Dickson Supports Cultural Awareness Week

Alliance East Antrim MLA, Stewart Dickson, was delighted to support this year’s Community Relations and Cultural Awareness Week which is taking place between 19th and 25th September 2016.

Stewart Dickson MLA said: “Building a United Community strategy it is an opportunity to celebrate all aspects of our culture and heritage, promote cultural diversity and tackle sectarianism and racism head on.

“The Week will provide a platform for organisations and groups from the community and voluntary sectors, arts, culture, sport, education and the wider public sector to showcase innovative approaches to good relations and building a united and shared community.

“The theme for this year is ‘Building the Future Together’ and will focus particularly on youth and looking at how all members of our society can shape the future to be a positive space in which our diversity is celebrated.”

Mr Dickson concluded: “Anyone wanting to get involved or learn more about it should go to the Community Relations website."