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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Our #endingtheharm campaign posters are hard-hitting, but they have been rigorously researched, developed, and tested. They are backed by independent academic research, Programme data and feedback from a wide range of specialist organisations and representatives. 1/2

Ending the Harm campaign poster which says: 'Paramilitary gangs rob local businesses by taking their hard-earned money.'

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Our new public awareness campaign shines a light on what is often referred to as 'hidden harms'; the often insidious ways that paramilitary gangs abuse, control and coerce vulnerable people for their own gains. Paramilitary gangs abuse and control. #Endingtheharm

Picture of a bus with an Ending The Harm campaign poster along the side which reads: 'Paramilitary gangs abuse and control'.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

You'll see our ‘Ending the Harm’ public awareness campaign going live again this week across Northern Ireland. The campaign highlights some of the ways that paramilitary gangs harm people and communities. It's time to call it out. #endingtheharm

Photo of one of the 'Ending the Harm' campaign billboards, which says: 'Paramilitary gangs control our communities with violence, intimidation and drug dealing.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Our Programme uses a public health approach to support people and communities across Northern Ireland who are vulnerable to paramilitary influence and harm. To find out more 👉 endingtheharm.com/about-us

A diagram which describes the four main stages to 'Our Public Health Approach'. They are: Define and monitor the problem, identify risk and protective factors, develop and test prevention strategies, and ensure widespread adoption.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

In 2024, the NI Affairs Committee published a report into effect of paramilitary activity and organised crime on society in Northern Ireland. The report specifically praised the work of the Executive Programme and Organised Crime. To read more 👇 committees.parliament.uk/publications...

Image of the front cover from the Northern Ireland Affairs Committee report: "The effect of paramilitary activity and organised crime on society in Northern Ireland."

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

The Independent Reporting Commission continue to support the work that we do. To read their latest report, visit 👇 www.ircommission.org/publications...

Quote card that reads: ‘The Executive Programme on Paramilitarism and Organised Crime (EPPOC) continues to play a crucial role in addressing the complex and intergenerational issue of paramilitarism in Northern Ireland.’ Independent Reporting Commission 7th Report, 2025

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

This case study sees a community worker talking about the fear being felt in some communities. Approx. 70% of young people on our Programme believe paramilitaries are active in their area. We invest in projects that make a difference to those most affected by paramilitary harm.

Image with a quote from the 'Community Worker' film, which says: "This fear, that's always there- it's all some people have ever known. And paramilitaries aren't stupid. They know to look for these vulnerabilities and how to exploit them."

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

They highlight the control paramilitaries have over victims & the damage this has in communities. The videos are a powerful insight into the lives that are affected by paramilitary control. #endingtheharm www.endingtheharm.com/news-and-eve...

Quote from 'Community Worker' video, saying: "I see people victimised by paramilitaries every single day. Whether its beatings, shootings, intimidation, extortion...it affects everyone."

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

These case study videos were created to show how people in our communities are being exploited & controlled by paramilitaries & criminal gangs. Each video provides an insight into how today’s paramilitary gangs intimidate, control, and coerce individuals & communities.

Still image from 'Community Worker' film

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Last year we created 3 case study videos to show how paramilitary & criminal gangs exploit and control people & communities. The videos are a powerful insight into how some people are forced into a life of paramilitary crime & violence. #endingtheharm

Three case study films showing the impact of paramilitary harm.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

The cost of paramilitarism in NI is staggering. This includes economic disruption, public spending, health impacts & community control. Tackling this issue requires coordinated efforts and significant investment. Find out more 👉https://www.endingtheharm.com/about-us-old/what-the-programme-does/

A graphic that says "£500M - £700M. The estimated cost of paramilitarism in Northern Ireland per year."

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Academic research, data and insight helps us to build a deeper understanding of harm so that we can develop better interventions for those who need it most. Great to catch up with @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social to discuss a number of ongoing research projects. #endingtheharm

A picture of the McClay Library at Queen's University Belfast

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Our Programme operates throughout NI. Projects vary in scale, focus, location, target group and methodology depending on an identified need. We're investing £16m in the next year to help stop another generation getting drawn into a spiral of violence, coercion and harm. 1/2

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Today we're at the Belfast Works Connect 'Transforming Futures Conference' at @ulsteruni.bsky.social to discuss how future funding for NI can work best for those who need it most.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

In Autumn 2024, @northernireland.gov.uk extended the Executive Programme on Paramilitarism and Organised (EPPOC) for 2 more years prior to closure in March 27. For the Financial Year 2025/26, £16m has been given to EPPOC by @northernireland.gov.uk and the UK Government to continue our vital work.

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

🚨 The Ending the Harm campaign is transforming Northern Ireland ➡️ 77% say it's believable ➡️89% fully support it We're tackling paramilitary gangs head-on and making our communities safer. Read more👇 www.endingtheharm.com/news-and-eve... #EndingTheHarm

Picture of an Ending the Harm campaign poster which says: 'Paramilitary Gangs control our communities with violence, intimidation and drug dealing'

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endingtheharm.bsky.social @endingtheharm.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Hello @bsky.app! We are the Northern Ireland Executive’s Programme on paramilitarism, criminality & organised crime. Follow us for news, updates and research insight on our trauma informed, public health approach to violence reduction.

Image of a billboard with one of the current Ending the Harm campaign posters, which reads: Paramilitary gangs control our communities with violence, intimidation and drug dealing.

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