Upcoming workshops and courses.

Courses will be starting in September 2023 , we will schedule as they are confirmed - so check this page often for updates.

If there are not sufficient numbers enrolled we may have to postpone or amalgamate with other women’s centres.

Before you can sign up for a course, we need you to complete an Expression of Interest form so we can confirm eligibility enquirements.

Autism Awareness - Greenway
Nov
28

Autism Awareness - Greenway

Autism Awareness - Greenway Women’s Centre

Thursday 28th December 2024

10 am-12.30pm

Greenway Women’s Centre, 19 Greenway, Belfast BT6 0DT

Autism Awareness for Parents

Parenting a child with Autism - Tips & Support

For more information, contact Helen at Greenway on 028 9079 9912 or email training@greenwaywomenscentre.org

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Numeracy for Everyday Life - Ballybeen
Nov
29

Numeracy for Everyday Life - Ballybeen

Numeracy for Everyday Life - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Friday 29th November

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

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Autism Awareness - Ballybeen
Dec
5

Autism Awareness - Ballybeen

Autism Awareness - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Thursday 5th December 2024

10am-12.30pm

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

With Play Therapist, Teacher and Autism Intervention Office, Laura Gowdy

Autism Awareness for Parents

Parenting a child with Autism - Tips & Support

For more information, contact Amanda on 028 90481632

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CV & Interview Tips - Ballybeen
Dec
13

CV & Interview Tips - Ballybeen

CV & Interview Tips - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Friday 13th December

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

This FREE workshop is designed to give you the confidence and tools you need to stand out in today’s job market!

What You’ll Learn:

  • Create a standout CV that highlights your skills and experiences

  • Top tips for interview success, including how to manage nerves

  • How to answer tricky interview questions with confidence

  • Resources to help you on your career journey

    Who is this for?

    Women seeking employment, looking to boost their job application and interview skills.

    Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in your future!

    For more information contact Amanda on 028 90481632. 

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Introduction to Counselling Skills - Carcullion House
Nov
13

Introduction to Counselling Skills - Carcullion House

Introduction to Counselling Skills - Carcullion House

Explore the Foundations of Counselling

13th, 20th, 27th November, 4th December

6pm-9:30pm

Carcullion House, 25 Rostrevor Road, Hilltown, County Down, BT34 5TU

Join our 4-Week Course: Introduction to Counselling Skills and start building essential skills for understanding and supporting others.

This course is ideal for those interested in learning key techniques and exploring progression opportunities in the field of counselling.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Counselling skills, strategies, and techniques

  • Application of skills in various contexts

  • Insights on progression opportunities in counselling

Eligibility: Participants must be economically inactive, i.e., not currently working, seeking work, or able to start work within the next 2 weeks.

This course is delivered by JMC Counselling and Training in partnership with Women of Clonduff and Hilltown Community Association.

For more information or to register, please contact Michelle or Ciara at NIRWN:

📧 michelle@nirwn.org | ciara@nirwn.org

📞 028 8675 8655

Take this step towards a meaningful skillset—limited spots available!

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Paediatric First Aid - Ballybeen
Nov
8

Paediatric First Aid - Ballybeen

Paediatric First Aid - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Friday 8th November to Friday 22nd November

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

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Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Windsor
Nov
7

Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Windsor

Managing Personal Finances Level 2

Windsor Women’s Centre

Thursday 7th November - Thursday 12th December 2024

10am - 12pm

Windsor Women’s Centre, 136-144 Broadway, Belfast BT12 6HY

For more information call: 07590429200

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Autism Awareness - Windsor
Oct
24

Autism Awareness - Windsor

Autism Awareness - Windsor Women’s Centre

Thursday 24th October 2024

9.30am-12.30pm

Windsor Women’s Centre, 136-144 Broadway, Belfast BT12 6HY

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Autism Awareness - Windsor
Oct
10

Autism Awareness - Windsor

Autism Awareness - Windsor Women’s Centre

Thursday 10th October 2024

9.30am-12.30pm

Windsor Women’s Centre, 136-144 Broadway, Belfast BT12 6HY

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Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Atlas
Oct
9

Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Atlas

Managing Personal Finances Level 2

Atlas Women’s Centre

Wednesday 9th October 2024

9.30am - 11.30am

Atlas Women’s Centre, 7 Bachelors Walk, Lisburn BT28 1XJ

For more information call: 02892605806

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Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Greenway
Oct
8

Managing Personal Finances Level 2 - Greenway

Managing Personal Finances Level 2

Greenway Women’s Centre

Tuesday 8th October 2024

9.30am - 11.30am

Greenway Women’s Centre, 19 Greenway, Belfast BT6 0DT

For more information, call Helen on 028 9079 9912 or email training@greenwaywomenscentre.org

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ES Numeracy - Falls
Sept
26

ES Numeracy - Falls

ES Numeracy - The Falls Women’s Centre

Thursday 26th September 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

The Falls Women’s Centre, 256-258 Falls Rd, Belfast BT12 6AL

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Public Speaking & Interview Skills - Teach Eilís
Sept
24

Public Speaking & Interview Skills - Teach Eilís

Public Speaking & Interview Skills - Teach Eilís

Tuesday 24th September 2024

9.30am-12.30pm

Marrowbone Community Association

Teach Eilís 11-13 Gracehill Court BT14 7RG

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ES Numeracy - Footprints
Sept
23

ES Numeracy - Footprints

ES Numeracy - Footprints Women’s Centre

Monday 23rd September 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

Footprints Women’s Centre

84A Colinmill Rd, Dunmurry, Belfast BT17 0AR

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Numeracy for Everyday Life - Rathcoole
Sept
23

Numeracy for Everyday Life - Rathcoole

Numeracy for Everyday Life - Rathcoole Crew

Monday 223rd September

Rathcoole Crew, Dunanney Centre, 70 Rathmullan Drive, Rathcoole, Newtownabbey, BT37 9DQ

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Discover You - Shankill
Sept
17

Discover You - Shankill

Discover You - Shankill Women’s Centre

Tuesday 17th September to Tuesday 26th November 2024

Shankill Women’s Centre, 3 Mayo Link, Belfast BT13 3BD

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Level 2 Certificate in Counselling
Sept
17

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling

FREE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling

A great opportunity to develop new skills and explore counselling as a possible career / training opportunity.

Women's Support Network

109-113 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1FF

Delivered by The Falls Women’s Centre.

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Discover You - Ballybeen
Sept
16

Discover You - Ballybeen

Discover You - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Monday 16th September 2024

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

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Hospitality and Tourism Employment Academy - Belfast
Sept
5

Hospitality and Tourism Employment Academy - Belfast

Empowering Women for Careers in Hospitality and Tourism

Thursday 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th September, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Women’s Support Network, 109-113 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1FF.

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Sports Massage - Shankill
Sept
2

Sports Massage - Shankill

Discover You - Shankill Women’s Centre

Monday 2nd September to Monday 23rd September 2024

Shankill Women’s Centre, 3 Mayo Link, Belfast BT13 3BD

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Numeracy & Cooking - Atlas
Aug
15

Numeracy & Cooking - Atlas

Numeracy & Cooking Atlas Women’s Centre

Thursday 15th August 2024

12pm-2pm

Atlas Women’s Centre, 7 Bachelors Walk, Lisburn BT28 1XJ

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Basics of Bookkeeping
Jul
23

Basics of Bookkeeping

Learn the Basics of Bookkeeping with Marie Devlin

Tuesday 23rd July to June to Wednesday 31st July 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

Northern Ireland Regional Women’s Network

Unit 5 The Old Clubhouse, 20 Sandholes Road

Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, BT80 9AR

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Opportunities for Carers
Jun
20

Opportunities for Carers

Opportunities for Carers

Thursday 20th June to Thursday 27th June 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

We Care Project, 2 Drumragh Avenue, Omagh, United Kingdom

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Smartphone Photography - "Wellbeing in Focus"
Jun
18

Smartphone Photography - "Wellbeing in Focus"

Learn the Basics of Bookkeeping with Marie Devlin

Tuesday 18th June to Wednesday 26th June 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

Online

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Level 1 in Makaton
Jun
11

Level 1 in Makaton

Level 1 in Makaton

Tuesday 11th June to Wednesday 12th June

WALD Centre, Tullynavall Road, Cullyhanna, Newry BT35 0PZ

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For further information on these clinics, please contact the Rural Health Partnership/Wald Centre on 028 30861220 or Ciara, Geraldine or Michelle on 028 8675 8655

ciara@nirwn.org, michelle@nirwn.org, admin@nirwn.org

Please note that eligibility criteria will apply.

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Beyond Limits
Jun
11

Beyond Limits

Designed with parent carers in mind, this group training/mentoring programme aims to support women who are parent carers to re-discover their identity, create the change they want in their lives/ work/ family, and develop their self-confidence.

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GOALS Training - Surestart Antrim
Jun
5

GOALS Training - Surestart Antrim

GOALS is a powerful motivational programme teaching participants easy tailor-made techniques for sustainably raising their self-esteem and increasing resilience alongside practical help getting back into work, education or training.

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Confidence Through Creativity
Jun
3

Confidence Through Creativity

Confidence Through Creativity

Monday 3rd June to Monday 24th June 2024

9.30am - 12.30pm

Northern Ireland Regional Women’s Network

Unit 5 The Old Clubhouse, 20 Sandholes Road

Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, BT80 9AR

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Creative Business Programme
May
21

Creative Business Programme

Creative Business Programme

Tuesday 21st May to Tuesday 2nd July 2024

Magherafelt Women’s Group

27-29 Moneymore Rd,

Magherafelt BT45 6AG

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Employability and CV Drop In Clinic
May
7

Employability and CV Drop In Clinic

Drop-in Clinics

Build your CV and explore new Employment Opportunities

Facilitated by our Employability Expert, Geraldine O’Connor, under the Women Breaking Barriers Programme

  • 7th May 10.30am – 12.30pm

Drop into Magherafelt Women’s Centre and have a chat to Geraldine about updating your CV, new employment opportunities . . . and find out more about the Women Breaking Barriers Programme.

Magherafelt Women’s Centre, 27-29 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt BT45 6AG

Benefits checks will also be available during the sessions if required.

Sign up details:

For further information on these clinics, please contact Magherafelt Women’s Centre on

028 7930 1601 or Ciara, Michelle or Geraldine on 028 8675 8655

ciara@nirwn.org, michelle@nirwn.org, admin@nirwn.org

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Mental Health First Aid - Ballybeen
May
6

Mental Health First Aid - Ballybeen

Mental Health First Aid - Ballybeen Women’s Centre

Monday 6th May to Friday 25th May 2024

Ballybeen Women’s Centre, 34 Ballybeen Square, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 2QB

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Food Safety in Catering
May
1

Food Safety in Catering

Food Safety in Catering

Wednesday 1st and Wednesday 8th May 2024

Rural Health Partnership

WALD Centre, Tullynavall Road, Cullyhanna,

Newry BT35 0PZ

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Recruitment Session - Atlas
May
1

Recruitment Session - Atlas

Recruitment Session - Atlas Women’s Centre

Wednesday 1st May 2024

Atlas Women’s Centre, 7 Bachelors Walk, Lisburn BT28 1XJ

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The Community Campaigners Course

 

Rachel Powell and Elaine Crory, who have worked together on the Raise Your Voice campaign to end violence against women and on the Women’s Policy Group Feminist Recovery Plan, will be delivering some elements of the free online training in January and February through the Community Campaigners project, supported by Belfast City Council.

Rachel, who is the Women’s Sector Lobbyist working to raise awareness of women’s issues at Stormont, said the aim was to reach women previously not involved in activism who want to effect change.

She said: “Many women want to bring change to their communities, but they don’t know where to start. This training requires no previous qualifications just a desire to get involved and learn new skills.”

“All social change comes about because of the work of grassroots activists; they are at the core of the feminist movement. Good activism is all about working collectively, sharing your strengths, and learning from others.”

The Community Campaigners Course, run by the Women’s Resource and Development Agency (WRDA), offers free online training to women to provide them with the tools to campaign for better services for their communities.

There are two start dates for the course, January 18, and February 15. Each course consists of four half day sessions, covers critical thinking, communication skills, strategic planning and how to use human rights and equality law to strengthen a campaign.

Deirdre Quinn, the WRDA course co-ordinator, said they wanted to encourage more women to take on leadership roles in their local communities.

She said: “There are many determined women who are passionate about issues and want to become activists to improve the quality of life in their areas but need the confidence and practical skills to persuade the powers-that-be to sit up and take notice. This course provides the tools to achieve that.”

Participants do not need prior education or training, just an interest in developing their campaigning skills for the good of the community. Anyone wishing to take part must be from the Belfast City Council area. Those successfully taking part will acquire a Level Three Open College Network (OCN) NI in Community Campaigning and Lobbying.

The first Community Campaigners course begins on Tuesday, January 18 and the second course begins on Tuesday, February 15. Both take place from 10am to 12.30pm on Zoom and continue for four consecutive Tuesdays

If you wish to take part, send a paragraph explaining why you are interested to deirdre.quinn@wrda.net.

Trademark Belfast

 

Trademark is a social justice co-operative established in 2001 dedicated to tackling sectarianism and inequality. Keep an eye for when their courses go live!

They are offering the following as part of the Women Breaking Barriers Project:

  • Introduction to bookkeeping

  • Budgets and cashflow

  • Administration systems

  • Co-operatives

  • Worker Co-operative set up

  • Rules of a Co-operative x2

  • EqualityBusiness Planning x5

  • Anti-sectarian/Anti-Racism training x3