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Responsible for #EUFunding under the #PEACEPLUS, #PEACEIV and #INTERREGVA cross-border programmes to help build peace & prosperity. RT are not an endorsement.

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Have you applied for a Change Maker fund?⌛

📢 €40 million has been made available for cross-community and cross-border initiatives through the #PEACEPLUS Change Maker Funding Programme.

Applications for the first general funding round are open until 30 June 2026.

Grants of up to €100,000 per project are available to support people‑to‑people projects that strengthen cross‑community and cross‑border collaboration.

More 👉 https://t.co/7aCdnn6Ptz

To see projects funded to date, visit: https://t.co/QnNmZ56jPZ

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Confirmed: €39,948 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Studio 1 Craft Centre CIC – CRAFT: Creative Routes & Activities Forging Togetherness

Purpose: A community arts project bringing together individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including people with disabilities and those experiencing mental health challenges. Through structured craft workshops and shared events, the project fosters creativity, inclusion and meaningful cross-community connections in #Strabane.

Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

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📸 Capture the impact of PEACE, PEACEPLUS & INTERREG funding in your community!
Enter the EU Funds Photo Competition and showcase real stories of connection, collaboration & positive change. 🌍
👉 https://t.co/ufzgHu74qR
#PEACE #PEACEPLUS #INTERREG #EUFunds #PhotoCompetition

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Confirmed: €11,101 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Northern Ireland Walking Football Federation – Connecting Communities through Walking Football

Purpose: A cross‑community sports initiative for older adults, offering walking football tournaments and wellbeing workshops across #NorthernIreland. The project promotes physical health, reduces social isolation and strengthens connections through accessible, shared sporting experiences.

You can apply up to 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

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Confirmed: €12,277 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: YMCA Larne – Rest Stop to Reset

Purpose: A cross‑community youth engagement programme delivering a range of inclusive summer activities, including sport and group outings in #Larne. The project focuses on building confidence, breaking down barriers and encouraging understanding among young people from different backgrounds through shared experiences.

Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

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Confirmed: €13,988 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Convoy Community and Environmental Committee – Convoy and Strabane SI

Purpose: A cross‑border wellbeing initiative connecting older adults aged 60 and over from East #Donegal and #Strabane. Through regular social gatherings, chair‑based exercise sessions and guest talks covering topics such as digital skills, health and personal finance, the project aims to reduce isolation and build stronger relationships across communities.

Applications close 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Confirmed: €39,251 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Oxford Stars FC – Cross Community Football Camps and Training

Purpose: A large‑scale, sports‑led initiative engaging up to 300 young people and their families across #Derry #Londonderry and #Strabane. Through camps and year‑round activity, the project promotes inclusion, encourages participation and supports long‑term relationship building in communities affected by division and unrest.

Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Five community led projects awarded €116k through the PEACEPLUS Change Maker Funding Programme

We are delighted to announce that five projects from across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland have received a combined €116,565 to support projects focused on inclusion and community engagement.

Spanning wellbeing, youth engagement, sport and the arts, these projects will support a wide range of participants, including older people, young people and those facing social or economic barriers.

SEUPB Chief Executive Gina McIntyre said: “I would like to congratulate these organisations receiving support through the latest round of awards under the PEACEPLUS Change Maker Funding Programme. With a strong emphasis on cross-community and cross-border collaboration, the programme enables organisations to develop tailored activities that contribute to peacebuilding and stronger community cohesion.

“These latest awards demonstrate the positive impact that locally driven projects can have, creating opportunities for individuals to connect, share experiences and build lasting relationships within and across communities.”

👉 Find out more: https://t.co/zV6ijk76VZ @pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

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📢 PEACEPLUS Skills Development Funding Call Now Open

We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the second call under PEACEPLUS Investment Area 2.3 – Skills Development.

This call has an indicative budget allocation of €4.9 million and will support projects that:
• Address evidenced skills gaps across the Programme Area
• Improve access to inclusive, high-quality education, training and lifelong learning
• Support upskilling and reskilling aligned to key growth sectors
• Strengthen cross-community and cross-border collaboration
• Enhance employability, productivity and labour mobility

We encourage applications from organisations working in training, employability, industry engagement, and inclusive pathways to employment — particularly those involved in cross-border partnerships, Tourism & Hospitality (AI adoption), and supporting individuals who are NEET.

The deadline for applications is 17 July 2026 at 5:00pm

➡️ Find out more and apply: https://t.co/fPSLaiT7T1

[SEUPB @SEUPB]

📢 PEACEPLUS Skills Development Funding Call Now Open

We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the second call under PEACEPLUS Investment Area 2.3 – Skills Development.

This call has an indicative budget allocation of €4.9 million and will support projects that:
• Address evidenced skills gaps across the Programme Area
• Improve access to inclusive, high-quality education, training and lifelong learning
• Support upskilling and reskilling aligned to key growth sectors
• Strengthen cross-community and cross-border collaboration
• Enhance employability, productivity and labour mobility

We encourage applications from organisations working in training, employability, industry engagement, and inclusive pathways to employment — particularly those involved in cross-border partnerships, Tourism & Hospitality (AI adoption), and supporting individuals who are NEET.

The deadline for applications is 17 July 2026 at 5:00pm

➡️ Find out more and apply: https://t.co/fPSLaiT7T1

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Confirmed: €76,074 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: North West Regional College – The Thrive Hub

Purpose: A cross border wellbeing initiative offering peer led supports, workshops and collaborative activities for students and communities in #Derry #Londonderry, #Strabane and #Letterkenny, strengthening resilience and connection.

@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Confirmed: €76,380 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Guth Gafa Cuideachta Faoi Theorainn Ráthaíochta – Thinking PEACE

Purpose: A youth focused cross border programme using the arts and facilitated dialogue to build understanding, encourage reflection and strengthen connections between young people and educators.

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Apply by 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Northern Ireland Environment Link (@EnvironmentNI) and the Irish Environmental Network (@IrishEnvNet) have launched the CHANGE (Collaborative Horizons for All-Island Nature and Governance Enhancement) PEACEPLUS project.

The CHANGE project brings together environmental NGOs, public bodies and researchers from both sides of the border to better understand shared environmental challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, freshwater quality, and marine protection, and to co-develop practical, evidence-based solutions and strategies to address them.

Through developing practical, evidence-based solutions, strategic action plans and data-sharing, CHANGE aims to support strengthened cross-border environmental governance and resilience, enabling more coordinated responses to pressing environmental challenges.

Read more: https://t.co/XYc0eMl8Yh

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This thoughtful PEACEPLUS Change Makers project involves 173 participants, using textiles and storytelling to build relationships and leadership skills. A creative way to explore shared heritage and future possibilities.

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Confirmed: €92,108 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Have Your Tomorrows (HURT) – Threading Stories Piece by Peace
Purpose: A cross community youth project using textiles, heritage and storytelling to build positive relationships, develop leadership skills and encourage intergenerational engagement.

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Applications close 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Confirmed: €95,931 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Circusful – Circus Is In Tents

Purpose: A cross-community circus arts programme engaging young people from marginalised and diverse backgrounds through skills development, group activities and shared learning experiences in #Belfast and #Derry #Londonderry.

@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni

Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO

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Participants on our #ACCEPTprogramme have been discovering how their skills and values shape their leadership styles. Taking these transversal skills beyond their sessions and into their daily lives.

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🎶 Voices of the Land: Poetry and Songs from Crotlieve 🌿

Discover the stories, songs and spirit of Crotlieve through this free creative programme celebrating local landscape, poetry and music. Connect with others, explore your creativity and gain new skills in a welcoming and inspiring environment ✨

📝 Applications close tomorrow at 6pm
Apply here: https://t.co/2bBJY0AFfS

This project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by @SEUPB.

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Confirmed: €78,336 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded

Recipient: Friends of Clea – Little Cygnets School Readiness Programme

Purpose: A cross community early years programme supporting school readiness through shared play, creative workshops and parental engagement. The project builds relationships between two school communities while supporting children’s development and transition to formal education.

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Apply before 30 June: https://t.co/hV8ehxRCKO