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Strategy

Our strategy to 2030

The Early Years Strategic Plan for 2026-2030 sets out our ambition, direction and priorities for the next four years. This plan represents an important milestone for the organisation, providing a clear and shared vision for the future and a framework through which we can continue to grow, strengthen our services and maximise our impact.

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Annual report

Annual report for 2025-2026

For 60 years, Early Years has worked with and for young children and their families across Northern Ireland, promoting high-quality early childhood education and care. As we mark this milestone and reach the end of our current strategic period, we have taken time to reflect on what we have achieved and where we go next.

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Newsletter

PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Newsletter - April to June 2026 (Irish-language edition)

The Irish-language edition of the April to June 2026 PEACEPLUS ASPIRE newsletter.

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Strategy

International Network on Peace Building with Young Children Strategic Plan 2025-2030

The INPB Strategic Plan sets out the Network’s direction and priorities for 2025-2030, including strengthening the Network, scaling evidence-informed programmes, developing professional capacity, expanding research and knowledge, and advocating for children and families affected by conflict.

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