Lord Mayor's Message
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This year coincides with the 22nd edition of the Lord Mayor’s Community Voluntary Awards. Once again, we celebrate the rich voluntary effort, dedication, and 'building communities' ethos in our city. More than 600 organisations are engaged in the community and voluntary sector. In essence, they form the heart of Cork society and in a sense its caring DNA of togetherness and solidarity. This year, awards are made in six different categories. Such categories aim to celebrate the wide-ranging activities in our communities and also serve to connect to Cork City Council's community programme and collaboration supports and vision for community life within our city. 3 organisations are shortlisted in each category with one being selected as deserving of special recognition. In addition to the award, a donation of €500 is awarded to assist the organisation in furthering its aims. The overall winner is presented with the perpetual trophy, an award of €1000, and a bursary worth €2000 from our principal sponsor The Echo/ Echolive.ie The closing date for nominations is Friday 4th April 2025. Cllr. Dan Boyle, Lord Mayor
CATEGORIES FOR 2025 : ARTS, CULTURE, RECREATION & HERITAGE Arts, Irish language activities, festivals, music, poetry, promoting cultural heritage. CLIMATE ACTION, ACTIVE TRAVEL & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Housing estate management, area clean-up, housing agencies, sustainable development projects, community garden development, climate action initiatives COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & LIFELONG LEARNING Community associations, community development projects, family resource centres, community créches, education initiatives, lifelong learning. RECREATION, SPORT, HEALTH & WELL BEING Sports development, Health initiatives, mental health, and wellbeing initiatives, community health, sexual health, awareness raising around medical conditions, trauma-sensitive initiatives, mindfulness. SOCIAL INCLUSION, ADVOCACY & INTEGRATION Information/advice services, advocacy groups, equality, social inclusion, trade unions, credit unions, Integration services, social enterprises, multicultural activities. SOCIAL SERVICES, CHARITIES & ENVIRONMENT Charitable providers, children, and youth, age-friendly services, civic participation, community watch, emergency support. CLOSING DATE FOR NOMINATIONS IS FRIDAY 4th APRIL 2025 If you require assistance in completing this application, please contact catherine_foley@corkcity.ie or call 021 4924099 Winners will be announced at a Civic Ceremony in Cork City Hall on Wednesday 7th May 2025. Á chur i láthair ag Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí le tacaíocht ón |
