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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 8d

The Supreme Court’s judgment in October will be crucial, but - as the report explains - it may not be the end of the story.
🔗 Read the full report here: www.socialchangeinitiative.com/human-rights...

Human Rights and Equality in Northern Ireland: International enforcement of Article 2 of the Windsor Framework | Social Change Initiative

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 8d

Normally a Supreme Court ruling would be the end of the matter but as part of the Brexit arrangements there are international enforcement mechanisms that could have the final say on this issue.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 8d

In the UK Supreme Court in October the government is trying to overturn a judgment of the NI Court of Appeal which relied on this commitment to disapply elements of the controversial Legacy Act.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 8d

Last week we published a new report outlining attempts by the UK government to undo commitments it made to ensure that Brexit wouldn’t lead to any diminution in GFA rights and equality protections. To make the key points easier to follow, we’ve put together a short animation you can watch below. ▶️

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PPR @ppr-org.bsky.social · 8d

“Tackling economic insecurity and rebuilding community is the ticket back to a politics that builds on positivity.”

New polling from @hopenothate.org.uk highlights some progressive ways out of current anxieties and division across the UK 👇

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The State of HOPE

A new mega poll of 45,000 people shows what “people in the UK” are really thinking

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PPR @ppr-org.bsky.social · 14d

Incredible talent from our #KindEconomy chefs, catering an event earlier this week.

Imagine how much skill and talent we are missing out on in Belfast while people in the asylum system are banned for working 💛

Have you tried the Kind Economy cooking? 👀

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Martin O’Brien @mobrienbelfast.bsky.social · 12d

Great to see former @sci-belfast.bsky.social intern Allison Tate being included among this prestigious group of young leaders.

The Obama Foundation @obamafoundation.bsky.social · 16d

🚀 Meet the 4th class of Obama-Chesky Voyagers! 100 young leaders tackling big issues. Launched by @barackobama.bsky.social, Mrs. Obama, and Airbnb Co-Founder and CEO Brian Chesky, this scholarship fuels the next generation of public service leaders. 🌍 www.obama.org/programs/voy...

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 16d

The UK government appears to be trying to undo the commitment it made to ensure that Brexit would not lead to any diminution of Belfast-Good Friday Agreement rights.

The image shows the cover of the report titled 'Human Rights and Equality in Northern Ireland: International enforcement of Article 2 of the Windsor Framework - A guide for civil society and human rights organisations' dated August 2025. The right side of the image contains a quote in white text on a dark brown background stating: 'The Supreme Court decision will be very important, but even if the UK Government's arguments were to prevail in London, that would not necessarily be the end of the matter. There are international enforcement mechanisms available that could still hold the UK accountable for its commitments.'

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 17d

A new study by Inter Alia co-funded by Social Change Initiative explores how Greek society has split into five distinct "tribes" with very different takes on democracy, immigration and identity.
🔗 Read it now 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/hidden-tribes-mapping-social-perceptions-in-modern-greece

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Una Murphy @unamurphy.bsky.social · 22d

#NorthernIreland today. Important discussions on ‘Tackling Hate and Violence’
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Speakers in panel discussion ‘Hearing from people on the ground’.

Form on table with programme and feedback QR codes beside cup and saucer.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you to all our colleagues and partners who joined us – and a special thanks to the PPR Belfast Kind Economy for providing the catering.

Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 21d

With racist attacks on the rise across these places, we gathered practitioners, policy makers, funders, researchers and community leaders to share, learn from each other and consider solutions.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · 21d

Yesterday we welcomed over 80 guests from a diversity of sectors to our event 'Tackling Hate & Violent Extremism – What Works?', which brought together key voices in the fight against racism and violence in Britain, Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Image shows Joe Mulhall standing at a podium in a conference room, gesturing with one hand. On the screen is a bright yellow slide with the words “HOLD ON TO HOPE” and an illustration of a flower.

Image shows Katy Allen from Act Now presenting her slides while speaking to Padraic Quirk from SCI.

Image shows SCI's Director Martin O'Brien addressing the audience.

Edel McGinley from Hope and Courage Collective presents at a podium in a conference room, next to a projected yellow slide titled “Reflections.” The slide contains bullet points about long-term strategy, storytelling, and collective action.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Sep 8

Changing the government's approach isn't easy, but it's essential for lasting impact. Our partnership with Northern Ireland's government showcases how philanthropy can drive meaningful reform. Check out the lessons learned 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/making-chang...

How can philanthropy and government work together to transform public services?
visit: socialchangeinitiative.com/making-change-with-government-page

Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Sep 3

Discover stories of change from around the world - featuring community action, peacebuilding and advocacy in places like South Africa, Kosovo and beyond 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/Stories-of-Change

Graphic for Social Change Initiative’s “Stories of Change.” Text reads: “Insights from community action, peacebuilding and advocacy across the globe. socialchangeinitiative.com/stories-of-change.” On the right, there are black-and-white photos of six women featured on the page: Cristina Jiménez, Dolores Huerta, Avila Kilmurray, Edona Maloku and Zelda Holtzman.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 29

The Good Friday Agreement recognised that protecting the human rights of everyone is central to securing and maintaining the peace.

To prevent Brexit from undermining these protections, Article 2 of the Windsor Framework committed the UK to ensure no diminution of the Good Friday Agreement rights.

This image shows the cover of a report titled "Human Rights and Equality in Northern Ireland: Article 2 of the Windsor Framework Reaches the Courts: What's at Stake?" dated September 2024. At the bottom of the cover are logos for the collaborating organisations: Queen's University Belfast Human Rights Centre, Donia Human Rights Center and Social Change Initiative (SCI).

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 28

At SCI we work to secure progressive social change so that communities become fairer, more inclusive and peaceful. Find out more about what we do, visit 👉 lnkd.in/dSZ35nSU

We collaborate with activists, policy makers and funders to deliver lasting social change.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 20

SCI is committed to supporting the Black Activist Leadership Initiative as participants work to develop their leadership skills and advance social justice. To learn more about the programme, visit 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/sci-supports-black-activism

SCI Supports Black Activism | Social Change Initiative

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 20

Thank you to all our participants for joining us for this weekend and for their thoughtful contributions to the discussions. Through their engagement with the programme, they are contributing to efforts for a more inclusive society in Northern Ireland.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 20

Last weekend, we hosted members of our Black Activist Leadership Initiative for another Residential aimed at encouraging knowledge exchange and discussions on how to build collective power and create systemic change in the fight against racism and discrimination.

Videographer Carl Whinnery films Sipho Sibanda (wearing red) and Tolulope Agbede (in light blue striped shirt) in a conference room. Professional lighting equipment is set up in the background.

Videographer Carl Whinnery films Maureen Hamblin, who wears a vibrant traditional African dress with geometric patterns in red, yellow, and black. She stands confidently in front of the camera in the conference room.

Group photo of 12 Black Activist Leadership Initiative participants standing together in the conference room. The diverse group includes men and women of various ages, with some wearing traditional African clothing and others in casual attire.

Carl Whinnery films three participants seated at a round table with white tablecloth: Mandla Nkomagana (man in white shirt), Noma Tholo (woman in red floral top), and Rehab Mohamed (woman wearing hijab).

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 19

Led by SCI Fellow Eleni Takou, the research discusses what this means for political participation and social cohesion.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 19

A new study by Inter Alia co-funded by Social Change Initiative explores how Greek society has split into five distinct "tribes" with very different takes on democracy, immigration and identity.

🔗 Read it now 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/hidden-tribes-mapping-social-perceptions-in-modern-greece

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 14

From community mediation techniques to philanthropy's role in conflict transformation, these resources reflect real-world experience and proven strategies.

🔗 👉 socialchangeinitiative.com/resources-for-peacebuilding

Resources for Peacebuilding | Social Change Initiative

SCI is based in Northern Ireland and has a particularly deep understanding of its peace process and the ongoing work required to ensure that peace endures.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 14

Peacebuilding is one of the core pillars at SCI and we understand that building sustainable peace requires ongoing commitment and innovative approaches.

Our Resources for Peacebuilding page offers practical tools, research and insights from our work here in NI and our global partnerships.

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Social Change Initiative @sci-belfast.bsky.social · Aug 12

He has built grassroots movements, established training centres, pioneered innovative funding and harnessed the power of storytelling to empower and mobilise communities.

Click here to read it 👉 www.socialchangeinitiative.com/working-for-...

Working for Change in India | Social Change Initiative

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