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Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 27 August 2026

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Front cover of Belfast Area Outcomes Group Newsletter 27 August 2026 with Graphic promoting the CYPSP Back to School Edition of the Children and Young People's Resource Pack. The image includes the heading "Back to School", information explaining that the resource pack supports children, young people and families with the return to school, and a link to download the free resource pack. The Locality Planning Belfast and CYPSP logos appear at the top of the graphic.

Front cover of Belfast Area Outcomes Group Newsletter 27 August 2026 with Graphic promoting the CYPSP Back to School Edition of the Children and Young People’s Resource Pack. The image includes the heading “Back to School”, information explaining that the resource pack supports children, young people and families with the return to school, and a link to download the free resource pack. The Locality Planning Belfast and CYPSP logos appear at the top of the graphic.

Members of the Locality Planning Group Belfast are encouraged to explore a wide range of new opportunities, resources and events included in the latest update. Highlights include the launch of the new CYPSP Back to School Resource Pack, designed to help children and young people prepare confidently for the new school year, alongside updates from the Together for Families Programme and the Enhanced Family Support Service. 

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The update also features community programmes, training opportunities, funding calls, volunteering initiatives, wellbeing events and support services for children, young people, families and practitioners across Belfast. Topics include mental health awareness, ADHD support, inclusive play opportunities, creative programmes for young people and a range of employment and training opportunities.

Local organisations are encouraged to share relevant information and opportunities with their networks to ensure families and communities can benefit from the wide range of supports available.

For further information or to contribute to future updates, email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 13 August 2026

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Information update from Locality Planning Belfast dated 13/08/26 titled "Together for Families Update." The notice provides two updates:Enhanced Family Support Service: Information webinars about the Enhanced Family Support Service have now been completed. Recordings, presentation slides and FAQs are available online via the Health NI Together for Families webpage. Family Support Services List: A new Family Support Services List is being developed to provide information on services available across a range of family needs. Organisations wishing to receive updates about the Open List can register through the Together for Families distribution list by emailing togetherforfamilies@health-ni.gov.uk. The graphic includes CYPSP, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Together for Families, Department of Health and National Lottery Community Fund logos. A footer invites organisations to share information with Belfast Locality Planning Group members via LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.

Information update from Locality Planning Belfast dated 13/08/26 titled “Together for Families Update.” The notice provides two updates: Enhanced Family Support Service: Information webinars about the Enhanced Family Support Service have now been completed. Recordings, presentation slides and FAQs are available online via the Health NI Together for Families webpage. Family Support Services List: A new Family Support Services List is being developed to provide information on services available across a range of family needs. Organisations wishing to receive updates about the Open List can register through the Together for Families distribution list by emailing togetherforfamilies@health-ni.gov.uk. The graphic includes CYPSP, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Together for Families, Department of Health and National Lottery Community Fund logos. A footer invites organisations to share information with Belfast Locality Planning Group members via 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

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 30 July 2026

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Locality Planning Belfast information update dated 30/7/2026. The newsletter highlights upcoming Enhanced Family Support Service (EFSS) Information webinars under the Together for Families programme and explains that online information sessions are available for voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations interested in applying for funding to deliver enhanced family support services in Northern Ireland. A table lists five webinar sessions on 3, 6 and 7 August, with morning and afternoon times available. Key topics include the EFSS vision, context for change, eligibility, partnership working, grant timelines and questions and answers. Logos for CYPSP, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Together for Families, the Department of Health and The National Lottery Community Fund are displayed, along with a contact email for Locality Planning Belfast.

Locality Planning Belfast information update dated 30/7/2026. The newsletter highlights upcoming Enhanced Family Support Service (EFSS) Information webinars under the Together for Families programme and explains that online information sessions are available for voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations interested in applying for funding to deliver enhanced family support services in Northern Ireland. A table lists five webinar sessions on 3, 6 and 7 August, with morning and afternoon times available. Key topics include the EFSS vision, context for change, eligibility, partnership working, grant timelines and questions and answers. Logos for CYPSP, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Together for Families, the Department of Health and The National Lottery Community Fund are displayed, along with a contact email for Locality Planning Belfast.

 

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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

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 16 July 2026

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Locality Planning Belfast information update dated 16/07/26. The newsletter highlights the ‘Take A Stand NI’ campaign against teenage domestic abuse. Two promotional posters are shown, featuring the campaign logo, a raised hand image, QR codes linking to Instagram, and messages including ‘Stand Against Teenage Domestic Abuse’ and ‘Together we can make a difference. Speak up. Take action.’ Contact email for Locality Planning Belfast: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Locality Planning Belfast information update dated 16/07/26. The newsletter highlights the ‘Take A Stand NI’ campaign against teenage domestic abuse. Two promotional posters are shown, featuring the campaign logo, a raised hand image, QR codes linking to Instagram, and messages including ‘Stand Against Teenage Domestic Abuse’ and ‘Together we can make a difference. Speak up. Take action.’ Contact email for Locality Planning Belfast: 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

Think Outside the Box Event – April 2026

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Think Outside the Box Event Strengthens Support for Children’s Emotional Wellbeing.

Cover page of the Supporting Children’s Emotional Health & Wellbeing – Think Outside the Box Event Scorecard. The design features a purple and light teal split background with the title “Supporting Children’s Emotional Health & Wellbeing” and “Think Outside the Box Event”. The cover notes that the scorecard is hosted by the Parent Participation Service and includes the logos of Children in Northern Ireland, CYPSP and Parentline NI.

Cover page of the Supporting Children’s Emotional Health & Wellbeing – Think Outside the Box Event Scorecard. The design features a purple and light teal split background with the title “Supporting Children’s Emotional Health & Wellbeing” and “Think Outside the Box Event”. The cover notes that the scorecard is hosted by the Parent Participation Service and includes the logos of Children in Northern Ireland, CYPSP and Parentline NI.

Parents, carers and professionals from across Northern Ireland came together for the Think Outside the Box event in April 2026, hosted by the Parent Participation Service, to explore new ways of supporting children’s emotional health and wellbeing. The event provided an opportunity to learn about a range of therapeutic approaches, connect with local services and share experiences in a supportive environment. 

The event attracted strong interest, with 100 registrations and a waiting list, highlighting the demand for information and support around children’s emotional wellbeing. Attendees took part in workshops on Equine Therapy, Lego Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy and Poetry Therapy, alongside networking opportunities and expert presentations.

Feedback showed a significant positive impact, with 98% of participants finding the event useful and 100% saying they would recommend it to others. Participants reported feeling more confident, better informed and more aware of local support services following the event.

The accompanying scorecard provides a detailed overview of the event, highlighting attendance, participant feedback and the positive outcomes achieved for parents, carers and professionals.

Read the full scorecard at: https://cypsp.hscni.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Think-Outside-The-Box-Event-Scorecard.pdf