Interface Areas

Interface Monitoring Forum - The Peace and Reconciliation Group (PRG) has
facilitated confidential work with representatives from various interface communities
throughout the city since 1998. This project aims to set up regular meetings between
local communities to build up trust with one another and to discuss local issues
around what is happening in the communities. A mobile phone network currently
connects one such interface area and the key numbers are circulated to the whole
community along with an information sheet notifying community members as to what
is happening and why it is taking place. This network is intended to keep community
leaders in touch with each other so that they can quell any rumours that are circulating between the areas. This communication link allows residents who are feeling threatened, intimidated or just want to know what is happening in the area to have a direct way of finding out. This link has been particularly important during times of heightened tension, such as the marching season.

Due to the confidential nature of the work, further details cannot be supplied on the
website. However, if you are interested in seeing if interface work might be
appropriate for your area, please contact PRG for details.