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Local communities receive funding boost
The Deputy First Minister has announced that the first £500,000 has been allocated to 34 community based projects across Northern Ireland as part of the £3.3 million Re-imaging Communities Programme. This three year programme was first announced on July 10, 2006. It aims to help all communities in urban and rural areas tackle the visible signs of sectarianism and racism and to create a welcoming environment for everyone. Through the Re-imaging Communities Programme, creative approaches are being applied to address negative imagery, and local communities are embracing the arts in a positive way to enable them to move forward. Arts Council Chairman, Rosemary Kelly, paid tribute to all involved in the programme and commented on the importance of working collaboratively with partners to shape positive regeneration. “The Arts Council has been heartened by the many applications received from across Northern Ireland and will continue to encourage all communities to put forward submissions," she said. For more information, CLICK HERE.
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