President

The actor Kenneth Branagh formally accepted the invitation to be honorary president of NICVA in 2001, cementing a relationship of fifteen years.

Kenneth Branagh became honorary president of NICVA in 2001, cementing a relationship of fifteen years.

President's message

"I've been a supporter of NICVA for many years and I'm delighted to see that the organisation is moving into the millennium with the same vision that it has employed in supporting Northern Ireland's voluntary and community sector for over 60 years.

"Supporting NICVA helps it to support more than 5,000 other voluntary and community organisations in Northern Ireland through essential advice, training, information and policy work. So please join me in supporting an organisation that has so much to offer to the future of Northern Ireland."

The Belfast born, Oscar nominated actor, writer and director has demonstrated his support for NICVA many times in the past; offering his new films for charity premieres, making personal visits to boost fundraising, and promoting the work of the voluntary and community sector in Northern Ireland.