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Campaigns Update

Campaigns:  Guarantee our Essentials Siobhán is part of a campaign from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and the Trussell Trust calling for an Essentials Guarantee within Universal Credit.  The Essentials Guarantee would embed in the social…
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Consultation on NI Executive Anti-Poverty Strategy

There has been much anticipation about an Anti-Poverty Strategy for Northern Ireland and a draft Strategy is now out for consultation.  This is important given rising poverty levels in Northern Ireland and the need for a long-term plan to address…
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Consultation on Department for Communities Budget 2025-26 allocations

This document details the Minister for Communities' initial Budget 2025-26 decisions and how they will impact on the Department’s ability to deliver public services.  Siobhán has completed work on a draft response to this consultation and…
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LOBBYING, POLICY & RESEARCH WORK UPDATE

Siobhán Harding, policy worker from Women's Support Network, has carried out a range of activity with regards to gathering women’s views and experiences, lobbying on issues relevant to women and carrying out policy work over the last couple…
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Poverty is an Issue the Anti-Poverty Strategy won’t solve

Poverty in Northern Ireland has been a significant issue for the last 20 years, and the lack of an Anti-poverty Strategy has left us with an ever-widening gap to help those most in need.  In June 2025 the Executive Office launched their proposed…
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FWIN is looking for passionate, strategic, and community-minded people to join our Management Committee.

FWIN is looking for passionate, strategic, and community-minded people to join our Management Committee.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of shaping our work, deepening our impact, and ensuring women's voices remain at the heart of…
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Breakfast of Champions: A Morning of Inspiration and Impact

Earlier this summer, WOMEN’STEC hosted its annual Breakfast of Champions — a flagship event that brings together employers, partners, and supporters from across the industry who are committed to championing women and girls in skilled careers. The…
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Menopause and Mental Health Report Published

Paula attended the launch of a new report on the Impact of Menopause on Mental Health in NI, in East Belfast Network Centre recently.   The report was compiled by AWARE NI and the All-Party Group on Mental Health. Based on first-hand…
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Final Call: ABC Programme Applications Close Thursday 31st July!

There’s still time to apply for NIRWN’s new Animate – Build – Connect (ABC) Programme – but be quick, as applications close Thursday 31st July!   This programme offers tailored support to help your group grow, develop, and…
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Funding Bites July and August 2025

July 2025 Scheme Funder Note Date LFT Charitable Trust: Reach and Reconnect Grant Programme LFT Charitable Trust Deadline for Project delivery element midday 24 Jul 2025 A B Charitable Trust (ABCT): Open…

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