What is available in this LGBTQIA+ Awareness Training?

This will be an interactive workshop with the aim to provide the following as learning objectives:

• Increase understanding of The Rainbow Project, our services, and other services available to LGBTQIA+ people.
• Learn about identity and its importance, particularly in regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.
• Gain clarity on key language and terminology in regard to LGBTQIA+ people.
• Increase understanding of the health and wellbeing needs for LGBTQIA+ people in relation to experiences in the North West.
• Increase understanding on the key barriers that impact LGBTQIA+ people.
• Learn more about what LGBTQIA+ discrimination is, why it happens and what the impact is.
• Grow in ability to become stronger allies to LGBTQIA+ friends, family, colleagues or loved ones.

What is the North West Learning City Region?

Derry City and Strabane District Council successfully became a member of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) in July 2019 under the Learning City name of ‘Derry City and Strabane Region’, with the aim to promote lifelong learning for all, it has always been their goal to expand the status to the wider North West Region to include close partners in Donegal.

The North West Tertiary Education Cluster; Derry City and Strabane District Council; and Donegal County Council are relaunching the UNESCO Learning City Initiative with it being expanded to the North West Region to become the ‘North West Learning City Region’.

To celebrate this they are holding a Lifelong Learning Festival on 5th March, 2026 which includes LGBTQIA+ Awareness Training delivered by The Rainbow Project as the leading experts on LGBTQIA+ identities, issues and experiences in the North West.

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It involves a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes, as opposed to a grief support or counselling session.

The objective is to increase awareness around death, help encourage people to make the most of their lives and support individuals who are going through loss or have lost someone.

Why is it important?
Death, dying and bereavement are a part of life, but this is often a taboo subject and can be difficult to talk about.
Death Cafés offer connection, friendship, friendship, kinship. We know from our previous cafe’s that there are things that come up for LGBTQIA+ folks in a safe space around end of life care, complex grief, funerals, partners, family…we are here to share and to listen.

They are a great way to connect with new people who can understand what you’re thinking, feeling and going through. This allows you to validate your own experiences and remind you that you aren’t alone!

Do I need to have come to a Death Café before?

Not at all, everyone LGBTQIA+ is welcome to attend, regardless of your experiences with death, dying and bereavement. You might be curious about the topic, or just want a dedicated space to discuss it.

Who runs the event?

This event will be externally facilitated by Patricia Lübeck, Birth and Death Doula. It is hosted by the Cancer Champions, a partnership pilot project between The Rainbow Project and Macmillan Cancer Support.

The event will be in Belfast city centre, held in Paperxclips new venue, 162 North Street, from 6-8pm.

Note: This event is strictly for LGBTQIA+ (18+) attendees to ensure that it remains a safe space for service users. 

Catering will be available including refreshments and vegan pastries with gluten-free options.

Register for free below so we can contact you with any changes or updates to the event.

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The walk will take around an hour and should be relatively gentle however, it is important to take note of your own ability level. Unfortunately, we will not be able to facilitate lifts or taxis.

Note: places are limited, and it is a strictly 18+, LGBTQIA+ event.

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All welcome! You don’t have to be directly affected by cancer to come along, have a chat and find out more about what we do – it might even help you know more about your own screening options, or support a friend or family member.

Drop in over lunch & meet our Cancer Champions Team, along with other inclusive Cancer & LGBTQIA+ support organizations at The MAC to:

• Have some tea, coffee, & sweet treats with our friendly team
• Learn what LGBTQIA+ cancer support looks like
• Get advice & support
• Find out about screening
• Increase your awareness of services so you can better support friends & family

The venue will have multiple health information stalls, both from our staff and from other services.

About World Cancer Day

A global awareness day to raise awareness about cancer, promote early detection, prevention, and treatment, and advocate for improved services. The theme this year is ‘United by Unique’, focused on delivering cancer care that meets people’s individual needs.

Accessibility

The MAC is a fully accessible venue, and the event will be  clearly signposted on the ground floor. Speak to the reception staff on the ground floor if you need any additional assistance.

– Free event – 

-We ask you order your free ticket below for catering numbers –

-You are still more than welcome to drop-in on the day without a ticket – 

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