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THE 2022 FESTIVAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
22 October - 13 November
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Brexit, Borders and Belfast: A Walking Tour for Young People

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My local area theme

What’s on offer?

A walking tour led by researchers from the School of Geography and Environmental Science of Belfast's city centre, followed by lunch at Ulster's Belfast Campus. Participants will be asked to bring their mobile phones along and use an app to exchange thoughts and ideas.

What’s it about?

This walk will focus on the impact of Brexit on our understanding of border issues and political identity in Belfast, particularly for young people living in the city. Stopping at Laganside, City Hall and a peaceline/interface, we will encourage participants to reflect on how Belfast is changing (if at all) for young people as Brexit unfolds. 

Who’s leading the event?

Suzanne Beech, Lecturer in Human Geography and Sara McDowell, Senior Lecturer in Human Geography at Ulster University

Open to

Young peopled aged 16-24.

Of particular interest to

We encourage young people to attend who are interested in the outworkings of Brexit.

Event booking deadline

24 hours before the event starts.