Held in the highest regard, our treasured possessions are the things that we most want others to see and appreciate as much as we do. For some, it’s the china on display in the cabinet, or the crystal clock on the mantle, that take pride of place. For others, it’s the neighbourhood where they live.
The ‘Pride of Place’ Competition is geared towards such civic minded people. Co-operation Ireland and Dublin City Council are proud to present once again this prestigious all island competition, to celebrate community contributions to local society and the creation of civic pride.
The competition acknowledges the fantastic selfless work being done by people in communities all over the island of Ireland. It fosters viable, vibrant and visible communities. It also recognises the efforts being made to create communities for the future whilst respecting the heritage and culture of the past. Finally, it gives Dublin City Council a further opportunity to participate in the heart of our communities because we recognise that in addition to providing essential services, we also have a responsibility to build communities. Entry to the competition is by way of council nomination only.
There is just no stopping Woodlawn Residents’ Association from the North Central Area in Dublin!
Following on from their success in winning the City Neighbourhoods Competition 2010 outright, they have also won the “Best Housing Estate in Ireland” category in the Pride of Place competition (http://prideofplace.cooperationireland.org/). Local area staff assisted Woodlawn with their entry by producing a book and DVD to complement their application. This can be viewed on http://vimeo.com/channels/88236 and is also on the near home page: www.near.ie
Local TD and Minister for Transport, Noel Dempsey, announced the winners at the gala ceremony, which was hosted by Meath County Council in the Knightsbrook Hotel and part sponsored by Indaver and IPB on Saturday last, 13th November, 2010.
The Pride of Place Competition recognises and celebrates the vital contributions that community partnerships make to society. The focus is on people coming together to shape, change and enjoy all that is good about their local area. It differs from other similar projects in that they specifically recognise the involvement of the local community in all aspects of rural and urban regeneration including, promoting social cohesion, involvement in planning, the promotion of heritage and environmental awareness.
Many congratulations to Woodlawn and the North Central Area! |
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LATEST NEWS AUGUST 2011
Dublin City Council is delighted to nominate Donaghmede Estate to represent the North Central Area in the 2011 competition. Regular winners in the City Neighbourhoods Competition, Donaghmede estate is an ideal nomination to represent the pride of North Central Area.
Judging took place on 17th August. The date and time of the award ceremony will be notified at a later date. Fingers crossed for the Donaghmede Estate!