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Cultúrlann - sharing premises
12 November, 2011Last updated2 August, 2024Shared space can be the catalyst for community building. The formation of Cultúrlann as a second Irish language school in Belfast grew into a space to promote Irish arts and culture and attracted the many organisations that now reside there.Viewfinder 10
20 October, 2011Last modified10 December, 2024This viewfinder survey focuses specifically on two key themes; collaborative working and the impact of public sector cuts on the voluntary and community sector.PIPS Newry & Mourne - embracing a culture of collaborative working
12 October, 2011Last updated2 August, 2024More VCSE organisations are strengthening their offer to beneficiaries by working in partnership. This example highlights one organisation working with multiple partners to provide a broader range of services to beneficiaries than it could alone.Alpha Housing - example of a VCSE merger
10 October, 2011Last updated2 August, 2024For a merger to succeed in the VCSE sector, finding a partner with a similar ethos and having a strong board leading and supporting the process are enormous assets. This case study presents the successful merger of two housing associations.The Bytes Project - working in collaboration with Tides Training
11 September, 2011Last updated2 August, 2024This case study examines how collaboration grew from a simple enquiry to address staff training needs. A shared ethos and strong relationship between CEOs resulted in innovative training for staff and service users and new business opportunities.Breakfast at Madison’s - VIM sharing back office services
11 July, 2011Last updated2 August, 2024MACS, Include Youth and VOYPIC have all embraced the spirit of collaborative working. This case study presents an example of the investment of time and relationship building that may be required to form a collaborative project in the early stages.