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Belfast Learning City @BelfastLearning

Belfast Learning City promotes lifelong learning as part of the Global Network of Learning Cities #learningcities #UNESCO

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Last year, 130 events & activities took place across the city for #BelfastLearningFestival 📚🎶⭐️ Can your organisation or group play a part in 2026? There are two ways to get involved including support from our small grant scheme. Find out more: belfastcity.gov.uk/community…
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That's a wrap...but learning never stops!💡 From circus tricks to curious kids, park walks with big ideas - Belfast Learning Festival brought the buzz 🐝Follow us to discover more learning and laughs all year round. 🫶 @publichealthni @belfastcc
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Learning took centre stage at the #BelfastLearningFestival - from tiny tots to adventurous adults, we juggled, balanced and belly laughed as we tried the art of circus!🎪 @circusful @publichealthni @belfastcc
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The #BelfastLearningFestival took us outdoors and into the wild where we discovered bugs, birds and the beauty of nature right on our doorstep.🐞 @publichealthni @belfastcc
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We tapped, we twirled, we tango'd! 🕺 This year's #BelfastLearningFestival proved it's never too late to learn something new. Lifelong learning took the dance floor and we loved every step 👠 @publichealthni
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Linen Quarter BID@LinenQuarterBID
14 Apr 2025
Our bespoke "Spinning Yarns" walking tour is back as part of the @belfastcc @BelfastLearning Festival 2025 This walking tour designed with @CToursBelfast highlights the historic Linen Quarter, looking back to its "Linenopolis" past with stops along our open air gallery at GVS
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Economy NI
@Economy_NI
8 Apr 2025
Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF is encouraging all A Level and Level 3 Extended Diploma students to consider applying for the 2025 All Ireland Scholarship Scheme. The value of each scholarship is £5,500 per annum for the duration of their undergraduate programme. For more details and to apply visit economy-ni.gov.uk/news/minis… #AllIrelandScholarships2025
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald with Taylor McGrath-McAllister, a second-year Natural Sciences student at Homerton College, University of Cambridge and second year student Elizabeth Poucher, who is studying Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast, both of whom are benefitting from a Scholarship. Minister is holding a graphic with the wording How does a Scholarship of £5,500 per year towards Uni sound?

ALT Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald with Taylor McGrath-McAllister, a second-year Natural Sciences student at Homerton College, University of Cambridge and second year student Elizabeth Poucher, who is studying Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast, both of whom are benefitting from a Scholarship. Minister is holding a graphic with the wording How does a Scholarship of £5,500 per year towards Uni sound?
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Belfast City Council
@belfastcc
2 Apr 2025
Deputy Lord Mayor @awmccormick2 welcomed @BelfastLearning partners to City Hall today to launch this year's #BelfastLearningFestival 📚 With a week to go until the festival begins, view the full programme of free events taking place across the city at: ow.ly/OrLy50Vtr3A
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The 2025 #BelfastLearningFestival Programme is LIVE! From workshops, talks and creative experiences, there's something for everyone - no matter your age or stage of learning. Create connections and learn something new by visiting belfastcity.gov.uk/.../Belfa…
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. @UIL is inviting all stakeholders in #adulteducation to contribute to shaping the Sixth Global Report on Adult Learning and Education through an open consultation that will take place between now and 30 March 2025. 📢Have your say: uil.unesco.org/en/articles/c…

UNESCO-UIL@UIL
3 Mar 2025
📢 Help shape the Sixth UNESCO Global Report on Adult Learning and Education #GRALE6! ✅ Share your insights on key themes ✅ Provide feedback on the concept note ✅ Suggest research areas and perspectives 📅 Deadline: 30 March 2025 🔗 tinyurl.com/5b6bhxkh
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Help shape a new South Belfast Green Map so those in the local community can learn about local green spaces and walking routes for health and wellbeing. #BelfastHealthyCity #BelfastLearningCity
Forward South Partnership@ForwardSouthPB
21 Feb 2025
We are holding a SB Green Map Workshop on Tues 25th Feb in @CrescentArts 10am-12Noon with @belfasthealthy Lunch & Refreshments Provided Come along & help shape a SB Green Map. If you would like to attend please confirm at emily.keenan@forwardsouth.org
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UNESCO-UIL@UIL
17 Feb 2025
📢 Join us for the first webinar in our new series 'Unlocking the Power of #LifelongLearning'! 🌍 Learning without limits: Empowering urban communities through non-formal learning spaces 🗓 19 Feb 2025 | ⏰ 13:00–14:00 CET | 📍 Zoom 🔗 Register now: tinyurl.com/3kadtzy5
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Education NI
@Education_NI
12 Feb 2025
Education Minister @paulgivan has officially launched the Outdoor Learning Project to enhance pupil experiences of outdoor learning. Read more - education-ni.gov.uk/news/edu…
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It's #WorldRadioDay and @QUBelfast and @radioacademy have joined forces to deliver an event for entry level/early career audio enthusiasts, to help build skills through training and networking with industry leaders. 📅Wednesday 19 March 2025 Tickets: radioacademy.org/training/
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Great to see our key partner @bfastmet offering accessible learning opportunities! If you're looking to boost your tech kills, this is the programme for you. Who's signing up? #lifelonglearning #breakingbarriers
e3 at Belfast Met@e3_belfastmet
12 Feb 2025
📈 Want to upskill and gain an accredited qualification? The Breaking Barriers Programme is your chance to learn IT skills with full funding. 👉 Apply today: belfastmet.ac.uk/course/p007… #BelfastMet #TechSkills #BreakingBarriers #UnlockPotential
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Keep Learning is one of the 5 steps to wellbeing!💟 This is your chance to support local learning activities in your community. Now's your chance to show your support and help us encourage access to lifelong learning across the city. 📚 #KeepLearning #Take5
Belfast City Council
@belfastcc
12 Feb 2025
Show your health & wellbeing some love this week💗 Help bring to life the 'Take 5 steps to wellbeing' by voting for projects you think can make a difference in south Belfast. 🗣️ It's your voice, your choice. Find out about other voting events at belfastcity.gov.uk/Participa…
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Creativity and learning go hand in hand. Great to see the launch of the new Creative Connections programme, encouraging schools to explore new creative connections 🎉 #LearningForWellbeing #BelfastLearningCity
Education NI
@Education_NI
7 Feb 2025
Education Minister @paulgivan and Ireland Education and Youth Minister Helen McEntee have invited primary, post primary and special schools to apply to take part in Creative Connections, a pilot creative partnership programme. Read more - education-ni.gov.uk/news/min…
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Libraries NI@LibrariesNI
27 Jan 2025
For those still without electricity, our libraries offer FREE Wi-Fi, warm spaces, and plenty of power outlets – perfect for working, studying, and staying connected. Find your nearest library tinyurl.com/LNIfindyourlibra… @nidirect @CommunitiesNI
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Happy #InternationalDayOfEducation from the Irish Network of Learning Cities!🎉We support UNESCO's campaign that AI technology must complement the human & social dimensions of learning, and will continue to ensure barriers to learning are removed for everyone, everywhere. #INLC
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🌟Got a Learning Event coming up in Belfast? 📚If it's happening between 9 - 13 April 2025, we'd love to feature it in our #BelfastLearningFestival! Whether it's workshop, talk or tour, help us shine a light on the learning opportunities across our city. belfastcity.gov.uk/belfast-l…
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