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Date: Various dates in February and March 2026
Venue: Various venues
Category: Business, Free
These workshops are for people who may be considering self-employment.
Each session covers a different theme. They take place in a low-pressure environment that:
- prioritises trust
- wellbeing, and
- with social connection as the basis for taking part.
The sessions include the use of conversation-starter topics related to self-employment. There is a focus on creativity, storytelling, and aspiration-building as tools for developing confidence. They take place at various times and locations across the city and online. For more information, contact Katie Matthews-Furphy by emailing [email protected].
Workshops are free and you don't need to register. You can attend as many sessions as you like.
For online workshops, email [email protected] to receive the Zoom link.
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Title and details |
Workshop description |
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Business Beginnings: Tea and Talk Sessions Wednesday 18 February, 1pm to 2pm Online via Zoom Tuesday 3 March, 12.30pm to 2pm Disability Action, 189 Airport Road West |
Join for a relaxed, coffee morning style gathering to gently explore self-employment through a good chat over a cuppa with local business owners. |
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Exploring Enterprise: Dare to Dream Inspiration Sessions Monday 23 February, 10.30am to 12.30pm GEMS NI, 34 Shaftesbury Square Wednesday 11 March, 7pm to 8.30pm Jennymount Business Park |
Join to hear inspirational entrepreneurial stories, and to learn that creating your own business might be more achievable than you thought. Includes a question and answer session with opportunity to ask questions in a friendly and encouraging environment. |
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Connecting Communities: Enterprise Information and Signposting Sessions Wednesday 25 February 5.30pm to 7.30pm Impact Training, Lanark Way Thursday 12 March, 1pm to 2pm Online via Zoom |
The Connecting Communities sessions provide clear, accessible information on available enterprise support and pathways. Hear directly from support providers and get opportunity to see the people behind the supports in a friendly environment. |
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Crafting Connections: Creative Enterprise Storytelling and Activity Session Thursday 12 February, 6pm to 7.30pm Orchardville, 144-152 Ravenhill Road International Women’s Day 2026: Wellness Afternoon Saturday 7 March, 2pm to 5pm Arts Ekta, Olive Tree House |
Come along, have a chat, get involved. Hear from an inspiring creative entrepreneur while having a go at candle painting with real pressed flowers. Celebrate International Women’s Day with inspiring local women at a relaxed afternoon of creativity, self-care and connection. Come on your own or with friends and enjoy crafting, conversations and nibbles. |