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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£44.1K
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Spending
£44.3K
Public benefits
1: By providing access to a range of classes and training opportunities, plus information on citizen's rights and responsibilities, we create new opportunities for personal and community advancement and better awareness of the role and responsibilities of both agencies and government; 2: Our area of benefit sits beside a contentious interface
area and has suffered much as a result of our conflict and our many segregation barriers so working to promote both intra and inter-community relations is vital in order to build a safer, more shared future with better understanding contributing to improved community cohesion; this includes working to remove segregation barriers where possible and negotiate better use of space through regeneration opportunities; 3: We work to bring much-needed facilities and services to our area in efforts to help build inclusion, break down external negative perceptions of the area/residents and provide support to those in need as parents, carers, and citizens. 4: We have provided community facilities for the use of local residents and work with residents/agencies to improve the environment by enhancing green spaces, negotiating outdoor play facilities, and keeping the area cleaner and safer. 1: Uptake of education /training and the outcomes these achieve for individuals, families and community. Improved service delivery for all ages. Better relationships with agencies as communities are aware of rights and responsibilities. 2: Uptake of cross-community engagement opportunities; Reduction of fear and breaking down of negative perceptions; Fewer sectarian or violent incidents around the interface; Positive attitudinal change towards the ‘other’ community; Willingness to engage on reduction or removal of peace barriers; 3: Increased uptake of advice and support services; better agency engagement and provision of services; willingness to engage; Media response to change within the area; uptake of self-help programmes and increased demand for provision and access; 4: Increased or improved facilities or services for the community; Usage and participation rates increased; improved environment and reduction in ASB; monitoring/consulting on feelings of safety and security. There has been no harm identified for individuals or the community as a result of these activities. The residents of the Upper Ardoyne area of North Belfast and its environs. This is a PUL area and includes the areas of Hesketh, Glenbyrn, Wheatfield, Alliance and Ardoyne Road. It borders with CNR Ardoyne, Twaddell Avenue and Woodvale. While our classes and activities may benefit individuals and families, this would not be considered a private benefit as all of our activities are open to the local community. It is incidental and necessary for our work.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
CRUA offers residents in its "area of benefit" in Upper Ardoyne the opportunity to engage with our ongoing programs including our Challenging Conversations Good Relations program. We work with the community to promote the safety of all residents, and to address divisive Interface Issues, Anti-Social Behaviour and Peace Walls Removal, Re-imaging,
Restructuring or Declassification. We provide access to community facilities and resources and endeavour to enhance quality of life, tackle social isolation, promote positive change and build community cohesion, and educate on environmental issues while promoting regeneration. By providing ongoing programmes of social and educational activities for various age groups, offering advice and support services for those in need, and delivering training or employability opportunities leading to positive change for local residents, we hope to ultimately build a stronger more peaceful community.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of citizenship or community development
Who the charity helps
- Addictions (drug/solvent/alcohol abuse)
- Adult training
- Community safety/crime prevention
- Ethnic minorities
- Ex-offenders and prisoners
- Interface communities
- Men
- Older people
- Parents
- Tenants
- Unemployed/low income
- Voluntary and community sector
- Volunteers
- Women
- Youth (14-25 year olds)
How the charity works
- Advice/advocacy/information
- Community development
- Cross-border/cross-community
- Cultural
- Education/training
- Environment/sustainable development/conservation
- Human rights/equality
- Volunteer development
