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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£135.0K
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Spending
£145.8K
Public benefits
The public benefit flowing from our key purposes can be summarised as follows .“To promote and preserve the culture and heritage of local people, assist in social and economic well being through local development programmes, in particular of those whom reside in the Glenelly, Slievekirk, Newbuildings and Waterside area of Strabane and Derry
District Council areas.” - The ulster-scots identity composes a significant section of the local Northern Ireland community. The Good Friday agreement of 1998 enshrines the rights of this community by undertaking to promote and uphold the linguistic and cultural traditions of ulster-scots. Much of our work surrounds researching, promoting and sharing the rich culture of ulster-scots with wider society. Our tuition programs, events, talks and seminars all directly benefit and help, not just our own community, but wider society understand and appreciate the central role of ulster-scots identity in Northern Ireland. Space and facilitation is also provided for local community social economy projects. “To promote Culture confidence and civic pride, bolster morale of the community and harness the abilities of local people” - Cultural confidence and civic pride is developed through a wide range of activities including dancing, music and educational programs. Having access to a central community space has increased the participation in cultural activities as well as bolstering the community through various activities and social enterprises. By providing access to ulster scots music and dance tuition in schools and other community associations allows for growth and promotion of Ulster Scots activities in the wider community. “To facilitate the examination, exploration and appreciation by all of Ulster Scottish history, heritage and culture in an open and positive manner, to encourage mutual understanding between peoples of different traditional without distinction of sex, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, or political, religious or other opinion, the object of which is to improve the quality of life of the said inhabitants. “ - Our facilitators regularly visit schools, community organizations and groups delivering ulster-scots cultural and historical workshops, encouraging mutual respect for all traditions and especially the promotion of ‘Pride in your own culture and resect for others’ through various music and dance events which involve participants from all ages and backgrounds. Free access to a wealth of materials such as publications and website relating to Ulster Scots culture and heritage, helps increase understanding and maximizes the public benefit. “To encourage the establishment, maintenance and development of other community associations within the area of benefit, providing support, information and advice in furtherance of this objective.” - To encourage establishment we work closely with other community associations in the area, by providing space for meetings, & performances, as well as support for both administration and fundraising. “Promote dialogue and co-operation between the associations, and to liaise with a range of statutory, voluntary and public organisations in order to achieve these objectives and to represent the interests of all the community” - By developing a community space, it has allowed us to address social issues such as rural isolation and limited access to services, by providing community activities and services in partnership with other voluntary and statutory organisiations.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
Bready and District Ulster Scots own and manage the Sollus Center which provides a space and support for connected groups which brings 300 people from the community into the centre weekly. These groups include, Sollus Highland Dancers, Bready Pipe Band, Sollus Social Enterprise, Sollus Cultural Promotions, North West College, Maiden City Soccer,
The Villages Together. Bready & District Ulster Scots deliver outreach tuition programs in Ulster Scots Music and Highland dance to over 500 children in various schools and community groups in the North West, as well as programs for good relations departments in local councils, promoting Ulster Scots Culture. We offer guidance on funding opportunities, governance, event planning and training needs as well as assisting member groups to access funding from a range of sources. Deliver over 30 talks and workshops to a wide range of audiences including local history groups and community organisations, as well as local heritage tours in the local area. Present interactive history, language and music workshops in schools. Produce educational material on a range of relevant topics as well as maintain an informative and current website and social media presence Provide, manage and resource local historical artifacts and databases that are used to assist visitors to research their heritage and links with the area.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of education
- The advancement of citizenship or community development
- The advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science
Who the charity helps
- General public
- Language community
- Voluntary and community sector
- Youth (14-25 year olds)
How the charity works
- Arts
- Community development
- Cultural
- Economic development
- Education/training
- Heritage/historical
- Rural development
