of your talent/interest it can be so helpful.

You can upload images or a document below of your work (maximum 2MB per file) e.g. artwork / sketches / scripts. TOP TIP Put images into a Word document and save as a PDF to upload, that way you can include more images!

Please note that by submitting your acceptance you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions.
Visual Release: As part of any event at NYFAS, we take photos and video footage of young people during activities for our archive and promotional materials. There is no fee for the use of any image and copyright belongs to Young Irish Film Makers.

Medical Release: In the unlikely event of an accident or sudden illness while with us and also as part of our safety policy, your permission is needed for our staff to carry out the appropriate treatment to deal with the situation.

By filling out the details in the acceptance form you are granting such permission. If you have any questions regarding the terms and conditions, please contact us directly Tel: 056 7764677 Email: katherine@yifm.com

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