About the programme
The programme creates an inclusive space where innovation, sustainability, and cross-community cooperation thrive.
SEPI is supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
Led by Co-operation Ireland, delivered in partnership with Catalyst, and supported by the Education Authority Northern Ireland (EANI) and Léargas, SEPI promotes meaningful cross-border and cross-community collaboration.
How it works
Running over four years, SEPI will engage:
100
Schools
4,000
Students
800
Educators
Students will:
Join cross-community, cross-border teams
Participate in online learning modules on sustainability, climate, and collaboration
Educators will:
Take part in professional learning opportunities
Join a cross-border network of leadership peers
Participate in a Transformational Schools Leadership Exchange Conference
Grainne's story
It's definitely helped me become more confident. I’ve learned how to better express things when I'm talking. I would recommend people to get involved, honestly, because I think it's definitely been a fantastic experience so far. I’ve loved it.
I think I've become a more confident public speaker and I think have developed communication skills. It has definitely improved my knowledge of climate action.
Grainne Davey, 16, St Dominic’s College
The Impact
Develops decision-making and problem-solving abilities rooted in real-world contexts
Offers opportunities to pitch solutions and compete for Innovation Awards
Builds communication and presentation skills through pitching to panels and engaging with industry experts
How to Get Involved
For Schools
(Core Programme)
Recruitment is now open for the 2025/26 school year.
Complete the Express of interest form
For more information: SEPIteam@cooperationireland.org
For Educators
(Transformational Schools Leadership Programme)
To take part in leadership training and cross-border collaboration:
Email the team: SEPIteam@cooperationireland.org
Get in touch
Contact R for more information rthomson@cooperationireland.org
Contact N for more information nsmall@cooperationireland.org
SEPI is supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)
