St Mary's University College Belfast hosted a study trip and conference on education and diversity in April 2026. The event involved a partnership with the University of Applied Sciences Windesheim in the Netherlands that has lasted over thirty years.

Over twenty students and staff from the Dutch university participated. They examined cultural, educational, and professional elements in Belfast.

The group visited Currie Primary and St Patrick’s Primary in North Belfast. They also met Lord Mayor Tracy Kelly in the city.

Rianne Wirl-Kooiker and Agnes de Vries from Windesheim's Education Department led the programme.