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We have opened a public consultation on the content of the future PEACEPLUS Programme, which will cover the Programme period from 2028 to 2034.

We are seeking views from communities, voluntary organisations, businesses, councils, public bodies and individuals on the challenges and opportunities the programme should address in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland.

The online consultation is open now 👉 seupb.eu/new-peaceplus-…

Confirmed: €91,037 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Project: Arts, Connecting Communities, Empowering Seniors & Storytellers

Lead Partner: Millennium Forum

Associated Partners: Edgewater Nursing Home, Derg Valley Healthy Living Centre, Melmount Manor Care Home and Owenmor Care Home

Purpose: A programme engaging people from different communities across the Derry City and Strabane District Council area and the wider North West, including County Donegal. Through accessible arts, music, movement, drama, storytelling, volunteering and dementia-friendly activities, the project aims to reduce social isolation and loneliness while strengthening cross-community and intergenerational relationships.

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Confirmed: €23,942 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Project: Shared Voices Skeoge – Young People Building Peace Together

Lead Partner: Skeoge Community Association

Associated Partner: Lincoln Courts Youth & Community Association and Greater Shantallow Area Partnership (GSAP)

Purpose: A cross-community programme engaging young people from different community backgrounds in Skeoge and the wider Derry City area. Through 36 workshops and dialogue sessions, collaborative project development and a community showcase, the project aims to improve understanding of different communities, strengthen positive attitudes and support young people to develop a shared collaborative project.

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Confirmed: €98,013 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Project: Stronger Together

Lead Partner: Destined

Purpose: A cross-community programme with a focus on people with learning disabilities and their families. Through seasonal events, parent and carer workshops, baby and toddler activities and social programmes, the project aims to reduce isolation, improve social inclusion and build understanding, trust and relationships across communities.

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Confirmed: €77,188 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Project: Building Relationships, Identity, and Dialogue Generating Environmental Stewardship through Bricks

Lead Partner: Ulster University

Associated Partner: Nine primary schools across Belfast and Derry/Londonderry
Purpose: A nine-month shared learning programme engaging pupils from different community, cultural and linguistic backgrounds across nine primary schools. Using the ImagiSTEM programme, pupils will take part in collaborative STEM challenges, LEGO and creative digital activities designed to increase understanding, empathy, confidence and positive attitudes towards cross-community cooperation.

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