Women in Media Belfast

19/06/2026

The NUJ’s George Viner Memorial Fund 2026-2027 - Bursaries for Black and minority ethnic student journalists is NOW OPEN.

This year's applications are now open and close on 31 July 2026.

The National Union of Journalists' George Viner Memorial Fund provides bursaries to Black and minority ethnic student journalists. It’s a great opportunity for those who are put-off taking a journalism course because of the cost.

Black and minority ethnic student journalists should apply before 31 July 2026.

14/04/2026

Women in Media meeting with the director of Alice Garrad Consulting in the U105 offices in City Quay’s Belfast about our messaging, and developing a case for support. Thanks to the Social Change Initiative for connecting us. Lots of food for thought.

05/04/2026

Well done all

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It comes as 30 women have been killed in Northern Ireland since 2020

25/03/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and many of our journalists and activists alike have been flying the flag for people suffering from this (currently incurable) chronic condition across Northern/the north of Ireland 👏🏼

1️⃣ , who spoke at our Women In Media Belfast's International Women's Day health panel about her experiences, got endometriosis onto the front page of the this week.

2️⃣ She also featured in 's write-up in the about her own endo experiences, alongside .from.mint.condition who featured in our women's health panel at Belfast City Hall as well.

3️⃣ & 4️⃣ Meanwhile, two reporters at - & - produced fantastic interviews with & about endo, and the need for dedicated specialists here in NI.

5️⃣ & 6️⃣ show our amazing panel (chaired by ) from our conference, who talked about endo, adenomyosis, Chron's and PMDD - as well as the medical misogny women and girls continue to face, particularly in NI. talked specifically about her PMDD experiences - and did you know that some studies show individuals with endo having a higher risk of developing PMDD?

& are already working on an upcoming article about PMDD which we will feature here soon!

Thank you to everyone who continues to highlight and educate the wider public on .

Women can change the world 🌎

If you would like to share your own endo/health experiences, or if we have missed out on any other media highlights, please let us know, and sign up for our online newsletter to keep updated on all of our future events and plans. The link is in our bio.

22/03/2026

Calls for a dedicated Women’s Health Strategy in Northern Ireland during Endometriosis Awareness Month

13/03/2026

speaks with some attendees & speakers at our recent event at Belfast City Hall 💜

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We are dedicated to amplifying and empowering women's voices in the media landscape across Northern Ireland 🎙️

09/03/2026

𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗰 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 - 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱

By donating, you’ll be directly supporting women and girls across Northern Ireland who need it most.

Your contribution can:

• support women parenting alone, including with bills, bunk beds, sports club fees, and children’s presents
• help with legal, admin, and other fees and costs, for marginalised women fleeing violence and different types of harms
• provide flowers, chocolates, cards, clothes, make up, and pamper packs, for bereaved women, care-experienced girls, and others, in need of a boost
• assist with the cost of training programmes and course materials for women and girls building their confidence, life skills, education and employability

If you’d like to learn more or get involved regularly, you can find out more here:
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09/03/2026

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08/03/2026

An incredible lineup with Women In Media Belfast for International Women’s Day 2026 ✨

Highlights included a powerful performance from 's Sufi whirling dancers and , accompanied by harpist alongside and , sharing perspectives on what Afghan and Iranian women want, and their own experiences.

A panel on Women and AI featured , and , discussing deepfakes, online safety and the future of technology.

Important conversations on women’s health were led by , .from.mint.condition and , highlighting advocacy and awareness around endometriosis, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and patient experiences.

Podium speakers , and the 's Anne Hailes also shared insights on leadership, technology, media and community.

A brilliant afternoon of storytelling, advocacy and connection with women shaping the narrative. 💜

08/03/2026

Celebrating the 5th annual International Women’s Day event by Women in Media Belfast at Belfast City Hall 💜💜

A huge thanks to all that attended our 'Women Shaping Narratives' event on Friday, as well as our wonderful speakers, performers and panellists, and of course our sponsors - , , & 🫶🏼

Not forgetting our fantastic photographers & content creators either! .in.media
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From AI & politics, to women’s health, and global perspectives from Afghan and Iranian women - this was another inspiring day that we truly loved, and for future conferences just like it, please stay up-to-date via our online newsletter (link in bio!)

A reminder of the power of storytelling, representation and women supporting women.

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