Uniting Voices. Transforming Health.
Empowering organisations to create a healthier Northern Ireland through advocacy, education, and collaboration. Explore Our Upcoming EventsAbout the Northern Ireland Health Collective


The Northern Ireland Health Collective (NIHC) is a coalition of VCSE organisations dedicated to improving health outcomes across Northern Ireland. A network of networks the NI Health Collective will represent the existing groups, networks and forums in the Health and Social Care field in NI, reducing duplication and ensuring impact. By uniting the voices of health, social care, and community wellbeing groups, we advocate for change, foster collaboration, and amplify the impact of our members.
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Our Focus

Advocacy
We champion the collective voice of VCSE organisations in the Northern Ireland Health Care System driving meaningful policy change.

Education
We empower stakeholders with knowledge about the vital contributions of VCSE organisations.

Collaboration
We connect organisations and foster partnerships that tackle health inequalities and improve outcomes.

upcoming events
latest news
Gillian Lewis to Lead NI Health Collective as New Head, Championing Health Equity and Collaboration
Announcement CO3 is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Lewis as the new Head of the Northern Ireland Health Collective. The Northern Ireland Health Collective serves as a forum for...
Health Research Shows Value of Working in Partnership
The Northern Ireland Health Collective has said that research recently published shows the value of bringing together voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) health networks, creating a...
Patricia Cathcart Wins ‘Leading in Healthcare’ Award for Pioneering Trauma Talks at HMP Magilligan
CO3 proudly hosted its annual awards ceremony on 27 March 2025, at the Europa Hotel, celebrating exceptional leadership across Northern Ireland’s third sector. A key highlight of the evening was the...
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