Delivering positive change and empowering people have been at the forefront of the Inspire training team’s activities over the last few months.
Travelling all around Northern Ireland, our colleagues have been leading the Changemakers workshops, a volunteer- and service user-focused initiative aimed at developing communication skills, peer-to-peer support networks and leadership abilities.
Additional expert guidance was provided by public affairs consultant Brendan Mulgrew and Q Radio’s Amy McGuckin. Both shared their knowledge of local politics and social media, helping everyone feel more informed about how to engage with the world around them.
Every session was anchored by a focus on the power of effective advocacy, as well as the confidence that can be gained through co-production, group facilitation and knowledge of where power lies and how it can be utilised.
Participants showed immense dedication and that’s why we celebrated the end of the programme with a certificate ceremony for each participant at The MAC Belfast in June.
Changemakers represents Inspire’s ongoing commitment to amplifying the insights of the people we support and equipping them with the skills to help themselves and their communities.
To find out more about the project, have a watch of the video below.