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2 events,The Second International Migration Review Forum to be convened under the auspices of the General Assembly and be chaired by the President of the General Assembly, serves as the primary intergovernmental global platform to discuss and share progress on the implementation of all aspects of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM).
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The Public Inquiry into the Curraghinalt Project (Dalradian) resumes on 5th May. The scheduled topic is Cultural & Heritage. The timetable is attached. The Inquiry is scheduled to continue until the end of June. Anyone can attend when it is in session. |
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Date: Various dates in May and June Venue: Belfast parks Category: Free, Park Explore Belfast parks with our outreach teams and a local environmental expert on these free guided walks. Connect with nature, meet other people and learn about different plants and wildlife on these relaxing and informative guided sessions. To book your place, email […]
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This lecture – The McCosh Lecture – given by Professor Katharine Hayhoe, Chief Scientist, The Nature Conservancy. is organised by the Religious Studies Research Forum at Queen’s University Belfast, which forum exists to bring together academics at Queen’s and elsewhere with an interest in theology and religious studies. This is one of an annual series […] |
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Gentle guided woodland walks to relax, breathe, and reconnect with nature through, calm conversation, and slow-paced time outdoors.
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Greening Belfast: Imagine, Design, Grow A lively, hands-on session exploring how to make Belfast greener together. Discover inspiring local projects, hear fresh case studies, and take part in a fun mini design sprint to spark bold new ideas. Open to all, followed by lunch, networking, and continued conversation.
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A Dialogue on Climate Migration and Loss & Damage Webinar organized by CIDSE, in collaboration with Caritas Internationalis and the Secretariat for Social Justice and Ecology (SJES) |
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On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May, the Save Lough Neagh campaign will be holding the Save Lough Neagh Film Festival & Conference at the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre, Oxford Island. Free tickets are available at saveloughneagh.com Register for a free ticket for the Film Festival and view the schedule starting from 9am both days […] Celebrated each year around the world, World Migratory Bird Day connects people, organizations, and communities through education, events, and action. Activities range from bird walks and festivals to community science, habitat restoration, and policy engagement. World Migratory Bird Day emphasizes that migratory bird conservation is a shared responsibility. By working together across countries and flyways, […]
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The Landworkers’ Alliance Northern Ireland and the CSA Network are delighted to announce our next community farming gathering in May 2026, kindly hosted by Jubilee Farm, Larne. |
2 events,The argan tree (Argania spinosa) is a native species of the sub-Saharan region of Morocco, in the southwest of the country, which grows in arid and semiarid areas. It’s the defining species of a woodland ecosystem, also known as Arganeraie, which is rich in endemic flora. It is resilient to a harsh environment under water […] |
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Dublin City University’s Institute for Climate and Society annual conference. The theme is climate action in a time of crisis and the key note speaker for this year will be Uachtatán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly. The United Nations designated 12 May as the International Day of Plant Health to raise global awareness on how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect biodiversity and the environment, and boost economic development.
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Join Field Studies Ireland for a practical, fully outdoor workshop based in Tollymore Forest Park and the lowlands of the Mourne Mountains, introducing the essential skills of map reading, navigation, and route planning. |
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Hundreds of charities, community and faith groups come together for A Million Acts of Hope, 13-20 May. |
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4 events,2026 Theme: Building Trust through Dialogue, Inclusion and Reconciliation The theme “Living Together in Peace: Building Trust through Dialogue, Inclusion and Reconciliation” feels especially timely in 2026. At the start of the year, the United Nations Secretary-General pointed to a world marked by strain and uncertainty, while urging renewed commitment to cooperation through the Pact […] On this Day, UNESCO calls to strengthen scientific cooperation and harness its potential to foster peace and sustainable development.
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Laudato Sí is a call to follow a God-centred approach to environmental challenges that brings glory to the Creator, transformation of people and the land that sustains them. It focuses on care for the natural environment and all people, as well as broader questions of the relationship between God, humans, and the Earth. The encyclical’s […]
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The Church of Ireland Interfaith Working Group organizes a series of ‘Dialogues of Friendship’ across faith communities to reflect on issues of common concern in our society. The theme this year is ‘Faithfully caring for creation’. |
2 events,Laudato Si’ Week is a global celebration commemorating the publication of Laudato Si’, the encyclical that calls humanity to care for our common home and embrace integral ecology. |
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https://nationalpreparednesscommission.uk/news/the-peoples-emergency-briefing-gets-national-release/ The National Emergency Briefing project has introduced The People’s Emergency Briefing, a new film aimed at enhancing public awareness of climate and environmental risks. The film had its national release on April 7, 2026, and a series of community-led screenings is scheduled throughout the year, as shown on an interactive screening map. Produced by […] |
2 events,By observing World Bee Day each year, we can raise awareness on the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy, and on the many challenges they face today.
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Join Ulster Wildlife for a special evening of nature connection, pollinators, peatlands and hedgehogs. This event is part of Mid Ulster’s Biodiversity week. |
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Join Field Studies Ireland for a fully outdoor, guided learning experience in Tollymore Forest Park, exploring the names, stories, and history of Ireland’s trees. |
1 event,Harmony with nature and sustainable development As the global community is called to re-examine our relationship to the natural world, one thing is certain: despite all our technological advances we are completely dependent on healthy and vibrant ecosystems for our water, food, medicines, clothes, fuel, shelter and energy, just to name a few. This involves […] |
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Join Butterfly Conservation as they open light traps from the night before in the stunning surroundings of the Belfast Hills. |
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The 2026 European Christian Environmental Network Assembly will gather in Brussels from Saturday 29 August to Wednesday 2 September 2026, in the Franciscan Training Centre, Maison Notre-Dame du Chant d’Oiseau. The overarching theme, “Renewing our passion for creation in a time of trial” 
The markhor (Capra falconeri) is an iconic and ecologically significant species found across the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia, including Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. The greatest threats to the survival of the markhor are habitat loss, illegal hunting, including poaching, and climate change. |
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A meeting focusing on Lough Neagh. The speaker will be Prof Jim McAdam. Jim worked in agricultural and environmental research in the Government sector in Northern Ireland (with the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute – AFBI) and Queen’s University Belfast. He is now a consultant. RSVP ethel.white@live.co.uk (for hospitality numbers) |
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Date: Various dates between Friday 29 May and Friday 9 October 2026 Venue: Tropical Ravine Category: Free, Tropical RavineDrop in and watch how artist Kerrie Hanna works with plant offcuts to create stained glass art. |
1 event,The potato is a crop of enormous global significance Through its widespread cultivation and consumption, the crop contributes to key objectives of the SDGs, such as achieving zero hunger, promoting sustainable agriculture and advancing economic opportunities. Potatoes are not just a staple in the diets of many people but also provide key opportunities for employment […] |
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