BPS Northern Ireland Branch - NIBPS

02/04/2026

What is trauma?

We often think about it as an individual experience, but trauma can also be shaped by social and political contexts, affecting communities as well as the people within them.

In this latest episode of MQ Open Mind, Prof Rory O’Connor is joined by Prof Orla Muldoon, Head of Department and Professor of Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast. Her research explores the links between identity, conflict, and trauma, and how the environments we live in shape our psychological experiences.

Together, they explore what makes social trauma distinct, how it can ripple through communities as well as individuals, and what the latest research is revealing about its long-term impacts.

Orla also shares why recognising the social dimensions of trauma is so important for shaping better research, policy, and support.

🎧https://linktr.ee/MQopenmind
📺https://youtu.be/4q3-8iNuvuw

07/03/2026

Prof Suzanne Guerin gave an excellent presentation on ‘What to do with your degree’ and our first panel hosted by Ruth Mullally covering Forensic,Counselling and Neuropsychology -All Ireland Psychology Careers 2026 co hosted with PSI

07/03/2026

Delighted to be in our 21st year co-hosting the All Ireland Psychology Careers Event and its brilliant to be back at Maynooth University

26/02/2026

Introducing Heather Nugent, your BPS Student Ambassador 👋

"I’m a second-year psychology student with a particular interest in child psychology and development, alongside neurodiversity, including areas such as dyslexia. I have taken part in many research studies as a participant, which has given me practical insight into how equipment is operated and how to conduct psychological research. Outside of my studies, I enjoy travelling to experience different cultures and engage with a diverse range of people, which continues to shape my interest in how individuals think, learn, and develop.

If you have any questions about the British Psychological Society please reach out to Heather or Vaishnavi Sandeep Kachare ✅

13/02/2026

NIBPS are delighted to be opening the Insight Series on February 24th

How can psychology help tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis?

Join our Northern Ireland Branch on 24 Feb ’26 for a live Insight Series panel. Experts from the Climate and Environment Action Coordinating Group will explore education, planetary health, work impacts, and global adaptation. Free for members.

Register now: https://learn.bps.org.uk/local/intellicart/view.php?id=336&utm_campaign=BPS_Learn_organic&utm_medium=Social_media&utm_source=OfficialBPS

02/02/2026

Our professional panel at today’s Flavour of Psychology chaired by our committee member Connor

02/02/2026

Student Panel discussion at today’s Flavour of Psychology

02/02/2026

Fantastic day at our annual Flavour of Psychology hosted by the School of Psychology QUB. We presented to 350 A Level students from all over Northern Ireland. This was the first in a series of events to mark 70 Years of the NIBPS

02/02/2026

Save the Date!

The 2026 All-Ireland Psychology Careers Event is happening on Saturday 07 March at Maynooth University, hosted in partnership with the PSI, the BPS Northern Ireland Branch - NIBPS, and MU Psych Soc .

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity for and expert advice on careers in .

Registration opens soon—stay tuned for updates!

22/01/2026

Is the cost of attending a conference holding you back presenting your psychology research?

Our Early Career Conference Bursary Scheme could help you share your work, connect with peers, and attend conferences that matter to your research. You'll get up to £250 (UK) or £500 (overseas) towards registration and travel.

Apply by 8 Feb '26: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/applications-are-open-early-career-conference-bursary-scheme-2026?utm_campaign=Awards_and_grants&utm_medium=Social_media&utm_source=OfficialBPS

10/01/2026

For many young footballers, Christmas wasn’t about celebration, it was about being told their dream is over.

"At worst, we have seen young people turn to crime and self-harm, and suffer great psychological trauma after they're released from academies." Stephen Smith, our Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology Chair.

This is why we’re campaigning for psychological support, so that every player has the care they need when the game changes.

🔗 Read Stephen’s The Guardian letter:
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/07/we-should-support-ex-academy-footballers-properly?utm_campaign=PsychMat&utm_source=OfficialBPS&utm_medium=social

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Donncha who has contributed so much to BPS Northern Ireland Branch - NIBPS over the years

We have great pleasure in inviting you to the Inaugural Lecture of Professor Donncha Hanna.
"From risk to resilience: what science reveals about mental health".

The lecture will take place on Thursday 29 January 2026 at 6.30pm in the Great Hall, Lanyon Building.
Please register at: https://ow.ly/octq50XTuqS