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'Local Roots: American Routes' Discover The Stories of Our Ancestors.

A free four-week family history programme led by a qualified genealogist. Discover the journeys of local people who crossed the Atlantic and built new lives in America.

When

2 dates · 12 Oct – 13 Oct

Where

Two locations: Dungiven & Cloughmills, Causeway Coast & Glens

Finished Free In person Booking needed

6 dates

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A week where young people and families have a place and a voice while meeting people from different backgrounds, celebrating diversity and developing

Throughout the week Family Culture Café. Families are invited to share food, music, photographs, objects or stories connected to their heritage. clear, plain-language information; transport support where possible; The emphasis to be on people sharing thei

When

6 dates · 12 Oct – 17 Oct

Where

Kingdom Youth Club, Newry, Mourne & Down

Finished Free In person

2 dates

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Have Your Say : Consultation Workshops

Online workshops to identify local Good Relations priorities

When

2 dates · 12 Oct – 13 Oct

Where

Online

Finished Free Online Booking needed

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Living Library

Living Library is an interactive experience where people become "living books", sharing their real-life stories and experiences through open conversations.

When

Tue 13 Oct

Where

Belfast City Centre Venue, Belfast

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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Reminiscence Session With NI War Museum

Dementia-friendly reminiscence session delivered with NI War Memorial Museum in Lisburn City Library.

When

Tue 13 Oct

Where

Lisburn City Library, Lisburn & Castlereagh

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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The Belfast Women's Assembly in Conversation with Linda Ervine

Linda Ervine will join the Belfast Women's Assembly, in conversation in St Comgall's/lonad Eileen Howell, Divis Street, Belfast on Tuesday 13th October 2026, 7pm.

When

Tue 13 Oct

Where

St Comgalls/Ionad Eileen Howell, Belfast

Finished Free In person

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Barclays Community Outreach Van

Tenants and local residents can avail of advice

When

Wed 14 Oct

Where

Quarry Heights, Ards & North Down

Finished Free In person

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Good Relations Roundtable

Young people will lead a roundtable discussion on Good Relations where they will share their experiences and perspectives with youth work practitioners to help inform future Good Relations programme delivery.

When

Wed 14 Oct

Where

Girdwood Community Hub, Belfast

Finished Invitation only Free In person

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Growing Good Relations: Connecting with Nature

Portaferry Library invites you to celebrate the connection between people, wildlife and the environment.

When

Wed 14 Oct

Where

Portaferry Library, Ards & North Down

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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Ireland’s Untold History of Multiculturalism

In this online talk, Professor Kieran Connell (Queen’s University Belfast) explores the history of immigration and ethnic diversity across the island of Ireland from partition to the present day, and examines its implications for contemporary society

When

Wed 14 Oct

Where

Online. Registration and access details will follow, Belfast

Finished Free to log on Booking needed

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POP UP

Meet FODC GR Team, find out what we do and discover opportunities to get involved in your community.

When

Wed 14 Oct

Where

Omagh Library, Fermanagh & Omagh

Finished Free In person

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Faith and Community: How Churches Responded to the Race Riots

Join us to hear from churches on how they took action during the race riots and the impact on their communities as they did.

When

Thu 15 Oct

Where

Malone Presbyterian, Belfast

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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Truth Be Told: Journalism & Poetry

Sam McBride, Editor of the Belfast Telegraph, will be in conversation with award-winning poet Angela Graham for this special event at Belfast Exposed.

When

Thu 15 Oct

Where

Belfast Exposed, Belfast

Finished Free In person

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Good Relations Stocktake

Holywell Trust & the Junction are holding a roundtable to discuss the state of play of Good Relations. Where are we now? What are the emerging challenges? Where do we go next to tackle these?

When

Fri 16 Oct

Where

Holywell Trust, Derry City & Strabane

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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Leadership for Peaceful Change – Women’s Critical Role in Peace Building

The Hume Foundation, Thornhill College and the students involved in Global Sisters host a conversation with Monica McWilliams, Brid Rodgers, Marie Brown, Foyle Women’s Aid, Deputy Mayor Cllr Catherine McDaid and one of the students from Global Sisters.

When

Fri 16 Oct

Where

Thornhill College, Derry City & Strabane

Finished Free In person

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POP UP

Meet the FODC GR Team, find out about our work and explore opportunities to connect, participate and build positive relationships in your community.

When

Fri 16 Oct

Where

Lisnaskea Library, Fermanagh & Omagh

Finished Free In person

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Walking Together: Heritage, Belonging and Shared Space

Join us for a guided heritage walk, followed by refreshments and conversation at The Churches Trust. Together we’ll explore our shared heritage, build connections and consider how we can make our city more welcoming and inclusive for everyone.

When

Fri 16 Oct

Where

The Churches Trust 11 Limavady Road, Derry City & Strabane

Finished Free In person Booking needed

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Beyond Trauma Talks: Taking the Weight Off Trauma

For anyone curious about generational trauma, no background needed. We'll look at what it actually is, how it shows up in ordinary life, and why carrying it doesn't mean something is wrong with you.

When

Sat 17 Oct

Where

Shakti Wellness Studio & Clinic , Belfast

Finished £20 In person Booking needed

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OMAGH IN SPIRES WALKING TOUR

Discover Omagh’s rich built heritage and explore four historic churches, bringing people from different backgrounds together through shared history and heritage.

When

Sat 17 Oct

Where

Omagh, Fermanagh & Omagh

Finished Free In person

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ABC Youth Voice Q&A with Council Elected Representatives

Q&A discussion evening with ABC Youth Voice newly recruited members (2026-2028) and ABC Council Elected Representatives. Youth led discussion on topics / issues facing young people within the borough.

When

Tue 20 Oct

Invitation only In person