Durability North is a community interest company
DREAMING TO ACHIEVING
Durability North CIC supports Eastern European and Roma communities across the North-East by creating inclusive spaces for cultural expression, learning, and meaningful participation. Through community media, music, and partnership-led initiatives, we help individuals turn lived experience into confidence, skills, and long-term opportunity.
Who we are
We are a newly formed social enterprise based in north-east England, in Middlesbrough.
We are now planning our work and looking for more involvement from all the community.
We are aiming to provide community integration and mutual aid support to people from the Roma community and Eastern European communities including from: Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia.
Food for your Soul, Peace for your Mind
“Food for Your Soul, Peace for Your Mind” is a community support initiative for Eastern European residents and Gypsy Roma Traveller communities, offering trusted, culturally sensitive guidance to help individuals and families navigate essential services in the UK. The project provides practical support with matters such as EU Settlement Scheme applications, Council Tax and utility bills, housing, education, and access to local services.
Through a person-centred and trust-based approach, support is delivered in accessible community spaces, using flexible communication and culturally informed practice. The initiative aims to reduce stress, increase confidence and awareness of rights, strengthen community connections, and build trust between communities and local services, contributing to a more inclusive and supportive local environment.
We work for the people not on people
Our community Interest Company in action
Durability North CIC has three main areas of work
A Conversation with Our Co-Founder
” We can help all these people to get a better understanding of the UK system and how it functions, so that they can best navigate their way around and succeed in their lives in the UK.
Discover the journey behind Durability North CIC through an in-depth interview with George Dura, Co-Founder and Director. In this conversation, George reflects on the organisation’s beginnings, the lived experiences that shaped its mission, and the long-term vision for supporting Eastern European and Roma communities in the North-East.
Together we build stronger, visible, and confident communities
Support Eastern European and Roma Voices in the North-East
Durability North CIC works alongside Eastern European and Roma communities to create opportunities, amplify voices, and strengthen cultural participation across the North-East. Whether you are a funder, partner, volunteer, or organisation, your involvement helps turn lived experience into lasting impact.