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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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Comprehensive Spending Review: Implications for Northern Ireland

On the 11th of June, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR), which gives the Labour government an opportunity to set out their long-term plans for spend. The Chancellor highlighted a 2.3% increase…
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Community and Voluntary Sector: The Last Line of Defence Against Destitution in Northern Ireland

Across Northern Ireland, 335,000 people are living in poverty. They are being failed by a system that should protect them. With no comprehensive Anti-Poverty Strategy, relentless benefit cuts, and ongoing benefit reprofiling—particularly affecting…
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NIRWN’s newest Staff Member

Meet Nicola McGuinness, the newly appointed Animate–Build–Connect (ABC) Programme Co-Ordinator at NIRWN.   Nicola is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, confidence-building, and inclusive leadership. With a background…

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