Wellness Day to take place in County Derry to raise funds for Women's Aid
The day of connection, empowerment and community has been organised by domestic abuse survivor Alannah Kerrigan to take place at Ballyness Resort, near Dungiven
A wellness day will be held in County Derry later this month with all funds raised going to Foyle Women's Aid.
Hosted by local content creator, domestic abuse survivor and women’s advocate Alannah Kerrigan, Wellness Day for Women’s Aid is a heart-led event designed to uplift, restore and reconnect — all while raising vital funds for Foyle Women’s Aid, a local charity supporting women affected by domestic abuse.
Taking place on Sunday, July 27 at the breathtaking Ballyness Resort, outside Dungiven, this immersive day of rest and renewal will bring together women from across the Northwest to celebrate strength, sisterhood and self-care.
Attendees can expect a grounding yoga and meditation session with Yasmin Leake (Yasmin Yoga Union) and a wholesome lunch from Jade Bradley (Restore Nutrition) and Gluten Free Artisan Bakery Co.
Other highlights include complementary therapies with Luraso Complementary Therapies and Blossom Complementary Therapies and ahealing reset with Mama Nomes through 15 minutes of movement, breath, and sound in nature’s embrace.
For all the fashionistas there will be empowering fashion styling with fashion influencer and boutique owner Sequin Cinderella.
There will also be a charity raffle, thoughtful goody bags, and meaningful moments of connection throughout the day
In the months leading up to the event, Alannah has been using her platform to share her story and raise funds online with an outpouring of support from women, survivors, and allies.
“This day is about more than wellness — it’s about showing up for each other. It’s about connection, community, and creating space for women to rest, heal, and rise again,” said Alannah.
“I left an abusive relationship in 2013, when I was just 21. In 2016, feeling lost, I turned to Foyle Women’s Aid. The support I received through their Journey to Freedom programme was truly life changing. I don’t know where I’d be without them — I owe them so much.
“Since 2017, I’ve been a proud member of the Foyle Women’s Aid Voices Forum and a passionate advocate for women’s rights, and the incredible work that Foyle Women’s Aid does every day.”
Earlier this year, Alannah decided to use her online platform to raise both money and awareness for the cause, and has been blown away by the response from other women, from survivors, and from allies who she says 'care deeply'.
“Hosting this event feels like the natural next step, a way to celebrate the unique strength that rises when women come together with a shared purpose,” she added.
In a powerful gesture of solidarity, the event includes a Pay It Forward option — allowing supporters to purchase a gifted ticket for a current Foyle Women’s Aid service user, giving her the opportunity to attend and experience a day of peace, care and community.
Tickets are now live via Derry Meet Ups
Limited spaces available. All proceeds go directly to Foyle Women’s Aid.