Rowallane Communities Leading Change Event
Newry, Mourne & Down District Council Participatory Budgeting Event,
Projects that have passed Stage 1 of the application process will now move to the next stage:
Market Stall voting event in Ballynahinch Community Centre on 9th October 2025 from 6pm-9pm where groups have the opportunity to showcase their project to the local community.
09
Oct
Voices That Connect: Women Shaping Peace & Prosperity
In partnership with the Women’s Spaces Project, this one-day gathering will explore women’s leadership, care, and peacebuilding, guided by the Pillars for Peace toolkit and rooted in lived experience.
A gentle wellness element will support reflection and balance, while a complimentary lunch provides space for meaningful connections and networking.
Join a supportive, inspiring network of women shaping positive change in their communities.
9:30 am
13
Oct
Social Housing Flyer Launch Donegall Pass
Collaboration with local groups in South Belfast, Ark, Woven, NIHE and others to produce a social housing flyer. Residents can come along, to learn more on the housing allocation process.
12:00 am
13
Oct
Shared Housing Comic/ Creative Writing Zine Launch
Apex Housing Association is proud to launch the ‘Housing for All’ Shared Housing Comic and Creative Writing Zine, created by young people across Northern Ireland with support from Revolve Comics and Fighting Words NI. Hosted by Small Worlds NI, this interactive roadshow celebrates youth creativity while promoting diversity, inclusion, and shared futures.
11:00 am
13
Oct
Social Housing Flyer Information session Donegall Road/Tates Ave
An opportunity for residents to chat with staff and pick up a leaflet.
6:00 pm
14
Oct
Housing For All Community Mosiac Launch
Housing for All Antrim Community Mosiac launch
2:00 pm
14
Oct
Historical Tour – Slieve Croob Area
Tour of Slieve Croob
Visiting Drumaness, Loughinisland, Castlewellan and Dundrum
10:00 am
15
Oct
Communities leading change; Mournes voting event
Community and voluntary groups across the district are invited to apply for grants of up to £1000, for projects to promote health and well being, successful projects will selected by public vote at this market stall event.
6:00 pm
15
Oct
Strule Shared Education Careers West Event
Strule Shared Education Careers West Event
10:00 am
16
Oct
Strule Shared Education Campus Democracy Event
Strule Shared Education Campus Democracy Event
10:00 am
16
Oct
Grand Choice Participatory Budgeting
Grand Choice Participatory Budgeting Voting Day Drumlough Presbyterian Church
11:00 am
18
Oct
Ecos parkrun, Ballymena
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Every Saturday at 9:30am.
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9:30 am
18
Oct
Belonging & Beyond: Building Inclusive Futures
4 part interactive programme empowers young people to explore themes of identity, race and culture, bias and privilege, immigration and belonging, and the role of an active bystander.
10:30 am
18
Oct
Good Relations Week in the Discovery Centres
Connect with Good Relations Week through Ulster Museum's Discovery Centre Activities.
19
Oct
Discover Derriaghy: A Celebration of Culture & Community
Celebrate diversity, enjoy local & Indian traditions, and strengthen connections in Derriaghy.
A family-friendly cultural celebration, co-designed by Derriaghy Community Association and the local Indian church.
🎶 Highlights include:
• Cultural performances: Indian drummers, Highland dancers & Lambeg drummer
• Shared catering: BBQ, Indian food, tray bakes, tea/coffee & soft drinks
• Children’s activities: bouncy castles, face painting & petting farm
• Live music & local DJ entertainment
• Community stalls & shared spaces for conversation
11:00 am
02
Nov