Issue 253 - East Down BT24 • BT30 • BT31 • BT33
Enterprise Week 2025
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, in partnership with Newry and Mourne Co-operative and Enterprise Agency and Down Business Centre, are excited to announce the launch of NMD Enterprise Week 2025. This year’s global theme, ‘Together We Build,’ will focus on collaboration, community and collective growth highlighting how working together can strengthen local economies, spark innovation and build a more sustainable future for all. NMD Enterprise Week will take place from Monday 17 November to Friday 21 November 2025 and will feature a dynamic programme of workshops, seminars and networking events to inspire and empower entrepreneurs and business owners throughout the district. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, share L-R: Chairperson, Cllr Philip Campbell, Carol Fitzsimons, CEO Youth Enterprise NI, Zak Rendall, Krystian Biedrzycki, Noa McLaughlin, Anna Cochrane, Deputy Principal Mr C Rice.
Local schools participate with Youth Enterprise NI
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce its support for Young Enterprise Northern Ireland’s Building Aspirations Programme. With financial backing from the Council, Go Succeed and the James Kane Foundation, this partnership will give thousands of young people throughout the district access to vital entrepreneurship, financial capability and work-readiness skills. Over 3,000 post-
primary students from schools across Newry, Mourne and Down will take part in interactive and inspiring education programmes. Delivered by Youth Enterprise NI, the initiative is designed to help young people manage money effectively, prepare for future career
pathways and develop entrepreneurial skills by setting up and running their own businesses, gaining valuable hands-on experience along the way. The Building Aspirations Programme complements the Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting young people through
initiatives such as Go Succeed and the Labour Market Partnership, both of which focus on enhancing employability and entrepreneurship opportunities across the district.
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experiences with peers and access tailored advice on starting, growing and scaling their businesses. Aimed at both social enterprises and businesses, the initiative will also showcase local success stories and provide access to a strong network of experienced advisors, support programmes and collaborative opportunities. To ensure accessibility, all events are free of charge and will be delivered both in-person and online. To view the full programme of events, please visit: www. newrymournedown.org/ enterpriseweek2025 and follow the hashtag #NMDEW2025.