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Our ethos

 

Our Mission Statement is;

"To provide education and training in rural community development, in an effort to develop the rural economy of Northern Ireland and the border counties".

 

Our Vision is;

"To be the Centre of Excellence for rural community development education for Northern Ireland and the border counties"

 

The Rural College provides education and training services in rural and community development to individuals and organisations throughout Northern Ireland and the border counties.

 

OUR CORE VALUES

 

Relationship Building

The Rural College recognises the importance of strong relationships with the communities in which we operate. Through active participation we will provide tangible benefits and positive outcomes to these communities.

 

Community Relations

Every opportunity will be taken to ensure good community relations practice will be addressed throughout all aspects of the Rural College’s education and training programmes and other services.

 

Equity and Respect

The College's education and training programmes are underpinned by the values and principles of equity, empowerment and participation. They place a particular emphasis on enhancing integrity, skills, knowledge and experience.

 

Equality of Opportunity

The Rural College is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programmes, facilities, and employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religious belief, political opinion, racial group, disability or age. In adhering to this policy, the College abides by the Northern Ireland Act (section 75) 1998.

The Rural College & Derrynoid Centre

Derrynoid, Draperstown, BT45 7DW

Tel: +44 28 796 29100    Fax: +44 28 796 27777

Email: enquiries@ruralcollege.co.uk