Welcome To Your Vote Week 2026
Join NI Youth Forum for a jam-packed week where you can use your voice and discover the impact your vote can make.
The theme of Welcome to Your Vote Week 2026 is “Why Voting Matters”.
To find out more about Welcome to Your Vote Week – click here.
Want to get involved with Welcome to Your Vote Week? Here’s what’s going on…
Welcome To Your Vote Week Event – “Why Voting Matters”
Join us on Friday 6th March 2026 at the Waterfoot Hotel, Derry/Londonderry for an enjoyable day of collaborating, learning, and exchanging ideas.
This event is for both young people and education staff, with sessions for each running simultaneously.
- Young people are invited to participate in activities, interactive workshops, and will also have the opportunity to share their views on democracy and voting.
- Teachers, educators and practitioners will be attending keynote speeches, networking sessions and have the space to share best practice and exploring democracy.
🗓 Friday 6th March 2026
⏰ 9:45am-2:30pm
📍 Waterfoot Hotel, Derry/Londonderry
This event is for young people aged 14+, to give them the opportunity to develop their knowledge, build confidence, learn about their democratic rights, and understand why their voice matters.
Lunch will be provided for all attendees, and NI Youth Forum can cover/reimburse travel costs, just let us know.
If you would like to attend, please RSVP by emailing verity.wenner@niyf.org.
🗳️ Youth Practitioner Training: An Introduction to Democratic Education
Do you work with young people and want to feel more confident discussing democracy, politics, and elections in an impartial way?
📅 Monday 9th March
⏰ 10:00am – 12:30pm
💻 Online via Teams
This session will explore democracy, political power, government structures, voting systems, and voting in practice — with practical tools you can use in your work.
🔗 Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/e/Ht686S2MQZ
International Women’s Day – “Why Voting Matters” Event
As part of Welcome to Your Vote Week, NI Youth Forum is hosting a special event exploring voting, representation, and the role young women play in democracy.
Join us on Monday 9th March 2026 at NI Youth Forum for an evening of connection, representation and knowledge on how women’s voices shape democracy. We will look at why her vote matters, and how we can drive change – featuring presentations from 50:50 NI and Women’s Spaces.
🗓 Monday 9th March 2026
⏰ 5pm–8pm
📍 NI Youth Forum
This event takes place during International Women’s Day and is open to all young people who want to learn more, have their say, and connect with others.
Food will be provided for all attendees, and NI Youth Forum can reimburse travel.
📩 RSVP by clicking here: https://forms.office.com/e/LXXMUt9iMJ
