The Centre for Democracy and Peace’s Fellowship Programme is supported by Allstate NI, Camlin Group, FinTrU, Fujitsu NI, NIE Networks and Ulster Carpets. It also receives support from the Irish Department for Foreign Affairs, and the Irish American Partnership. The...
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How the corporate world is empowering new leaders in Northern Ireland
The Centre for Democracy and Peace’s Fellowship Programme is supported by Allstate NI, Camlin Group, FinTrU, Fujitsu NI, NIE Networks and Ulster Carpets. It also receives support from the Irish Department for Foreign Affairs, and the Irish American Partnership. The...
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
As we gather with loved ones to celebrate this festive season, let us take a moment to reflect on the world we share. We live in a world that can often feel divided, cruel, and unfair. Yet, kindness, compassion, and empathy are gifts we all can give this Christmas;...
Fellows reflect at midway point of Centre for Democracy and Peace’s Leadership Programme
The current Fellowship is the largest cohort to date—28 leaders representing a diverse range of sectors. These include MLAs and councillors from the world of politics, CEOs and directors from the business world, as well as participants from charities, health,...
Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, Daniel Greenberg CB, visits Northern Ireland to guide Centre for Democracy and Peace’s Fellows on Principles of Public Life
As the official responsible for upholding MPs’ conduct and propriety since January 2023, Greenberg’s engagement focused on fostering ethical leadership and exploring the critical role of trust in both public and private sectors. The Fellowship Programme, now in its...
Cultural Diplomacy and the Art of Soft Power seminar proudly hosted by CDPB
As part of Imagine! Belfast, CDPB proudly hosted the seminar Cultural Diplomacy and the Art of Soft Power on March 21st at Black Box theatre in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. We were thrilled to be joined by keynote speaker Evgeniya Ravtsova, International...
John Smith Trust Belarusian Fellows visit London
In March, the CDPB team were honoured to work with the John Smith Trust's Belarusian Fellows, facilitating a residential trip to London. The John Smith Trust offers individuals from Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia working in sustainability, governance,...
CDPB hosts first alumni event
CDPB was delighted to launch the first event for our alumni network on January 19 with conflict management consultant and mediator Dorcas Crawford. Dorcas offered valuable and practical insight on mastering difficult conversations drawing from her vast experience. It...