Grant Scheme to celebrate Doric culture in the North East launched
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DORIC culture in the North East is set to come under the spotlight with the launch of the Doric Board New Year Awards 2023.
The annual awards, the fourth to be held, have opened for applications from projects which celebrate the region's Doric culture.
That includes language, music, ballads, songs stories, history and lore as well as the creativity of those who live and work in the area.
Grants of up to £1000 will be made available for those who live in the North East to assist with funding of projects which promote the language, traditions and culture of the region.
Frieda Morrison, Doric Board chair, said: "The quality and diversity of last year’s large number of applications was another clear illustration of the unwavering support which exists for the language and culture.
“We hope that the launch of the 2023 New Year Awards will inspire applications which further underline the wealth of pride and passion there is for Doric, and we look forward to supporting a range of work.”
The scheme is part of the founding aim of the Doric Board and was created with the support of the Scottish Government to develop and support a sustainable, dynamic future
for Doric as a vibrant language.
The Doric Board (North-East Tradition and Language - NETAL) aims to be a powerful voice for social and economic regeneration, and a driver towards a national Scots language board.
Applications should be emailed to The Doric Board by December 12 , 2022.
Funds will be made available to successful applicants in mid-January 2023.
To find out more, visit the website at www.doricboard.com or email info@doricboard.com.
