Londonderry Bands ForumRegistered

The Objects of the Forum are: • To have a confident, competent membership with the ability to engage constructively with all levels of society in the interest of the band’s fraternity. • To promote through music the history, culture and marching heritage of bands and organise events such as concerts, parades, discussions and talks that further the objectives of the Forum members. • To develop a programme to enable people to understand and deal with issues of cultural difference, racism, sectarian, prejudice or conflict. • To gain acceptance and equality by challenging all prejudice, preconceptions, misconceptions and negativity of bands through education, honest dialogue and positive engagement. • Our volunteers will develop their own skills through communications, organising and co-ordinating activities of the organisation. These skills for both participants and volunteers can be transferred into other aspects of their life, be it academically or socially. • Through providing a range of activities to improve the general health and wellbeing of members and volunteers. • To act on behalf of and advise members on issues relating to Marching bands. The advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science