Voices for Change
Voices for Change is a free 8-week community programme, delivered across the 7 District Electoral Areas of Fermanagh & Omagh District Council, that brings people together to explore healthy relationships, equality, inclusion, prejudice, identity, community safety and peacebuilding.
Choose Your Voice, Choose Your Change
Supporting healthier relationships, building safer communities, creating positive change together.
Voices for Change is a free 8-week community programme, delivered across the 7 District Electoral Areas of Fermanagh & Omagh District Council, that brings people together to explore healthy relationships, equality, inclusion, prejudice, identity, community safety and peacebuilding.
The programme creates opportunities for people from different backgrounds, cultures, traditions and experiences to learn together, share perspectives and develop practical skills that help build more inclusive, respectful and connected communities and increase confidence to challenge gender-based violence, racism, sectarianism and other bias.
This project is supported by PEACEPLUS a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)
About the Programme
Choose Your Voice, Choose Your Change
Voices for Change is designed to:
- Build confidence and communication skills
- Promote healthy, respectful relationships
- Increase understanding of identity, equality, diversity and inclusion
- Challenge harmful attitudes, prejudice and discrimination
- Strengthen community connections
- Develop active bystander skills
- Encourage positive leadership and community engagement
- Support safer and more inclusive communities for all
Participants gain practical tools, new perspectives and opportunities to build meaningful connections across communities.
The 8-Week Programme (2 hours per week)
Week 1: The Voices that Shape Us: Identity, Relationships and Belonging
Week 2: The Voices Around Us: Bias, Vulnerability and Intersectionality
Week 3: Whose Voice Gets Heard?: Gender-Based Violence, Misogyny and Hate Crime
Week 4: The Silenced Voices: Domestic Abuse
Week 5: The Voice of the Crowd: Workplace and Street Harassment
Week 6: Digital Voices: Online Abuse, Grooming and Extremism
Week 7: Finding My Voice: Offending Behaviour and Active Bystander Action
Week 8: Many Voices, One Change: Reflection, Evaluation and Sustaining Change
Flexible Delivery
Voices for Change can be delivered in a variety of ways:
For Organisations & Community Groups
We can tailor programme examples, discussion topics, case studies and activities to reflect the experiences and needs of specific groups and communities.
Individual Registration
People do not need to be part of an organisation to take part. Individuals are welcome to register independently and will be placed within suitable programme cohorts.
Tailored Community Engagement
Programmes may be adapted to reflect specific community interests while maintaining the programme’s core themes of:
- Healthy relationships
- Prevention of domestic abuse
- Equality and inclusion
- Respect for diversity
- Community cohesion
- Active citizenship
- Peacebuilding
Building Connections Across Communities
A central aim of Voices for Change is to create opportunities for meaningful engagement across community boundaries.
The programme actively encourages:
- Cross-community participation
- Cross-border learning and relationship building
- Engagement between people of different ages, backgrounds and identities
- Greater understanding of diverse experiences
- Shared conversations about the challenges communities face
- Collaborative approaches to creating positive change
By bringing people together in safe, respectful environments, Voices for Change helps strengthen relationships and build more connected communities.
Communities We Work With
Church Communities & Faith Groups
Helping churches and faith communities explore inclusion, belonging, respectful relationships and community leadership while creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue across traditions and backgrounds.
Suitable for: Churches, faith-based organisations, Women’s Institutes, men’s groups, fellowship groups, congregational leadership teams and community outreach projects.
Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility Groups
Supporting conversations around accessibility, barriers to participation, intersectionality, safety and inclusion.
Suitable for: Disability organisations, carers’ groups, advocacy organisations, inclusive community projects and support networks.
Teachers, Educators, Schools & Colleges
Providing practical learning around healthy relationships, equality, online safety, active citizenship and community leadership.
Suitable for: Teachers, school staff, sixth-form students, colleges, further education providers and university students.
Students & Youth Organisations
Interactive and engaging content designed to support young people in understanding identity, online influences, relationships, peer pressure and positive social action.
Suitable for: Youth groups, youth clubs, student societies and leadership programmes.
Ethnic Minority Communities & Travelling Communities
Creating safe spaces for discussion around identity, belonging, discrimination, inclusion and community engagement while celebrating diversity and lived experience.
Suitable for: Community associations, migrant support organisations, refugee groups and Traveller organisations.
Policing and Community Safety Partnerships (PCSPs)
Supporting local efforts to strengthen community safety, tackle harmful behaviours and promote active citizenship through education, prevention and community engagement.
Suitable for: PCSPs, local partnerships, community safety forums and neighbourhood initiatives.
Rural & Farming Communities
Addressing challenges that can affect rural communities including isolation, access to services, community participation and relationship wellbeing.
The programme recognises the strengths and unique experiences of rural life while helping participants build local support networks and connections.
Sports Clubs & Sporting Organisations
Helping coaches, volunteers, players, parents and governing bodies promote inclusive environments, healthy relationships, positive leadership and respect within sport.
Suitable for: Sports clubs, governing bodies, community recreation organisations and volunteer-led groups.
Meet the Facilitators
Tracey Kernaghan
Tracey is a Voices for Change Facilitator with extensive experience in youth work, community development, inclusion and wellbeing. She creates welcoming, creative learning environments where people feel safe to share their perspectives, explore new ideas and learn from one another. Her facilitation helps participants build confidence, strengthen communication and develop practical skills that support personal growth, stronger community connections and positive social change.
Jo Aungiers
Jo is a Voices for Change Facilitator and sports coach developer with a background in social policy research. Her work focuses on inclusion, supporting neurodivergent people, and creating greater opportunities for women and girls in sport. Drawing on experience in education, community engagement, equality, inclusion and prevention, she designs practical, interactive learning that encourages critical thinking, meaningful dialogue and shared reflection. Her facilitation helps participants turn new understanding into positive action within their organisations and wider communities.
Contact Us
Register Your Interest – Places are free but limited.
Tracey Kernaghan
tracey@fowomensaid.org
Tel: 07708 413957
Jo Aungiers
jo@fowomensaid.org
Tel: 07808 342493
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the programme be taking place?
We will be running a series of programmes between January and June 2027
How long is the programme?
The programme normally runs for 8 weeks with each session lasting for 2 hours
Do I need previous experience?
No. The programme is open to adults from all backgrounds and no previous knowledge or experience is required.
Is there a cost?
No. Voices for Change is fully funded by PEACEPLUS and is free to participants.
Can individuals apply?
Yes. Individuals can register independently and do not need to belong to a group or organisation.
Can the programme be delivered to our organisation?
Yes. We can work with organisations and community groups to tailor delivery to their audience.
Will I meet people from different backgrounds?
Yes. A core aim of the programme is to encourage learning and engagement across communities, cultures and identities.
What We Do
Supported by
This project is supported by PEACEPLUS a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).