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Public benefits
Purpose a) Through the increased access to a unique collection and archive, the direct benefits which flow from this purpose are whole community ownership of three and a half centuries of a vibrant and enduring heritage that will challenge divisive mythologies and foster unity and cohesion within the community. Furthermore, the Charity will ensure
the long-term sustainable management of the collection for future generations. Increased access will make a significant contribution to the mental health and well-being of the veteran and their family groups. b)The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include increased access to and understanding of a) the experience of the Irish in the British Army and b) the buildings in which their collections are held. These benefits are demonstrated through a) feedback from those accessing the collection or interacting with educational programming, for example ease of access, quality of offering (qualitative) b) number of individuals/groups accessing the collection or taking part in educational activity (quantitative) c) range of community groups represented (qualitative) d) increased diversity in individual user nationality, demographic and cultural background e) annual reviews of collection condition and interpretation. All data will be collated in the Charity’s Annual Report, publicly accessible, and ongoing evaluation will be reviewed at quarterly meetings. There is no anticipated harm arising from any of the purposes. The charity’s beneficiaries are a) learners b) the academic community c) the general public (local and international visitors) d) veterans and serving soldiers and e) their families. There is no private benefit flowing from any of the purposes.
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UNTOLD: The Collection & Archive has been established to hold and make accessible the collections and archives of the Irish soldier in the British Army. This is an all island story, and stretches back to the 17th Century. The Trust preserves this rich heritage, making it accessible for educational purposes, including academic and family research,
and life-long learning. Loans from the collection are facilitated to other appropriate organisations in line with the Trust's Collection Management Policy.
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- The advancement of education
- The advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science
Who the charity helps
- Children (5-13 year olds)
- General public
- Older people
- Physical disabilities
- Voluntary and community sector
How the charity works
- Advice/advocacy/information
- Community development
- General charitable purposes
- Research/evaluation