FAQs

The Equality Coalition is a network of civil society organisations and trade unions working collectively to advance equality and human rights in Northern Ireland, particularly through effective implementation of Section 75 equality duties.

The Equality Coalition is a network of civil society organisations and trade unions working together to push for stronger equality and human rights protections in Northern Ireland. The Equality Commission for Northern Ireland is an independent public body established by the Northern Ireland Act 1998 to promote equality, tackle discrimination, and protect human rights.

The Coalition is co-convened by the Committee on the Administration of Justice (CAJ) and the trade union UNISON.

The Coalition works on issues across all Section 75 equality grounds, focusing on equality law, public authority compliance, policy reform, accountability, and the protection of human rights.

Yes. The Coalition regularly responds to government consultations and policy proposals affecting equality and human rights.

Yes. The Coalition engages with government departments, public bodies, elected representatives, and oversight institutions to promote compliance with equality duties.

No. The Coalition is non-party-political and works on a human rights and equality basis.

Information is shared through meetings, email updates and briefings.

We are funded through the Barings Foundation and the UNISON Campaign Fund. We are very grateful for the support of our funders.

No. While the Coalition engages in legal and policy analysis, it does not provide legal advice or representation to individual organisations or members of the public.

No. The Coalition focuses on systemic equality and human rights issues rather than individual complaints or cases.

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Membership is open to NGOs, community and voluntary organisations, and trade unions that are committed to equality and human rights in Northern Ireland. Our current members are listed here.

No. Membership of the Equality Coalition is free.

Organisations can apply by emailing us at equalitycoalition@caj.org.uk. Membership approval is at the discretion of our co-convenors.

Members are encouraged (but not required) to attend monthly meetings, share information and expertise and contribute to collective advocacy responses.

Our meetings are hybrid to maximise accessibility and participation.

Meetings are generally for members, but non-members may be invited to specific events, briefings, or seminars.

The Equality Coalition holds bimonthly meetings. Our Legal Intervention Subgroup meetings also take place bimonthly. We also hold regular training sessions and events.