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Southern Area ‘FYI’ Newsletter Feedback Survey 2026

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Promotional graphic for the CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) Newsletter Feedback Survey 2026. The design features a blurred background image of a hand holding a smartphone, with five white star outlines across the top suggesting a feedback or rating theme. The CYPSP logo appears in the top left corner. Large green and purple text reads “Newsletter Feedback Survey 2026.” A dark blue button-shaped graphic displays the text “REPORT CARD 26.5.” In the top right corner, a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo is framed by a large blue curved border. The colour scheme includes blue, green, purple, and white, with a clean, modern layout focused on gathering feedback about the FYI newsletter

Promotional graphic for the CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) Newsletter Feedback Survey 2026. The design features a blurred background image of a hand holding a smartphone, with five white star outlines across the top suggesting a feedback or rating theme. The CYPSP logo appears in the top left corner. Large green and purple text reads “Newsletter Feedback Survey 2026.” A dark blue button-shaped graphic displays the text “REPORT CARD 26.5.” In the top right corner, a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo is framed by a large blue curved border. The colour scheme includes blue, green, purple, and white, with a clean, modern layout focused on gathering feedback about the FYI newsletter

The Southern Area Locality Planning Team is delighted to share the findings from the ‘FYI’ Feedback Survey 2026, showcasing the continued impact of the ‘FYI’ newsletter as a trusted information-sharing, signposting and networking resource for practitioners, organisations and communities across the Southern Area.

Since its launch in 2019, ‘FYI’ has provided a one-stop-shop for promoting services, events, training opportunities, funding, resources and initiatives that support children, young people and families. The latest scorecard, covering the period April 2024 to March 2026, demonstrates that the newsletter continues to play an important role in strengthening partnership working and improving awareness of and access to local opportunities.

The report highlights a number of positive outcomes, including a 100% satisfaction rate, with every survey respondent agreeing that ‘FYI’ is a useful resource and that it has increased their awareness of what is happening across the Southern Area.

Feedback also shows that ‘FYI’ continues to have a tangible impact in practice. Over three-quarters of respondents said they had attended an event, participated in a programme or completed a survey after seeing it promoted through the newsletter, while other organisations reported increased attendance and enquiries after advertising their own activities in ‘FYI’.

Respondents praised the newsletter for its comprehensive signposting, up-to-date information, clear layout and ability to connect organisations with relevant services, training and networking opportunities. Many described it as an “excellent” resource, with comments including, “Look forward to it hitting my inbox” and “I couldn’t imagine my work life without it!”

The Southern Area Locality Planning Team would like to sincerely thank everyone who completed the survey and to all LPG members and organisations that continue to contribute content to ‘FYI’. Your ongoing support helps ensure the newsletter remains a valuable resource for sharing information, strengthening partnerships and improving outcomes for children, young people and families across the Southern Area.

To find out more about the findings, download the ‘FYI’ Feedback Survey 2026 Scorecard HERE.

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 

Feel Good Armagh Services Networking Event 2026

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Graphic of cover page of scorecard for a CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) event titled “Feel Good Armagh – Services Networking Event.” The design features a blue background with hexagonal shapes and four photographs showing networking activities, information stands, and people engaging at community service displays. Text reads “Thursday 14th May 2026.” The CYPSP logo appears in the top left, and “[Scorecard 26.4]” is shown at the bottom left.

Graphic of cover page of scorecard for a CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) event titled “Feel Good Armagh – Services Networking Event.” The design features a blue background with hexagonal shapes and four photographs showing networking activities, information stands, and people engaging at community service displays. Text reads “Thursday 14th May 2026.” The CYPSP logo appears in the top left, and “[Scorecard 26.4]” is shown at the bottom left.

Following feedback received at the Good Relations Conference hosted by ABC Council, Ark Housing and the Northern Ireland Housing Executive in October 2025, the Joining the Dots Services Networking Event was organised by the Feel Good Armagh Planning Group.

 

The event was not open to the public in 2026. Rather, it provided an opportunity for organisations supporting all ages across the Armagh Area to come together, increase awareness of available services, strengthen relationships, share information and explore opportunities for future partnership working.

 

The event was held at Armagh City Hotel on Thursday 14th May 2026 and brought together representatives from a wide range of statutory, community and voluntary organisations working across the local area.

 

Download the Event Scorecard – https://cypsp.hscni.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Feel-Good-Armagh-Services-Networking-Event-2026-Scorecard.pdf

All About YOUth Conference 2026

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Graphic of the front cover of a scorecard for the CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) “All about YOUth Conference.” The design features a dark blue background with bright pink, purple, yellow, and blue geometric shapes. A circular photograph on the left shows a large audience seated in a conference hall. On the right, large text reads “All about YOUth Conference.” Additional text states “Thursday 26th February 2026” and “Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon LPG Areas.” The CYPSP logo appears in the top-right corner, and “[Scorecard 26.3]” is displayed at the bottom.

Graphic of the front cover of a scorecard for the CYPSP (Children & Young People’s Strategic Partnership) “All about YOUth Conference.” The design features a dark blue background with bright pink, purple, yellow, and blue geometric shapes. A circular photograph on the left shows a large audience seated in a conference hall. On the right, large text reads “All about YOUth Conference.” Additional text states “Thursday 26th February 2026” and “Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon LPG Areas.” The CYPSP logo appears in the top-right corner, and “[Scorecard 26.3]” is displayed at the bottom.

Feedback from discussions held at LPG meetings has highlighted that those working with children and young people play an essential role in shaping the next generation and that it is imperative that children and young people have access to support networks that are strong, connected and responsive. It has also been recognised that youth providers (both paid-for and voluntary!) need to support their own health and wellbeing so that they are best placed to face challenges experienced by children and young people in areas such as mental health, digital wellbeing, inclusion and community safety.

 

The All About YOUth Conference aimed to provide an opportunity for youth workers, teachers, community representatives, volunteers and partner organisations to connect, learn and share best practice in supporting their health and well-being, as they continue to deliver invaluable services to children and young people on the ground.

 

The conference was held on Thursday 26th February 2026 at Craigavon Civic & Conference Centre, from 10am to 4pm, and was open to all those working or volunteering with children and young people in the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Area. Bringing together a wide range of local statutory, community and voluntary organisations, the event offered a unique day of learning, connection and inspiration, focusing on wellbeing, networking, sharing of experiences and celebrating good practice across the youth sector. Attendees also took part in collaborative sessions designed to build stronger partnerships and to ensure that services remain responsive, inclusive and aligned with the needs of children and young people living in the Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon Areas.

 

Download the Event Scorecard  – https://cypsp.hscni.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/All-About-Youth-Conference-2026-Scorecard.pdf 

Issue 168 – Southern Area FYI – 25 June 2026

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Welcome to Issue 168 of our newsletter, ‘FYI’ (For Your Information) – Our biggest issue on record EVER!!

Cover image for Southern Area Locality Planning Groups FYI newsletter, Issue 168, dated 25 June 2026. The CYPSP (Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership) logo appears at the top right. A tablet held by two hands displays a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo. The right side features a colourful grid with summer-themed icons including a sun, flip-flops, sunglasses and a beach ball in purple, green and blue. Text reads: “Southern Area Locality Planning Groups” and “Issue 168, 25th June 2026.”

Cover image for Southern Area Locality Planning Groups FYI newsletter, Issue 168, dated 25 June 2026. The CYPSP (Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership) logo appears at the top right. A tablet held by two hands displays a circular “FYI – For Your Information” logo. The right side features a colourful grid with summer-themed icons including a sun, flip-flops, sunglasses and a beach ball in purple, green and blue. Text reads: “Southern Area Locality Planning Groups” and “Issue 168, 25th June 2026.”

Download Issue 168

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

In this, our third special edition, you will find more information on summer activities taking place across the Southern Trust Area for children, young people and their families, starting on Page 3. Thank you to those who have submitted information on their summer schemes/activities over the past number of issues. We know how invaluable this is to families and to practitioners to be able to share!

Our next edition will be circulated on Thursday 23rd July, so please bear this in mind when sharing your flyers and information – See Page 133 for details of all July to December newsletter dates & deadlines.

We hope you enjoy your summer and get the chance to have a well-earned and much-deserved break!

Locality Development Team, Southern Area