CAJ Annual Lecture 2023, featuring Professor Fionnuala Ní Aoláin
CAJ's 2023 annual lecture will feature Fionnuala Ní Aoláin as she reflects on her six and a half years as the UN Special Rapporteur on counter-terrorism and human rights
Youth and Transitional Justice
Join the John and Pat Hume Foundation and TJI/INCORE for this seminar with Anjli Parrin on Youth and Transitional Justice – the strategic importance of youth participation in peace processes
Hope and Urgency: Navigating the Biodiversity & Climate Crisis
Join the British Ecological Society in Belfast on the 11th of Dec for a panel discussion chaired by BBC NI Agri Environment Correspondent Louise MCullen on the biodiversity climate crisis!
Tenx9: Dignity, Freedom and Justice for All
A story-telling event in which 9 people tell a true story, lasting no more than ten minutes, from their life, based on the theme i.e. Dignity, Freedom and Justice for All.
Mothers, Harm and the Northern Ireland Conflict
This event will draw on the research, representation and advocacy work being done on behalf of mothers who violently lost children during the Northern Ireland conflict.
Annual Human Rights Statement 2023 launch
Join the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission for the launch of their 2023 Annual Human Rights Statement at Stormont. There will also be an online livestream if you can't make it in person.
Pathways to Human Rights and Peace
As part of 25th Anniversary of the awarding of the 1998 Nobel Peace Prize to John and David Trimble, attend The John and Pat Hume Foundation discussion with Anjli Parrin human rights advocate from Kenya in Guildhall Hall in Derry-Londonderry.
LIVE 4 War Child
Live 4 War Child event produced by Belfast Met students, we produce events with a conscience.
The Christmas Interruption, Carols from the margins
All rebel-rousers welcome to the Larder’s annual disruption to standard Christmas festivities. A very different kind of advent service.
Write for Rights!
Write a letter, change a life. Join Amnesty International for Write for Rights in the Blackbox this Sunday.
Anti Slavery Belfast Walking Tour
The Anti Slavery Belfast Walking Tour reveals the story of Belfast’s involvement in this shameful transatlantic trade and the inspiring role of anti-slavery campaigners who ensured Belfast never profited from the trade in the same way as cities such as London, Liverpool, Glasgow or Bristol.
Celebrating Maggie McBride
The Human Rights Consortium asks friends and colleagues of Maggie’s to please join them for a family-friendly evening that will include music, light refreshments and an opportunity to celebrate Maggie for the incredible individual that she was.
Changing the conversation: Queering the women, peace and security agenda
What does meaningful conversation on women, peace and security look like? What does queering the agenda mean - and how can it help change the conversation? This session will look at work piloting these questions in Colombia, the current situation in Northern Ireland and what we can learn from each other.
An audience with 'Social Sector Hero', Adam Luecking -How to maximise your social impact
NICVA is delighted to announce guest speaker Adam Luecking, CEO of Clear Impact, and author of Social Sector Hero: How Government and Philanthropy Can Fund for Impact. Followed by NICVA's Annual General Meeting (AGM), finishing with lunch and networking.
The Life and Times of Francis Maginn - Deaf Irish Pioneer
Dr Brian Caul, MBE, will reflect on the life and times of Francis Maginn, an influential pioneer for the Deaf community in Ireland.
Human Rights and International Law in the context of the intensification of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict since 7 October 2023
How does international human rights law and international humanitarian law affect what states may do when acting in self-defence or combatting terrorism? How is genocide understood in international law? What are the remedies available in international law to address violations during this conflict?
The Living Wage Movement
Join Living Wage campaigner Mary McManus to find out more about the Living Wage for East Belfast Campaign and the Living Wage Movement in NI.
Social Security on the Island of Ireland
The All-Island Social Security Network brings together researchers to imagine a new future for social security on the island of Ireland.
Contemporary human rights issues in times of war
A timely seminar considering some of the most pressing human rights issues in times of conflict.
Windsor Framework Article 2 - Where Are We and What Now?
Join the Human Rights Consortium and colleagues across civil society for an unpacking of the UK Government's 'non-diminution of rights' commitment under the Windsor Framework. We'll explore how it's been upheld over the past few years and what the future of Article 2 looks like.
Understanding what, why and how: An evaluation of Ulster University's gender budgeting training pilot
Join Ulster University as they present the findings of an evaluation of their gender budgeting training pilot and discuss how to support better budgeting for gender equality in Northern Ireland.
How can we talk to children about child poverty?
Join the Centre for Children's Rights, QUB, University of Ulster and Save the Children NI to find out how we have been trying to find ways to talk to children about their experiences of child poverty in ways that are non-stigmatising and to share your thoughts and experiences.
Sex Workers' Rights as Human Rights
Learn about the issues experienced by sex workers in Northern Ireland and how to be an ally in eliminating discrimination against sex workers in this workshop by Sex Workers Alliance Ireland and Reclaim the Agenda
Relationships, Sexuality & (Parental) Consent - Unpacking RSE in NI
Join the Consortium and colleagues across civil society to unpack the recent consultation on Relationships and Sexuality Education, exploring the misinformation campaigns surrounding the consultation and its focus on 'parental consent'.
Building Sustainable Futures: the role and potential of cooperatives in Ireland
This workshop explores co-operatives’ potential to tackle a wide variety of social, economic and environmental challenges, creating space for people to live with dignity. The event brings researchers and practitioners together to showcase existing co-operative economies in Ireland.
A Celebration of d/Deaf and Disabled People
Celebrate d/Deaf and disabled people at Belfast City Hall 10.30am Mon 4 December- Join Disability Rights Activists and Change Makers to celebrate and advance change
Business and Human Rights in Northern Ireland and beyond
Hosted by QUB's Human Rights Centre, this panel talk brings together researchers at QUB and the NI Human Rights Commission to discuss key such as cross-border regulation, procurement and modern slavery issues and future trends.
The Laugh Chapel Comedy Club for the Welcome Organisation
Gegs for a Good Cause - what could be better? The Laugh Chapel Comedy Club is the newest, bestest comedy club in Belfast! Guaranteed to make you laugh all while raising money for charity
Joe Kenny Live - In celebration of International Day of Disabled People
A live stream of music by artist Joe Kenny in celebration of International Day of Disabled People
‘Remembering John Pat Cunningham’ and 'In their Footsteps' Exhibition
Short passages from the book ‘Remembering John Pat Cunningham’ and the ‘In their Footsteps exhibition’ a campaign calling on the British and Irish Governments to deal with the legacy of our past.