Commission for Victims and Survivors (NI)

🚨 Important Update: Commissioner for Victims & Survivors, Joe McVey raises concern on how funding pressures could affect victims and survivors of the Troubles/conflict. Discover more in the full press release. 📢🔗 cvsni.pulse.ly/56vtvcqvnv

The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors attended Psalms of Protest, Pain and Hope, reflecting experiences of those affected by the Troubles. Space to listen, share and be heard matters.

Yesterday, Commission for Victims and Survivors staff attended trauma-informed training by @WAVETraumaCentre. Continuous learning is key in supporting victims and survivors. Thanks to @WAVETraumaCentre for their expertise. #CPD #TraumaInformed #VictimsAndSurvivors

Happy International Women’s Day 2026 to everyone advocating and supporting women in Northern Ireland. Your dedication builds stronger, fairer communities daily. #IWD2026

Commissioner for Victims and Survivors Joe McVey recently met with Ryan McGeown, the Board and volunteers of MUVE. From small beginnings, MUVE now provides vital, often life-changing support to victims and survivors and their families in rural communities. #Engagement

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Listen back to the Commissioner for victims and survivors Joe McVey on @bbcradioulster highlighting the importance of acknowledging all victims and survivors of the Troubles/conflict @bbcradioulster cvsni.org/news/commissio…

Commissioner for Victims and Survivors briefs the Committee for The Executive Office on legacy, victims needs, support services, and future priorities cvsni.org/news/commissio…

Commissioner meets Head of NICS to address key issues facing victims and survivors. cvsni.org/news/commissio…

The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors met with @PaulKohlerSW19, along with Baroness Suttie as part of ongoing engagement on matters affecting victims and survivors. Follow the link to read more cvsni.org/news/supportin…

This week, the Commission provided a residential for our Victims and Survivors Forum, creating a dedicated space for listening, learning and collaboration.  Follow the link to read more - cvsni.org/news/victims-a…

Last week the Commissioner for victims and survivors Joe McVey meet with @PhillipBrett21 to discuss the work of the commission and issues relevant to victims and survivors, and the value of ongoing engagement to support representation. cvsni.org/news/strengthe…

Commissioner for victims and survivors Joe McVey met with @PaulaBradshawMLA, Chair for the Northern Ireland Assembly – Committee for The Executive Office, to provide an update on victims and survivors issues. cvsni.org/news/commissio…

Today, the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 (Remedial) Order is being debated in the House of Commons. Ahead of this debate, the Commissioner for Victims and Survivors has written to the Secretary of State for NI - Read More - cvsni.org/.../keeping-vi…

As we reflect on the past year, the Commission for Victims & Survivors is pleased to share the engagement activity which has put the voices for victims and survivors at the centre of all we do. Follow the link for the full article: cvsni.org/news/2025-list…

Last week, Commissioner Joe McVey and CVS Staff met with our wonderful @NIYF Youth Panel where they shared their thoughts and views on legacy issues and legislative developments. Thank you for hosting us!

On Wednesday, @niveteranscomm Veterans Commissioner David Johnstone and Commissioner Joe McVey met to learn more about his work. Important to ensure that the NI Troubles Bill addresses the needs and aspirations of all victims and survivors, of which veterans are an important part

Great visit to Derry/Londonderry on Tuesday, where Commissioner Joe McVey met with @HolywellT 's Programme Manager, Sara Duddy. A welcome opportunity to learn about wider civic convos and the need to ensure that the needs and views of victims and survivors are a part of it.

What an incredible end to an amazing project with our @nivictimscom #Youth #Panel at the weekend in Co. Fermanagh. Young people celebrated🎉,reflected🤔, spent time evaluating📝and sharing their hopes for the future and hopefully having other opportunities to work alongside V&S Commissioner Joe McVey, CVS Staff and the V&S Forum. We are so proud of this work and the young people involved👏 Congratulations to everyone 🎉👏💛✨️🌟 #youthvoice #SpeakingTruthToPower @ChrisReynolds68

So proud of our Commission for Victims and Survivors #Youth #Panel who met with Victims Commissioner Joe McVey and CVS Staff this week to share their thoughts and views on legacy issues and legislative developments. An incredible evening of discussion and reflection and a safe space for young people to #SpeakTruthToPower. @ChrisReynolds68 @nivictimscom #youthvoice