Burnfoot Community Association receives funding for intergenerational art project

Brushstrokes in Burnfoot… Pictured in front of artwork produced as part of Burnfoot Community Association’s Intergenerational art project are, (left to right), Louise Wilson, Alison Purcell, Housing Executive Team Leader, Limavady, Athline Simpson, Jack Simpson, Hannah Wilson (front), Olive Simpson, May Black, Christina Smyth, Facilitator, Meraki Art NI, Gladys Wilson and James Roxborough (front). | Housing Executive

placeholder image — Brushstrokes in Burnfoot… Pictured in front of artwork produced as part of Burnfoot Community Association’s Intergenerational art project are, (left to right), Louise Wilson, Alison Purcell, Housing Executive Team Leader, Limavady, Athline Simpson, Jack Simpson, Hannah Wilson (front), Olive Simpson, May Black, Christina Smyth, Facilitator, Meraki Art NI, Gladys Wilson and James Roxborough (front). | Housing Executive

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive has awarded £2,480 to Burnfoot Community Association to deliver an intergenerational art project, which will bring residents of all ages together through creativity and community engagement.

Burnfoot Community Association has received funding from the Northern Ireland Housing Executive to deliver an innovative Intergenerational Art project aimed at bringing residents of all ages together through creativity and community engagement.

Awarded £2,480 through the Housing Executive's Community Involvement Grant Programme the project will consist of a series of intergenerational art workshops and public displays that will strengthen community connections, foster inclusion and promote wellbeing within the Burnfoot area.

Katrina Roxborough, Centre Co-Ordinator, Burnfoot Community Centre, said: "We are delighted to receive this funding from the Housing Executive to deliver our Intergenerational Art project.

Creative in Burnfoot…Proud to display the artwork produced as part of Burnfoot Community Association’s Intergenerational art project are, front row (left to right), William Semple, Louise Wilson, Mark Roxborough, James Roxborough, May Black and Katrina Roxborough, Centre Co-Ordinator, Burnfoot Community Centre. | Housing Executive

“This initiative will bring together people from across our community, creating opportunities for younger and older generations to connect, learn from one another and celebrate the unique stories and experiences that make Burnfoot such a vibrant place to live.

“Many thanks to, Christina Smyth from Meraki Art NI, the facilitator of this wonderful initiative which will use creativity and collaboration to strengthen community relationships, enhance wellbeing and inspire greater pride in our local area."

Alison Purcell, Housing Executive Team Leader, Limavady added: “The Housing Executive is pleased to support Burnfoot Community Association through our Community Involvement Grant Programme.

“By engaging residents of all ages in a shared creative experience, the project will help build stronger, more inclusive communities and contribute positively to wellbeing and community cohesion."