Fermanagh Trust

Applications are now open to the Oisín McGrath Foundation, supporting young people across Fermanagh and the surrounding area to reach their sporting potential. fermanaghtrust.org/oisin-mcgrath-… 🗓️Closing date: Friday 27 March 2026

🎶Applications are now open for the Joan Trimble Bursary Awards. Supporting young people from Fermanagh to develop their talent in music, performance, creativity and Irish culture. fermanaghtrust.org/new-opportunit… Closing date for applications: Friday 27 March 2026.

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Episode 8 of PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks is now live 🎙️ 🎧  Dive into a powerful conversation with Siobhán Fitzpatrick, exploring the transformative impact of Shared Education in early years settings and how local initiatives are inspiring change far beyond the classroom 🌍

Episode 8 of PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks is now live! 🎙️ 🎧 Dive into a powerful conversation with Siobhán Fitzpatrick, exploring the transformative impact of Shared Education in early years settings and how local initiatives are inspiring change far beyond the classroom 🌍. Don’t miss this episode filled with insights on inclusion, respect, and peacebuilding – tune in now! 🔊 ➡️Spotify: ow.ly/FCHQ50X4ipT ➡️Amazon Music: ow.ly/UiPq50X4imq ➡️Apple Podcasts: ow.ly/kLzu50X4iil ➡️EA PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Website: ow.ly/7wMw50X4iR7 #PEACEPLUSASPIREsharededucation #PEACEPLUS #SharedEducation @seupb @earlyyearsorg @ncn4children @léargas @fermanaghtrust @education_ni @education_ire

Episode 8 of PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks is now live!🎙️ 🎧Dive into a powerful conversation with Siobhán Fitzpatrick, exploring the transformative impact of Shared Education in early years settings and how local initiatives are inspiring change far beyond the classroom 🌍. Don’t miss this episode filled with insights on inclusion, respect, and peacebuilding – tune in now! 🔊 ➡️Spotify: ow.ly/FCHQ50X4ipT ➡️Amazon Music: ow.ly/UiPq50X4imq ➡️Apple Podcasts: ow.ly/kLzu50X4iil ➡️EA PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Website: ow.ly/7wMw50X4iR7 #PEACEPLUSASPIREsharededucation #PEACEPLUS #SharedEducation @seupb @Ed_Authority @earlyyearsorg @Leargas @fermanaghtrust @education_ire @education_ni

🎙️ Episode 7 of PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks is now available! Join Professor Tony Gallagher as we delve into Shared Education, its impact on Northern Ireland, and how our schools and settings are building connections across communities. 🤝🎧 This is the first podcast of our second series, developed in collaboration with EATV. Tune in to hear insights on collaboration, community involvement, and the changing educational landscape. Spotify: ow.ly/FCHQ50X4ipT Amazon Music: ow.ly/UiPq50X4imq Apple Podcasts: ow.ly/kLzu50X4iil EA PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Website: ow.ly/7wMw50X4iR7 @seupb @earlyyearsorg @ncn4children @léargas @fermanaghtrust @education_ni @education_ire @tgeducation

📣 Our next consultation event on the draft Executive ELC Strategy takes place in Enniskillen on Wednesday 4 March. Have your say on the future of early learning and childcare in Northern Ireland! 👉 Register now: education-ni.gov.uk/consultations/…

PEACEPLUS ASPIRE recently held two sessions on ‘Leading a highly effective shared education partnership’ - one in Newry and one in Antrim. There were 71 attendees representing Early Years, Primary and Post Primary, North and South of Ireland. Read the full story: ow.ly/RqoJ50YmsTw #PEACEPLUSASPIREsharededucation #PEACEPLUS #SharedEducation @seupb @earlyyearsorg @ncn4children @ed_authority @léargas @fermanaghtrust @education_ni @education_ire

Exciting news 📢 Series 2 of PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks podcast is coming soon! 🎧🎙️ This series, created in partnership with EATV, explores inspiring stories from Shared Education, featuring educators, pupils, and coordinators who champion pupil voice, inclusion, and meaningful participation. Expect engaging interviews, real-life examples, and practical strategies for creating inclusive environments where every child and young person’s perspective is valued. 🤝👦👧 You can catch up on Series 1 podcasts now🎙️ ➡️Spotify: ow.ly/jO2R50XatCc ➡️Amazon Music: ow.ly/JjeC50XatCb ➡️Apple Podcasts: ow.ly/T7Ek50XatC8 ➡️PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Website: ow.ly/otrh50XFFay #PEACEPLUSASPIRESharedEducation #PEACEPLUS #SharedEducation @SEUPB @Ed_Authority @earlyyearsorg @Leargas @FermanaghTrust @Education_Ire @Education_NI

Tamzin credits her time on the Fermanagh Young Leaders Programme with helping build the confidence, negotiation and decision-making skills that secured her place. Wishing you all the best Tamzin for this incredible opportunity. 🔗Read more: fermanaghtrust.org/fermanagh-youn…

From Fermanagh to Berlin ✈️ We are absolutely thrilled for Tamzin Hall, a former participant of our Fermanagh Young Leaders Programme, who has been selected from over 1,300 applicants to represent the UK at the UK–Germany Youth Summit this March.

Published today GB Energy Local Power Plan, welcome new opportunities for community energy in N.I. Read more here tinyurl.com/4byzus74 @nicomenergy @JohnSocEnt @CommEnergyNI @DrumlinCoop @FermanaghTrust @Economy_NI @socentni @GBEgovuk

New opportunities for community energy in NI with the newly published GB Energy Local Power Plan. Read more here tinyurl.com/4byzus74 @JohnSocEnt @CommEnergyNI @DrumlinCoop @FermanaghTrust @Economy_NI @socentni @GBEgovuk

As administrators of the Fisher Foundation, Fermanagh Trust is honoured to help carry forward this legacy and we remember Bertie, Mark and Emma today, holding their family and friends in our thoughts on what remains a solemn and difficult day. fermanaghtrust.org/our-grants/the…

Which reflects Bertie and Mark’s passion for rallying and motor sport safety and Emma’s commitment to voluntary service overseas. Through the bursary awards, many individuals have been supported to pursue opportunities in their chosen fields.

Today we remember the Fisher family on the 25th anniversary of the tragic incident that claimed the lives of Bertie, Mark and Emma Fisher. Their legacy has continued through the work of the Fisher Foundation.

We’ll be at the @fermanaghomagh Council Funding Fair in Irvinestown later today, alongside over 30 exhibitors. Come along to find out more about our… 🔹 Grants: fermanaghtrust.org/our-grants/ 🔹 Training & support for community volunteers: fermanaghtrust.org/investing-in-c…

If you (or someone you know) are planning voluntary work overseas, this could help with travel and living costs. Be part of a long tradition of Fermanagh volunteers making a global impact. ⏰ Applications close 28th February. Find out more and apply here: fermanaghtrust.org/fisher-foundat…

🌍 Thinking about volunteering overseas? The Fisher Foundation is now open for applications. Last year, grants helped local volunteers make a real difference, including Olivia Maguire’s trip with African Impact’s Girl Impact Project.