About US

What is the DYA?

The Catholic Church has always recognised the vital role of young people in the growth and future of the faith. In the Diocese of Dunkeld, there is a great desire to establish a more structured and recognised platform for youth engagement. This presents a unique opportunity to create an organisation which will empower young people strengthen their faith, and foster community involvement.

Our Vision

To build a strong, vibrant, and faith-filled youth community that actively contributes to the spiritual, social and personal growth of young Catholics in the Diocese of Dunkeld.

Our Mission

  • To unite the youth of the diocese through faith, fellowship and service.
  • To provide a platform for young people to deepen their relationship with Christ.
  • To engage young people in leadership, personal development and community service.
  • To foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where all young people are valued.

Our Objectives

Spiritual Growth

Organise youth Masses, retreats, Bible studies, and prayer sessions.

community building

Create a sense of belonging through social events, mentorship programs, and peer support.

Leadership & Skill Development

Offer workshops on leadership, career guidance, and personal development.

Evangelisation & Outreach

Encourage youth involvement in parish activities, charity work, and evangelisation.

Networking & Collaboration

Work with other dioceses, parishes and youth organisations to enhance learning and experiences for young people.

Structure

Youth Director

The overseeing diocesan representative and spiritual director for the DYA

Youth Coordinators

Overall leadership, in partnership with Youth Director, responsible for coordinating activities and pushing things forwards.

Parish Youth Representatives

Serving as contact points for each parish to disseminate information around the diocese.

Social Media Team

Responsible for managing online and social media presence, advertising etc.

Association Members

Open to all (18-35), can fluctuate. Invited to meetings, welcome to be a part of the discussion, to give their voices and views, and to direct the events that they want to see happening.

Events/Activities Committees

Formed by the Members and working in partnership with the Director, Coordinator(s) etc. to organise specific events, requiring only a short-term commitment from Members who are willing – to be appointed at meetings as events are decided.

See Structure Diagram below:

Key People

Fr. Michael Ngobili

Fr. Michael Emeka Ngobili is the Youth Director for Dunkeld Diocese, and oversees the DYA and its activities. He welcomes and encourages all young people to take part in their Church and join us in making a vibrant youth community in our diocese.

Charis & Aimee

Charis & Aimee have been elected as co-coordinators, responsible for overseeing the activities of the DYA and ensuring everything keeps operating smoothly.

James

James is in charge of managing our social media posts and outreach, and is also a valued member of the DYA core team.

Parish Youth Reps

Please see below for our current Parish Youth Representatives:
(last updated June 2025)

PARISHYOUTH REP NAME
St Andrew’s Cathedral, DundeeAimee
Our Lady of SorrowsFr. Michael Ngobili
St Mary’s, Forebank DundeeEwan
St Mary’s, Lochee DundeeBenito
St Joseph’s Convent, DundeeAlexander
Ss Peter & Paul’s, DundeeCharis
St Columba’s, CuparJoseph
St Fillan’s, CrieffAlisha
St Mary Magdalene’s, PerthKirsty
St John the Baptist’s, PerthKirsty

DYA Meetings

Click here to read minutes from our previous meetings and see what we’ve been up to, or check out our Previous Events!