Applications for funding from groups to be part of Good Relations Week have been invited by Derry City and Strabane District Council.
Good Relations Week 2021 will run from Monday September 20 to Sunday September 26, and it will re-introduce a programme of face-to-face events within Covid guidelines, alongside an expanded virtual offering in the largest showcase of cross-community and multi-cultural arts, history, music and culture.
The theme for this year's showcase is Brighter Days Ahead as it celebrates the efforts of young people in their everyday lives to break down barriers and unite communities.
It will explore many of the challenges today's youth are facing, including sectarianism and racism, cultural diversity, isolation, mental health, education, employment and the environment, and acting as a catalyst for change.
This year's activities will include workshops, lectures, discussion panels, podcasts, storytelling and personal testimonies, exhibitions, music and theatre performances, archive video, new short films and lots more.
Funding is now open for applications for up to £500 per group/organisation.
DCSDC is also seeking to expand its pool of freelance artists and facilitators to support the delivery of a range of programmes across Good Relations, Arts and Culture and Events.
It is looking for a range of people to design, develop and deliver inspiring workshops, activities and programmes.
They are keen to attract people with a diverse range of art forms/backgrounds and who are interested in, and have experience of working with, a range of individuals and groups, with the invite open to individuals, partnerships or organisations to register.
Artists with an expression of interest, visit here or request a hard copy by emailing pauline.oneill@derrystrabane.com.
Organisation application forms are available here and completed forms should be emailed to pauline.oneill@derrystrabane.com by 12 noon on Monday August 2.
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