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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is #CyberSecurityMonth Follow along as we share a range of tips to stay safe online throughout the month. Find out more from the National Cyber Security Centre buff.ly/cnuMnsZ

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The WRDA led Women’s Policy Group NI has welcomed the proposed Victims and Witnesses of Crime Bill Read our response here buff.ly/IDUAy0M

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our Young Mums MAS had the wonderful Imelda from Mini First Aid delivering a really useful, practical session covering, first aid kit basics, CPR, burns, breaks & bleeding, allergies, choking and lots more. Thank you Imelda!

Three young women sitting on the ground in front of infant sized cpr dummies as an instructor watches on.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We're recruiting new board members, find out more here buff.ly/QfLC8fo

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

What happens when technology can copy the performance of care without requiring the user to learn how to care? Mary O'Neill continues our series on Feminist Responses to AI with this thought provoking article. buff.ly/aFRLtEG

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Our Maternal Advocacy and Support Project is proud to launch the Framework for Engaging with Lived Experience. Thank you to all the women who made this report possible. Read the full report here: buff.ly/QKr49u5

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Final chance to apply, this job opportunity will close today at 4pm. Women’s Sector Research Officer This is an exciting opportunity for a committed individual to make a real impact on women’s rights and equality. Closing date 4pm 18 September buff.ly/XFOtdJr

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We're recruiting new board members, find out more here buff.ly/QfLC8fo

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

As AI becomes part of everyday life, concerns about gender bias, discrimination, and online harm are growing. Our new blog explores AI's impact on women and girls and why a feminist approach is needed to create a fairer digital future. Read more here buff.ly/0icoiB2

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We’re Recruiting! Women’s Sector Research Officer This is an exciting opportunity for a committed individual to make a real impact on women’s rights and equality. Closing date 4pm 18 September buff.ly/XFOtdJr

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

We’re Recruiting! Women’s Sector Research Officer This is an exciting opportunity for a committed individual to make a real impact on women’s rights and equality. Closing date 4pm 18 September

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It is important that the emotional load and courage involved in sharing lived experience is acknowledged and respected. The Mas project have created a good practice guide when using Lived Experience testimony. Join us to celebrate the power and strength of Lived Experience. buff.ly/EbWRW5m

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Women shared that the strongest motivators for sharing personal experiences are making changes that will benefit others while also bringing hope to others who are struggling. Register to join us for the Launch of Our Lived Experience Framework forms.gle/VXoBw4nzCRhX...

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Expand your understanding of racism within the UK by exploring books such as Akala’s Natives: Race and Class in the Ruins of Empire, Reni Eddo-Lodge’s Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race, and Angela Saini’s Superior. These can help inform your efforts to challenge racism

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Artificial Intelligence is changing the landscape of violence against women and girls. Are we ready to respond? Join WRDA's online lunchtime seminar, "Feminist Responses to Artificial Intelligence: The challenges we face and how legislation can respond" 07/09 @ 1pm. Register here buff.ly/fYn7SBV

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join us for the launch of our new Lived Experience Framework. Secure your place here buff.ly/fCZMHqx

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Artificial Intelligence is changing the landscape of violence against women and girls. Are we ready to respond? Join WRDA's online lunchtime seminar,"Feminist Responses to Artificial Intelligence: The challenges we face and how legislation can respond" 07/09 @ 1pm. Register here buff.ly/fYn7SBV

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The involvement of women who are experts by experience is a valuable and essential aspect of building and improving services. Register here for the launch of The Mas Project, Lived Experience Framework forms.gle/gNcFtDpAHt9y...

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

You can read our latest newsletter here buff.ly/1AETzWb

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

AI is not gender neutral. Our latest blog explores how technology-facilitated violence against women and girls is evolving and what feminist responses are needed. This is the first in a new WRDA series on AI and gender justice. Read more: buff.ly/3CIMuzc

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Join us for the launch of our new Lived Experience Framework. Secure your place here buff.ly/fCZMHqx

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

If someone voices support for a racist policy, party or viewpoint, try to challenge these ideas in a calm and constructive way—aim for engagement rather than confrontation, and help them reflect on the impact of their words.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

WRDA is proud to announce our accreditation as a Living Wage Employer! Anne McVicker, Director of WRDA, said: “As a feminist organisation we support the Good Jobs Bill & the Living Wage & work to see a decent standard of living become the reality for every woman and her family in Northern Ireland

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Be part of Belfast Learner Voices! Register by contacting colin.neilands@falni.org

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Join us for the launch of our Lived Experience Framework (18 Sept, The Duncairn, 10am), authored by women with lived experience, Mas project staff and a clinical psychologist. We look forward to sharing and presenting this important and valuable piece of work. Register buff.ly/imWqpLI

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Violence has a profound and lasting impact on women and the children who live with it. Research at international, UK and NI specific levels, show that women who have experienced violence are much more likely to face homelessness. Help us change this #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Consider supporting efforts to close Larne House Detention Centre. Due to the absence of separate spaces for women, many women detainees spend most of their time in their cells for safety. Advocating for improved conditions can help ensure dignity and safety for all buff.ly/KnXkFa2

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Join us for the launch of our new Lived Experience Framework. Secure your place here buff.ly/fCZMHqx

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Women's Policy Group has released a response to the Warm Health Homes Fund. Read the full response here: buff.ly/sJwAhGT

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Violence against women and girls causes homelessness. Stay alive, or lose your home? This is not a choice. #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Did you know WRDA is a membership organisation? Its free to join and you can find out more here buff.ly/4htbF69

Our members are a key part of WRDA, they keep us relevant and ensure we are working on the issues which really matter to grass roots women.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Today in Northern Ireland, when a woman is facing violence in her home, her steps to safety are not secure. Help us change this #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The WRDA August Ezine has just been published, you can read it here buff.ly/BoP6IYa

This edition covers;
WRDA Awarded £100,000 to support women into public life
Write to the Justice Minister: Fully implement the Gillen reforms
Raise Your Voice Workshops
Run the Belfast Half Marathon for Mas
New Young Mums Mas groups

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Does your workplace have an anti-racism policy or offer training on anti-racism? If not, speak to your Trade Union representative about supporting your employer to introduce one. Find out more here buff.ly/2mbv5P1

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Do you want to run the Belfast Half Marathon for maternal mental health? Funds raised will support our Mas project ( Maternal Advocacy & Support) providing early intervention peer support and advocacy for women in the perinatal period and their babies Register your interest: clare.anderson@wrda.net

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Sick of rape myths being used to demean survivors in our court rooms? Demand full implementation of the Gillen Review Join WRDA’s campaign and write to the Justice Minister today to call for urgent action 📨 buff.ly/RjUWZWV

Write to the Justice Minister, fully implement the Gillen Review reforms

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🎉 NIO Minister Baroness Ruth Anderson announces the £100,000k Engagement for Change fund award to the Women's Resource and Development Agency! We're proud to have been awarded the fund and have exciting plans for delivery! The programme will encourage inclusive democracy by widening participation.

Baroness Anderson with women from the Women's Resource and Development Agency and Reclaim the Agenda.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Violence against women and girls causes homelessness. What can we do? Campaign to Shift the Shame #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Our new weekly group will be starting on Tuesday 15th September in Atlas Centre, Lisburn and Friday 2nd October in Ballybeen Womens Centre, Dundonald.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Violence compels women to leave their homes in search of safety. Homelessness exacerbates trauma and for a small group of women, can trigger increased substance abuse, which then makes it harder to secure safe accommodation. Help us break the cycle and #ShifttheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Our new weekly group will be starting on Tuesday 15th September in Atlas Centre, Lisburn and Friday 2nd October in Ballybeen Womens Centre, Dundonald.

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Help us Shift the Shame of domestic violence related homelessness from the victim to the perpetrator 1: Shift the culture 2: Shift from funding to investment 3: Shift to a gendered approach 4: Shift to a shared responsibility Find out more #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Women's Policy Group Welcomes Ambition of Refreshed SEN Framework but Warns Delivery Requires Significant Investment Read more here buff.ly/PjIMLYz

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Home is still the most dangerous place for women. Find out more about our campaign to build The Steps to Safety: Protecting the next generation #StepsToSafety #ShiftheShame buff.ly/PIyvATv

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Did you know WRDA is a membership organisation? Its free to join and you can find out more here buff.ly/4htbF69

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Women's Resource and Development Agency @wrda-team.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

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