Belfast Stories

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Historically, people with dependants have been more likely to engage with culture, which may reflect the volume and variety of programming aimed at children and families. However, this gap appears to be closing: in 2020/21, DfC reported that 89 per cent of people with dependants engaged in culture compared to 85 per cent of people without dependants (the difference is not statistically significant). We will start to test ways to gather stories based on what you have told us during the public consultation. It will also contain NI’s digital screen archive, which visitors can explore, supported by a year-round programme of talks and interactive events. Belfast Stories aims to showcase this trait and to create a world-class attraction which will allow visitors to explore and understand Belfast and Northern Ireland through our people’s lived experiences.” Belfast Stories is the life and timesof a legendary city, told exclusively by the people who call it home. The term ‘visitor attraction’ describes its intention, but hardly does it justice, because this is an opportunity for everyone connected with this vibrant, brilliant and complicated place to have their story recorded and recounted. It’s a celebration of untold tales and unsung heroes. It’s a new angle on the familiar, a different perspective on what we thought we already knew. How to use this document

This stage is also known as RIBA 2, RIBA are stages in a plan of work recommended by the Royal Institute of British Architects. Ahead of starting to further develop the design brief, we will run a public consultation from 10 August to 14 November 2022, and it will gather ideas and evidence to help shape the design brief. It will focus on: However, digital solutions do not work for everyone: according to Age-friendly Belfast, 51 per cent of people aged 65 and over in Belfast have never accessed the internet. The screen centre will also support the local film industry with developmental space, flexible learning spaces and a story lab. There will be a particular focus on children and young people. Social A summary of the principles and themes from the framework for gathering stories is included at appendix 2 at the end of this document. Approach to consultation and engagement Consultation is a process by which Belfast City Council communicates with its residents and stakeholders so that it can make better decisions about things that affect them.We’re grateful to all those involved in the international design competition for supporting us to attract the highest calibre of talent to match the ambition we have for this unique destination,” he said. Belfast City Council’s tourism strategy 2022(link opens in new window) places authentic, local stories as key to attracting visitors to the city. It identifies Belfast Stories as a physical home for some of these stories and the flagship investment in product development in the city: The membership of the steering group will change as one of its roles will be to continually ask itself “Who else needs to be part of the discussion around this table?”

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Belfast City Council’s Consultation and Engagement Framework describes a broad spectrum of two-way communication (from consultation to engagement to involvement) between the council and its residents and stakeholders. It recognises that effective dialogue helps make decisions, policies and services that are better suited to the people they are intended to benefit. Findings from consultation to date

Members of Belfast City Council’s Equality Consultative Forum will be notified of this EQIA and invited to respond. Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Kate Nicholl said the announcement marked a “significant moment” for the city and its future. We cannot make this happen without engaging the organisations that work in the city and the people who call it home. Together we have the knowledge, insight and ideas to bring our stories to life.” A City Creating (new approaches): Priorities under this theme will facilitate and explore new ways of working, taking more risks and helping artists to have more autonomy to engage with citizens in new and creative ways. Inspired by their experience and curiosity, visitors will then be encouraged to explore the rest of the city and beyond – uncovering the mosaic of attractions that make up the best Belfast has to offer. Screen

An integrated design team has now been appointed for the project following a 12-month competition led by Belfast City Council and supported by the Royal Institute of British Architects (Riba).