East Belfast Community Development Agency and the East Belfast Race Relations Network are providing welcome packs to new residents, aiming to make them feel integrated and supported.
Dozens of special welcome packs have been handed out to new families making east Belfast their home. They include a small model of the world famous Harland and Wolff cranes, which dominate the local skyline, as well as Tayto crisps. The initiative is being delivered by the East Belfast Race Relations Network in an effort to welcome all to the area. It is part of a project by the East Belfast Community Development Agency aided through a £497,197 grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Katy Allen, who works on the ground with East Belfast Community Development Agency, said the area – like many in Northern Ireland – is becoming increasingly diverse, adding it is important for all residents to feel welcome. “Mental health in particular can be badly affected after a big change. There’s a clear need for a resource for people to get support and feel welcome. So, we’ve been working with East Belfast Race Relations Network for over a year on a ‘Welcome Pack’ which is personally delivered,” she said. “The packs are for anyone who is new to east Belfast, whether you’re from another part of the city, or another part of the world. It’s the personal and small things that make a big difference and that is definitely the idea here. “There’s a welcome letter and information on all local support and services, useful facts like when to put your bin out and the nearest community centre, park, doctor and shop. “We also include some Tayto crisps and an ornament of the Harland and Wolff cranes, it’s a personal touch which shows people they are welcome here, and this just means so much.” One young mother and her family who recently moved to east Belfast described moving house as a very stressful time for them, adding she was very grateful for the welcome pac
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