Health creation in Northern Ireland builds upon a rich tradition of community voluntary action and cross-community solidarity.

Community connection in Northern Ireland

Key focus areas in Northern Ireland

  • Community-Led Health Development: Supporting neighbourhood health champions and voluntary associations.
  • Mental Wellbeing & Trauma-Informed Care: Embedding holistic wellbeing support into place-based settings.
  • Cross-Sector Collaboration: Aligning health and social care trusts with local district councils and sports/arts networks.

Collaborate with us: Reach out to share Northern Irish case studies or join our policy working groups via our contact page.

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