Newry, Mourne and Down District Council have secured £4.7m EU funding for the PEACE IV Local Authority Action Plan - Beyond Tolerance.

As lead partner, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council will be responsible for the delivery of the PEACE IV action plan which will promote peace and reconciliation in the local area focusing on three key themes: “Children and Young People”, “Shared Spaces and Services” and “Building Positive Relations”.

The Council is seeking to appoint a competent supplier to deliver the Shared Services Engagement Programme – Drive-in Cinemas -  under the Shared Spaces and Services theme.  

Aim of Youth Shared Spaces Engagement Programme

SHARED SPACES AND SERVICES
Specific ive 3

The creation of a more cohesive society through an increased provision of shared spaces and services

One of the visible aspects of the conflict is the high level of segregation within society. This is evidenced by residential segregation, peace walls, sectarian graffiti, public display of flags and emblems in a manner aimed to mark territory and intimidate. As well as increasing social division and tension, segregation also inhibits the potential for economic development and the efficient delivery of public services.

An opportunity exists, as expressed within “Together: Building a United Community” (OFMDFM) and the Reconciliation Fund Strategy (DFAT) to develop a shared community where public spaces are shared by all members of society.

The Programme aims to bring about the following changes:

•    Existing civic spaces developed and managed in a manner that respects the rights, equality and diversity of all. The change will be reflected in how parades, flags, emblems, graffiti and other related issues impact on the public space. This will involve changes in both attitudes and behaviour with a corresponding reduction in segregation.