Urban Villages NI: Community- led approaches to Tourism

Tuesday 20 March 2018

We are delighted to be involved in a shared learning event on community–led approaches to tourism hosted by Urban Villages NI.

The event will highlight strategic initiatives led by tourism bodies, local government and other organisations; and collaborative community-led approaches across Belfast and Derry~Londonderry.  The event has been inspired by community led tourism projects in the EastSide Urban Village area which include:

  • AuthentiCity Scheme enabling residents to tell the stories of their areas

  • Technology supporting the East Belfast Augmented Reality story

  • EastSide Voices – Tourism through Communities shaped by Conflict

Attendees will:

  • Share learning on local tourism and maximising community benefits
  • Hear from regional and local government tourism leaders
  • Exhibition showcasing innovative community led projects  

Venue: Skainos Centre, 239 Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 1AF
Date: 28 March 2018
Time: 10am–1pm (followed by lunch)

Following the event, attendees can experience local tours highlighting cross-community perspectives and showcasing the use of technology (places will be limited).

If you are involved in tourism and would be interested in attending please email info@urbanvillagesni.org