Beyond Skin

We are Creative Innovators in Peacebuilding: Enabling the Arts as the dialogue to assist the development of a more peaceful, equal and intercultural society free from racism & sectarianism.

Security in Diversity

Through the cohesiveness and chemistry of a diverse team of artists using their gifts for the greater good we design and facilitate innovative creative projects & solutions that strengthen community relations, nurture peace processes, and promote interaction between different cultures.

The work of Beyond Skin began January 2004 in Northern Ireland responding to the rise in racism & sectarianism influenced by the legacy of conflict.

Flagship programmes include the Orchestre des Réfugiés et Amis & #ArtsDialogue, an international intergenerational team of musicians, artists, producers, writers & peace activists.

"With such a diverse team based locally and internationally, we are like a little United Nations but without the guns" - Darren Ferguson (Founder)

"If you want a powerful good relations programme in your area and to maximise community engagement, you could do no better than enlist the Beyond Skin team. They are by far the most creative, dedicated and professional delivery agent I have ever worked with” – Jan O’Neill (Good Relations Officer)

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On 16th January 2004 Beyond Skin was formally constituted as an organisation that would address racism & sectarianism by bringing people together and reaching out through the arts.

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Following on from the very successful WOMAD 2013 Outreach Programme, information is now available on request regarding the 2014 programme

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Beyond Skin and WOMAD are now preparing for the 2014 outreach programme.

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WOMEX is an international networking platform for the world music industry. The annual five-day event comprises a bustling Trade Fair, Showcase Festival, Conference, and Film programme, as well as festive Opening and Award ceremonies.

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As part of the East Belfast Arts Festival the 2nd WOMAD (World Of Music, Arts & Dance) showcase event was held at Skainos in East Belfast on 30th August 2013

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Emotions were steaming at the Skainos Centre in East Belfast on Saturday as musicians lined up to perform at this year’s East Belfast Arts Festival ran into problems over a flag.

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Performers from the WOMAD outreach Showcase are gearing up for their outreach showcase, using world music, arts and dance to bridge cultural relations and promote cultural learning, as part of the East Belfast Arts Festival on Friday 30th August.

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WOMAD workshops available for youth groups in Belfast. July - 30th August.
World Music, Dance & Arts.
All delivered at your the space where you meet.
www.womadbelfast.org

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In partnership with WOMAD, Beyond Skin have planned and launched a four year 'Outreach Programme' plan which provides workshops, showcase events & festivals involving schools, community groups and more across Ireland.

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Belfast's first WOMAD public event takes place 21st June at T13 Titanic Quarter as part of the WOMAD Belfast Outreach Programme.

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  • Darren Ferguson