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Guide to responding to the RSE consultation
In light of recent misinformation campaigns around the changes to the Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) curriculum in Northern Ireland, the Women’s Policy Group NI (WPG) has put together a guide to responding to the consultation, highlighting the key issues we will mention in response to the 4 questions on the consultation. This is […]
Direct appeal from Palestinian women: A call for Humanity
“War” is one of the most awful phrases and actions humans have ever invented. In wars, everything you hold dear to your heart can be eliminated in a split second – places, streets, homes, memories, and above all friends and family members. For almost two weeks , women and children in Gaza have been subjected […]
Relationships and Sexuality Education consultation: our perspective and a guide to responding.
The Department of Education (DoE) has opened a consultation on the new RSE provision that is due to become operational in January 2024 in secondary schools across Northern Ireland. WRDA and the organisations that we work alongside in the Women’s Policy Group and projects like Raise Your Voice have long campaigned for changes to this […]
Is your group looking to skill up and undertake training? Consider contacting the Women Breaking Barriers Team!
Women Breaking Barriers is a collaborative project involving multiple Women’s Centres and community organisation across Northern Ireland. Providing tailored education and support to equip women with the skills necessary to overcome personal barriers to employment and education, participants have the opportunity to avail of courses like GOALS Motivational Programme and WorldHost Customer Service Training. Delivery […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and our message this year is it’s important to take time for yourself and prioritise your own health. Incorporating breast self-examination into your self-care routine is an essential yet quick way to look after your health. If you’re not sure how to check your breasts properly or what to look […]
Stigma around periods prevents necessary discussion around the barriers in accessing products
In our response to the Period Products Bill, back in 2021, we raised the following key points. Disclaimer: Whilst period poverty is a gendered issue that predominantly impacts cis women and girls, it is important to note that not all women and girls menstruate, and that trans men and non-binary people are also impacted by […]
Mas Project a lifeline for 300 NI mums needing perinatal support
A unique three-year project provided a lifeline for mothers struggling to find support due to shortfalls in maternity and perinatal services in Northern Ireland. The Maternal Advocacy and Support (Mas) Project helped more than 300 women experiencing perinatal mental health issues and organisers are now calling for permanent statutory interventions for mothers. Clare […]
Women’s Policy Group Launch Call for Views
The Women’s Policy Group has launched a survey to gather the experiences of women after experiencing men’s violence. This includes harassment, stalking, cat-calling, assault, abuse and misogynistic bullying. We are eager to capture people’s experiences with the police, courts and reporting services, and to hear what could be improved. You can respond to this survey […]
The Gendered Nature of Public Transport
Worldwide, women use transport differently to men and they tend to use it far more. In her book titled ‘Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias,’ Caroline Criado Perez highlights that, according to her research, women tend to “trip-chain”; which means they take several short journeys regularly, rather than long journeys occasionally. Criado Perez suggests this is […]
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- WRDA Celebrates International Women’s Day 2024March 13, 2024 - 4:18 pm
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- We are calling on Ministers and Departments to resist the implementation of revenue raising measuresMarch 11, 2024 - 11:26 am
- Recruitment now open for Maternal Advocacy & Support OCN Level 3 Endorsed CourseFebruary 27, 2024 - 10:15 am
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