Joanne McCallister

Chief Executive at Children's Heartbeat Trust. Co-Chair NI Children's Health Coalition.
All things tennis & rugby.
All views are my own.

[Nichola Rooney @ProfNRooney]

Delighted to acknowledge the role of psychological professions in Northern Ireland. @QUBPsych @BPSOfficial @BABCP @BACP @NIDCP @NIBPS @UlsterUni @MHCC_ @rcpsych

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

🌎This #WorldHeartDay we’re inviting you to explore the Clark Clinic virtual tour ❤️

🖥️Created by Heart Dad Dr Lydon and @QUBelfast students, see where children across NI receive specialist cardiac care & where so many of our family stories begin.

👉 https://t.co/FouI8e5uVE

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

👟 Huge congrats to everyone who smashed the #BelfastHalf! 🙌

Now it’s your turn… @marathonbcm 2026 places are OPEN! 🏅

Run solo or in a relay & support children with heart disease 💓

👉Visit our website to find out how you can secure your spot : https://t.co/gUljj9xAoN

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

This #InternationalYouthDay we celebrate ‘Local Youth Actions for the Sustainable Development Goals & Beyond’.

Our Youth Council is turning global goals into local action🌎💓

From healthcare to mental health, they’re speaking up, tackling inequality & driving real change.

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

✨ Meet Jenna, our amazing Community & Events Fundraiser!

Will you be joint her at our Hearty Hike challenge?

👣 Do it solo or in a team
🗓 Sunday 28th September 2025, 10am
📍 Slieve Donard, Mourne Mountains
🎟 Minimum Sponsorship of £140

👉 Sign up: https://t.co/SQkUHr83X1

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

502 people across NI joined our seasonal Family Fun Days in 2024 and what a year it was! ☀️❤️

“CHT always gives amazing days for our heart warriors. Parents support each other, siblings have fun and it’s something to look forward to and remember.” Heart Parent

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

Have you signed up to our Hearty Hike challenge yet? ⛰️👟

Join us at Slieve Donard this September and Take Big steps For Little Hearts.

There are just two weeks left to grab our early bird rate, so don't miss out!

Sign up here: https://t.co/SQkUHr8BMz

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

Welcome To Our New Online Home! 💻

We are excited to officially launch the new and improved Children’s Heartbeat Trust website.

👉 Visit us now at: https://t.co/zZnOOImyiQ

A special thank you to Big + Bold for their incredible work, @TNLComFundNI and all of our supporters ❤️

[Joanne McCallister @MJ_McCallister]

Back to work today after an amazing couple of days in my happy place- #Wimbledon. Brilliant as ever. Vamos Carlos! 🎾

[Joanne McCallister @MJ_McCallister]

Proud Mummy alert... Today 42 brave abseilers are descending Fairhead in aid of @Chldns_Hrtbeat. The first one over the edge was Daisy, our 12 year old daughter. The lady ahead of her didn't want to be first so Daisy volunteered. Well done to all who conquered the #GiantDrop ❤️

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

We need your help! 📣

Professor Casey and his colleagues at @UlsterUni are launching a study on personalised exercise plans for kids (5–18) with CHD.

🗓️ Info session: Mon 16 June, 7pm
🎙️ With Prof Casey & Naomi Bell
🎥 Watch the intro video & sign up: https://t.co/xjsIykNT7F

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

Challenge Complete, you did it! 🏆🎉

Over the past 31 days, you’ve helped achieve our goal distance of 4,000 miles to help support approximately 4,000 children and young people living with congenital heart disease in NI.

Thank you for your continued support ❤️

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

It’s International Nurses Day.

Our Family Support team popped up this morning with a breakfast delivery!

A big thank you to all the nurses that support our heart warriors and their families every day.

"Not all angels have wings, some have scrubs" Heart Mum

CHT Team 🥰

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

🎽 GOOD LUCK to all our supporters taking on the @marathonbcm tomorrow! 👟🌟

Whether you’re running, walking or part of a relay, thank you for putting your heart & sole into it ❤️

Your support helps children in NI living with congenital heart disease 💓

Tag us in your pics! 📸

[Joanne McCallister @MJ_McCallister]

@NIBabyHearts2 @Chldns_Hrtbeat @duncancolette @lesleyannehenry Two dedicated supporters in lots of ways. Thanks Lesley Anne and Colette, good luck with all the steps! 🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️

[Joanne McCallister @MJ_McCallister]

@Chldns_Hrtbeat @NISTAR_HSC @marathonbcm Cara you're a star! ✨ Thank you for everything you do, every day for all our families! Good luck on Sunday!

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

Meet Cara who works for @NISTAR_HSC, just one of our amazing supporters running in this year’s @marathonbcm ! ⭐

"The children’s ambulance has made a huge difference for children and families travelling to Dublin. This is why I’m running for CHT" ❤️

Good luck everyone! 👟

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

⭐We are thrilled that our Chair, Prof Nichola Rooney, has been appointed Chief Psychological Professions Officer for NI. ⭐

Nichola is a passionate advocate for mental health services and we wish her every success in this vital role. ♥️
Read more below 👇🏼

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

We’re hiring! 📣

There's still time to apply for our Community & Events Fundraiser role 💙

🗓️Apply by: Mon 28 April, 12 noon
🔗 Info and how to apply here: https://t.co/4Ssr8aixkb

Hear from Lynn who talks about what you can expect in the role and the impact it will have.

[Childrens Heartbeat @Chldns_Hrtbeat]

We are absolutely delighted to be launching our brand new CHT Young Hearts youth programme, available to young people across NI⭐

This programme has been funded by The National Lottery Community Fund: Empowering Young People Award.

Find out more here: https://t.co/JZGIGbDjQT