The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland condemn the violent attacks in Belfast during the weekend

5 Aug 2024

The Community Foundation NI condemn the violent attacks in Belfast during the weekend.

The Chief Executive for the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland, Róisín Wood, has condemned the scenes of violence and the serious attacks on businesses and communities seen in Belfast over the weekend.

Chief Executive of the Foundation Róisín Wood said: “The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland condemn the scenes of violence and the serious attacks on businesses and communities seen in Belfast over the weekend.

“Many families, women and children in Belfast have been terrorised by these criminal actions and will now be living in fear of future violence.”

“Xenophobia, racism, or islamophobia have no place in our society and violence and destruction have no place in Belfast or anywhere in Northern Ireland.

“We send our support to those affected by this violence, including those businesses and communities that were attacked and intimidated as well as those experiencing ongoing threats. It is incumbent on all of our political and community leaders to unite against hate, ensure communities and businesses are protected, and speak with one voice in condemnation of this violence.

“The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland will continue to work with and support communities across Northern Ireland to increase understanding across communities and to help build a society where all cultures and identities are supported, celebrated and included.

“We will be reaching out and continuing to support our grantees across affected areas and communities to offer support and solidarity.”

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