Applications are now open for the T:BUC Camps Programme 2026/27. Completed applications must be returned to the Education Authority (EA) no later than 4pm on Friday 16 January 2026.
The T:BUC Camps Programme is one of the seven headline actions of the T:BUC Strategy. The Education Authority (EA) act as Programme Administrator for the T:BUC Camps Programme on behalf of the Executive Office (TEO).
What is the aim of the Programme?
Beginning in summer 2015, the Camps programme is about challenging historic positions, encouraging debate and discussion and providing a way for young people from different backgrounds to get to know each other, try new experiences, have fun and help to build longer term relationships
How is the Programme delivered?
The programme provides a range of opportunities for young people aged 9 to 25 years old to come together to have fun and build positive relationships with other young people from different backgrounds.
Camps must be delivered on a cross-community basis, with good relations learning at the heart of every camp.
Participants in the T:BUC Camps programme are also offered the opportunity to take part in Camps in the Community events which provide a space for the sharing of best practice, meeting young people from other Camps and celebrating achievements.