Planet Youth Wicklow is launching the first-ever *Sleep Awareness Week* running from Monday 24th to Friday 28th August.
The campaign responds to the 2024 Planet Youth Wicklow findings, which showed that 55% of young people reported not getting enough sleep.
As the new school term begins, Sleep Awareness Week will help young people and families reset their routines and highlight the importance of healthy sleep as a protective factor for wellbeing.
Did you know? 30 minutes of activity during the day can improve your sleep!
Throughout the week, we’ll share practical tips on:
- Creating healthy bedtime routines
- Reducing screen time before bed
- Getting active during the day
- Building healthy sleep habits
The campaign was officially launched at the Wicklow Sports Partnership Community Greystones South Beach Festival, highlighting the important link between an active lifestyle and better sleep.
Get involved: organise a 30-minute Sleepwalk!
Youth services, School Completion Programmes, Youthreach centres, schools and community groups are invited to organise a 30-minute Sleepwalk during Sleep Awareness Week.
Free sleep packs are available for participating young people.
To register and request sleep packs, email planetyouthww@gmail.com before 19th August 2026, including:
Date and time of your walk
Delivery address
Number of sleep packs required
