The History Teachers’ Association Northern Ireland
History Teachers’ Association Northern Ireland (HTANI) is a membership-led organisation that protects and promotes history education in Northern Ireland. On our site you can find information on the association, upcoming events and links to resources and publications. Please visit the about us page to learn more about our mission and the membership page to find out how to join us.
Latest News & Events
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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens champions new awards celebrating Northern Ireland’s history teachers
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HTANI are delighted to announce the launch of the ‘Inspiring History Teaching Awards’ from Historic Royal Palaces that will recognise exceptional educators bringing history to life across Northern Ireland. Hillsborough…
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All-Island School History Competition 2025
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HTANI is delighted to announce that the All-Island history competition 2025 is open. The theme of this year’s competition is Commemoration through Innovation: connecting past, present and future. Primary and…
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Conversation and Question Time with the Reverend Harold Good
HTANI is delighted to host an online talk by Rev. Harold Good, former Director of Corrymeela, as part of Good Relations Week. Tuesday 14th October 2025 7pm online (register now)…
Our Aims
- To foster the teaching of history within the Northern Ireland education system.
- To facilitate the sharing of practical advice and experience between history teachers and educators.
- To keep history teachers and educators in contact with new developments in historical research and new approaches to history teaching.
- To develop and promote cross-community and cross-sector balance, contact and cooperation.
- To establish links with similar associations in Ireland, the UK and Europe.
Benefits of Membership
A supportive community
Join our supportive community of history educators with links to the EUROCLIO network.
Networking events
Take part in online and in-person member-led history education events and projects.
Promoting history education
Be part of a collegial association that protects, promotes and profiles history education.
Latest News
Regular membership newsletters about relevant events, new resources and research.
Membership is open to all those involved in all aspects of history teaching. The yearly membership rate is £15 with a free associate membership available for student and retirees.
Teaching Resources
We have gathered together a selection of the best online history content for History teachers in Northern Ireland. These resources are free to use, from trusted sources and have been selected for their quality and relevance to the CCEA curriculum.
