Organised through the Inter-Board Community Relations Youth Panel and the Department of Education, the day is comprised of interactive and creative workshops including hip hop, drama and debate.
Speaking at the event Will Haire, Permanent Secretary, Department of Education said: “This is a wonderful, varied programme, in a wonderful setting. It will be great fun and at the same time an exciting opportunity for young people to meet.”
“We are really pleased that so many young people, from all sides of the community have come together to take part in today and the rest of the week’s activities. They demonstrate a clear desire for a society which embraces equality and respects diversity.
“I would like to congratulate everyone involved in making this day a success and hope you all enjoy the rest of the week.”
Notes to Editors:
- Community Relations Council (CRC) is hosting Community Relations Week from 26 April to 3 May 2008.
- Community Relations Week combines over 136 events including art exhibitions, poetry competitions and debates
- The event is sponsored by Minister for Education, Caitríona Ruane, Sammy Wilson, Chair of the Education Committee and Jim Shannon, MLA
- Media enquiries to the Department of Education Press Office Tel: 028 9127 9207.
- Out of office hours please contact the Duty Press Officer via pager number 07699 715 440 and your call will be returned.
