Melmount & East Bank Estates Community Associations Forum

Melmount Community Forum is a grassroots, community-led organisation based in the Melmount area of Strabane. Established to strengthen community life, the Forum works to address local needs, promote inclusion, and create opportunities for residents of all ages. At its core, the Forum is dedicated to improving quality of life through partnership, volunteering, and community development.
The Forum serves as a hub for local voices, ensuring that residents are represented in decision-making processes and that issues such as housing, safety, health, education, and social wellbeing are addressed in a collaborative way. By working closely with statutory agencies, voluntary groups, and local partners, the Forum builds bridges between the community and service providers.
Key activities include hosting community events, supporting youth and older people’s programmes, delivering training and skills initiatives, and promoting health and wellbeing. The Forum also plays a vital role in community safety and cohesion, encouraging dialogue, respect, and resilience.
Volunteers are central to the Forum’s work, giving their time and skills to support initiatives that benefit the wider community. Guided by principles of inclusivity and empowerment, Melmount Community Forum provides a platform for local people to shape the future of their area.
Through its commitment to partnership and progress, the Forum continues to be a trusted voice and driving force for positive change in Melmount and beyond.