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International Planned Parenthood Federation

IPPF Annual Conference Reception

25th June, 2015

Approximately 120 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

Delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the meeting will take place within the city.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks

Approximate cost £500

Queen's University Belfast

British Association for American Studies and the Irish Association for American Studies

7th April, 2016

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

Delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the meeting will take place within the city.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks

Approximate cost £500

Primary Science Teaching Trust

PSTT International Conference 2016

9th June, 2016

Approximately 300 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

Delegates will be staying in accommodation in Belfast and the meeting will take place within the city.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks

Approximate cost £500

36th (Ulster) Division Memorial Association Arts and Cultural Society

Battle of the Somme Centenary Dinner

10th June, 2016

Approximately 350 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of a drinks reception

This event will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and acknowledge the contribution and achievements of the 36th (Ulster) Division.  This application was endorsed by the Diversity Group at its meeting on 3rd March.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of wine and soft drinks

Approximate cost £500

NI4Kids Limited

Ni4Kids Family Awards

29th June, 2015

Approximately 250 attending

The use of the City Hall and provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits

This event will recognise the individuals and companies who constantly strive to improve the lives of families with young children. Among the awards presented will be: Family Visitor Attraction of the Year; Primary School Teacher of the Year; Family Support Organisation of the Year; and Family Event of the Year.  The individual family member award categories are an opportunity to recognise outstanding achievements in overcoming adversity and dedication by individuals to their families.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’ and in addition would contribute to the Council’s thematic area of Children and Young People.

The use of the City Hall and provision of hospitality in the form of tea/coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £625

British Institute of Cleaning Science

Northern Ireland Cleaner of the Year 2013

14th September, 2015

Approximately 50 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event seeks to acknowledge the vital role of cleaners across various industries in Northern Ireland.

The event will also aim to recognise those individuals who have been nominated within their respective industries for undertaking their duties to a high standard.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £125

The Fostering Network, Northern Ireland

Fostering Achievement Awards

19th September, 2015

Approximately 200 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event will recognise the achievements of young people in foster care in Belfast.  It will provide the opportunity to celebrate and encourage some of the most vulnerable young people in our society.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’ and in addition would contribute to the Council’s thematic area of Children and Young People.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximately cost £500

Safeguarding Board NI and Parenting NI

Launch of “The More You Know, The More You See”

21st April, 2015

Approximately 120 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event will provide the opportunity to launch the Northern Ireland showing of “Chelsea’s Choice” a hard-hitting forty minute theatre production which has proven highly successful in raising awareness amongst young people of the issues surrounding child sexual exploitation.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’ and in addition would contribute to the Council’s thematic area of Children and Young People.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £300

Community Places and Ulster University

Launch of: Community Participation in Planning Erasmus+ Partnership Project

23rd April, 2015

Approximately 60 attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event will provide the opportunity to explore how people and communities can participate in the planning and delivery of public services and in the development of both community and local development planning

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Themes of ‘City Leadership, Strong, Fair and Together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £150

Jigsaw Community Counselling Centre

Launch of “The heART Room”

8th May, 2015

Approximately 60 people attending

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

This event will launch “The heART Room” a project funded by Children in Need which provides free art therapy to children and young people whilst providing a safe and confidential environment for the expression of their concerns.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City leadership, strong, fair and together’ and ‘Better support for people and communities’ and in addition would contribute to the Council’s thematic area of Children and Young People.

The use of the City Hall and the provision of hospitality in the form of tea, coffee and biscuits

Approximate cost £150

Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry Annual Lunch

18th June, 2015

Approximately 400 attending

The use of the City Hall.

The Annual Lunch aims to provide a networking opportunity in order to encourage investment and business development opportunities for Belfast and beyond.  The event, which will include representatives from both Local and Central Government, also seeks to facilitate discussion on economic and social regeneration.

This event would contribute to the Council’s Key Theme of ‘City Leadership – Strong, Fair, Together’ and ‘Better opportunities for success across the city’.

The use of the City Hall.