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August 19, 2026We have now confirmed the schedule for our PHA funded Introduction to Motivational Interviewing workshops and our Advanced Motivational Interviewing with Mentoring Programme running between September and December 2026. Please click on the link below to see the dates available if you are interested in attending either training course: https://www.glennhinds.com/events/ The programme is open to practitioners across Northern Ireland who work with people affected by substance use, mental health and suicide prevention, or smoking cessation. The Introduction to Motivational Interviewing is a three day programme that provides participants with a practical foundation in using Motivational Interviewing to strengthen engagement, explore ambivalence and support positive behaviour change. For those who have already completed an Introduction to Motivational Interviewing programme, applications are also open for our Advanced Motivational Interviewing with Mentoring Programme. This includes two online classroom days followed by four individual mentoring sessions, providing participants with personalised feedback and support to further develop their MI practice. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at    Training@glennhinds.com [...] Read more...
August 19, 2026Join Extern on 6th September for World Suicide Prevention Day: Building Hope, Breaking Stigma. Together, we’ll remember those we’ve lost, raise awareness, and highlight the importance of hope, connection, and support. Date: 6th September 11am-2pm Location: The MAC £5 donation (includes a free lunch) The afternoon will include; Inspiring lived experience talks, Personal stories, An original play, Live music, and time to come together in a safe, supportive space. Whether you’ve been personally affected, work in mental health, or simply want to show your support, you’re warmly invited. Register now and join us as we build hope and break stigma. Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we bring hope. Book here: [...] Read more...
August 19, 2026Back to School Starts Here!  The countdown to a new school year is on! Whether you are getting ready for your very first day, moving up to a new school, packing lunches, preparing for exam results, or supporting a young person through a big transition, we have gathered together a range of resources to help make the journey a little easier. Packed with activities, wellbeing tips, practical advice and useful signposting, there is something for children, young people and families of all ages. Here’s to a year filled with confidence, curiosity, learning and lots of reasons to smile! Download your free copy at: https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/426/cyp-resource-pack/48924/cyp-resource-pack-august-2026-back-to-school.pdf (Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears). Resources and activities are free and in the public domain. [...] Read more...

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The Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership (CYPSP) brings together a range of agencies, including voluntary and community sector organisations, that aim to improve the lives of children and young people in Northern Ireland.

In the past, despite best efforts, everyone who worked with children and young people provided services separately which only created problems for children and young people, and their families and wasted resources. The CYPSP aims to plan and provide services for children and young people more efficiently by making joint decisions about the services needed, and funding these services together.

Importantly, the CYPSP emphasizes a rights-based approach to its work. This means planning services that uphold children’s rights and encouraging children, young people and their parents to participate in the process.