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Ulster-Scots Language Week 2025

Ulster-Scots Language Week 2025

Derry City and Strabane District Council is currently inviting applications from individuals, groups, and organisations who wish to develop projects, events or activities to celebrate Ulster-Scots Language Week due to take place from 24-28 November 2025.

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Applicants can apply for a grant up to a maximum value of £250 by completing the application form below.

Applicants must demonstrate how the project, event or activity will promote greater awareness, understanding and appreciation of the Ulster-Scots language. Please note that the Ulster-Scots language must be integral to the project; only projects which demonstrate that language is at the core of the proposal will be deemed eligible.

The definition of ‘project, event or activity’ will be interpreted as broadly as possible provided the proposal demonstrates that it can act to enhance awareness, understanding and appreciation of the Ulster-Scots language.Some examples of eligible projects, events and activities are included below, but please note that this list is illustrative rather than exhaustive. If you are unsure about whether your proposal meets the eligibility criteria, please get in touch.
 

Examples of eligible projects, events and activities:

Language learning events e.g. classes, workshops
Language awareness projects e.g. presentations, webinars, resources
Lectures, talks or workshops about the Ulster-Scots language
Events which showcase original work in Ulster-Scots e.g. writing, poetry, music
Drama, performance-based, and/or participatory activities
Creative writing, storytelling, poetry, or spoken word events
Creative media e.g. short film, video, digital, multimedia, social media content
Visual arts-based projects
 

Application Form

Download your application form HERE

Deadline:
Please submit your application via email to [email protected] before 12 noon on Friday 26th of September 2025

Further information:
DCSDC Languages Team
[email protected]
T: 028 71 376 579

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