in-FO Issue 14 Winter 2025

Take a Photo of your #BeTheChange bauble Post it on social media. Use the hashtag #BeTheChange. Tag FODC so we can share it. This initiative supports The Executive Office’s Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) Framework, launched in September 2024 and focuses on prevention - tackling the root causes of abuse and harm before it begins. Earlier this year, the Council partnered with local organisations to deliver community-led projects and resources. Looking to 2026, training programmes and research into rural influences on violence are planned, alongside the launch of the Local Change Fund. For more information please visit www.fermanaghomagh.com/ bethechange Are You Worrying About Money This Winter? You Are Not Alone If you’re struggling to make ends meet or falling behind on bills, you are not alone. In Northern Ireland, over half the population is struggling, and here in Fermanagh and Omagh, almost 12% of people show strong indications they need immediate debt help. Debt can happen to anyone. Whether you are worrying about rent arrears, electricity bills, credit cards, or personal loans, free advice and support is available locally to help you take back control. The sooner you reach out, the wider the range of solutions available. Local experts offer guidance without judgement to create a debt plan tailored just for you, finding ways to manage your debts and reduce what you pay each month. You don’t have to carry the weight of this worry by yourself. Help is available locally, discreetly, and completely free of charge. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is proud to fund and support independent advice providers who are ready to assist you today. Community Advice Fermanagh Tel: 028 6632 4334 Email: website@communityadvicefermanagh.com Website: https://communityadvicefermanagh.com/ Omagh Independent Advice Services (OIAS) Tel: 028 8224 3252 Text: 07889 002207 Email: info@oias.co.uk Website: https://oias.co.uk For more information and resources on the cost of living crisis, visit: www.fermanaghomagh.com/costofliving This Christmas, join us in lighting up hope with our ‘Lights for Change’ campaign, promoting safety and equality for women and girls. By displaying a special #BeTheChange bauble, you’ll be showing support for a safer, more equal future. These decorations, symbolising hope and unity, are available free of charge from the 27th November at our Connect Centres in Enniskillen and Omagh. #BeTheChange 8 in-FO Residents’ Magazine Winter 2025 Supporting Communities