The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council hosted a special reception this morning to celebrate the 30th anniversary of local charity, Children in Crossfire.

Mayor of Derry City Strabane District Council, Colr. Grace Uí Niallais, welcomed Richard Moore, founder of Children in Crossfire, and members of the charity's team to the Guildhall today for a civic reception marking three successful decades in operation.

During the event, the Mayor presented Richard with a commemorative crystal plaque in recognition of three decades of dedication, compassion and transformational work supporting vulnerable children and communities around the world. In return, the Mayor was presented with a special gift from the charity as a token of appreciation and recognition of the occasion.

The Mayor paid tribute to Children in Crossfire's unwavering commitment to justice, equality and hope, and acknowledged the significant impact the charity has made both locally and internationally since its establishment. Congratulating Richard Moore and his team on reaching this important milestone, Mayor Uí Niallais said: “I’d like to say a huge thanks and congratulations to everyone at Children in Crossfire for their continued efforts to improve the lives of children and families facing adversity across the globe. The work they have done over the last thirty years is incredible and I wish them every success for the next 30 years!”