The Peaceplus initiative focuses on transforming the relationships between travellers, Roma, black minority ethnic communities and the majority population.
The programme will see the delivery of training in recognising and countering discrimination, racism, and prejudice to 110+ youth and adult participants in the Letterkenny-Milford municipal district, including workshops and events that align with the Donegal Travellers' Project Strategic Plan 2021-2026.
"Pride Not Prejudice' is a powerful example of how we can build bridges, challenge prejudice, and create a more inclusive society through meaningful engagement and shared learning,” Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Paul Canning, said. “Imagine a community where people of every background, cultural, ethnic, generational, or geographical, work side by side, learn from one another, and build something greater together. That is the vision we are striving for in Donegal.”
Special guest speaker David Friel of Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Letterkenny added, “'Pride Not Prejudice is a step towards a more inclusive Donegal, a more equal Ireland, and a future built not on fear but on collective pride.”
Funded through the Peaceplus Programme and supported by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), this initiative is part of Donegal's Local Action Plan under Theme 3, Building Respect for all Cultural Identities. The broader plan will see €7.6 million allocated to 32 peacebuilding projects across the country between 2025 and 2027.
The programme is organised by The Donegal Travellers Project, in partnership with Donegal County Council. It was attended by staff from the Donegal Travellers Project, the Roma Project, Peaceplus staff from Donegal County Council, Cllr Declan Meehan, and representatives from affiliated community organisations such as Donegal Youth Service and Donegal Intercultural Platform.
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