|
|
Article: Sectarianism still prevalent in Derry's deeply segregated communities.
- Article from:
- Derry Journal (Derry, Northern Ireland)
- Article date:
- July 2, 2008
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 2008 Johnston Publishing Ltd. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
New research by Queen's University has highlighted the prevalence of segregation and sectarianism among young people in some of Derry's most deprived communities.
"The Facts, Fears and Feelings" project explores the impact of sectarianism in everyday life for more than 100 young people, aged 16-35, in both Derry and Belfast.Through their involvement in the study, some of the young people went on to develop the Cut It Out! Stand Together Against Sectarianism campaign. This unique initiative involved the distribution of more than 3,000 badges and ads on cross-town buses in Derry, asking people to take a stand against sectarianism.Dr Rosellen Roche, a social ...