Good Relations Week
Events
TREK CULTURAL TRAILS
Installation of 21 Cultural Trails into Primary Schools across North Belfast as part of the TREK Project promoting Truth, Empathy, Kindness & Respect whilst raising awareness on cultural diversity.
12:00 pm
14
Aug
Together, Let’s Build – Art Craft in Ballycastle Library
Come to Ballycastle Library and complete a brick art craft sheet by selecting a word, that you feel unites your community together
01
Sep
Centre for Cross Border Studies 24th Annual Conference
Annual Conference examining the grassroots efforts that preceded the Good Friday Agreement
9:00 am
14
Sep
MIRRORBALL
Based on the real-life experiences of Matt Cavan and his drag persona Cherrie Ontop, Mirrorball explores the immense potential of creativity when our worlds are turned upside down by life circumstances.
7:30 pm
15
Sep
Northern Lights
Northern Lights music event is included in the Shared Housing Programme which originates from the Northern Ireland Executive Together: Building a United Community Strategy. The Strategy reflects the Executive’s commitment to improving community relations and continuing the journey towards a more united and shared society. 12 Housing Associations are involved in this event.
4:00 pm
16
Sep
Which Benefits are right for you? Find out in Lisburn City Library
Carol McCabe, from Community Advice, will discuss which benefits are right for you.
2:30 pm
18
Sep
Welcome to The Table
Welcome to the Table provides the space and opportunity for good conversations, listening to others, and sharing experiences, around reconciliation in Northern Ireland.
9:30 am
18
Sep
Ulster GAA School Engagement Programme
Ulster GAA’s School Engagement Programme takes place in Brownlow Integrated College on Monday 18th September.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Ulster GAA Club Engagement Programme
Ulster GAA’S Club Engagement Programme will take place on Monday 18th September in Clan na Gael GAC, Lurgan. Participants will engage in the One Punch Can Kill Workshop.
7:00 pm
18
Sep
TOUR, TEA AND TRAYBAKES
The Museum of Orange Heritage offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the history, significance and current activities of the Orange Institution.
9:00 am
18
Sep
Together, Let’s Build – Art Craft in Ballymoney Library
Come along to Ballymoney Library and complete a brick art craft sheet with a word, that you feel unites your community together
18
Sep
The Living Room
The Living Room is a friendly safe space for conversation, a laugh, a good cry - whatever is needed! Enjoy a cup of tea and biscuits or a cake. We will be reminiscing about our favourite neighbours past and present.
1:00 pm
18
Sep
The growth of ‘Housing for All’
Building shared communities and supporting good relations work within those communities has been a big focus for Apex Housing Association over the last few years. This work has been supported by the Department for Communities and the Northern Ireland Housing Executive’s Housing for All shared housing programme.
12:00 am
18
Sep
Talk and Workshop on Second World War in Enniskillen Library by Michael Fryer
Michael Fryer from the Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum in Belfast will be lead a workshop relating to the Second World War.
11:00 am
18
Sep
Talk and workshop on Second World War by Michael Fryer in Irvinestown Library
Michael Fryer from the Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum in Belfast will host a workshop relating to the Second World War
2:00 pm
18
Sep
Taiko TOGETHER!
An exciting morning of taiko drumming for the BUD Club. This workshops offers a unique opportunity for the young people of the BUD Club to experience vibrant traditions of Japan through the powerful beats of taiko drums.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Shared City, Shared History
Local secondary schools will explore the shared and sometimes divided history of the historic walled city by visiting the Siege Museum as well as the Museum of Free Derry.
9:00 am
18
Sep
Sew on your Badges
Have you been awarded badges from scouts, brownies or Girlguides? Join Sew Ready to learn how to sew on your own skill builder badges. Come along to our badge workshop and learn the skills to sew on your badges yourself.
5:00 pm
18
Sep
Scribbles from The Troubles
Join us for a talk with artist Paula Monoghan as she presents "Scribbles from The Troubles." Delve into the memory and context of her artwork reflecting a child's point of view of growing up during 'The Troubles'. Through her unique style, Paula captures the essence of this period, inviting you to explore the stories and emotions powerfully relayed through visual art and the written word.
12:30 pm
18
Sep
Schools Celebration Event
CIH award for the Knock Knock programme in Ballymena working with 12 schools; and St. John's & Killowen Primary Schools Coleraine were awarded Good Relations Award by Community Relations Council
10:30 am
18
Sep
RCITY Belfast: Paper Riot – Sharing Opinions on Community Relations
As part of Good Relations Week, Positive Steps will be participating in a "paper riot" event, where they will share their own perspectives and listen to their peers' opinions on community relations.
7:00 pm
18
Sep
RCITY BELFAST: Games & Activities night
The session will centre around celebrating Good Relations Week through various games and activities.
7:00 pm
18
Sep
Radius – Cultural Trails
21 Cultural trails will be formally launched in primary schools across North Belfast as part of the wider TREK - Truth, Respect, Empathy and Kindness Initiative over Good Relations Week.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Palestinian Paintings
We're excited that Ulster has embraced this unique bilingual art exhibition promoting reconciliation for the past two years. It opens in Belfast on September 18, 2023, at 11 am at the Conway Mill Centre during Good Relations Week 2023.
11:00 am
18
Sep
Online Trauma Informed Practice Workshop – Level 1 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Awareness
This workshop covers Level 1 ACEs Awareness and is recommended minimum for any staff member in any sector that provides services to people. 30 Places are available.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Newtownhamilton Celebration of Culture
A celebration of the diverse cultures of the residents of Newtownhamilton
6:00 pm
18
Sep
New Stained Glass Window to Celebrate Diversity at Malone College
Year 9 and 10 students at Malone College worked with visual artist Kerrie Hanna to create a series of glass tiles which have been forged together to create a colourful bespoke stained glass window for the school.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Love Your Community in Ballyclare Library
Come along to Ballyclare Library and tells us what you love about your community and how you came to live in Ballyclare on the "Love Your Community Board" during Good Relations Week.
18
Sep
Love Your Community in Antrim Library
Come along to Antrim Library and tell us what you love about your community and how you came to live in Antrim on the "Love Your Community Board" This Good Relations Week.
11:00 am
18
Sep
Londonderry Bands Forum – Podcast 1: John Rankin
In our first podcast, we will feature a conversation with John Rankin, founder member of @Wkmfb73, who will delve into their 50th Anniversary, his journey of forming the band, and a wealth of other fascinating insights.
12:00 pm
18
Sep
Lisburn; Castlereagh City Council – Create Together
Connecting together to create a floral arrangement with local residents
6:30 pm
18
Sep
Launch of the New Crosslinks ‘New Voice’ Project
Launch of the Crosslinks 'New Voice' Project - a good relations, arts based youth project that brings together young people from CNR, PUL & BAME across Belfast to take part in drama, dance, art and music workshops and produce an original theatre and art exhibition for a showcase in March 2024.
7:00 pm
18
Sep
History of the Headstones
Local secondary schools will explore the shared and sometimes divided history of the historic walled city by visiting the Siege Museum as well as the Museum of Free Derry.
9:00 am
18
Sep
Funding Information Fairs
Funding and information fairs on September 18 (Armagh Orange Hall) and September 28 (Millennium Court, Portadown) will provide valuable advice and services from various organizations for interested attendees.
5:00 pm
18
Sep
Foyle Schools Poetry Competition 2024 Launch
After the highly successful 2023 inaugural Foyle Schools Poetry Competition, Creggan Enterprises Revival Programme will launch the 2024 Foyle Schools Poetry Competition in September 2023.
1:00 pm
18
Sep
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council lights up buildings for Good Relations Week
Council lights up buildings to mark Good Relations Week 2023
8:00 pm
18
Sep
Explore TOGETHER: World of Art
The Hen Shed will participate in these workshops that will introduce them to Lippan Art – which will allow them to explore the Indian Culture through an enjoyable medium.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Disability on the Record Exhibition in Coleraine Library
This PRONI exhibition held in Coleraine Library provides an overview of how disability has been represented in Northern Ireland over time.
18
Sep
Creative Schools Ambassador Event
Children from schools participating in the Creative Schools Partnership Programme had an opportunity to come together to meet one another and take workshops designed to share learning, teach new skills and build confidence through the arts.
9:00 am
18
Sep
Community Connected Together
Eden Project Communities invite you to celebrate Good Relations Week with us because we believe we need strong, connected communities to support each other and protect our planet. Through The Big Lunch, our Network, and community activity, we’re on a mission to create happier and healthier communities who are better equipped to face life’s challenges.
1:00 pm
18
Sep
Climate and Good Relations, Policy and Practice
Seminar to discuss Climate and Good Relations in policy and practice with a focus on Belfast
6:30 pm
18
Sep
Celebrating Good Relations Week
The upcoming Good Relations Week in Ballycastle is set to kick off in style, bringing together students from St. Patrick's & St. Brigid's, Ballycastle Integrated, and Bridin Ni Dhonnghaile Primary Schools, along with the esteemed presence of Mayor Steven Callaghan.
10:00 am
18
Sep
Boys’ Model Students uncover the untold stories of North Belfast
A group of students from Belfast Boys’ Model School in North Belfast have been delving deep into the stories, past and present, of their local community as part of a special literacy project designed to build confidence and enhance writing skills.
11:00 am
18
Sep
Better Together
Belfast Trust together with The Executive Office and the Community Relations Council are hosting a Good Relations event to celebrate working together to better promote good relations. The event will feature guest speakers, a photo exhibition and a school choir.
1:30 pm
18
Sep
Almanac for a Walled City – Experience the New Interactive App
Download and experience Almanac for a Walled City, a new geolocated soundwalk app that examines our relationship with the weather.
9:00 am
18
Sep
Walking Football Tournament
Teams from across Northern Ireland have gathered in Newtownards for a Walking Football tournament aimed at increasing physical fitness and improving mental wellbeing.
12:00 am
19
Sep
Walk Together for Good Relations Week
Explore East Belfast during Good Relations Week 2023 with a guided walk, discovering local spots and the Connswater Community Greenway. RSVP at katy@ebcda.org to secure your spot.
11:00 am
19
Sep
Ulster Museum Discover Nature
Ulster Museum Discovery Centres – The Ulster Museum’s interactive centres, Discover Art, Discover History and Discover Nature, offer unique and exciting learning experiences to people of all ages.
2:00 pm
19
Sep
Together: Celebrating Diversity in Our Schools
This event will highlight how diversity is celebrated in our schools, focusing on a variety of good relations and equality related themes.
9:30 am
19
Sep
Together through Indian Heritage Art
This is an opportunity for young children and adults to learn about Indian Heritage through creating a piece Warli Art through the medium of painting. Children 8+ can be registered for this workshop.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Together Artwork Exhibition
Interactive artwork Exhibition exploring the word "Together"
10:00 am
19
Sep
The Troubles and Beyond
The Troubles and Beyond exhibition is An in-depth look at Northern Ireland’s history from 1969 to the present day. This exhibition looks at the impact and legacy of the period referred to as ‘the Troubles’ through objects from the collections and first-hand accounts.
19
Sep
T:BUC Engagement Forum – The Good Friday Agreement, 25 years on
The T:BUC Engagement Forum will explore some aspects of the outworking from the Good Friday Agreement and its impact delivering good relations and a sustainable legacy by investing in regeneration. The event will be hosted by Tim McGarry.
9:30 am
19
Sep
Story, Tea and Chat in Cookstown Library
Come to Cookstown Library for a shared reading session.
2:00 pm
19
Sep
Shared? On Tour 2023
Partisan Productions present Shared? - a way for audiences to think and talk about social housing and sharing space
7:30 pm
19
Sep
Screening of the Movie “Together” at Holywood Arches Library
Visit Holywood Arches Library for a FREE film screening on the theme of 'Together' as part of Good Relations Week 2023
2:00 pm
19
Sep
Remembering and Learning Together: Ways to Mark Holocaust Memorial Day January 2024
Join staff from the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust online to find out about ways your group can mark Holocaust Memorial Day in meaningful, effective ways together
1:00 pm
19
Sep
Practitioners Meet-Up
Two creative responses to “then and now”, will be presented for a little pondering and discussion, accompanied by tea/coffee and cake. Open to all who work in community in the Lurgan area and beyond.
3:30 pm
19
Sep
Museum of Innovation – Innovator in Focus
The Museum of Innovation is where we tell the story of Irish and Northern Irish ingenuity and innovation. These individuals pushed the boundaries of what was thought achievable in pursuit of their dreams. The Museum of Innovation is located at the Ulster Transport Museum.
19
Sep
Living Library
Our Living Library event is your opportunity to ‘borrow’ a person, instead of a book, for a one-to-one 20-minute conversation. Running as part of Good Relations Week 2023, our library-with-a-difference is the place to discover unique and fascinating real-life stories.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Library of Sanctuary Award Celebration at Ormeau Road Library
Celebrate Ormeau Road Library receiving Library of Sanctuary Status
10:00 am
19
Sep
Inclusive Global Histories Trail
Across Ulster Museum, new labels are considering our history, nature and art galleries through an inclusive global lens. These interpretations include multiple perspectives and encourage dialogue.
19
Sep
Harvest Season at Ulster Folk Museum
Celebrate harvest season at Ulster Folk Museum throughout September. Explore traditional harvest activities in our exhibit buildings.
19
Sep
Futsal Indoor Football
Futsal indoor football sessions run out by IFA in 5 primary schools in Omagh. A programme finale will bring all schools together.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Flowers from around the world workshop
Join us at Girona Close for a family-friendly gardening event. We'll create stunning window boxes with global flowers, spreading cheer in autumn and a touch of spring in winter. All supplies and guidance provided for a hopeful and happy experience.
12:00 pm
19
Sep
Film as Art: Brian Desmond Hurst exhibition
Film as Art: Brian Desmond Hurst – An exhibition exploring the life and works of one of Northern Ireland’s best directors.
19
Sep
Express Yourself – Social Café Open Day
Express Yourself - Social Café Open Day! Pop in, chat, get creative and connect. All welcome - no art experience needed!
2:00 pm
19
Sep
Cúl Trá-il at Ulster Folk Museum
Discover Irish-English, Irish, and Ulster Scots language traditions on the self-guided Cúl Trá-il trail at Ulster Folk Museum. Explore the Irish language's history through museum exhibits and Cultra's heritage.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Cuchulainn Initiative: Lurgan Cuchulainns Celebration Event
Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council will recognise the Lurgan Cuchulainns for their participation in the Ulster GAA Cuchulainn Initiative in 2023.
1:00 pm
19
Sep
Communit-Tea at Rathcoole Library
Come along to Rathcoole Library for some tea, stories and chat at our special Good Relations Event with guest Martin McDowell from North of Ireland Family History Society.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Climate change and human rights podcast
The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission is launching an episode of its podcast series ‘Shared Goals’. This episode explores the topic of climate change and human rights and featuring Ian Fry, the UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of human rights in the context of climate change.
12:00 am
19
Sep
Churches Together Walk
Inter-church walk in Omagh organised by Omagh Churches’ Forum, in conjunction with Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.
7:00 pm
19
Sep
Chinese Culture Day
This event will showcase the Chinese Culture in a number of different mediums such as Peking opera mask painting, fan dance demonstration, sample of Chinese food and Chinese tea tasting and treats!!
5:00 pm
19
Sep
Bad Bridget at Ulster American Folk Park
The Bad Bridget exhibition at Ulster American Folk Park (on display until April 2024) tells the stories of the thousands of women who left Ireland for North America between 1838 and 1918. Many of whom found themselves facing troubles and struggling to survive.
10:00 am
19
Sep
Ards and North Down Borough Council – Good Relations Week 2023 – Shared History
Online seminars exploring the shared history of Londonderry/Derry
7:00 pm
19
Sep
A Bit of Craic in Crumlin Library
Come along to Crumlin Library for some chat and stories. This session will include a visit from the Digital Film Archive.
2:30 pm
19
Sep
‘Stories from a lost Homeland’
Inter Ethnic Forum and Bann Maine West invite you to 'Stories from a lost homeland' . Keynote speaker Masako Carey gives an insight into Japanese culture and shares her personal journey from Japan to NI; the painful loss of family, friends and places familiar and her love for Northern Ireland.
7:00 pm
19
Sep
Young Men, Masculinities and Imprisonment: An Ethnographic Study in Northern Ireland
You are invited to the launch of 'Young Men, Masculinities and Imprisonment: An Ethnographic Study in Northern Ireland' (Palgrave Macmillan) by Dr Conor Murray.
The event will take place on Wednesday 20th September 2023, 5-7pm at Ulster University’s Belfast Campus (BC Building).
5:00 pm
20
Sep
Yarnspinners present renowned storyteller “Stephen O’Hara” in Lisburn City Library
Join the Yarnspinners and Stephen O'Hara for an afternoon of storytelling in Lisburn City Library
2:30 pm
20
Sep
Ulster Museum Discover History
Ulster Museum Discovery Centres – The Ulster Museum’s interactive centres, Discover Art, Discover History and Discover Nature, offer unique and exciting learning experiences to people of all ages.
Connect with people from the past through artefacts from a range of historical periods on Wednesday 20th September from 2pm -2:30 pm in Discover History.
2:00 pm
20
Sep
Ulster GAA School Engagement Programme
Ulster GAA’s School Engagement Programme takes place in Shimna Integrated College on Wednesday 20th September.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Third Person in Our Marriage
Short drama examining the sensitive subject of victimhood followed by post-show discussion on the theme of Legacy.
7:00 pm
20
Sep
Suteminis and Sutemos Sessions – DU Dance
DU Dance's Suteminis and Sutemos are returning on Wednesday 20th September. As this is Good Relations Week they will take time getting to know each other and explore the positive message from Good Relations Week that ‘Together’ we can make a difference to break down barriers and build more inclusive communities.
6:00 pm
20
Sep
Stories of Life, Faith and Hope
You're invited to join us for conversations with key community members as they share their life experiences, faith, and sources of hope.
7:00 pm
20
Sep
Slieve Gullion Good Relations Funding Fair
Funders from across the area will come along to speak to the general public about how to access and apply for their funding. Funders who will present include; The Executive Office, Community Relations Council and The Department for Foreign Affairs, Ireland.
3:00 pm
20
Sep
Sharing and Learning Together
A group of local women from across Donegall Pass, Donegall Road and Sandy Row are set to visit 174 Trust as part of an ongoing consultation in preparation for the development of a Good Relations Hub on Donegall Pass.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Reminiscence session with NI War Memorial Museum in Warrenpoint Library
Come and join us in Warrenpoint Library for a reminiscence session delivered by the NI War Memorial Museum.
4:30 pm
20
Sep
Poster Designing – RCITY Belfast
RCITY Belfast are designing a poster with their year 2 team to celebrate Good Relations Week 2023. The group are getting creative and designing a poster showcasing their version of a city they would want to live in and is includive for all.
12:00 am
20
Sep
Perfect Space
In Your Space Circus will work with up to four schools to examine how our shard spaces can influence the way we look at the world and how the way we look at the world can influence our shared space.
10:00 am
20
Sep
People Together – Tea and Newspapers in Castlederg Library
As part of Good Relations Week Castlederg library are reaching out to all community groups, charity organisations and various Libraries NI partners to welcome all and sundry to a series of special Tea and Newspaper session.
11:00 am
20
Sep
People Together – Sewing Bee in Derry Central Library
Derry Central Library invite everyone to a special Sewing Bee Session. We welcome new members along to make new friends and learn new skills.
12:30 pm
20
Sep
Oral History and understanding and teaching the Troubles: Voices of 68 and 74
This Webinar, led by Professor Chris Reynolds of Nottingham Trent University is designed to help people better understand the Troubles through the experiences of those living at the time, and by placing those events in their wider context.
7:00 pm
20
Sep
NI Urban Green Space welcomes ‘Make Space for Girls’
NI Environment Link & the National Trust invite you to our first Urban Green Space webinar!
12:00 pm
20
Sep
Multicultural Arts and Crafts
The event will have arts and crafts, Indian Diya making workshop, henna tattoo station, refreshments will be provided.
1:00 pm
20
Sep
Londonderry Bands Forum Good Relations Week Podcast
Londonderry Bands Forum podcast returns for 2023 celebrating the theme of together and the work of the Londonderry Bands Forum and it's member bands
7:00 pm
20
Sep
LGBTQIA+ Awareness Training
An introductory session for parents and the wider community to learn about our vibrant and diverse LGBTQIA+ community in Belfast and beyond.
12:00 pm
20
Sep
Let’s Connect Championships
A 5-A-Side Football Tournament organised as part of Good Relations Week at the Valley Leisure Centre.
10:00 pm
20
Sep
Learnings from Digital Volunteering
Join Nerve Centre and the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland for a special in person event sharing valuable insights from the CollabArchive project.
2:00 pm
20
Sep
Introduction to Library Services for ERANO Enniskillen Library
Introduction to Library Services for ERANO (Empowering Refugees & Newcomers Organisation)
11:00 am
20
Sep
Inspiring Women through the Art of Photography & Storytelling Exhibition in Cookstown
In 14 weeks, 8 diverse Cookstown women learned photography, empowering themselves. The book launch is on September 20, 2023, at the Hub, Cookstown (6-9pm).
6:00 pm
20
Sep
Good Relations Celebration
Celebrating the great work of our staff, volunteers and partners working together to support diverse groups of young people across Northern Ireland in order to create meaningful change.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Futsal Indoor Football
Radius is working with Omagh Futsal Club and 6 Schools on a cross community basis to take part in indoor football and good relations exercises.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Funding Clinics
Access to a range of funding organisations and support agencies to provide information and guidance to community and voluntary sector organisations
7:00 pm
20
Sep
Fighting Words NI Workshop in Rathcoole Library
Rathcoole is welcoming the team from Fighting Words NI for a special workshop blending storytelling and illustration together.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Culture Workshops TOGETHER
Dennett Interchange will work with the two primary schools in Donemana to deliver workshops looking at other cultures and traditions.
10:00 am
20
Sep
Cultural Night
An evening of exploring the Protestant Culture, History and Good Relations with a guest speaker.
7:00 pm
20
Sep
Cultural Awareness Training
Cultural awareness training for Northern Trust Staff Group (NHSCT) staff group.
11:00 am
20
Sep
Coming Together for a Media Initiative for Children Respecting Difference Workshop (Parents/Carers and Management-Invite only)
With this year's Good Relations theme in mind, we will join 'together' with early years practitioners, parents/carers and members of management teams from early years settings to facilitate discussion and thinking around the Media Initiative for Children Respecting Difference Programme. This workshop will provide parents and others involved from the local community with an opportunity to reflect on their own values, attitudes and prejudices and will highlight the importance of local settings working collaboratively and collectively to drive meaningful progress towards building a shared future for everyone.
6:30 pm
20
Sep
ChangeMaker Podcast
In this fascinating episode of the WheelWorks Creative Works Podcast, Lesley shares her recollections of the project and her challenges and achievements. The lead artist in the ChangeMaker programme, Lesley Cherry, was also involved in good relations work in east Belfast, helping to transform some of the paramilitary murals there into pieces of public art.
10:30 am
20
Sep
Building Together
Join us for 'Building Together' and learn how Habitat for Humanity's mission continues to break down barriers and build partnerships. Be a part of a conversation with team members from Gilnahirk Presbyterian Church & St. Colmcille's Parish, who recently returned from supporting Habitat's Ukraine response in Poland.
7:00 pm
20
Sep
Youth Link: NI Annual Peacebuilding Lecture
Youth Link's Annual Peace Day Lecture and Discussion - Together, Pursuing the Common Good, with Dr Cathy Bollaert
9:45 am
21
Sep
Women at War
September 21st is International Day of Peace! Our workshop will highlight the role of women during WW1 and how their roles have changed since. We will also explore why women are important in de-escalating conflict and promoting cultures of peace and coexistence and how they can prevent recruitment of children as combatants. Informal discussions and lunch follows workshop.
10:00 am
21
Sep
Voyage of the Fellowship – Wall Mural
Children and Young People in the 'Voyage of the Fellowship' project explore shared themes in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, culminating in a mural at the Churches Trust youth facility to celebrate their learning journey.
6:00 pm
21
Sep
UN International Day of Peace: Celebration of Difference
Corrymeela is curating an evening of music and conversation which will shine a spotlight on some of the voices and lives that make our society so rich and diverse. St Anne's Cathedral will provide the setting for a night to mark the UN International Day of Peace.
7:00 pm
21
Sep
Tullycarnet Yarnspinners with Colum Sands
Join Colum Sands, universal storyteller for an evening with the Yarnspinners at Tullycarnet Library.
8:00 pm
21
Sep
Troubles and Beyond Exhibition Tour
Take a tour of the Troubles and Beyond Gallery on Thursday 21st September, led by our modern history curator Rebecca Laverty.
12:30 am
21
Sep
Towards Together…. A personal journey in fostering peace and building community.
Talk by community activist Anne Carr on her personal story of peacebuilding in Northern Ireland.
7:00 pm
21
Sep
TogetHERness – reflections from Iceland
A hybrid event, with a coffee morning held at NIRWN premises
10:30 am
21
Sep
Together: IEF and tenx9
The Integrated Education Fund is delighted to be partnering with tenx9 again for this free storytelling event. Come along to hear nine people share true stories on the theme ‘Together’!
7:30 pm
21
Sep
The St Comgall’s story: from dereliction to transformation
The talk and tour will explore the lessons learned from the long journey of the transformation of St Comgall’s. Gerry McConville in conversation with William Mitchell.
1:00 pm
21
Sep
Shared?
Shared? is a thought provoking, moving and surprisingly funny exploration of contemporary housing issues and the human lives behind social housing statistics and stereotypes. Follow a colourful cast of characters living in a shared housing development.
7:30 pm
21
Sep
Shared Spaces Photo Exhibition
The Shared Spaces Project exhibition presents photographs and reflections on everyday interactions within and across communities from young people aged 16-18 who grew up in or live in Belfast.
6:00 pm
21
Sep
Screening of the Movie ‘Hidden Figures’
Hidden Figures movie screening at The Courtyard Theatre, Ballyearl.
7:30 pm
21
Sep
Screening of the Movie ‘Encanto’
Encanto movie screening at The Courtyard Theatre, Ballyearl
4:00 pm
21
Sep
Performance with Shania Twain
Cara, one of Beyond Skin's young musicians and #youth4peace ambassador who made the headlines for Good Relations Week 2021, this year will be performing with Shania Twain during Good Relations Week 2023.
9:00 pm
21
Sep
Peace Builds at the Speed of Trust? Exploring the development of ‘trust indicators’ for school-based reconciliation
Community Relations in Schools (CRIS) and Coventry University's, Centre for Trust Peace and Social Relations will launch case study research which examines the role of trust building in school-based reconciliation initiatives.
11:00 am
21
Sep
Our Lives Our Legacy
Springboards’ Our Lives Our Legacy event is a youth -led immersive exhibition and performance where young people will explore the legacy of the Good Friday Agreement and share their hopes for the future.
6:00 pm
21
Sep
Online Quiz Night
Join Reclaim the Agenda and Here NI for an online quiz night. No team needed, join in from your sofa and get your brain in gear! Prizes to be won.
7:00 pm
21
Sep
NI War Memorial Museum Talk by Michael Fryer
Join Michael Fryer from the Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum as he talks about the Second World War in Dungannon Library
10:30 am
21
Sep
Mediation tools for building community
Online interactive workshop to share mediative tools to help ever changing communities to live better together!
7:00 pm
21
Sep
Lunch and Learn – involving refugees and asylum seekers as volunteers.
Lunch & Learn Session: Creating 'Together' through involving refugees and asylum seekers as volunteers.
1:30 pm
21
Sep
Learn to use a Sewing Machine (Taster Class)
On this 2 hour workshop you will learn all you need to know about using and making the most of a sewing machine and make a handy zipper pouch to consolidate your newly learnt skills in the process.
6:30 pm
21
Sep
Introduction to Library Services for ERANO in Omagh Library
Introduction to Library Services for ERANO (Empowering Refugees & Newcomers Organisation).
11:00 am
21
Sep
Intentional Togetherness – an open community dialogue
An open invitation to participate in a community dialogue about intentional togetherness and our hopes and aspirations for shared belonging and a shared community.
11:00 am
21
Sep
Identity and Belonging
Intergenerational conference exploring the themes of identity and belonging.
12:00 pm
21
Sep
Holywell Trust Conversations – Good Relations Week Webinar
Join us on Zoom for a special Good Relations Week online episode of our Holywell Trust Conversations Podcast. (details to follow)
2:00 pm
21
Sep
Good Relations Week Breakfast Event
RCITY Belfast have organised for Youth workers across North Belfast to come 'Together' for a breakfast event to celebrate Good Relations Week 2023.
11:00 am
21
Sep
First Steps
RCITY Belfast are hosting a session to explore what good relations is and discuss their own views on this. The team will then get creative and design a flag about elements that make them who they are from each community.
12:00 am
21
Sep
Féile Le Chéile: Lainseáil Chlár // Programme Launch
Ag ceiliúradh 50 bliana don cheol traidisiúnta i nDoire // Celebrating 50 years of Traditional Irish Music in Derry!
1:00 pm
21
Sep
Communit-Tea at Greystone Library
Come along to Greystone Library for some tea, stories and chat at our special Good Relations Event with guest Martin McDowell from North of Ireland Family History Society.
10:30 am
21
Sep
Communit-Tea at Antrim Library
Come along to Antrim Library and enjoy some tea and chat about the things in our reminiscence box at our special Good Relations Event
10:00 am
21
Sep
Cafe Culture
Join us for relaxed conversations with individuals from diverse backgrounds who now call our Borough home. Learn about their journeys, experiences in a new country, cultural differences, and more! Register by emailing good.relations@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk. Places are limited.
10:30 am
21
Sep
Building Connections Creatively
Building Connections Creatively will use the arts and creative storytelling to build connections with groups of people who would otherwise not meet.
11:00 am
21
Sep
A Word From NIFHA CEO, Seamus Leheny
Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations, CEO Seamus Leheny outlines the important role of housing associations in delivering positive good relations work in Northern Ireland. Housing for All & shared schemes help break down barriers & tackle social issues.
9:00 am
21
Sep
4 Corners Festival: Visions Of Our City Premiere
A video premiere showcasing young people's experiences of the 4 Corners Festival and Ulster University partnership event 'Visions Of Our City' at which sixth formers from across Belfast used photography to explore their dreams for the city.
7:00 pm
21
Sep
Youth Panel Discussion – Sharing Space on a Shared Island
Young People involved with different Churches, share their insights and experiences of the Shared Island Forum.
10:00 am
22
Sep
We are the Ripple Effect: Lesser Spoken stories
A special chance to meet peacemakers who have contributed their stories to a new book by Teya Sepinuck.
6:00 pm
22
Sep
Ulster Scots Cultural Celebration
An evening of Ulster-Scots entertainment for the youth to showcase Ulster Scots heritage, breakdown barriers and try to create connectivity in a rural are.
7:00 pm
22
Sep
Ulster Museum Discover Art
Ulster Museum Discovery Centres – The Ulster Museum’s interactive centres, Discover Art, Discover History and Discover Nature, offer unique and exciting learning experiences to people of all ages.
2:00 pm
22
Sep
Tour, Tea and Traybakes
The Museum of Orange Heritage offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the history, significance and current activities of the Orange Institution.
12:00 pm
22
Sep
Seamus Mallon – ‘A Shared Home Place’
Engage in a positive, inclusive and challenging conversation about people, peace and politics for the next 25 years.
7:00 pm
22
Sep
Green Gym @ Cultra
Come along on Friday 22nd September and help us bring our cottage gardens back to life, growing the heritage fruit and vegetables they would have produced over 100 years ago.
10:00 am
22
Sep
GOOD RELATIONS WEEK 2023 SCHOOL POSTER DESIGN COMPETITION
Calling all primary and post-primary school pupils! Kick-start the new school year with the Community Relations Council. Good Relations Week 2023 is delivering the positive message of ‘working together to deliver change’ and we want YOU to get involved!
12:00 pm
22
Sep
Good Relations TOGETHER Youth Event
A showcase event to highlight the different cultures and
traditions that reside in our community and surrounding areas.
7:00 pm
22
Sep
Giant Small Worlds Workshop for North Belfast Youth Groups
Ardoyne Youth Enterprise is hosting a giant Small Worlds Workshop for North Belfast youth groups on Friday 22 September 23 at Girdwood Community Hub Shared Space, 6pm to 9pm.
6:00 pm
22
Sep
Debate Conference
Parallel Histories debating conference will invite schools from across Northern Ireland to join us in Stormont, 10am to 2pm for what promises to be a fantastic day of debate and discussion.
10:00 am
22
Sep
Connecting Communities
Culture workshops to promote the cultures and traditions of people living in our City and District to residents of Creggan.
10:00 am
22
Sep
Communit-Tea at Glengormley Library
Come along to Glengormley Library for some tea, stories and chat at our special Good Relations Event with guest Martin McDowell from North of Ireland Family History Society.
10:00 am
22
Sep
Communit-Tea at Crumlin Library
Come along to Crumlin Library for some tea, stories and chat at our special Good Relations Event with guest Martin McDowell from North of Ireland Family History Society.
3:00 pm
22
Sep
Breathe – Project commence
Breathe is a community art project. It is based on a piece of writing of the same name, written by Prof John Paul Lederach, as presented at the 4 Corners Festival '22. His words are mostly situated in Belfast and consider what it is like to live, be and breathe in the city. The 22nd September sees the start of the project which is taking place in Forthspring Inter-Community group. It is engaging participants from the centre and neighbouring areas of Belfast and is facilitated by CAP artists Carole Kane and Charmaine McBride.
The project will enable the production of creative artwork in response to Breathe in Belfast and will be exhibited in January '24. Watch out for further information...
10:30 am
22
Sep
An Audience with the Authors
Holywell Trust presents ‘An Audience with the Authors’ – an inclusive evening event, in conversation with local authors whose work addresses important community relations and cultural heritage themes.
7:00 pm
22
Sep
A Rural Gathering: Growing Inclusive Communities
RCN and TIDES invite you to this special Good Relations Week Event exploring how we grow inclusive spaces and places together.
10:00 am
22
Sep
Storytime with Heather Bradley
Join award winning Canadian children's author Heather Bradley in Belfast Central Library, for this special storytime event as she promotes her new book "We Both Speak English, But..."
11:00 am
23
Sep
Storytelling for Adults in Castlewellan Library
Adult Storytelling in Castlewellan Library
12:00 pm
23
Sep
St. Columba’s Heritage Walk
Discover the 1500-year story of St. Columba at St. Columba's Cafe in the Park. Join us at 9:30 am for coffee before the 10 am guided 1.5-hour walk. Please dress appropriately.
9:30 am
23
Sep
Small World Café
A cafe style workshop will provide a safe space for participants to meet people from different backgrounds and parts of the world.
10:00 am
23
Sep
Sisters TOGETHER
NWIA would like to welcome local women to visit their centre to gain insight into the lives of Muslim women, to chat, ask questions about their culture, values and traditions.
4:00 pm
23
Sep
Rights Here, Right Now: Young People Using Children’s Rights for Positive Change
Seven leading organisations have organised an event for children and young people to discuss and learn more about the recent concluding observations and recommendations from the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child.
1:30 pm
23
Sep
PeacePlayers – Celebrating 20 Years of Building Positive Relations & Celebrating Diversity Through Sport
In its 20th Anniversary Year, PeacePlayers will be hosting a series of events, both on-line and in person, which will celebrate and promote the power of sport for promoting diversity and building sustainable peace..
9:00 am
23
Sep
North Belfast Multicultural family Fun Day
Ardoyne Youth Enterprise is hosting a multicultural celebration and family fun day
1:00 pm
23
Sep
Mini Mela Ballynahinch
Ballynahinch Mini Mela delivered through a partnership between Choice Housing Ireland LTD, Ballynahinch Community Collective and Artsekta.
2:00 pm
23
Sep
Indian Hindu Association
This event will showcase the culture and traditions of the Indian Community to a wider audience. The event will close with a Bollywood Movie for everyone to enjoy.
5:45 pm
23
Sep
History Walk – Good Relations Week
A historical walk on Saturday 23rd September 2023 around Cushendun noting places of importance and how Gaeilge was once the main language taking place very interesting walk which is like a journey back in time about life in the area.
1:30 pm
23
Sep
Good Relations Street Art Celebration
Groups of young people from across our communities will create a bespoke final piece of street art along the quay. Come along, get creative and showcase your creative flare!
1:00 pm
23
Sep
Fermanagh Churches’ Forum Study Visit
Study visit to Hillsborough Castle and the East Belfast Mission.
9:15 am
23
Sep
Family Fun Day!
Free family fun day taking place in Lurgan Park on Saturday 23rd September, noon to 4pm! This event is to celebrate Good Relations week and will have a wide variety activities for everyone to enjoy! With inflatables, soft play bus, nerf wars, forest schools, balloon modelling, face painting and more!
12:00 pm
23
Sep
Family Film Screening in Coleraine Library
Come together at Coleraine Library for a FREE film screening as part of Good Relations Week 2023. Suitable for all the family. Details available in branch.
11:00 am
23
Sep
Equinox
The event will take place in three strands, physical group performance, student seminar and screening in the Ledger studios in University of Atypical, as part of the 2023 Bounce Festival.
12:00 pm
23
Sep
End of Harvest Celebration – Ulster Folk Museum
Celebrate harvest with us on September 23rd at Ulster Folk Museum. Enjoy drinks at McCusker's Pub, traditional music, dance, and more activities all day.
10:00 am
23
Sep
Ecos parkrun, Ballymena
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
9:30 am
23
Sep
Drumming Circle and African Storytelling in Antrim Library
Come along and join in with the African drum circle and listen to tales from our guest storyteller Khanyisa.
10:00 am
23
Sep
Celebration of 30 years
Celebrate SPCA's 30th anniversary with us at The Jethro Centre! Enjoy a fun-filled day with activities like a bouncy castle, face painting, an ice cream van, and showcases from our user groups, including performances by Lynsey Allen Ballet School and the Musical Society.
2:00 pm
23
Sep
Celebrate Diversity: Aye Multicultural Fun Day 2023
This exciting event will include; foods of the world, BBQ, DJ Trevor, live music workshops, arts, gaming, African drumming, Henna tattoos and a bouncy Castle!
4:00 pm
23
Sep
African Drumming and Storytelling
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council in partnership with Libraries NI invite you to come along to our African Drumming and Storytelling event at Antrim Library.
10:00 am
23
Sep
The Man Who Swallowed a Dictionary
This one-man show portrays Ervine's life, from East Belfast to political negotiations, highlighting his role in securing Protestant working-class support for the Good Friday Agreement.
3:00 pm
24
Sep
Philippine Kultura- Karaoke, Traditional games and sports
A fun-filled afternoon with the most popular past time of Filipinos, the karaoke. Sing your heart out with your favourite songs and engage in sports after.
2:00 pm
24
Sep
PEACE IN THE PARK II
Peace in the Park II a celebration of good relations in Alexandra Park North Belfast. A cross community family event with music fun activities for the children and much much more
12:00 am
24
Sep
Open Botantic
On the 24th September 2023 Forward South Partnership are hosting an event called Open Botantic. This will showcase Botantic Avenue as a place fully acessible to pedestrians and cyclists with a wide range of fun activities, community engagement projects and celebration of all the people and communities in the area.
12:00 pm
24
Sep
MSCNI Sports Festival 2023 in Celebration of Good Relations Week
MSCNI Multi Sports is a sports festival where ethnic minority children aged 5–11 to experience local sports and activities to celebrate togetherness with local children.
24
Sep
MSCNI Legacy Cup 2023 in Celebration of Good Relations Week
The Legacy Cup is one element of our annual Sports festival, which we plan to host annually to leave a legacy and a spirit of togetherness for youth within the diverse communities of Northern Ireland.
24
Sep
Inspired to Act – Ordinary people who do extra-ordinary things
An 8 Podcast series, exploring inspirational stories of peacebuilding and transformation not just from Northern Ireland, but across the world.
24
Sep
Holyland Mural Unveiling!
The inaugural tour will be taking off at 3pm, after the Open Botantic event wraps up, unveiling a brand new "Good Neighbours" mural at 4pm in gorgeous Wildflower Alley! Come by the stall at Open Botantic on Sunday (12-3pm) to sign up!
3:00 pm
24
Sep
Hillsborough Boys & Girls FC Litter pick
Members of our club will be spending the morning together litter picking in the local area followed by refreshments.
9:00 am
24
Sep
Abbey Gymnastics CIC Open Day
Don't miss our Leadership Academy Open Day on October 24, 2023, for ages 11+ interested in event planning and coaching. Plus, join our free 'Open Gym' event on September 24 for all ages (3+). Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.
24
Sep
Opportunities and Challenges for Schools and Communities along the Border
Join this event to hear more about opportunities and challenges for primary schools and communities in our border areas.
1:00 pm
25
Sep
My World Is Made to Share
Showing of the recorded stories based on Past, Present and Future. This was a project from Community Relations Forum, Falls Women's Centre and Shankill Women's Centre recorded during Covid. It will be followed by a question and answer session.
7:00 pm
25
Sep
LAUNCH OF THE NEW ‘GET INTO SEWING’ PROGRAMME
Launch of the Sew Ready 'Get into Sewing' program - a free workshop for anyone wanting to learn how to sew either for leisure of of a way to meet new people.
11:00 am
25
Sep
Service of Thanksgiving
Ballymena Service of Thanksgiving: Ballymena Church Members Forum call on the community to join together in giving thanks for those diverse agencies in Ballymena who contribute to supporting and building a cohesive and inclusive Ballymena community.
7:30 pm
26
Sep
Medieval Viking Experience
Students from St. Mary's and Ballynahinch Primary Schools will visit Ballydugan Medieval Settlement to experience the Dark Ages in Ireland, including traditional cooking, crafts, and skills.
10:00 am
26
Sep
World Culture Day
Workshop and musical production with St. Patrick's College & Drumglass High School.
10:00 am
27
Sep
Workforce Development: Have I addressed Reconciliation and PeaceBuliding as a worker?
This one day event will give the youth and community workforce an opportunity to explore their own understanding of Good Relations, Reconciliation and PeaceBuilding
12:00 am
27
Sep
Shared? On Tour 2023
Partisan Productions in association with Clanmil Housing present Shared? - a way for audiences to think and talk about social housing and sharing space.
7:30 pm
27
Sep
Newcastle Participatory Budget Event – FUNDcastle
This is an opportunity for local groups to recieve £1,000 for a community project. People from the commuinty will place their votes and the projects with the most votes get funded.
4:00 pm
27
Sep
Shared? On Tour 2023
Clanmil collaborated with Partisan Productions to create "Shared?" to spark discussions on social housing. They aim to gather experiences from residents in Clanmil and other providers' homes, informing housing policy in Northern Ireland.
7:30 pm
28
Sep
Screening of the Movie ‘Song of the Sea’
Song of the Sea movie screening at The Old Courthouse, Antrim.
4:00 pm
28
Sep
LAUNCH OF THE NEW ‘FASHION FOR GOOD’ PROGRAMME
Launch of the Sew Ready 'Fashion for Good' program - a fashion; art lead youth program that brings young people together from across NI to take part in sewing, design, illustration and be part of a fashion show exhibiting their collections in April 2024.
7:00 pm
29
Sep