NI Together CIC

NI Together CIC

07548938508

Diversity, inclusion and integration in action

What We Do...

We create and host safe, inclusive and impartial spaces in which to explore issues around diversity, inclusion and the experience of asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. We do this by offering workshops and diversity experiences to local groups and organisations, that are uniquely effective at bringing people together and fostering connections that help dissolve the barriers to genuine integration.

Supporting our community

Belfast Friendship Club (BFC) is run by the members for the members, where those attending forge meaningful connections and friendships with others irrespective of their backgrounds. Its sole aim is to welcome newcomers into a space of equity, respect and solidarity rather than charity.

Members meet each week in a cafe in a neutral area of Belfast. The cafe that has become their home hosts between 20-60 people every Thursday night from 20+ nationalities, all ages and all backgrounds. 20-25% of their members are local and contribute to the vibrant intercultural integration in action.

Our impact on the community

Quotations:'Sometime I was feeling so down that it was the only thing in the week that made me happy, that gave me some hope' (asylum seeker). 'I felt like part of the community, not being on my own any more' (migrant worker).'It makes you feel at home and welcome in Belfast'(EU volunteer). 'BFC - an inspiring movement that encourages community cohesion (and so much more) across social class, faith, nationality & ethnicity.' Robert McCrea, CEO, Migrant Help.

Volunteers needed

We would like people to come along to the club first and see how their skills and interests fit.

What your gift could provide

£10

provides transport / lunch for a day's voluntary work outside Belfast

£30

pays for a night's accommodation on the BFC holiday for one member

£100

helps sustain the background work needed to keep the club running

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Charity Information

Telephone: 07548938508

Address: 83 University Street, Belfast Antrim BT7 1HP