About the Foyle Multicultural Forum

Benefits that Make a Difference

“Just What Are The Benefits?”

• Member individuals & groups are brought together, creating a collective, stronger voice
• Provides the ability to discuss relevant issues affecting the local minority ethnic community
• There is an opportunity to network & improve communication between groups
• A way to reduce feelings of isolation experienced by some groups
• To reduce fragmentation within the local minority ethnic sector
• Allows for a co-ordinated approach to activities, events & funding
• Provides an opportunity to influence policy
• An environment to share ideas, experience & good practice
• A forum will act as a support mechanism for minority ethnic community groups in their growth and in developing their ability to offer services
• The existence of a forum encourages partnerships: e.g. with local authorities, health agencies & the community and voluntary sector to aid the development of services for the minority ethnic sector

Statutory Bodies Working with the Forum

“Working With Us on an advisory capacity...”

• Western Health Action Zone
• Western Health and Social care trust
• Western & Education Library Board N.I.
• PSNI
• Derry City Council Community Relations Officer
• Limavady Council Community Relations Officer
• North West Regional College
• North & West Housing
• NI Housing Executive
• Londonderry Chamber of Commerce
• NI Fire & Rescue Service

FMF Staff

“Power in Numbers”