Carrickfergus Community Forum

21/08/2026

🫵Are you 18+ and looking for a great volunteering opportunity? Why not join Carrickfergus Junior Gateway !! 💛

14/08/2026

13/08/2026

We are almost ready for Saturday’s launch of our new SEN Support Booklet - ‘Every Child Matters’ 💖

I know that events can be daunting and the unknown can add undue stress and anxiety, especially for those with additional needs.

The below gives a bit more information on what you can expect on the day - and if you have any other questions or queries please feel free to reach out!

There are limited tickets remaining which can be secured via the link below - completely free of charge.

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/every-child-matters-supporting-your-child-with-sen-tickets-1991476030416

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07/08/2026

07/08/2026

🕑Ending today at 2pm!!! ⚠️

A little reminder that our school uniform scheme is still running in YMCA Carrickfergus until the end of the week.

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

A pop up Vinted event!
Gillian Hall is going to trek in the Himalayas in November to raise money for 2 homeless charities Simon community NI and Crisis UK. No postage fees for buyers.

07/08/2026

💜 Could you volunteer just 2 hours, one morning a week?

Help support local parents and young children at our friendly Stay and Play sessions across
📍 Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey & Larne.

🧡 No experience needed — training and support provided.

👉 To register your interest or find out more, complete our short enquiry form:

https://forms.gle/X4ZYRJTQwzSYma1d8

07/08/2026

We want to hear about what has & has not worked in NI from people with lived experience of the justice system, victims & survivors of crime, community & voluntary orgs, people working on the front line, academics & members of the public.

For more info and how to respond visit: http://justice-ni.gov.uk/consultations/call-views-reducing-offending-and-reoffending-strategy

07/08/2026

📢 INFORMATION SHARING 📢

🌟 DASH – Direct Access Skills Hub 🌟

Are you a school leaver looking for the next step in your learning journey? provides a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where young people can develop skills, confidence and independence.

What they offer:
✅ Life skills and essential skills training
✅ Wellbeing and project-based learning
✅ Vocational pathways in IT, and Customer Service
🚌 FREE transport provided
🥣 Breakfast provided
🍽️ Lunch provided

If you're looking for a place where you can learn new skills, make friends and prepare for the future, DASH could be the perfect opportunity.

📧 To find out about upcoming open days or arrange a visit, email:
[email protected]

📱 Or register your interest using the QR code on the flyer.

Wired/Different CIC is sharing this opportunity to help connect our community with services available across Northern Ireland. Please contact Disability Action's DASH team directly for more information.

💜 Please like, comment and share to help this reach someone who may benefit.