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Young People Policy Statement

Young people should be recognised as a vital resource in our society and treated with dignity and respect.  They should have effective support to enable them to contribute positively to the community...

Women Policy Statement

Women’s groups are a lifeline in many communities, particularly in some of the most disadvantaged.  The position of women and women’s organisations has not changed significantly in the past year... 

Urban Regeneration Policy Statement

The commitment contained within the Programme for Government and the Joint Declaration of the British and Irish Governments to bringing forward a strategic and integrated approach aimed at regenerating areas of greatest disadvantage, particularly those that have suffered from the worst impact of the Troubles, is much welcomed...

Education Policy Statement

Northern Ireland should actively promote itself as a leading region for lifelong learning.  Our shockingly high rates of poor literacy (almost 25% of adults have only basic literacy and numeracy) place us amongst the worst regions in Europe... 

Transport Policy Statement

Northern Ireland is over-dependent on the motor car and this is one of the major failures in public policy development of the last forty years... 

Sectarianism Policy Statement

Sectarianism is not a problem confined to interfaces where violence flares up periodically.  It is something that is found at every level of society right across Northern Ireland...

Rural Development Policy Statement

Organisations working in the area of rural development welcomed the reference within the Programme for Government to ‘rural proofing’ across all government departments... 

Older People Policy Statement

In updating its 1982 world strategy, the United Nations has recognised ageing as one of the three major challenges now facing the world...  

Poverty and Social Inclusion Policy

The voluntary and community sector believes that it is desirable to build a socially cohesive and just society.  Research has shown that the most socially cohesive regions in Europe are the most successful... 

Human Rights Policy Statement

Human rights protection for all citizens is essential in a democratic society.  The perception of human rights ‘belonging’ to certain groups to the exclusion of all others must be addressed... 

Housing & Homelessness Policy Statement

Having a decent home is fundamental to personal wellbeing and social inclusion.  It provides security, promotes health and gives a firm platform for creating social networks, capitalising on educational opportunities and securing employment.

Health Policy Statement

The voluntary and community sector has a long history in a wide range of health issues as both an advocate and service provider... 

Europe Policy Statement

Northern Ireland has gained greatly from membership of the European Union in many ways – not least the financial support which has brought tangible social, economic and infrastructure benefits...

Equality Policy Statement

Policy Equality is fundamental to developing a shared understanding between people and to building a new Northern Ireland.  Equality issues affect everyone.  Without equality, both in legislation as well as practice, Northern Ireland cannot become a stable, prosperous society.

Environment Policy Statement

Sustainable development is one of the most pressing issues facing Northern Ireland today.  It is not purely an environmental issue, but cuts across the boundaries of all government departments, taking in social, economic and environmental aspects...

Community Development Policy Statement

Policy Community development in Northern Ireland is a process which embraces community action, community service, community work and other community endeavour

Children Policy Statement

Policy Some significant steps have been taken by the devolved administration to promote children’s interests at structural, administrative and policy levels...

Charity law policy manifesto statement

A statement on charity law from the NICVA Policy Manifesto document

Carers Policy Manifesto Statement

Thousands of people act as carers in Northern Ireland and carry an unacceptable burden in looking after sick and dependent relatives...

Disability policy manifesto statement

Policy People with disabilities should have equal rights and opportunities within an inclusive society.  

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