St. Anthony’s Park (Ongoing) Traveller Tenant Participation Programme Developed by the TLO the Traveller Tenant Participation Program is a community-driven initiative designed to support the Traveller community in Cork City by enhancing their tenancy sustainment and promoting active engagement in their living environments. The programme is delivered by a researcher/practitioner in social engagement from the Living Commons and they focus on providing tailored training, resources, and support to help Travellers better understand their tenancy rights and responsibilities, develop leadership skills, and participate in decision-making processes related to their housing schemes and halting sites.
The program also fosters community cohesion by creating platforms for Travellers to share experiences, voice concerns, and collaborate on improving their living conditions. Ultimately, this initiative aims to empower the Traveller community, reduce tenancy- related issues, and build stronger, more inclusive communities within Cork City. Women from St. Anthony’s Park have begun exploring the formation of a committee similar to the Meelagh group. Community Cultures of Care Programme The Community Cultures of Care is a programme led by a socially engaged researcher/practitioner including a horticulturalists and participatory artists from the Living Commons, and supported by the TLO. The programme within the Meelagh and St. Anthony’s Pa rk tenant participation initiatives is centred on fostering a holistic approach to community well-being, where environmental sustainability and collective responsibility intersect with social empowerment. Grounded in participatory practice, this programme embraces a framework that encourages tenants to engage in self- organised, peer-to-peer learning, reinforcing the idea that care for oneself is intrinsically linked to care for the broader community. Drawing on the principles of social practice art and participatory methods, the programme aims to cultivate a culture where community members take ownership of both the physical environment and the social fabric that binds them together. By positioning care as a communal value, the initiative supports tenants in addressing issues like waste management and environmental sustainability through collaborative, creative processes. The focus is not solely on practical outcomes but on fostering a deeper sense of agency, belonging, and empowerment among participants.
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