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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Gateway to Choices

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Gateway to Choices

G2C offers free, impartial information, advice and guidance to anyone over 18 who lives in Belfast.

We help people progress into work, education or training, offering confidence-building and one-to-one support through local partnership programmes.

30/03/2026

Unfortunately, our Gateway to Choices funding has come to an end, and the service will close on the 31st of March.

Whilst this is disappointing, we would like to thank you all for being participants in the service and encourage you to continue to seek out information, advice, and guidance support as needed.

Below is a list of key contacts across the city that you can contact should you need further help or assistance.

Belfast Works Connect –
www.belfastworksconnect.com

Bryson –
www.brysonpathways.org

BMET –
www.belfastmet.ac.uk

Careers Service NI –
www.skills.economy-ni.gov.uk/AskCareers/AskCareersForm

USEL –
www.usel.co.uk

Belfast City Council –
www.belfastcity.gov.uk/home

Stepping Stones –
www.steppingstonesni.com

Workforce –
www.workforceonline.org

People 1st –
www.people-1st.co.uk

Springvale Learning –
www.springvalelearning.com

JBO –
Contact your work coach in your local JBO via your online journal

13/02/2026

Please see some upcoming events delivered by The Mind Tribe UK there is no booking required, but you will need to email [email protected] to receive the zoom link.

31/01/2026

IT Workshops

G2C are running a short series of friendly, practical IT workshops to support digital skills for everyday life and employment.

📍 GEMS NI, 34 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast
✅ You’re welcome to sign up for one or all workshops.
📧 Email [email protected] for more information.

To register, please follow the link:
https://form.jotform.com/260282249823358

22/01/2026

Yesterday, organisations from across Northern Ireland came together to highlight the very real challenges facing the community and voluntary sector - particularly those delivering life-changing support to people furthest from the labour market.
Decisions taken at a national level have serious local consequences. Cuts to Shared Prosperity funding place vital services in an uncertain position, affecting more than 65 organisations, putting over 400 skilled jobs at risk, and impacting the thousands of people these programmes were created to support.

Despite the cold, colleagues stood together to ensure these voices were heard. The message was clear: communities need solutions that reflect realities on the ground.

We are proud to stand alongside our partners and will continue to speak up for sustainable funding, secure services, and the people who rely on them - because Northern Ireland can’t wait.

24/12/2025

We’d like to wish everyone a peaceful Christmas. We look forward to continuing our work together and supporting positive choices in the year ahead.🎄

19/12/2025

✨ New Year, New You. New Ideas.

Kick-start 2026 with fresh thinking and creative confidence at Go Succeed NI Business Support - Idea Generation Masterclass.

📅 13 January
📍 North City Business Centre
⏰ 6–8pm

Perfect for anyone ready to spark new ideas, unlock creativity and move their business forward.

👉 For more information please follow this link:
https://www.glistrr.com/events/e/new-year-new-you-idea-generation-masterclass-3586-851

03/12/2025

SUDANIA BAZAR – Fundraising Event for Sudan ✨

We’re delighted to share this local fundraising event supporting Sudan. Expect a vibrant mix of clothes & textiles, handmade crafts, make-up & accessories, and delicious authentic Sudanese food.

📅 Saturday 06.12.2025
🕒 12noon – 5pm
📍 GEMS, 34 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast, BT2 7DB

Everyone welcome!

28/11/2025

Exciting Training Opportunities!
Gateway to Choices in partnership with Belfast Met are offering a series of empowering workshops to boost confidence, build skills, and help you move forward.

Join us at Gems NI, 34 Shaftesbury Square, Belfast for:
✨ Confidence Classes
✨ CV & Interview Skills
✨ AI for Work (Job Search)

Free, friendly and focused on helping you grow!

Spaces are limited — use the link to reserve your spot. You’re welcome to sign up for as many courses as you like.
https://form.jotform.com/253233957916062

20/11/2025

Want to practice your English in a relaxed, friendly space?
Join our informal conversation class every Monday, 10am–12pm.

You’ll also get helpful information about local training opportunities.

Everyone’s welcome - and children can come along too! 👋

17/11/2025

Join Gateway to Choices for a recruitment event with Staffline
Hiring on the day – EVRI, Belfast Trust & more!
🗓 Thursday 20 November
🕐 10am–noon
📍 The Wolfhill Centre, 148 Ligoniel Rd, Belfast BT14 8DT
✅ CV & application support available

04/11/2025

Join us for a recruitment event with Staffline!
Hiring on the day - EVRI, Belfast Trust & more.
🗓 Thursday 13 November | 🕐 1–3.30pm
📍 Foodstock, 150F Andersonstown Rd
✅ Support available with CVs & applications

30/10/2025

Paws-itively ready for change? 🐾

Gateway to Choices helps Belfast take the leap into new career opportunities - with free support every step of the way!

Happy Halloween from the G2C team 🎃👻

Address

34 Shaftesbury Square
Belfast
BT27DB

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+448000590509

Website

http://belfastcity.gov.uk/gatewaytochoices

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