A powerful evening of student-led drama and exhibition that shines a light on the impact of hate crime celebrates diverse cultures and uplifting community voices.
Council Area: Armagh City Banbridge & Craigavon
Westenders/Men’s Shed Singing Work Shops
Westenders intergenerational Singing Group, that will take part in community events, participate in concerts for their members or as a supporting act in community concerts, events or festivals.
Good Relations Discussion
Advisory Group Members and representatives from local organisations will be invited to the meeting to discuss the Good Relations Plan and upcoming projects/proposals.
Boccia Programme
programme to help combat social isolation and to promote good mental health and to improve physical health. In partnership with Sport Changes Life, ABC Council and Southern Trust.
Hate Crime Performance & Exhibition
In partnership with Southern Regional College Armagh, Ark Housing, PCSP, Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council, join us for a powerful evening of student-led drama and exhibition that shines a light on the impact of hate crime, celebrates diverse cultures and uplifts community voices.
21st October, Armagh City Hotel
7pm (doors open 6pm)
Schools Local Democracy Event
This event will bring together local schools to raise awareness around local government and encourage interest around local politics. Pupils can learn about democratic processes and engage with their local Councillors.
Good Relations Needs Assessment Conference
Good Relations Needs Assessment Conference (in partnership with ABC Council, Ark Housing and the Northern Ireland Housing Executive)
Thursday 16th October
9.30am-1.30pm
Armagh City Hotel
This conference brings together community, voluntary and statutory groups from across the Armagh area to identify and discuss the key needs, opportunities and priorities within our community. The conference will be facilitated by Tides Training & Consultancy.
It will be an opportunity to:
- Share your views and experiences
- Network with other organisations and partners
- Help shape the future of Good Relations Work in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council
North of Ireland Brass Band Championships
In association with the Fermanagh/Tyrone Brass Band Summer School supported the Community Relations fund, the North of Ireland Brass Band Championships brings together brass bands from all over Ireland to connect as a brass community together from all cultural backgrounds to work together to sustain and improve the ethos of their cultural. Following on the FTBBSS event in July 2025, this event reunites friendships created at this event in friendly competition but sustaining the strong cultural movement of the brass band for all ages.
Shared Education Mindful Volunteering Day
Banbridge High School, St Patrick’s College and Newbridge Integrated College sixth form students took part in a Mindful Volunteering Day as part of Shared Education and Good Relations Week.
They took part in Mindful Movement facilitated by Connecting Minds and practical volunteering for Oxfam provided by Volunteer Now. Students discussed the importance of making a positive contribution in their community with facilitators from ABC Youth Service and Volunteer Now.
Special Storytime at Brownlow Library
Join us in Brownlow for our Special Storytime as part of Good Relations Week 
Friday 20 September
3:15pm – 3:45pmFor children aged 4- 8 years accompanied by an adult.