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Stories of Northern Ireland peacebuilding #SharedFuture Shared Future News is an online publication dedicated to providing news, information, and personal stories on the topics of peacebuilding, reconciliation, and diversity. We publish to an audience interested in the history and politics of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We believe that it is important to spread the news of those working for a shared future in Northern Ireland.

  1. Northern Peacebuilders — David MITCHELL

    04/26/2024

    Northern Peacebuilders — David MITCHELL

    In this episode of Northern Peacebuilders, we meet David Mitchell, Assistant Professor in Reconciliation and Peace Studies at Trinity College Dublin at Belfast, discussing his personal interest in peacebuilding, academic research, challenges in peacebuilding in Northern Ireland and globally, and the relevance of peace education. David emphasises the need for continuous research and education in peace studies to support practitioners in the field.   This episode was produced from an interview by Dr David McCann, televised by community-based Northern Visions (NVTV) and which received funding from the Community Relations Council. We are grateful to David and both organisations. Northern Peacebuilders is presented by Allan Leonard and produced by Shared Future News, to highlight the work and efforts of those seeking to contribute to better community relations in Northern Ireland. This episode, with notes, is available at Shared Future News.

    30 min
  2. Northern Peacebuilders — Gerard DEANE

    03/19/2024

    Northern Peacebuilders — Gerard DEANE

    In this episode of Northern Peacebuilders, we meet Gerard Deane, who discusses his background in peacebuilding and community development, influenced by his father's work at Holywell Trust. He reflects on his university experience and the disconnect between theoretical peace studies and real-world conflict. Gerard emphasizes the importance of values-based practice, building relationships, and the need for systemic change. He acknowledges the challenges in engaging the public, particularly younger people, and the impact of a divided society on their identities and opportunities. Northern Peacebuilders is presented by Allan Leonard and produced by Shared Future News, to highlight the work and efforts of those seeking to contribute to better community relations in Northern Ireland. This episode, with notes, is also available at ⁠⁠Shared Future News⁠⁠.

    30 min
  3. Northern Peacebuilders — David ROBINSON

    03/16/2024

    Northern Peacebuilders — David ROBINSON

    In this episode of Northern Peacebuilders, we meet David Robinson, who discusses his journey into peacebuilding and community relations. He shares personal experiences from his childhood, involvement in Corrymeela, and later work at Belfast City Council, particularly in the Decade of Centenaries. David emphasises the importance of genuine reconciliation and building positive relationships to create a peaceful and safe society. Northern Peacebuilders is presented by Allan Leonard and produced by Shared Future News, to highlight the work and efforts of those seeking to contribute to better community relations in Northern Ireland. This episode, with notes, is also available at ⁠Shared Future News⁠.

    32 min
  4. Northern Peacebuilders — Michael DOHERTY

    03/01/2024

    Northern Peacebuilders — Michael DOHERTY

    In this episode of Northern Peacebuilders, we meet Michael Doherty, a practitioner of peacebuilding and mediation in Northern Ireland. Michael shares his personal journey, from working in a barbershop to becoming a community relations worker. He discusses the complexity of the conflict, his experiences as a mediator, and the challenges in achieving lasting peace. He emphasizes the need for trust, dialogue, and understanding between divided communities, and expresses concern about the incomplete reconciliation process and the potential for a return to violence. Northern Peacebuilders is presented by Allan Leonard and produced by Shared Future News, to highlight the work and efforts of those seeking to contribute to better community relations in Northern Ireland. This episode, with notes, is also available at Shared Future News.

    40 min
  5. Northern Peacebuilders — Dympna McGLADE

    02/20/2024

    Northern Peacebuilders — Dympna McGLADE

    In this episode of Northern Peacebuilders, we meet Dympna McGlade, a peacebuilder based in Northern Ireland, and learn about her journey into peacebuilding and her thoughts on the state of peacebuilding in society. Dympna discusses her personal background, her community development work in Belfast, the role of research in peacebuilding, the need for a new peace plan, and the importance of political will and community involvement in creating sustainable peace. Northern Peacebuilders is presented by Allan Leonard and produced by Shared Future News, to highlight the work and efforts of those seeking to contribute to better community relations in Northern Ireland.  This episode, with notes, is also available at Shared Future News.

    36 min
  6. WNIMTM — Nandi JOLA

    02/18/2022

    WNIMTM — Nandi JOLA

    In this episode of What Northern Ireland Means to me, we meet Nandi Jola, who is a poet, playwright, and cultural ambassador. What Northern Ireland Means to Me is presented by Julia Paul and produced by Shared Future News, to mark the centenary of Northern Ireland, with funding from the Heritage Fund on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office. This episode, with transcript, is also available at Shared Future News.

    5 min
  7. WNIMTM — John KYLE

    02/16/2022

    WNIMTM — John KYLE

    In this episode of What Northern Ireland Means to Me, we meet John Kyle from east Belfast, who is a GP and an elected representative of Belfast City Council. What Northern Ireland Means to Me is presented by Julia Paul and produced by Shared Future News, to mark the centenary of Northern Ireland, with funding from the Heritage Fund on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office. This episode, with transcript, is also available at Shared Future News.

    5 min
  8. WNIMTM — Charmain JONES

    02/10/2022

    WNIMTM — Charmain JONES

    In this episode of What Northern Ireland Means to Me, we meet Charmain Jones, who is a community relations professional, focussing on the development of rural communities. What Northern Ireland Means to Me is presented by Julia Paul and produced by Shared Future News, to mark the centenary of Northern Ireland, with funding from the Heritage Fund on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office. This episode, with transcript, is also available at Shared Future News.

    5 min
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Stories of Northern Ireland peacebuilding #SharedFuture Shared Future News is an online publication dedicated to providing news, information, and personal stories on the topics of peacebuilding, reconciliation, and diversity. We publish to an audience interested in the history and politics of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We believe that it is important to spread the news of those working for a shared future in Northern Ireland.

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    Shared Future News
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
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