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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.
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393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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This year’s theme is Include. Press play to meet some of the people bringing it to life across Northern Ireland.

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Welcome to
Good Relations
Week 2026

Good Relations Week 2026, taking place from 12th to 18th October, embraces ‘Include’ as its theme, recognising that stronger communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued and respected.

This year’s campaign highlights the importance of inclusion, understanding and connection across all backgrounds, cultures and communities.

By showcasing the creativity, dedication and impact of local groups, organisations and individuals, we can highlight the positive work taking place to address challenges such as division, racism, inequality, isolation, health and wellbeing, poverty and education.

Get involved in Good Relations Week 2026 and help create a future where everyone feels they belong.

How to take part
Six people among autumn trees holding the Include sign for Good Relations Week 2026 — a man in a green and gold kurta with a ukulele, and a woman in a pink and yellow embroidered dress holding out its skirt.

Happening today

Wednesday 14 October — a few of the 66 events on across Northern Ireland today.

14 Oct
7 dates

Showcase or award

Antrim Community Grab a Grand - Applications Open

Community groups in the Antrim area can apply for a £1,000 award through Antrim Community Grab a Grand. Seventeen grants are available to support local projects, activities, events and initiatives that benefit the wider community.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 9am–5pm
Where
Online
Free Online Booking needed
14 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Staff Training - Working Well with Interpreters

“Working well with Interpreters” provides an awareness of HSCNI Foreign Language Interpreter Provision for Patients/Clients who don’t speak English Proficiently. The training is for front line staff working with patients.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 10am–12.30pm
Where
Online
Invitation only Free Online
14 Oct

Panel discussion

Elevating Communities: Sustaining and Growing Grassroots Peacebuilding

Community Connection Event in Belfast Castle The event will include: a. Keynote address and panel b. Roundtables on the themes of the event c. A presentation on the learning and challenges from the evaluation of the Elevate Programme d. Refreshments an

When
Wed 14 Oct · 10am–1.30pm
Where
Belfast Castle , Belfast
Invitation only Free In person
14 Oct

Workshop, training or seminar

Young Voices, Bigger Perspectives

Share your views on how social media impacts how young people perceive and treat others who are different from them!

When
Wed 14 Oct · 10am–12.30pm
Where
Youthlink - Farset Enterprise Park 638 Springfield Road, Belfast
Free In person Booking needed
14 Oct

Education resource

Explore Japan! Drumming, culture and fun.

Explore Japan is an exciting, interactive 45-minute school assembly-style session, introducing pupils to Japan through Japanese culture, language, music and live Taiko drumming.

When
Wed 14 Oct · 9.30am–12.30pm
Where
Bunscoil Cholmcille & Naíscoil Dhoire, Derry City & Strabane
Invitation only Free In person
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Stuck? Ask us.

There is no wrong question. If you are not sure whether your event belongs in the programme, or you are halfway through the form and something will not behave, tell us and we will sort it.

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