Women Breaking Barriers NI

11/06/2026

Every goal starts with one step!

This September & October we'll be running our GOALS Programme at the fantastic Shankill Women’s Centre , supporting women to grow confidence, build resilience, and explore new opportunities in work, education, and training.

This welcoming and supportive 4-week programme is for women in Northern Ireland who are currently economically inactive and ready to take the next step.

Join us this September!

To register and check eligibility, fill out our Register Interest Form by scanning the QR code or via the link in bio.

Funded by UK Government in partnership with Women's Resource and Development Agency Reclaim the Agenda Northern Ireland Rural Women's NetworkWomen's Support Network

08/06/2026

Heads up, there’s one space left on this fantastic FREE course for women in Cookstown!

Call Leon ASAP to grab your spot or check eligibility on 07546 385796.

Act fast and get started this coming Wednesday. This could be the sign you’ve been waiting for to do something for YOU!

If you’re new to our programmes, register first here: https://bit.ly/WBBNI_Register

Women's Resource and Development Agency Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network Women's Resource and Development Agency Reclaim the Agenda UK Government

Rural women of Mid Ulster, this is your reminder!

Thinking about self employment or starting something new? ‘Rural to Revenue’ is a FREE 5 week programme designed to help rural women build confidence, learn business skills, and explore new opportunities.

Starting Wednesday 3 June at NIRWN, Cookstown.

Topics include:
• Branding & Marketing
• Smartphone Photography for Business
• Enterprise Support & Guidance

Eligibility applies. Participants must be economically inactive.

To book your place or check eligibility, contact Leon on 07546 385796.
If you're new to our programmes scan the QR code or use the link in our bio to get registered first 🎉

Spaces are limited, don’t miss out!

04/06/2026

Today we’re highlighting a brilliant opportunity from NIFRS Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service for any women who may be curious about a future in firefighting, or know someone who might be.

NIFRS are hosting free Women’s Come & Try Events over the next two weekends, giving women the chance to explore what a career in firefighting could look like, try practical activities and hear from women already working in the role.

A brilliant opportunity to ask questions, challenge misconceptions and get a real feel for the role in a supportive environment.

For more information, head to www.nifrs.org or search Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service on Eventbrite to view upcoming sessions and book your free tickets.

Tickets are free, but spaces are limited.
Go on, fan that flame of curiosity! 🔥







WBBNI is funded by the UK Government, with partners:
Women's Resource and Development Agency
Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network
Women's Support Network
Reclaim the Agenda

03/06/2026

A little snapshot of some of the amazing courses and activities we’ve completed over the past year through Women Breaking Barriers NI.

If you are a woman based in Northern Ireland, and currently not in work, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested in opportunities like these? Register your interest via the link in our bio or on our website, and one of our team will be in touch to let you know what support is available in your area.

Women's Resource and Development Agency Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network Reclaim the Agenda UK Government Women's Support Network

27/05/2026

Rural women of Mid Ulster, this is your reminder! Starts Next Wednesday!

Thinking about self employment or starting something new? ‘Rural to Revenue’ is a FREE 5 week programme designed to help rural women build confidence, learn business skills, and explore new opportunities.

Starting Wednesday 3 June at NIRWN, Cookstown.

Topics include:
• Branding & Marketing
• Smartphone Photography for Business
• Enterprise Support & Guidance

Eligibility applies. Participants must be economically inactive.

To book your place or check eligibility, contact Leon on 07546 385796.
If you're new to our programmes scan the QR code or use THIS L link https://bit.ly/WBBNI_Register to get registered first and someone from our lovely team will be in touch stat 🎉

Spaces are limited, don’t miss out!
Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network Women's Resource and Development Agency Reclaim the Agenda UK Government

27/05/2026

Rural women of Mid Ulster, this is your reminder!

Thinking about self employment or starting something new? ‘Rural to Revenue’ is a FREE 5 week programme designed to help rural women build confidence, learn business skills, and explore new opportunities.

Starting Wednesday 3 June at NIRWN, Cookstown.

Topics include:
• Branding & Marketing
• Smartphone Photography for Business
• Enterprise Support & Guidance

Eligibility applies. Participants must be economically inactive.

To book your place or check eligibility, contact Leon on 07546 385796.
If you're new to our programmes scan the QR code or use the link in our bio to get registered first 🎉

Spaces are limited, don’t miss out!

18/05/2026

To our rural

Ready to explore self employment and turn your ideas into income?

Rural to Revenue is a free 5 week programme supporting rural women in Mid Ulster who are considering self employment as a new career path. Through practical workshops, hands on learning, and expert guidance, you will build confidence, develop business skills, and discover new opportunities.

📍 NIRWN, 20 Sandholes Rd, Cookstown Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network
📅 Wednesdays 2026: 3, 10, 17 & 24 June | 1 July

Topics include:
• Branding & Marketing
• Smartphone Photography for Business
• Local Enterprise Centre Information Session

Eligibility applies. Women must be economically inactive to take part.

To book your place or check eligibility, contact Leon on 07546 385796.

Spaces are limited, secure your spot today.!

06/05/2026

We know the voluntary & community sector in Northern Ireland has taken hit after hit recently, but there are still absolutely brilliant organisations doing meaningful work and hiring for genuinely impactful roles.

So we’re making it our business to share opportunities we come across in the sector that people might want to know about!

This week’s roles are both from Forward South Partnership Forward South Partnership via CommunityNi:

• Roma Support Hub Coordinator
Belfast | 35 hrs pw | £35k FTE (pro rata) | Community outreach & support role

• Head of Operations, Governance & Finance
Belfast | Full-time | approx. £44k+ | Senior leadership, governance & finance role

Head to CommunityNI.org for the full job specs, closing dates, and application details.






Northern Ireland Rural Women's Network Reclaim the Agenda Women's Resource and Development Agency UK Government

24/04/2026

A lovely, flexible role with a brilliant Northern Ireland women’s organisation, the Women’s Support Network, supporting meaningful work and making a real impact behind the scenes

What better way to treat yourself this weekend than changing your life for the better by going for it..

Here’s the full details:
https://www.communityni.org/job/finance-and-admin-officer-16

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Send it their way!

22/04/2026

Another day, another great opportunity!

Check out this one from the Women's Support Network

They’re hiring a Finance & Admin Officer to join their small but mighty team

🕒 Part-time (up to 22.5 hours, flexible)

This is a key role where you’ll be at the heart of keeping the organisation running, managing finances, supporting funding work, and helping everything tick along smoothly day to day

You’ll be working closely with the Director and playing a real part in supporting women’s sector work across NI

✔️ Manage payments, budgets, and financial records
✔️ Support funding bids and reporting
✔️ Keep admin and office systems running smoothly

If you’re organised, good with numbers, and want a role with real impact, this one’s worth a look

⏰ Closing date: Wednesday 29 April 2026 at 4pm

More info and how to apply:
https://www.communityni.org/job/finance-and-admin-officer-16