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Women's Resource and Development Agency
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WRDA’s vision is of a fair and equal society where women are empowered and are a visible force for change #boldwomenblogging #visibleforceforchange
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Spaces are filling up fast for our event double bill on the 6th Dec

▶️ Challenging the Far Right Weaponisation of EVAWG
11:00 AM (lunch 12:15pm) buff.ly/q2D4U6V

▶️ The Role of Firearms in VAWG in NI
1:00 PM buff.ly/ITzGE3z
Resource Launch: Challenging the Far-Right Weaponisation of Ending Violence Against Women and Girls. Tuesday, 9th Dec 11:00 AM Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP) The role of firearms in Violence Against Women and Girls in NI Report Launch Tuesday, 9th December 1pm Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP)
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A lot of Violence against Women and Girls is not reported, and the statistics, show only the tip of the iceberg. Here are some of the statistics that tell us about the size and impact of the problem in our communities
75% of girls experienced street harassment at least once in their lifetime.
December 5, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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WRDA is proud to be a partner organisation in the Raise Your Voice collective. Our goal is to create true cultural change in order to tackle the root causes sexual harassment.

Find out more here buff.ly/ab7ChOI
My body is not public space.
December 4, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Spaces are filling up fast for our event double bill on the 6th Dec

▶️ Challenging the Far Right Weaponisation of EVAWG
11:00 AM (lunch 12:15pm) buff.ly/q2D4U6V

▶️ The Role of Firearms in VAWG in NI
1:00 PM buff.ly/ITzGE3z
Resource Launch: Challenging the Far-Right Weaponisation of Ending Violence Against Women and Girls. Tuesday, 9th Dec 11:00 AM Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP) The role of firearms in Violence Against Women and Girls in NI Report Launch Tuesday, 9th December 1pm Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP)
December 3, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Our Mas project creates sustained improvements in participant wellbeing. We are so proud of all the staff, volunteers and participants! #MasMatter

Find out more about this amazing project here buff.ly/47uC1yE
Short Warwick Edinburgh results show that 81.8% of participants had improved mood and wellbeing 76% had low wellbeing at date 1 with a reduction to 36% at date 2 ( 6 months later) Average wellbeing score increased by 3.5 points
December 2, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Our Mas project has an amazing impact, improving self-confidence, wellbeing and mental health.

Well done to all staff, volunteers and participants!#MasMatter

Find out more about this project buff.ly/47uC1yE
93.3% reported improved self confidence 91.1% reported an improved mood or sense of wellbeing 44.4% said participation in the Mas project reduced the number of medical appointments needed for mental health
November 28, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Recorded rape offences in NI more than doubled in a decade. #16DaysNI
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Let’s talk about sexual violence.
There were 1,181 rape offences recorded in Northern Ireland in 2023/24, more than double the amount that were recorded ten years earlier.
PPS Statistical Bulletin 2024 #16Days #16DaysNI
Let’s talk about sexual violence. Let’s talk about sexual violence. There were 1,181 rape offences recorded in Northern Ireland in 2023/24, more than double the amount that were recorded ten years earlier. PPS Statistical Bulletin 2024
November 27, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Mark today by signing up for our event double bill on the 6th Dec

▶️ Challenging the Far Right Weaponisation of EVAWG
11:00 AM (lunch 12:15pm) buff.ly/q2D4U6V

▶️ The Role of Firearms in VAWG in NI
1:00 PM buff.ly/ITzGE3z
Resource Launch: Challenging the Far-Right Weaponisation of Ending Violence Against Women and Girls. Tuesday, 9th Dec 11:00 AM Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP) The role of firearms in Violence Against Women and Girls in NI Report Launch Tuesday, 9th December 1pm Shankill Shared Women's Centre Lunch provided (please RSVP)
November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Check out our latest Ezine here buff.ly/2yJVyub
E-zine published.
November 24, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Last chance to apply to join our Board

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We invite applications from women, non-binary and gender fluid people with experience in one of the following areas: Employment law & practice Industrial relations Marketing & PR, Risk Management Corporate/sponsorship fundraising Tender Writing
November 21, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Our new Strategic Plan for 2026-2030 is here!

Read our roadmap to progress here buff.ly/rx0S5dy
Aim 1: EMPOWERMENT AND TACKLING INEQUALITIES To develop the capacity of women from disadvantaged urban and rural communities to tackle inequalities affecting them. Aim 2: POLICY and ADVOCACY To advance women’s equality and participation in all aspects of policy and decision-making. Aim 3: LEADERSHIP AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT To provide leadership, infrastructural support and advocacy within the women’s sector and movement. Aim 4: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT To strengthen the capacity of the organisation to carry out its role effectively.
November 20, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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"With so many seeking to erase transgender people — sometimes in the most brutal ways possible — it is vitally important that those we lose are remembered, and that we continue to fight for justice.”

– Transgender Day of Remembrance founder Gwendolyn Ann Smith
Transgender day of remembrance.
November 20, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board!

Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November

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We invite applications from women, non-binary and gender fluid people with experience in one of the following areas: Employment law & practice Industrial relations Marketing & PR, Risk Management Corporate/sponsorship fundraising Tender Writing
November 19, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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WRDA Calls for Gender-Responsive Approach to Northern Ireland’s Fourth Carbon Budget

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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
Key recommendations: Equity and Fairness Valuing Care Work Participatory Governance Gender-Responsive Budgeting Intersectionality
November 18, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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
Trans awareness week
November 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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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
a year full of advocacy, research, health promotion, and training aimed at advancing women's equality in Northern Ireland.
November 17, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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 invite applications from women, non-binary and gender fluid people with experience in one of the following areas: Employment law & practice Industrial relations Marketing & PR, Risk Management Corporate/sponsorship fundraising Tender Writing
November 14, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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
transgender awareness week.
November 13, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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.

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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.
November 12, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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 invite applications from women, non-binary and gender fluid people with experience in one of the following areas: Employment law & practice Industrial relations Marketing & PR, Risk Management Corporate/sponsorship fundraising Tender Writing
November 11, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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
Key Recommendations from WPG NI Include: Investment in Women’s Sport: Ringfencing funding and prioritising equitable access to facilities, coaching, and resources. Safeguarding Reform: Mandatory and consistent training for coaches, robust complaint mechanisms, and intersectional safeguarding policies. Inclusive Language and Policy: Recognition of “women and girls” as inclusive of transgender and intersex individuals, with opposition to invasive testing or data collection. Gender Budgeting: Embedding gender analysis in all stages of the budget process to ensure fair distribution of resources. Data Collection and Transparency: Standardised data across councils to monitor access and equity in sports facilities.
November 10, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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
Ulster University Menopause Experiences Survey
Online surveys is a powerful, easy to use tool for creating online surveys. Run by Jisc, online surveys is used by over 300 different organisations in the UK...
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November 7, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Interested in getting involved in our work? Apply to join our Board!

Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday 21st November

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This week is trustees week.
November 7, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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We're all set up for our AGM, follow along for love updates
Table with resources.
November 6, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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You can read the full response here buff.ly/zs3fg0E
WPG responds to the Breastfeeding bill.
November 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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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

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Newsletter published.
November 4, 2025 at 9:33 AM