Foundation (Northern Ireland)

Public benefits

The direct benefits that flow from this purpose are an increased awareness of positive peace and reconciliation activities, as well as additional skills for practitioners. These benefits are evidenced by feedback from participants and regular internal reviews of our activities. In dealing with people who have experienced conflict and trauma, there

is a risk of reinvoking such experiences. This risk is reduced by policies and procedures, including appropriate training and a code of conduct for staff and volunteers. The benefit outweighs the potential harm. The charity's beneficiaries are the general public in Northern Ireland and outside Northern Ireland (e.g. Northern Ireland participants at conferences and events in foreign countries). Specific projects may address needs of particular sectors (e.g. community-based organisations). Some private benefit is obtained by the suppliers of services, but this is necessary to the achievement of the purposes of the organisation. The charity will always apply good practice in the procurement of suppliers for its programmes.

What your organisation does

The Northern Ireland Foundation hosts and participates in public events, such as open conferences and festivals, where we share knowledge of peace and reconciliation work in Northern Ireland.