22 September 2009
GAA CUL CAMP ‘HELPS TO REDUCE TENSION IN INTERFACE AREA’
Press Release
As part of the activities to reduce tensions within the Upper Springfield /Springmartin areas of West Belfast particularly the interface on the Ballygomartin Road, an exciting programme of events was put into place by the local community youth workers and the Ulster Council’s GAA Upper Springfield Project, over the summer months.
This programme, was part of the Intervention Project, included street parties, water sport activities, BBQ’s and other events including single identity work programmes, and this year also included an exciting new element specific to the Gaelic Athletic Association’s: “Cul Camp”.
The Cul Camp took place from Monday 10th August to Friday 14th August in Corrigan Park Belfast. 35 children from Upper Springfield took part in the Cul Camp which provided the opportunity for young people to participate in a range activities and skills associated with Gaelic football and hurling.
Gerry Mc Clory Development Officer for the Ulster Council said “The Ulster Council are delighted to be associated with this scheme and welcomed the opportunity to work in partnership with local communities”.
Stuart Kennedy Upper Springfield Intervention project co-ordinator commented, “This partnership will help to reduce tensions along the interface, demonstrating clearly what can be achieved whenever different disciplines take a willing approach to working with the local communities.”
