Steph O'Rourke

Executive Director @springboardopp. @CDPB_NI alumni. Youth Work/ Peace Building. Views my own.

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

This morning young people & staff watched the sunrise over Belfast, as we walked Cavehill for the annual Darkness Into Light. Well done to everyone involved spreading the message of hope & solidarity 💛
@SEUPB @dfatirl @ExecOfficeNI @FundforIreland @Economy_NI @NIOgov

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

Connecting practice, research and lived experience to strengthen peacebuilding approaches for the future.
@SEUPB @niexecutive @GovIE
#criticalconversations #catalyst4change #goodrelations #PEACEPLUS

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

Springboard’s past participant Marcus, led a discussion on the good relations journey at today's roundtable, offering an honest look at the topic through the lens of young people…
#criticalconversations #catalyst4change #goodrelations #PEACEPLUS

@SEUPB @niexecutive @GovIE

[The International Fund for Ireland @FundforIreland]

Catch up on our latest Fund Focus here: https://t.co/5HqzJKr2oM

[Steph O'Rourke @steph_rourke]

Delighted to join partners from across the voluntary & community sector in NI for St Patrick’s Day events in 10 Downing Street & the British- Irish Intergovernmental Secretariat reception. Representing @springboardopp & the voices of young people will forever be a privilege.

[Irish Foreign Ministry @dfatirl]

In Ireland, 1 February marks the first day of spring and the celebration of Lá Fhéile Bríde, St Brigid’s Day.

Watch as we honour the extraordinary contributions Irish women have made at home and around the world.

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

📣𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 📣
You could be eligible for a fully funded apprenticeship
in Youth Work or Business Admin with Springboard.

Work with experienced professionals, learn practical skills, and get paid while you train.

Learn more https://t.co/ZI1g3ldDVU

[The International Fund for Ireland @FundforIreland]

Sometimes, simply getting the opportunity to discuss and see things from someone else's point of view can have real impact and make a lasting difference https://t.co/ffQnc8UzQQ

[The International Fund for Ireland @FundforIreland]

Sometimes, simply getting the opportunity to discuss and see things from someone else's point of view can make a real and lasting difference https://t.co/ffQnc8UzQQ

[NI_CRC @NI_CRC]

🌍 Excited for Good Relations Week 2025. 🤝

Join James Martin MBE in celebrating our theme: "Connect" and explore over 200 diverse events across the region 👉 https://t.co/NxM7SKl6H2

#GRW2025

[The International Fund for Ireland @FundforIreland]

The latest edition of our Fund Focus newsletter is now available! Get your free copy here: https://t.co/5HqzJKr2oM

[Jackie Redpath @jackieredpath]

‘Wall2Wall’ @springboardopp 👏👏👏👏

[Steph O'Rourke @steph_rourke]

A huge thank you to @IEAmbCyprus for hosting young leaders from our #PEACEPLUS #Journeys project this week during their transformational study visit to Cyprus. The group met with their peers to share learning & explore peacebuilding through an international lens 🕊️
@SEUPB

[Steph O'Rourke @steph_rourke]

@IEAmbCyprus @Christodulides Congratulations Sarah. A fantastic appointment, looking forward to linking in with you during our peacebuilding visits!

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

Over 140 participants from the Journeys programme came together across two days for our annual Journeys Camp. Participants continue to strengthen connections, and build a shared sense of community year after year.

Red more here: https://t.co/hvexGDuFAI
@SEUPB

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

Journeys Camp 2025 was phenomenal!

Over 2 days, young people from Belfast, Limavady, Derry/Londonderry, Cavan & Monaghan came together for connection, activities & friendship.

Stay tuned next week for more from this unforgettable gathering!
@SEUPB

[Dearbhla Holohan @DervieDotes]

📢 Children, young people, parents and carers, in Lisburn, Cookstown + Enniskillen
👂Let's continue the conversation about how we can keep children and families safe from harm
✨Massive thanks to everyone who has participated so far in Belfast, Newtownabbey, Armagh and Strabane

[Steph O'Rourke @steph_rourke]

Well done to @springboardopp Directions participants who produced this video of ‘Our Message of Hope in a Bottle’. Thank you to #PYDP #IFI for the funding.

[The International Fund for Ireland @FundforIreland]

Our Message of Hope in a Bottle - by @springboardopp https://t.co/h1AiPjT2HG

[Jamie Kennedy @jamierkennedy]

A special town.
A special coastline.
A special course.

Hard to not fall in love with Portrush.

[Springboard Opportunities @springboardopp]

Our latest news story is live!

Journeys brought young people from across the city together for the Small Worlds Masterclass hosted by NI Together CIC and Law Centre NI.

Read more on our website!

https://t.co/hNAX0mPlxP @SEUPB