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.
The launch of Good Relations Week 2026.
Hundreds of events run across the week — walks, workshops, exhibitions, conversations over tea.
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Celebrate Good Relations Week by helping create a community mural in Whitehead Library.
Celebration or social
Build connections with coffee and chat in Newcastle Library.
Workshop, training or seminar
A session of puzzles, games and simple activities to gently challenge the mind. Taking place in Greystone Library.
Watch it back
We ran a session on how to take part — what counts as an event, how the programme works, and a walkthrough of registering one. If you could not make it, the whole thing is recorded.
It runs 51 minutes. If you only want the practical part, the registration walkthrough is towards the end.
51 min
Groups take part for all sorts of reasons. These are the ones organisers tell us about most.
Be part of Good Relations Week 2026 and help showcase the people, projects and partnerships making a positive difference in communities across the region.
Whether you are planning a community event, workshop, discussion, performance, exhibition or shared experience, Good Relations Week is an opportunity to celebrate inclusion, encourage connection and inspire meaningful conversations.
Register today and receive everything you need to host and promote your event as part of this year’s campaign.
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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