Equality Commission for Northern Ireland

06/10/2026

A woman who works for the Department of Education has settled her sexual harassment case against her employer for £25,000.

The case was supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland and was settled without admission of liability.

Read more about the case:

While working in an open plan office, the woman witnessed a senior male colleague viewing images of women in various states of undress and provocative…

30/09/2026

This week we were pleased to meet with the Independent Monitoring Authority to discuss our respective work on equality issues.

Pictured are Helena Geach IMA, Catriona Sneddon ECNI, Edel Quinn ECNI, Colin Kennedy ECNI, Rhys Davis IMA, Geraldine McGahey ECNI, Luciana Ciubotariu IMA and Natalia Garlikowska IMA.

29/09/2026

In her latest blog, our Chief Commissioner Geraldine McGahey explains why equality and good relations should be at the heart of the new curriculum and highlights some of the changes we have recommended in our consultation response on the Northern Ireland Curriculum 2028.

Read the blog - https://equalityni.org/our-work/news/curriculum-reform-an-opportunity-to-advance-equality-and-good-relations

25/09/2026

Curriculum reform is an opportunity to help children and young people recognise racism, challenge prejudice and build respectful relationships.

Our latest blog explores key discussions from a recent Equality Commission event that are helping to inform the Commission's response to the consultation on the proposed Northern Ireland Curriculum 2028 Framework.

That question was at the heart of an event recently convened by the Equality Commission. We brought together representatives from government, education,…

24/09/2026

We were delighted to meet the pupils from St Patrick's College. A special thank you to Jeron for sharing his personal story with our Commissioners, and for the copies of "This is Me". It was wonderful to see young people speaking so confidently about equality and inclusion in their school and community.

24/09/2026

Earlier this week, Commissioners met with people from across Mid Ulster at The Junction in Dungannon.

The event, held in partnership with STEP, gave local people an opportunity to speak directly to Commissioners about the equality issues affecting them and their communities.

Thanks to everyone who joined us and contributed to such valuable conversations – and to STEP for working with us to bring so many local voices together.

23/09/2026

Last chance to apply for the Discrimination Advice Officer role at the Equality Commission!

In this role, you'll provide initial information and guidance to enquirers who believe they may have experienced discrimination in Northern Ireland.

⏰ Deadline: Friday 25 September 2026, 12 noon. CVs will not be accepted.

For more info and to apply, visit equalityni.org/jobs

21/09/2026

Our bullying and harassment training package provides attendees with a comprehensive knowledge of how to create a good, harmonious and inclusive working environment. Suitable for all employees to stay on the right side of the law and promote good practice.

Upcoming sessions include:
🔵Bullying and harassment - Tuesday 6 October - https://equalityni.org/training/training-courses/bullying-and-harassment-2

🟢Preventing sexual harassment - Wednesday 9 December - https://equalityni.org/training/training-courses/introduction-equality-02-12-2025-3

Book now to secure your place.

18/09/2026

One week left to apply!

We're looking for a Discrimination Advice Officer to join our team.
You will provide initial information and guidance to enquirers who believe they may have experienced discrimination in Northern Ireland.

⏰ Deadline: Friday 25 September 2026, 12 noon. CVs will not be accepted.
For more info and to apply - equalityni.org/jobs

15/09/2026

A press statement from the Equality Commission on the Equality Commission and the Conversion Practices (Criminalisation) Bill https://equalityni.org/our-work/news/equality-commission-and-the-conversion-practices-criminalisation-bill