Down and Ards & North Down Locality Planning Groups Fortnightly News – May 2026

Welcome to the Summer edition of the Fortnightly News; for Children, Young People’s services, and Families, across the Down and Ards & North Down Locality Planning Groups.

Newsletter cover titled “Fortnightly News” from the Ards & North Down and Down CYPSP Locality Planning Groups, May 2026 edition, with a short welcome message and the CYPSP logo on a blue geometric background.

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For more information on the Fortnightly News please contact; noelle.hollywood@setrust.hscni.net or mobile 07872422101

Issue 166 – Southern Area FYI – 14 May 2026

Welcome to Issue 166 of our newsletter, ‘FYI’ (For Your Information).

Cover image for “Southern Area Locality Planning Groups” by CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership). The design features a graphic of two hands holding a tablet displaying a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo. Text at the bottom reads “Issue 166, 14th May 2026.” The CYPSP logo appears at the top right. Colourful blocks on the right side contain icons representing email, phone, a globe, and a person, indicating communication and information sharing.

Cover image for “Southern Area Locality Planning Groups” by CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership). The design features a graphic of two hands holding a tablet displaying a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo. Text at the bottom reads “Issue 166, 14th May 2026.” The CYPSP logo appears at the top right. Colourful blocks on the right side contain icons representing email, phone, a globe, and a person, indicating communication and information sharing.

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This is the first of 3 special editions to promote upcoming summer activities for children and young people in the Southern Area. You will see a call for submissions on Page 4 and we are very keen to also take ideas for no / low cost activities that families can do over the summer months with their children.

It is Mental Health Awareness Week, so you will also find, in this edition, a wide range of resources, advice & support for your mental health and wellbeing. Please share this information widely with children, young people & families who might benefit from receiving it.

Locality Development Team, Southern Area

Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 | in-person Conference

Promotional graphic for “Infant Mental Health Conference 2026” with the theme “Attunement.” The design uses soft blue tones and rounded shapes. On the right side, a large photo shows an adult holding a baby face-to-face near a window with natural light.On the left side, text reads “Infant Mental Health Conference 2026” and “Attunement.” Below, a section highlights “Key Note Speaker: Sally Hogg,” with a small headshot image beside the name. A paragraph explains that Sally Hogg is the Founding Director of Start Strong and has experience in government, academia, and charities focused on early childhood and parent-infant relationships.
Event details are displayed with icons: “Tuesday 9th June 2026,” “11am–2pm,” and “Manor House Hotel, Enniskillen.” A circular button graphic says “Register Now,” and a note states “Booking Essential.” The bottom right corner includes the logo for Western Health and Social Care Trust (HSC).

Promotional graphic for “Infant Mental Health Conference 2026” with the theme “Attunement.” The design uses soft blue tones and rounded shapes. On the right side, a large photo shows an adult holding a baby face-to-face near a window with natural light. On the left side, text reads “Infant Mental Health Conference 2026” and “Attunement.” Below, a section highlights “Key Note Speaker: Sally Hogg,” with a small headshot image beside the name. A paragraph explains that Sally Hogg is the Founding Director of Start Strong and has experience in government, academia, and charities focused on early childhood and parent-infant relationships. Event details are displayed with icons: “Tuesday 9th June 2026,” “11am–2pm,” and “Manor House Hotel, Enniskillen.” A circular button graphic says “Register Now,” and a note states “Booking Essential.” The bottom right corner includes the logo for Western Health and Social Care Trust (HSC).

The Health Improvement Equality and Involvement Department are pleased to invite practitioners from all sectors working to support families a conference in recognition of Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 2026. This conference aims to raise awareness of this years theme, Attunement, and to explore its importance in supporting infant mental health.

Event details:
Date: Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Stalls Available: 10am-11am
Conference Time: 11am– 2pm
Location: Manor House Hotel, Enniskillen.

Lunch provided.

Please share widely

Booking is essential as places are limited. To reserve your place, please use the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/infant-mental-health-awareness-week-conference-tickets-1988471359364?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you would like to express an interest in hosting an information stand please email:

Priscilla.Magee@westerntrust.hscni.net

The King’s Trust Newsletter – May 2026

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The King’s Trust have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business.

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Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 7th May 2026

A digital poster with a coral background titled “Locality Planning Belfast – Information Update 23/04/26,” featuring logos for CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) on the left and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust on the right.The main heading reads “May is Women’s Health Month,” with supporting text explaining that eating well is important for women at all life stages and promoting free YouTube videos on topics such as forming healthy habits, planning for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and managing menopause.
In the centre, an illustration of an open laptop displays a YouTube channel called “Public Health Dietitians,” showing video thumbnails including “Planning your pregnancy,” “Eating Well during Pregnancy,” “Eating Well for Breastfeeding,” and “Making Menopause Manageable.”
To the right of the laptop, a yellow hand holds a smartphone displaying a QR code with text inviting viewers to find out more about nutrition and women’s health and watch on YouTube.
An “Eating Well” heart-shaped graphic appears near the top right.
A footer banner invites Locality Planning Group members in Belfast to share information via email, displaying the address “LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.”

A digital poster with a coral background titled “Locality Planning Belfast – Information Update 23/04/26,” featuring logos for CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) on the left and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust on the right. The main heading reads “May is Women’s Health Month,” with supporting text explaining that eating well is important for women at all life stages and promoting free YouTube videos on topics such as forming healthy habits, planning for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and managing menopause. In the centre, an illustration of an open laptop displays a YouTube channel called “Public Health Dietitians,” showing video thumbnails including “Planning your pregnancy,” “Eating Well during Pregnancy,” “Eating Well for Breastfeeding,” and “Making Menopause Manageable.” To the right of the laptop, a yellow hand holds a smartphone displaying a QR code with text inviting viewers to find out more about nutrition and women’s health and watch on YouTube. An “Eating Well” heart-shaped graphic appears near the top right. A footer banner invites Locality Planning Group members in Belfast to share information via email, displaying the address “LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.”

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If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net