belfast
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Summer Solstice from the Brink!
A festival of culture, conversation and workshops centred on the climate crisis from 13th-22nd June
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People, Planet, Pastry
An event that brings together individuals to discuss climate change and sustainability over coffee and pastries, fostering community engagement and dialogue on environmental issues. Meet others interested in sustainability in your community, share local stories and ideas, and accelerate local climate action.
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Our Voices Matter – Youth & Politicians Forum
On Friday, 13th December, members of the “Join the Dots Together” Steering Group met with MLA Paula Bradshaw (Alliance Party) in her office on the Ormeau Road. It was a great opportunity to update Paula on our recent activities and discuss plans for the future. We shared the success of the “Our Voices Matter” schools…
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“Agriculture, Land Use and Climate Democracy” Conference
“Agriculture Land Use and Climate Democracy” Conference, organized by the Centre for Democracy and Peace in the MAC, Belfast, 14th October 2024 by Juanita Majury I was delighted to attend the “Agriculture Land Use and Climate Democracy” conference, organized by the Centre for Democracy and Peace, held on 14th October, 2024, at The MAC. It…
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A view from Louise Taylor
Northern Ireland has not always been good at accepting and embracing differences or acknowledging the brilliance in our collective variances. Yet it is in our variety that our greatest strength as a population lies, which is arguably in our resilience. As the renowned and well-respected theologian and spiritual advisor to the late Prince Philip, Professor…
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Good Relations Week provides the OpportUNITY to promote Peace, Justice, and Environmental Care
Northern Ireland’s Good Relations Week, celebrated alongside the International Day of Peace and the Season of Creation, featured a series of thought-provoking events organized by Corrymeela and “Join the Dots Together” with the presence of internationally renowned theologian and environmentalist Martin Palmer. These gatherings highlighted the interconnectedness of peace, justice and environmental stewardship, while encouraging…
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Five Year Anniversary of Fridays For Future NI
Fridays For Future was brought to Northern Ireland five years ago this week by Anna Kernahan, inspired by the global movement founded by Greta Thunberg. Since then, there have been weekly protests in Belfast and further afield all over the country to raise awareness of the climate crisis. Notable achievements include the 19th of September…
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Louise Taylor will participate in the “Faiths Together for Climate Justice and Peace” Conference
We are looking forward to hearing from Louise Taylor at the “Faiths Together for Climate Justice and Peace” Conference. Louise is the founder of “Love Lough Neagh” and is an Early Career Researcher and therapist committed to working with activists and academics to highlight the importance of mental health, wellness, and equity in the struggle for climate justice. She…
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Martin Palmer on Sunday Sequence 8th September
We are so excited about Martin Palmer’s visit to NI! It’s a real coup to have one of the pioneers of “Season of Creation” with us during the actual “Season” and for International Day of Peace as well. Get a taster of what to expect from this internationally renowned environmentalist this weekend (8th September) on…
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Good Relations Week 2024 – Seize the ‘OpportUNITY’
Join the Dots Together is delighted to be holding events during Good Relations Week, 16th-24th September. Good Relations Week 2024, from 16th to 22nd September, embraces ‘OpportUNITY’ – a call to action to create a brighter, inclusive future for all. ‘OpportUNITY’ is a collective moment for us all to UNITE and be architects of change…