Community Development aims to strengthen local communities, increase capacity and participation. It promotes social inclusion and cohesion through a range of support functions to assist local community and voluntary groups deliver services.
We can help with:
• Setting up community and voluntary groups
• Governance
• Finance and funding
• Policies and procedures
• Human resources
• Representation and engagement
• Volunteer development
• Building capacity
Community Development Outreach Clinics
Our team are currently planning outreach clinics across Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council for 2026. Community and Voluntary groups will be able to access these clinics via drop-in to engage with our community development team for support and guidance. We can also offer bespoke support, both in person and through tailored resources such as our Toolkit for New and Established Community Groups. To arrange support, please contact Community Services on 028 9244 7713 or email community.services@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk.