Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board! Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November buff.ly/Z8QwHQM

WRDA Calls for Gender-Responsive Approach to Northern Ireland’s Fourth Carbon Budget buff.ly/xDs0PjJ We welcome the proposed carbon budget and support the target of a 77% average annual reduction in emissions. However, climate change is not gender-neutral, gendered impacts must be addressed

We are a trans and non-binary inclusive organisation. You can find out more here buff.ly/PnO4LRY Tips from GLAAD on being a trans ally here: buff.ly/2pV0Xg5

Find out about what we've been up to in 2025! ▶️ Advocacy, Lobbying and Research ▶️ Health Promotion ▶️ Training and Education Read the full report buff.ly/uqLG5IE

Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board! Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November buff.ly/Z8QwHQM

This is the start of #TransgenderAwarenessWeek2025 WRDA is proud to be a trans inclusive feminist organisation Check out this recording of our event on making feminism trans inclusive buff.ly/2PS1NuJ The panelists discuss what trans inclusive feminism means at an organisational & individual level

The WRDA led WPG NI has issued a consultation response to the proposed Private Cemetery Status (Burial Protection) Bill, recognising it as a vital step toward ensuring dignity and respect for those laid to rest in private burial grounds across Northern Ireland. Read the response buff.ly/7ksVhsI

Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board! Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November buff.ly/Z8QwHQM

WPG NI has submitted a comprehensive response to the consultation on the Women and Girls in Sport in Northern Ireland Bill, urging lawmakers to ensure that the legislation promotes genuine inclusion, equity, and safety for all women and girls. Read the response buff.ly/Rd81tbv

Midlife female? Got brain fog, exhaustion, joint pain, mood issues…even just not feeling like yourself anymore? You could be peri/menopausal. There's not enough research & not enough support for those dealing with both Ulster University wants to change that Find out more tinyurl.com/zj6wrtsw

Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board! Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November buff.ly/Z8QwHQM

We're all set up for our AGM, follow along for love updates

You can read the full response here buff.ly/zs3fg0E

Check out our latest newsletter: ▶️ WRDA AGM ▶️ Student placement report ▶️ WRDA tackles far-right weaponisation of EVAWG ▶️ New research calls for a Women’s Health Strategy ▶️ Young Mums Mas Project update ▶️ Breast Cancer Awareness Month buff.ly/xRpj5MV

Join us this Thursday and celebrate our annual report launch and our plans for the next five years! forms.gle/eD9gb1J6yR9o...

We are proud to announce that our Training and Development Manager, Deirdre Quinn, is now representing WRDA on the Belfast City Council VCSE Sectoral Advisory Panel.

WRDA are proud to be the Lead Partner on the Raise Your Voice project. Our goal is to create true cultural change in order to tackle the root causes of these behaviors and empower people to act to change this in their own lives. Find out more about this project here buff.ly/Q77pTG5

Our Young Mums Maternal Advocacy and Support Group at Ballybeen Women's Centre have created this beautiful poem to celebrate their time together. Congratulations to all the young mums and the workers on the project!

Celebrate our Annual General Meeting and Report Launch with us! Register here forms.gle/Dv5mYwS5pGPD...

Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board! Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November buff.ly/Z8QwHQM

📢 October is #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth If a cyber criminal accesses your email, they could: ➡️ access your online accounts using the 'forgot password' feature ➡️ access personal/business info and use this to scam you or people you know buff.ly/47KFWcp

Our young mums Maternal Advocacy and Support (Mas) group were getting creative with some spooky front door mats!

Before our screening programme, only 30% of women knew how to self-examine. Afterwards? 97%! 💪 Our free sessions empower women across NI — tailored for all needs. Find out more buff.ly/rWr1KA4

FALNI is 15 years old! Come and celebrate with us at our annual conference on 27 Nov. We will also be exploring how adult learning is responding to the changing demographics of NI and what more still needs to be done www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-place-to...

The Mas peer support group is coming to Grace Family Centre. The group provides maternal mental health support for women who are pregnant or have children up to the age of 3. To express your interest contact Sabrina on 028 90 74 35 36

🚨 Final chance to take part: Exploring the Role of Firearms in Violence Against Women & Girls WRDA is exploring the role of firearms in domestic abuse & VAWG. Survey deadline 20 Oct. Your anonymous input could help protect women & children. Find out more buff.ly/FfIcgoc

🚨 Survey Extended: Exploring the Role of Firearms in Violence Against Women and Girls WRDA is exploring the role of firearms in domestic abuse & VAWG in Northern Ireland. The survey deadline is now 20 Oct. Your anonymous input could help protect women & children. Find out more buff.ly/FfIcgoc

📢 New Research Calls for Urgent Women’s Health Strategy in Northern Ireland ➡️ 37,000+ women waiting for gynaecological services. ➡️ 10 years to diagnose endometriosis. ➡️ NI is the only UK/Ireland region without a Women’s Health Strategy. Read the WRDA report: buff.ly/sJXJlrz

📢 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Take time for YOU — learn how to self-examine and prioritise your health. Watch our quick guide to get #InTheZone buff.ly/rWr1KA4

Northern Ireland has over 53,000 licensed firearms—but many more remain unregistered. WRDA’s new survey investigates how guns are used to threaten & control women in the home. 📢 Help us uncover the truth. buff.ly/FfIcgoc

📢 The Mas peer support group is coming to Grace Family Centre. The group provides maternal mental health support for women who are pregnant or have children up to the age of 3. To express your interest contact Sabrina on 028 90 74 35 36

🚨 Survey Extended: Exploring the Role of Firearms in Violence Against Women and Girls WRDA is exploring the role of firearms in domestic abuse & VAWG in Northern Ireland. The survey deadline is now 20 Oct. Your anonymous input could help protect women & children. Find out more buff.ly/FfIcgoc

Elaine Crory, Women's Sector Lobbyist, speaks out on the terrifying reality for victims failed by the justice system A conviction isn’t enough. Survivors need safety, support, real accountability. "Without that part of the justice system, it's not really full justice" www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Check out the Girls Rock program, Saturday afternoons in the Oh Yeah Music Centre, Nov 8, 15, 22, 29 for girls & gender expansive youth aged 10-17. Sessions will include a chance to try out instruments, learn songwriting, jam with peers & learning to screen-print band shirts tinyurl.com/y5ek2nwc

Northern Ireland is the only region in the UK & Ireland without a Women’s Health Strategy. Our new research highlights the urgent need for action to address health inequalities and improve outcomes form women. #visibleforceforchange Read the full report here tinyurl.com/yypct2tu

WRDA Led Women’s Policy Group Calls for Urgent Action on Redress for Survivors of Mother and Baby Institutions and Magdalene Laundries www.wrda.net/blog/wrda-le...

The Women’s Policy Group, led by WRDA, has submitted its response to the Draft Transport Strategy 2035. We urge the Department to embed measurable, inclusive actions that reflect the lived experiences of women and marginalised communities. Read the full response here buff.ly/iypCOrl

📢 Consultation Response WPG NI Response to For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers and its implications for NI consultation Read the full response here buff.ly/H4Cp4Qj

Happy Bi Visibility Day!

Join us for our new workshop on Raise Your Voice Against Misogyny! Monday, 29th Sep, 7-9pm online RSVP: forms.gle/pS92p6oNkWjT...

📢 The Women’s Policy Group NI, led by WRDA, welcomes the Victims of Sexual Crimes Trauma Mitigation Bill. This Bill is an important step toward a more just, victim-centred legal process.

Sexual harassment widespread among barristers, review finds 'The report, external found 44% of respondents said they had experienced or observed bullying, harassment or discrimination while working either in person or online over two years.' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Take part in our research and help us understand the scale of the issue of domestic abuse exacerbated by firearms in Northern Ireland. Complete the short survey here buff.ly/n8QVdzA

Our Maternal Advocacy and Support Project is coming to Magherafelt! The group provides maternal mental health support for women who are pregnant or have children up to the age of 3. To register contact: [email protected] or call 02879 301601

Proud to be at #TransPride in Belfast today! WRDA is proud to be a trans inclusive feminist org

Mums need Perinatal Mental health understanding, trauma informed care and kindness – let’s work together to create change buff.ly/YrFYpCo

Excited for the relaunch of the Childcare for All Campaign! We're live blueskying from Stormont Long Gallery, follow along for updates

Trans Pride N.I will be at Writer's Square this Saturday 13th September 12-3PM! Come and celebrate trans joy and show your support for our trans and non-binary siblings.

WATCH: Debbie Rowden moved the motion on behalf of UNISON for recognition and respect for migrant workers See her #TUC25 speech here www.youtube.com/watch?v=29td...

A Childcare Strategy for All Wednesday 10th Sept in the Long Gallery from 9-11am RSVP here buff.ly/IZ6z9E8