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Become a CYPSP Member

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Help share a better future for Children and Young People

 

The Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership (CYPSP) is seeking new partners to help improve outcomes for children, young people and families across Northern Ireland. As Northern Ireland’s strategic multi-agency partnership for Children’s Services Planning, CYPSP brings together leaders from Statutory Agencies, Health and Social Care, Education, Local Government and the Voluntary and Community Sectors to drive collaboration, influence priorities and deliver meaningful change.

Becoming a CYPSP Partner offers a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise, influence strategic decision-making, strengthen cross-sector relationships, and champion the voices of children, young people and families. CYPSP is looking for senior leaders who are committed to partnership working, collective leadership and improving outcomes through collaboration.

If you believe that better outcomes are achieved when organisations work together, we encourage you to find out more about becoming a CYPSP Partner. Partners are normally appointed for a three-year term and play an important role in shaping the future of Children’s Services Planning across Northern Ireland.

If you are interested in applying, please complete and return the application form by 5.00 pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026 to info@ci-ni.org.uk.

 

Further information

📄 Recruitment Flyer

📄 New member Information Pack

📄 Member application: Essential Criteria

📧 For more information or to express an interest in becoming a CYPSP partner, contact: cypsp@hscni.net

Colin Neuro Café – Thursday 24 September 2026

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Join us for an information and support event for parents and carers of children with Autism and ADHD and those awaiting assessment.

The event will include;

  • Information stalls with representatives from statutory and community organisations
  • Interactive workshops for parents/ carers will be available on a first come, first served basis
  • Light refreshments 
Poster promoting “Colin Neuro Café,” an information and support event for parents and carers of children with Autism and ADHD or those awaiting assessment. Includes illustrations of families and lists event features such as information stalls, workshops and light refreshments. Takes place Thursday 24 September 2026, 10am–12 noon, at Brook Leisure Centre, Dunmurry. Contact details are provided at the bottom.

Poster promoting “Colin Neuro Café,” an information and support event for parents and carers of children with Autism and ADHD or those awaiting assessment. Includes illustrations of families and lists event features such as information stalls, workshops and light refreshments. Takes place Thursday 24 September 2026, 10am–12 noon, at Brook Leisure Centre, Dunmurry. Contact details are provided at the bottom.

Lunch box inspiration for September

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Promotional flyer titled “Healthy lunch boxes for kids.” The poster highlights the benefits of healthy lunches for growing children and promotes a YouTube resource from Public Health Dietitians NI. It features a lunchbox with sandwiches, school stationery, a water bottle, a QR code labelled “Scan Me,” and information on healthy lunch box steps, helpful hacks, and two weeks of lunch box ideas.Our Children’s Dietitian Jenny Panek says, “As children head back to school this September and we all get into new routines, now is the perfect time to refresh lunchbox routines and support healthy eating habits.

Our NEW Healthy Lunch Box Videos have you covered- packed with simple tips to help create balanced, nutritious lunches that keep children fuelled throughout the school day.

And don’t forget our popular ‘Children’s Snacks’ series.”

📺 Watch the videos on the Public Health Dietitians ‘Eating Well’ YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AYnalVYTCXNoKDh9anjQ9P2&si=ihbsMCGcUqmgAihH

And if you have teenagers, check out this playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AZldZtyoRRPIq5lF9RewHM_&si=z4Mm0IjHvTUiYQv-

Please share with parents, carers, friends and family to help support healthy eating this school year.

Wishing all families a happy, healthy and successful return to school!

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 9th September 2026

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CYPSP Belfast Locality Planning information update dated 09/09/26. The graphic features CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust logos at the top. A group photograph shows several people gathered indoors holding large gold number balloons forming “30” and a framed recognition certificate. Alongside the photograph, text congratulates Deirdre Walsh on reaching 30 years of service at Whiterock Children's Centre, recognising dedication to supporting children, families and the wider community in West Belfast. The message thanks Deirdre for contributions to the West Belfast Locality Planning Group and wishes enjoyment in celebrating this achievement. A contact email for sharing information with Belfast Locality Planning Group members appears at the bottom: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.

Download the latest version of the Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter

(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears)

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

Dungannon Area Schools Networking Event – 23 October 2026

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Promotional graphic for the Dungannon Area Schools Networking Event. Large white and yellow text on a black background announces: “Dungannon Area Schools Networking Event”. Event details include Friday 23rd October 2026, 2pm to 5pm, and Integrated College Dungannon, shown alongside calendar, clock and location icons. On the right, a tilted notepad-style photo frame contains an image of people gathered at information stalls in a school hall or gymnasium. Yellow accents and a soft yellow glow highlight the design.

Promotional graphic for the Dungannon Area Schools Networking Event. Large white and yellow text on a black background announces: “Dungannon Area Schools Networking Event”. Event details include Friday 23rd October 2026, 2pm to 5pm, and Integrated College Dungannon, shown alongside calendar, clock and location icons. On the right, a tilted notepad-style photo frame contains an image of people gathered at information stalls in a school hall or gymnasium. Yellow accents and a soft yellow glow highlight the design.

CYPSP invites school staff from across the Dungannon Area to attend an upcoming networking event focused on raising awareness of local support services for children, young people and families.

  • Friday 23rd October 2026
  • 2pm to 5pm
  • Integrated College Dungannon

Local services will be in attendance, hosting information stalls and sharing details of the supports available to schools, pupils and families in the area.

Primary & Post-Primary School Staff are welcome to drop in at any time across the afternoon and light refreshments will be provided. There will also be FREE Mini Health Checks available for ALL attendees. Just let us know how many from your school are coming by e-mailing: localityplanning@ci-ni.org.uk

If you are a Service Provider, register your information stall for FREE here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DZRSQD9

Download Information Flyer – https://cypsp.hscni.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Dungannon-Area-Schools-Networking-Event-2026-Flyer.pdf