DI&CE
The event, sponsored by Connie Egan MLA, brought together key stakeholders, partners and supporters to mark the official launch of PeacePlus Changemakers-funded Disability Inclusion & Community Engagement (DI&CE) Project.
The DI&CE Project will collaborate with community organisations and individuals across Northern Ireland to raise awareness of diversity, challenge stigma, and promote more inclusive communities. The programme will include workshops, facilitated events, resource toolkits, and opportunities for meaningful connection and engagement.
Cara Cash-Marley, CEO of Orchardville
“We are delighted to be working in partnership with ROC, building on the success of previous collaborations. There is still important work to be done to raise awareness and celebrate diversity, and this project will play a key role in helping communities become more inclusive and supportive for everyone.”
Others Speaking at the Event
Keeva Watson from Redeeming Our Communities NI (ROC) added:
“At the heart of this project is community – supporting people with the skills, confidence and understanding to create safer, kinder and more inclusive places for everyone.”
Connie Egan MLA has said,
“I was pleased to host Orchardville and ROC Northern Ireland at Parliament Buildings to launch their new DI&CE project. This partnership brings Orchardville’s expertise in autism and learning disabilities and ROC NI’s focus on fostering community inclusion together. I am looking forward to seeing the roll out of their neurodivergent inclusion workshops across Northern Ireland. I would like to thank all of the staff and volunteers involved in making this project a success.”
Collaboration Key to Success
The Civic Reception provided an opportunity to celebrate collaboration and emphasise the importance of partnership working in creating positive social change. By working alongside organisations such as ROC, Orchardville continues to expand its reach and impact across local communities.
Orchardville has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality services that empower people with disabilities to achieve their goals, build confidence and access opportunities in employment, training and community life.
The launch of the DI&CE Project marks an important step forward in strengthening community connections and ensuring that inclusion remains at the heart of Northern Ireland’s future.
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