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BELFAST MELA 2010

The Belfast Mela returned to the Botanic Gardens for it's biggest event to date. Featuring a huge collection of artists, such as Eternal Taal, Desi Brave Hearts and Ulfah Collective, who are a Muslim Gospel Choir, the festival brings a favour of world culture to the city each year.

SAILORTOWN

Belfast environmentalist and R&B singer Del Halligan is passionate about the dockland area of Sailortown, currently being redeveloped to the point of extinction. Halligan mourns in words and music the loss not just of a place, but of the community which once lived and worked there.

Gabhla -  Scoil Samhraidh

Ar Oileán Gabhla a reachtáil an Cumann Ailtireachta agus Oidhreachta Uladh Scoil Samhraidh chun séan scileanna tógála a theagasc do dhaoine agus chun Teach Charlie Ned a athdhéanamh sa dóigh tradisiúnta.

The Ulster Architectural and Heritage Society ran a Summer Building School on Gola Island to teach people traditional building skills and to renovate Charlie Ned House in the traditional way.

The Elderflowers Dance Company

As part of their services the Wave Trauma Centre helps people who have been affected by the Troubles. This documentary tells the story of 3 young people through their experiences at the centre.

A film by Clément Lesbarrères

OUR GENERATION - J B VALLELY

Painter and musician J B Vallely talks about his life and work as one of Northern Ireland's most respected and productive artists. Born in Armagh, J B Vallely was painting from an early age and by the time he was thirty was regarded as one of the most exciting Irish painters. He talks about his love of music, his one man show celebrating 50 years and his fondness for Armagh.

BECOMING IRISH: STORIES OF AN INDIAN COMMUNITY

Set against the backdrop of the last forty years, members of the Indian community reflect on their experiences of life, the Troubles, the establishment of the Indian Community Centre and their integration into the wider Northern Irish society.

MACS

Mulholland after care service provides a service for youth who have to leave care services when they turn 18 years old. The organisation helps these young people to organise accommodation, find employment and supports them to develop their skills in finance and living on their own. The organisation also offers floating support and a mentoring service.