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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

We welcome the consultation on the Executive’s draft Early Learning and Childcare Strategy. In our blog, we outline the further action needed to ensure the Strategy delivers meaningful and lasting change for every child and family. Read the blog 👇 www.equalityni.org/Blog/Article...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

50 years of sex discrimination law in NI have opened doors for women in work, education, and public life. We’ve made progress, but barriers remain. As we reflect on International Women’s Day, our Chief Commissioner shares her thoughts on the work still to be done👉 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

We welcome the appointment of Colin Kennedy as Deputy Chair of the Equality Commission, alongside two new Commissioners, Kristel Miller and Kevin Doherty, and look forward to working with them to promote equality and challenge discrimination. Read the press release 👇 www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

The end of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund on 31 March will have a significant impact on many disabled people seeking to secure and retain paid employment. Read more in our press release 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

A woman who had worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers Services Ltd (PwC) for more than 40 years has settled her case of age and disability discrimination against the company for £150,000. The case was supported by the Equality Commission. Read the press release 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Chief Commissioner Geraldine McGahey standing by a window and looking at the camera, with a view of Belfast city in the background.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Join our in-person event on developing good practice in making reasonable adjustments that support disabled people in recruitment and employment. 📅 Thurs 5 Mar 2026 🕤 9.30am (registration) to 12:30pm (light lunch provided) 📍 Ulster University Belfast To book 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/reasonable...

Promotional graphic for the event 'Reasonable adjustments: Developing good practice'

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

We were delighted to co-host a Section 75 training session with Children in Northern Ireland for the community and voluntary sector. Thanks to our speakers, Mairead Starrs (ECNI), Natalie Whelehan (CiNI), and Patrice Hardy (ECNI), and everyone who joined us for a valuable and interactive morning.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

🎄Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at the Equality Commission. Our office will be closed over Christmas and the New Year, reopening on Friday, 2nd January 2026. For advice or information, please visit www.equalityni.org

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Jayla Boyd, a student who worked as a sales assistant, has settled her sexual harassment case against her former employer JD Sports Fashion PLC for £65,000. The case was supported by the Equality Commission and settled without admission of liability. Read more 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Jayla Boyd stands in a doorway, looking toward the camera

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

We were delighted to co-host our Reasonable Adjustments Better Futures event yesterday in Black Mountain Shared Space with Belfast Business Promise and the Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE). Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the session so engaging.

Attendees at an event in Black Mountain Shared Space about improving accessibility and support for disabled applicants and employees.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

🎄The festive season is here, and so are work dos and Christmas parties. To avoid potential issues, read our blog for tips to keep your work Christmas party safe and respectful 👇 www.equalityni.org/Blog/Article...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

The Equality Commission has formally applied to the High Court for leave to apply for judicial review following the Supreme Court’s judgment in the case of ‘For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers’. Read the press release 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Join us for an in-person event on Section 75 and how it can strengthen your policy and advocacy work. 📅 Tues 27 Jan 2026 ⏰ 10am – 12pm 📍 Equality House, 7-9 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast This workshop is for those in the community and voluntary sector. To book 👇 www.eventbrite.com/e/section-75...

Promotional graphic for the event 'Section 75 in action: Influencing decisions and improving outcomes'.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

This Anti-Bullying Week, Senior Policy Officer Chris Jenkins highlights the specific actions needed to address racist bullying and ensure every child feels safe at school. Read the blog 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland is inviting applications for the roles of Deputy Chief Commissioner and Commissioner at the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. For full details and application packs 👇 🔗 www.gov.uk/government/n... Closing date: Friday, 28 November

An Equality Commission for Northern Ireland in the top left corner. Below this is text Applications open to appoint new members to the Board Deputy Chief Commissioner and Commissioner Closing date: 28 November

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

This Hate Crime Awareness Week, it’s more important than ever to stand together against all forms of hate, embrace diversity and build stronger, inclusive communities. Read our recommendations to end hate crime 👇 www.equalityni.org/HateCrimePolicy Hate Crime Awareness Week runs until 18 October.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

This World Mental Health Day, we're highlighting the importance of supporting mental wellbeing at work 💚 Find out how we can help you promote positive mental health and good employment practice in your organisation 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Employers-Se...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Older people in NI have fewer protections from age discrimination than elsewhere in the UK and Ireland. This #InternationalDayofOlderPersons, we call for stronger protections in goods, facilities and services for all ages. Learn more about Age Law Reform 👇 www.equalityni.org/Delivering-E...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Today, we welcomed Ulster University’s Gender Budgeting Project Team to Equality House to learn about their work and discuss how the budgeting process can help improve equality.

Five people standing together, smiling at the camera following a Gender Budgeting workshop

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Chief Commissioner Geraldine McGahey took part in the Carers NI’s 60th anniversary event where she spoke about the equality issues facing unpaid carers and the need to reform health and social care. We congratulate Carers NI on 60 years of supporting and championing carers in Northern Ireland.

Three people standing, facing the camera at a Carers NI event

Two people sitting, having a conversation with the audience at the Carers NI event

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

We're speaking at the 'Links with Ageism and Abuse: Northern Ireland' Hourglass webinar this Wednesday, 24 Sept, 10.30am to 12pm, about the harms of ageism and the need for comprehensive legislation to protect people from age discrimination. Book your place 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-links-...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

We attended the Trussell Trust's briefing on hunger & food insecurity in NI & discussed the draft Anti-Poverty Strategy. Our consultation response calls for targeted actions across equality groups in education, housing, employment & other areas. Read our response 👇 www.equalityni.org/ECNI/media/E...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

The Commission is advancing its Roadmap to clarify key definitions under the Sex Discrimination (NI) Order 1976 (SDO) and assist the development of final guidance for employers and service providers. Learn more and respond to the consultation by 19 September 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

In her blog, Chief Commissioner Geraldine McGahey discusses why the draft Anti-Poverty Strategy falls short, calling for clear targets, actions, accountability, and ringfenced budgets. Read the blog and respond to the consultation by 19 September 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Rosie Pidgeon, a Belfast student, has settled her disability discrimination case against Translink for £7,500. The case was supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. You can read more about the case here 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Rosie Pidgeon, a Belfast student, sitting outdoors in an electric wheelchair, looking toward the camera

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Great to attend the Childcare Strategy for All event in Stormont, hearing from parents, early educators, and the women’s sector on the need for an Early Learning and Childcare Strategy that works for children, parents, providers, and society. Read our recommendations 👇 🔗 equalityni.org/Childcare

A woman stands at a lectern speaking at the 'Childcare for All' event in Stormont. To the left, a projector displays the text 'Pillar 2: For Parents Childcare for All.' Several audience members are seated in the foreground.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

As part of our roadmap for addressing legal uncertainties in Northern Ireland following the For Women Scotland Supreme Court judgment, we are seeking views in our stakeholder consultation. 📅 The consultation closes next Friday, 19 September 2025. Learn more www.equalityni.org/SCJConsultat...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

🌸 Join us at Mela Day this Sun 24 Aug in Botanic Gardens! ✨ Visit our stall to learn about the Commission and how we can support you if you’ve experienced discrimination. As a friend of #BelfastMela, we’re proud to celebrate cultural diversity across Northern Ireland. 🎟️ To book belfastmela.org.uk

Promotional graphic featuring a performer with a microphone on stage. Text reads Mela Day 24 August 2025 Botanic Gardens World Stage

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Deputy Chief Commissioner Neil Anderson and Commissioner Preeti Yellamaty joined Belfast Asian Women's Academy at Belfast City Hall for South Asian Cultural Day, part of the celebrations for South Asian Heritage Month.

Four people smiling, holding a board with the text: South Asian Heritage Month 18 July to 17 August – Celebrate | Commemorate | Educate, with three logos: Belfast Asian Women’s Academy, South Asian Heritage Month, and Community Fund.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Clifford Donaldson has settled a disability and age discrimination case against his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, for £100,000. You can read more about the case here 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Clifford Donaldson sits in a garden, facing the camera.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Join our 'Promoting equality and diversity in employment in five steps' webinar. When: Fri 22 August, 11am to 12noon Learn how to make your workplace fair and inclusive, covering recruitment, staff development, leadership, and culture. Book on MS Teams 👇 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7c94eb...

A group of young professionals brainstorming around a table in a modern office environment

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Our Chief Commissioner, Geraldine McGahey, was delighted to join Nisha Tandon OBE, ArtsEkta, and Friends of Belfast Mela to launch this year’s Belfast Mela Festival, taking place from Saturday 16 to Sunday 24 August 2025! Find out more and book your tickets 👉 belfastmela.org.uk

Three people at the Belfast Mela launch: two in front holding a blue circular prop that reads Friend of Belfast Mela in white text, and a third person behind them wearing traditional dress on stilts with arms raised. In the background is a large prop painted with colourful flowers.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Our Chief Commissioner met today with Danny Donnelly MLA to discuss his proposals for a Bill on the UNCRPD. We also highlighted the need to strengthen protections against disability discrimination in Northern Ireland. @dannydonnelly1.bsky.social‬

Three people standing on the staircase at Stormont Buildings: Paul Noonan, Senior Policy Officer; Geraldine McGahey, Chief Commissioner of the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland; and Danny Donnelly, MLA, standing in the middle.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Our updated training offers new webinars to help you promote equality at work ⬇️ ➡️ How to develop an equality plan ➡️ How to conduct an equal pay audit ➡️ The case for promoting lawful equality, diversity, and inclusion at work Read our blog & book your place 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Three people in an office setting; one person standing and leaning over another’s laptop screen while the third person sits nearby, writing.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

As part of our roadmap for addressing legal uncertainties in Northern Ireland following the For Women Scotland Supreme Court judgment, we are seeking views in our stakeholder consultation. Respond by Friday 19 September 2025. Find out more 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/SCJConsultat...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

We have published our Annual Report and Accounts for 2024-25. Find out more and read the report 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Why we’re asking the courts to provide clarity and how it will shape future guidance. Chief Commissioner Geraldine McGahey shares our view on the For Women Scotland judgment. Read the blog 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

As part of our roadmap for addressing legal uncertainties in Northern Ireland following the For Women Scotland Supreme Court judgment, we are seeking views in our stakeholder consultation. 📅 Respond by Friday 19 September 2025. Find out more at www.equalityni.org/SCJConsultat...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

We have responded to the Department of Education's consultation on 16-18 Legislation to provide for all learners to participate in education, apprenticeship, or training until age 18. Read our response 👇 www.equalityni.org/ECNI/media/E...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Highlights from our recent event at Shankill Shared Women's Centre – here's a look back at our launch of new research on the transition from EU funding to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and its impact on equality groups across Northern Ireland. Read the report 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/ECNI/media/E...

Seven people standing in front of the Shankill Shared Women's Centre, with some holding a research report titled 'Funding for Equality Groups in NI: The Impact of the Transition from EU Funding to UK Shared Prosperity Fund'

Dr Eve Hepburn speaks at a podium with a microphone, with an Equality Commission for Northern Ireland banner in the background

Attendees sit at a table listening, while one person flips through a research report

Attendees sit at a table listening as a researcher discusses a research report

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

The Equality Commission has today published a paper giving its views on the legal position in Northern Ireland, following a review of the Supreme Court judgment in ‘For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers’. Read our press release 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

This is not who we are: racism, violence, and the urgent need for leadership in Northern Ireland. Read the blog by Geraldine McGahey, Chief Commissioner 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We’ve responded to the consultation on a proposed bill to strengthen protections from age discrimination in goods, facilities, and services, closing a significant gap in equality law. Read our response 👇 www.equalityni.org/ECNI/media/E... Have your say by 20 June 2025 👇 bit.ly/AgeGFSconsul...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Join us Thurs 26 June at Shankill Shared Women’s Centre, Belfast for the launch of research on how the loss of EU funding & transition to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund is impacting equality groups across NI. 🕤 9.30am to 1pm (light lunch provided) Get tickets 👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/loss-of-eu...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Our Board of Commissioners held its meeting at the Guildhall, hosted by the Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr. The Board also engaged with local people about the key equality issues affecting the council area. Read more 👇 www.equalityni.org/Footer-Links...

Three people standing in front of stained-glass windows in the Guildhall.

Around 30 people, including the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District council and Equality Commission board members,
in the Guildhall listening to the Chief Commissioner speaking.
Some people are seated at circular tables with white tablecloths,
while others stand around the room.

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

NI is the only part of the UK or Ireland without legal protection against age discrimination in goods, facilities, and services. Kathryn Barr discusses this gap and the public consultation on a proposed bill to strengthen protections for all ages. Read the blog 👇 www.equalityni.org/Blog/Article...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

To improve outcomes and reduce inequalities for children with SEND through the SEN Reform Delivery Plan, Ema Cubitt, Independent Autism Reviewer NI, says we must listen to children, parents and teachers. Read more on the actions needed to deliver SEN reform 👇 🔗 www.equalityni.org/Blog/Article...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Did you know? People in NI don’t have the same protection from age discrimination as they do in the UK and Ireland. A proposed bill aims to strengthen protections against age discrimination for all ages & address this gap in equality law. Have your say by 5pm, 20 June 2025 👇 bit.ly/AgeGFSconsul...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Older people in NI, like Colin, have less protection against age discrimination than the rest of the UK & Ireland. A consultation is open on a proposed bill to prevent age discrimination in goods, facilities & services for all ages, addressing this equality law gap 👇 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Equality Commission for Northern Ireland @equalitycommni.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

The Department of Education's SEN Reform Delivery Plan could advance equality for children with SEND. Chris Quinn, NI Commissioner for Children and Young People, says embedding children’s rights into domestic law will strengthen protections. Read more in our blog 👇 www.equalityni.org/Blog/Article...

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