WARRINGTON’S Foundation for Peace has been overwhelmed by calls in the response to the theft of the plaque at the River of Life Memorial on Bridge Street.
Speaking about the theft, Foundation Chief Executive, Clare White said: “We have been inundated with calls from organisations and individuals offering to replace the plaque. The level of support nationally has been humbling. We would also like to thank those individuals who have made donations to the Foundation and ask that people continue to follow Colin and Wendy’s example in taking a positive approach to managing conflict, rather than engaging in any negative actions as a result of this incident.
“Next year will mark the 20th anniversary of the bombing and the Foundation will be marking this milestone by remembering those we lost and those affected on that day but also by continuing to support others affected by conflict today. We ask the community to continue to support us so that we can continue our vital work for the next 20 years.”
The Foundation, based at the Warrington Peace Centre, was set up as a positive response to the tragedy that affected the community in 1993, works nationally with people affected by conflict including veterans, victims of terrorism and young people at risk of becoming involved in violence. It aims to equip people with the skills to use their experience in order to do something positive for their own wellbeing and to help their communities.
The Peace Centre was built at a living memorial to IRA bombing victims Tim Parry, aged 12 and three-year-old Jonathan Ball.
Peace charity overwhelmed by support
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Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
