Celebrating & Sustaining the Ulster-Scots Culture
The Ulster-Scots Agency is committed to the study, conservation, development and use of Ulster-Scots as a living language; to encourage and develop the full range of its attendant culture; and to promote an understanding of the history of the Ulster-Scots.
Our vision of the Ulster-Scots Agency is that Ulster-Scots should flourish as a rich, vibrant and growing culture with a global legacy that is recognised at home and abroad. We aspire to do this through our Strategic Goals.
Community Impact & Core Funded Groups
The Ulster-Scots Agency works closely with a range of associated organisations via our Core-Funded Organisations, Community Impact Programmes, and Community Development Partners. These groups work closely with the wider Ulster-Scots community in areas of heritage, culture, language, events and more.
Last year we supported:
900+ children
who attended 23 Ulster-Scots summer schools
29 community-led events
to celebrate Burns Day
8 festivals
funded with circa 56,000 attending
600+ achieved qualifications
in Ulster-Scots music & dance
30+ after-schools workshops
delivered to schools & the local community
70+ educational workshops
20+ language classes
110 music & dance school programmes
Real Funding Stories
Even the smallest amount of funding can make a huge difference to groups who are trying to host an Ulster-Scots event or activity. Learn more about how our funding has transformed communities.
What’s on in your area?
Whether it's a concert or exhibition, language talk or a cookery night, find the Ulster-Scots events near you, including those supported by funding from the Agency.
