5 YEARS OF 'I',11), We are delighted to have you join us as we mark a significant milestone 25 years of empowering and supporting rural communities across Armagh, Down, and Antrim. Over the past quarter-centuryg TADA has been at the hearc of rural development, Morking lirelessly to enhance the lives of those in our communities. Today* we celebrate not just the longevity of our nelwork but the countless achievements and impactful initiatives that have made a real dirrerence. From supporting local communilies and fosiering community spirit to advocating for the needs of rural residents, our work has been driven by the passion and commilment of individuals like you. This event is a tribute to everyone m.ho has been part of the TADA journey-our dedicated team, volunteersg partners, and Ihe resilient communilies we serve. Together, we have faced challenges, embraced opportunities, and created lasting change. As we look back with pride on all that we have accomplished, we also look form'ard with oplimism to the future. Thank you for being part of this celebration and for your continued support in making our rural communities Ihrive. Here's to 25 years of success and many more (o come. Welcome, and let's celebrate togeilier! COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL rpart1rf Agriculthr& Environment
TADA RURAL SUPPORT NETWORK STRATEGIC PLAN 2024-27 Vision Mission To advise and support rural community groups to enable them to become, confident, connerted inclusive and sustainable Enabling rural communities to realise their full potential We will cultivate thriving, resilient rural communities where everyone can achieve their full potential. Our vision is to celebrate rural areas for their unique contributions through sustainable development, innovation, and inclusivity. By realising this vision, we will support community groups to become self-sufficient, vibrant and dynamic and welcoming to all that reside within and between their communities. This enables people to live fulfilling lives and contribute meaningfully to society. KEY DRIVERS OUR VALU Recognising the value of being a rural dweller Bringing about positive change Breaking down barriers Drive Promoting Active Citizenship Building connections within and between communities
TADA RURAL SUPPORT NETWORK STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Enhancing the Feeling of Pride in Place Developing & Celebrating Group Success . We will support rural coThnunity groups to develop skills to become Sustainable and resilienL Funding Support . We will promote and advocate greener sustainable choices. • We will support rural community groups to develop a sense of belonging and communlty spiriL • We will enhance and support rural community groups to avail of fundlng opportunities that enhance local facllftles. We will enhance rural community group's opportunities to avail of funding. . We will support rural communlty groups to identlfy needs, Issues and opportunltles In thelr areas through development of appropriate programmes. • We will support Community groups to identify fundlng for capital programmes. • We wlll offer opportuntties for etworking, shared leamlng and best practice. • We will provide support to rural Community groups to w>and thelr range of activities and offering of new experiences. . We will support and enUrage ral communtty groups io embrace Diversity. Equbty and Inclusion. We will offer opportunlties to address and celebrate difference. We will help and support Community groups io nurture and embrace a cullure that that brings, purpose, fulfllment and posilive experiences for members Health and Wellbeing Governance and Participation • We will encourage transparent and inclusive governance. . We will support groups partaking active eitizenship, ensuring community members have a voice in the decisions that affecl their lives. Active Promotion of Our Area . We will develop the capacity of rural community groups to identify and share positive case studies. • We will give a voice to rural communities. We will be active in advancement of social inclusion. We will listen and support rural community groups to build safe and connected communities. We will give our time to make a differen¢e and Improve people's lives. . We will support rural community groups to promote the benefrts of livlng In their areas. • We wlll promote posiiive news stories and celebrate group successes and achievements. . We wlll advise and support Community groups helping them to maximise the potential of their worK for. with and on behalf of thelr communities. • We wlll assist rural community groups to help build Confidence and capacity to empower rural communities.
TADA Highlights April 2022-March 2023 MEMBER GROUPS Between April 1st 2022 and March 31st 2023. TADA gained 26 new members groups which brings the total to 429 174 Community Planning TADA PROGRAMMES 1991 TADA has benefitted 765 people directly through the ABC and LCC areas. 279 Rural Isolated People 2437 275 With a total of 7587 beneficiaries across our 4 funded programmes Rural Willages 2169 Marginalised Minority Communities 37 irect Support Total Beneficiaries 990 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 WORKSHOPS & TRAINING e)0 65 126 PARTICIPATED IN ARTS & CRAFrs WORKSHOPS SUCH AS CERAMICS AND QUILTING PARTICIPATED IN CAPAcrrY TrAINING INCLUDING GOOD GOVERNANCE. SAFEGUARDING. CHARrrY REGISTrATION, FOOD HYGIENE AND FIRST AID
PARTNERSHIPS POP-UP COMMUNITY HUB TADA and DART (Down Armagh Rural Transport Partnership) were pleased to hold our first 'Creating Sustainable Communities, program held the first of their pop-up hub. We endeavoured to re-connect with community groups. encouraging them to resume participation and involvement. The event included stalls from PCSP. Action Mental Health, Little House of Calm aromatherapies. Healthy Kidz f itness demonstrations and Farm Family Health Checks. The event took place on Wednesday 18th May 2022 and was attended by 73 individuals f rom different community groups and towns. MULTI-CULTURAL DAY TADA successfully hosted our Annual Multi- Cultural Day, funded by the Community Relations Council, was held at Millennium Court on October 1st 2022. This was a day of embracing diversity* learning from one another and fostering understanding. tolerance. and unity. We had over. We had over 200 attendees and it was a great way to see something new and showcased som• great acts courtesy of Artsekta. FIRE SAFETY: WARM HUB EVENT TADA secured funding from Electrical Safety First to enable us to host a Warm Hub event for our member groups and the local community. The hub was held in Brownlow Community Hub on January 25th 2023. This was a chance to meet up. have a cup of tea and get information from local organisations on how to stay safe and warm for tho rest of winter. We also gavo Out heaters, electric blankets and re¢hargeablo hot water bottles to over 30 groups to give to the vulnerable in their community. There was a total of 160 households who benefited from the items alone. lertrical Safety Fund
DAERA RMCGS IN 2022123,WE HELPED GUIDE 121 GROUPS THROUGH THE DAERA MICRO-GRANT PROCESS. THIS OFFERS GROUPS GRANTS TO TACKLE VITAL ISSUES OF LOCAL POVERTY AND I OR SOCIAL ISOLATION WHICH IS RARELY TARGETED BY OTHER GRANTS. IN TOTAL OUR GROUPS SECURED A TOTAL OF: £144,684.07 120 PARTICIPATED IN GOOD PRACTICE VISITS. 10 GROUPS COMING TOGETHER WITH . THIS IS A CHANCE TO SHOWCASE THE WORK GROUPS DO AND SHARE INFORMATION ON WAYS THAT WORKED WELL AND GIVE INSPIRATION kidz ste s to wellbeing 185 10 GROUPS PARTICIPATED IN HEALTHY KIDZ FITNESS PROGRAMME. THESE WERE A SERIES OF SPORTING ACTIVITIES ORGANISED FOR BOTH YOUNG AND OLD. PARTICIPATED IN TADAS 5 STEPS TO WELLBEING VIDEOS (NOW AVAILABLE ON YouruBE). THESE WERE DONE IN PARTNERSHIP wrrH THE PROTECT LIFE IMPLEMENTATION GROUP AND THE PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY. Banbtidge Agricultsfy Environment and Rural Affair8 Rank Foundation