The fifth Fingal Inclusion Week is set to take place across the county next week with a host of fun events for the whole family to enjoy.
The event is as an initiative of Fingal County Council’s Community Development Office in collaboration with the Fingal Integration Team. Inclusion week will showcase the great work being done by communities, agencies, and other groups in Fingal to eliminate social exclusion and poverty.
The week also aims to raise awareness of the hurdles that Fingal residents face that contribute to social exclusion, as well as to foster an understanding of inclusion in Fingal. Rush Senior Citizens, The African Advocacy Network Ireland, Lusk Ladies Shed, Bayside Community Centre, and Sanctuary Runners are among the collaborating organisations and community groups.
Fingal Inclusion Week will also give groups and services like Jigsaw North Fingal, North Dublin Regional Drugs Taskforce, Foroige, and Blanchardstown Centre for Independent Living a platform to tell people about their activities and how they can get involved.
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Lord Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Adrian Henchy said: “Given that Fingal is home to one of the most varied and rapidly expanding communities in Ireland, I am excited for us to embrace the positive experiences and valuable insights that this week has to offer.”
AnnMarie Farrelly, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council added: “Fingal Inclusion Week is centred on uniting people and fostering a community that is open and warm to everyone. Let's extend our renowned hospitality to both newcomers and long standing residents alike, ensuring that everyone in Fingal, regardless of their heritage or identity, feels a true sense of belonging."
Valerie McAllorum, Fingal Integration Officer echoed the sentiments as she said that inclusion week is an integral part of the work of the Community Development Office in Fingal.
The celebration will have over 70 free events taking place with something in store for everyone. Attendees can participate in these events including as a The Library of Migrant Women Exhibition, Intercultural Traditional Sing Song, Mulhuddart Winter Fest, Minding your Mental Health, Scéalaíocht idirghníomhach & Spraoi le Muireann and an intergeneration Cricket4all competition.
The Sports Team will be hosting Late-night Leagues, Walking Football Blitz, Autism in Sport Workshop and lots too happening in libraries across the county. Fingal Inclusion Week will take place between November 13 to November 19.
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