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A global community of Northern Irish abroad and friends of Northern Ireland, connected by a shared pride in the region and a desire to help it prosper.

St Patrick's Day
St Patrick's Day
News
5 mins

How St Patrick’s Day became a cultural phenomenon

As we approach the annual celebration of all things Irish, NI Connections looks at how the world fell in love with St Patrick’s Day.  
  • International Women's Day
    News
    4 mins

    International Women’s Day

    International Women’s Day: A celebration of Northern Ireland’s women, past and present
  • Seán Napier
    1 min

    Podcast | Seán Napier

    Seán Napier is a football coach and entrepreneur who works as the MLS Next Academy Director for the Boston Bolts.
  • Chinese New Year 2023 - Year of the rabbit
    News
    3 mins

    Chinese New Year 2023 – Year of the Rabbit

    January is a time when the majority of people are glad the festivities are over but for over 2 billion people, the celebrations are just beginning!
  • Friendship Four
    News
    1 min

    Friendship Four returns to the ice in Belfast

    After a COVID-enforced hiatus, the Friendship Four ice hockey tournament returns to Belfast’s SSE Arena this November.
  • Northern Ireland: The Happiest Place to Live in the UK
    Living In Northern Ireland
    5 mins

    Move to Northern Ireland: for the happiest place to live and work

    Thinking about relocating? Northern Ireland has plenty to offer.
  • Giant's Causeway
    Living In Northern Ireland
    2 mins

    Move to Northern Ireland: for the great quality of life

    Earlier this year we surveyed you, our diaspora, to gain a better understanding of what really matters to you.

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