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Include. Good Relations Week 2026, 12–18 October 2026. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.

393 events in the programme so far, across 11 council areas. Most of them free.

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Everyone. Everywhere. Every day.

This year’s theme is Include. Press play to meet some of the people bringing it to life across Northern Ireland.

Welcome to
Good Relations
Week 2026

Good Relations Week 2026, taking place from 12th to 18th October, embraces ‘Include’ as its theme, recognising that stronger communities are built when everyone feels welcomed, valued and respected.

This year’s campaign highlights the importance of inclusion, understanding and connection across all backgrounds, cultures and communities.

By showcasing the creativity, dedication and impact of local groups, organisations and individuals, we can highlight the positive work taking place to address challenges such as division, racism, inequality, isolation, health and wellbeing, poverty and education.

Get involved in Good Relations Week 2026 and help create a future where everyone feels they belong.

How to take part
Six people among autumn trees holding the Include sign for Good Relations Week 2026 — a man in a green and gold kurta with a ukulele, and a woman in a pink and yellow embroidered dress holding out its skirt.

A few things happening

Hundreds of events run across the week — walks, workshops, exhibitions, conversations over tea.

Celebration or social

Energy of Light Disco

A disco for young people aged 13+ with physical, sensory and/or learning disabilities. Enjoy an evening of music, dancing and great company with DJ Oliver!

When
Fri 16 Oct
Where
Millennium Forum, Derry City & Strabane
Finished £3 (Carers and Parents Go Fr... In person Booking needed

Discussion or talk

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

Discussion or talk

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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