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Politics shouldn’t be exclusive.

We are an award winning public affairs startup, that revolutionises advocacy and public affairs; with our comprehensive and specialist publications, training and expertise in consultancy. Breaking down political exclusion and giving everyone the tools and knowledge to ensure their voice is heard, has reach and is able to make an impact.


Our Products and Services


Products


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The Lobbyist’s handbook to the Northern Ireland Assembly and Executive

A comprehensive 117 page reference handbook to enable you to advocate more effectively and confidently in the NI Political system.


Services


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Northern Ireland Programme

Our fully comprehensive training course consists of 3x 1 hour workshops which take you through the political systems and processes underpinning the Northern Ireland political system, allowing you to elevate your organisations advocacy and policy operations.

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consultancy

Need help with policy development, advocacy or strategy? Get in touch!


Why Us?


Specialist Resources

We produce specialist publications on navigating public affairs, policy and political systems.

Expert Training

We provide comprehensive training workshops and courses to level up your advocacy, reach and influence.

First class Consultancy

Our team has 4+ years of advocacy and public affairs experience across Northern Ireland, UK and UN.

Political Inclusion

We deliver social impact through Sustainable Development Goal 10; increasing political inclusion. And through our nonprofit arm, educating, empowering and standing up for disabled people.


Social Impact

We have strong social values that are intertwine and embedded throughout our work and startup in everything we do.

We focus on advancing UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 10; reducing inequalities. Specifically target 10.3: increasing political inclusion.

Find out how we are making a difference!


Latest News


  • Stormont Stalement: The deadlock of the multi year budget.
    Northern Ireland’s public sector remains in fiscal limbo. March’s Budget Act 2026 was an emergency sticking plaster to prevent a crisi, not a policy resolution. Two months into the financial year, the Executive is deadlocked over John O’Dowd’s draft multi year budget, leaving departments without a long-term fiscal strategy.
  • A double election day: Northern Ireland Assembly. What can you expect?
    With the May 2027 Assembly elections looming, Spring 2026 polling reveals a fragmented political landscape. From a fracturing unionist vote to boundary shifts and veteran retirements, this analysis breaks down how shifting voter intentions could reshape Stormont’s executive makeup and future legislative agenda.
  • Our Assessment: Is the Northern Ireland Assembly an effective legislature in 2026?
    Stormont faces a legislative inaction problem. Hampered by historical collapses and Executive gridlock, the current mandate averages nearly 13 non-binding motions for every single bill passed. Sheltered by entrenched “green-and-orange” politics, ministers face few consequences for policy stagnation, while a controversial 27% MLA pay rise fuels deep public resentment.
  • The Repersentation of the People Bill 2026: what this could mean for British democracy?
    The UK’s democratic landscape faces its biggest expansion in over fifty years. Labour’s milestone Representation of the People Bill 2026 plans to lower the voting age to 16 nationwide, enfranchising 1.7 million teens. However, its success hinges on introducing robust political education to foster informed, lifelong voters.
  • Big News: Our Founder takes home ‘Young Person of the Year’ Award!
    Andrew Hamilton, founder of Just include takes home ‘Young Person of the Year’ Award at the Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards 2025.