NICVA (Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action) is the representative and umbrella body for the entire voluntary and community sector of Northern Ireland. Its catchment area, however, extends beyond Northern Ireland due to strong working relationships with its sister organisations in the rest of the UK, and the umbrella body in the Republic of Ireland. Since its inception in 1938, NICVA has been committed to social change and community development, acting as a catalyst to promote innovation and new approaches to targeting need. NICVA works for justice, equality and dignity. NICVA is recognised by HM Revenue and Customs as a charity for tax purposes. NICVA is registered in Northern Ireland as a company limited by guarantee (No 1792).co