'Human Rights Commission Responds to Joint Legacy Framework' Read our statement through the following link: nihrc.org/news/detail/...

As part of an internal series of talks, NIHRC staff were visited today by @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social PHD candidate Anna Montgomery, who spoke about her research in the field of technology-facilitated domestic abuse (tech abuse). Thank you Anna for sharing your expertise on this important issue.

The newest episode of our Shared Goals podcast is out now! We spoke to Dr Orna Young from Fact Check NI, discussing misinformation and disinformation and their impact on human rights. Read more here: nihrc.org/news/detail/... Listen to the podcast here: open.spotify.com/episode/1T09...

📣We’re hiring! NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Policy and Research Officer (Deputy Principal) (Permanent). Applications close on Wednesday 17th September. For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car... #vacancy #jobfairy

NIHRC was delighted to host the ENNHRI Finance Committee in Belfast this week. The committee is chaired by the @nihrc.bsky.social Director of Finance. @ennhri.bsky.social @equalityhumanright.bsky.social @dimr.bsky.social

📣We’re hiring! NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Policy and Research Officer (Deputy Principal) (Permanent). Applications close on Wednesday 17th September. For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car... #vacancy #jobfairy

The NIHRC office will be closed on Monday 25th August, reopening on Tuesday 26th August.

NIHRC staff recently recorded a new Shared Goals podcast with Dr Orna Young from @factcheckni.bsky.social. We discussed online misinformation and disinformation, its effects on people in Northern Ireland, and how human rights can be used to address these issues. Look out for it coming soon!

Today, the Commonwealth Forum of National Human Rights Institutions (CFNHRI) Sport and Human Rights Working Group met to hear from Equinet - European Network of Equality Bodies on Sport and Accessible Stadia. Thanks to Daris from Equinet for the presentation, and to our members who joined us.

The Belfast Mela is on from 16-24 August. Check out their programme here: belfastmela.org.uk

Our Chief Commissioner presents our Strategic Plan 2025–2028. This will guide our work to tackle the most pressing issues in the next 3 years. We have also published our Business Plan for 2025-2026, which reflects the priorities in our Strategic Plan. Read both here ⤵️ nihrc.org/news/detail/...

Today is International Youth Day! To mark this day, we had the opportunity to talk to Sarah and Ronan and hear more about the work that they’re doing to tackle climate change as members of the @nichildcom.bsky.social Youth Panel. Listen to our podcast here: open.spotify.com/episode/6b8K...

The Féile an Phobail is on now until 10 August. Check out their programme here: feilebelfast.com

The EastSide Arts Festival has begun, running from 24 July - 2 August. Check out their programme here: www.eastsidearts.net/eastside-art...

NIHRC staff were delighted to deliver a workshop with a Mencap NI HEROES Project group in Dundonald last week. Thanks to all the young people for taking part and talking to us about their rights! @mencap.org.uk

Today marks the start of Belfast Pride Festival, running from 18-27 July! For more information and the Festival guide, check out: belfastpride.com/belfast-prid...

The NIHRC office will be closed on Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th July, reopening on Wednesday 16th July.

The NIHRC Annual Report and Accounts 2024-25 have been published. Find out more and download the full document here: nihrc.org/publication/...

NIHRC condemns the recent racist acts across Northern Ireland as violations on the human rights of people within our communities. Read the Chief Commissioner's comments at the recent Great Refugee Picnic: nihrc.org/news/detail/...

The NI Sport and Human Rights Forum recently met to explore the role of sport in tackling racism. Members heard from speakers including the UEFA Foundation, Street NI, Dr John Fernandes from Cardiff Met University, and Alternatives Restorative Justice. Read more here: nihrc.org/news/detail/...

The Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission and @equalitycommni.bsky.social have raised concerns about how the UK Government’s welfare reform plans, including recently approved legislation, will have a negative impact upon persons with disabilities. Read more here: nihrc.org/news/detail/...

Yesterday, NIHRC attended a UN seminar in the Palais des Nations on experiences and practices related to the establishment and strengthening of national mechanisms for implementation, reporting and follow-up.

Today, the NI Sport and Human Rights Forum met to explore tackling racism through sport, chaired by Commonwealth Games NI, with excellent contributions from Street Soccer NI, Alternatives Restorative Justice, UEFA Foundation for Children and Dr John Fernandes from Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Today, NIHRC released a new independent research report, titled ‘The Environment, Human Rights and the Windsor Framework’. The report examines the relationship between Windsor Framework Article 2 and environmental protections. Read the report: nihrc.org/publication/...

Looking forward to the @nihrc.bsky.social launch of The Environment, Human Rights and the Windsor Framework

The launch of our new independent research report, ‘The Environment, Human Rights and the Windsor Framework’ and our accompanying briefing paper is about to begin! Read the research report here: nihrc.org/publication/... Read the NIHRC briefing paper here: nihrc.org/publication/...

NIHRC staff joined Chief Commissioner, Alyson Kilpatrick, at the Great Refugee Picnic on Saturday. We talked to attendees, distributed information and enjoyed the culture, food and music at the event. Thank you for having us! #RefugeeWeek

Yesterday, we were at Migrant Centre NI talking about the work of the Commission, human rights, and more. @lawcentreni.org also joined the workshop, talking about their work and giving advice regarding employment and migrant worker’s rights. Thank you to all attendees for their engagement!

On World Refugee Day, Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick emphasises that human rights are for everyone, regardless of their race, nationality or immigration status. Read the full statement here: nihrc.org/news/detail/... @unhcr.org @uk.unhcr.org #RefugeeWeek #WorldRefugeeDay

Yesterday, NIHRC ran a workshop with an amazing group of young people from the @mencap.org.uk Heroes+ programme in Bangor! We spoke to them about human rights, the work of the Commission, sports and human rights, and more. Thank you to all the young people for their enthusiasm and engagement!

NIHRC is at the Big Sanctuary Information Fair at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social as part of #RefugeeWeek! We’re here until 7pm talking about human rights and the work of the Commission.

Drs Ciara Hackett and @marisamcv.bsky.social introduced the second day of our Business and Human Rights workshops, taking us through the context in Northern Ireland and sharing the Northern Ireland Business and Human Rights Index.

Today is the first day of the Business and Human Rights in NI workshops, organised by @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social and supported by @nihrc.bsky.social.

Today, we were at Regent House School in Newtownards. We talked with Year 8 students about the work of the Commission, sport and human rights and more. Thank you to all the students for their questions and engagement!

We were invited to Hunterhouse College Belfast yesterday, to talk to Year 13 students as part of their careers fair. Thank you for having us!

📣Final call for applicants📣 NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Solicitor (Legal and Research Officer) (Permanent Full-time) Applications close at 4pm on Friday 13th June. For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car...

NIHRC staff attended the @ulsterunischlaw.bsky.social, @iom.int UK and @justice-ni.bsky.social report launch today, presenting key findings and recommendations on 'Identifying modern slavery and human trafficking in the context of child criminal exploitation in Northern Ireland'.

@nihrc.bsky.social is launching its new independent research report 'The Environment, Human Rights and the Windsor Framework'. ⏰10.30am -1.30pm 📍Dublin, Suite Europa Hotel, Belfast Register here ⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/research-l...

NIHRC has published a paper regarding misinformation and disinformation in relation to racial and ethnic minorities, following an increase of the issue in Northern Ireland. Read the briefing and our recommendations here: nihrc.org/publication/...

📣We’re hiring! NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Solicitor (Legal and Research Officer) (Permanent Full-time) Applications close on Friday 13th June. For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car... #vacancy #jobfairy

Today, the Independent Mechanism Northern Ireland Joint Committee meeting took place. They looked at ongoing work on the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in NI, and updated on different submissions and initiatives they've been working on.

Today, NIHRC were delighted to run workshops with young people in the @mencap.org.uk Heroes programme in Derry/Londonderry! We spoke to them about the work of the Commission, sports and human rights. Thank you to all the young people for their enthusiasm and engagement!

📣We’re hiring! NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Solicitor (Legal and Research Officer) (Permanent Full-time) Applications close on Friday 13th June. For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car... #vacancy #jobfairy

Today the Independent Mechanism in Northern Ireland (IMNI) Disability Stakeholder Forum met to discuss issues affecting persons with disabilities in Northern Ireland. Thanks to all the organisations who attended!

This morning, Chief Commissioner Alyson Kilpatrick is giving evidence to the @niassembly.gov.uk Committee for Education, alongside policy colleagues. The session will focus on the School Uniforms (Guidelines and Allowances) Bill. Watch live now - niassembly.tv/live-stream-3/

The NIHRC office will be closed on Monday 26th May for the bank holiday, reopening on Tuesday 27th May.

📣We’re hiring! NIHRC invites applications for the post of: Solicitor (Legal and Research Officer) (Permanent Full-time) For full details and application see: nihrc.org/about-us/car...

Chief Commissioner, Alyson Kilpatrick, chaired a panel with @fra.europa.eu today at a @cpdpconferences.bsky.social Conference. The topic discussed was the importance of assessing the fundamental rights risks of AI. Photo credit: @fra.europa.eu

The Secretary of State announces the reappointment of Justin Kouame to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission. Read more here: www.gov.uk/government/n...

NIHRC staff were delighted to attend 'A Peace for All: Diverse Perspectives on Northern Ireland's Past, Present and Future' at Stormont today, run by Migrant Centre NI.