Working with Communities
As we all pledge to “build back better”, community sustainability is at the front of many organisations’ agenda.
But fewer resources and increased pressure on services means that it’s become crucial that we target all our activity towards what matter most. To do this, we need to refine our approach to engaging our communities in more effective ways, to better understand and fulfil their needs.
This programme covers a suite of approaches to engagement – from consultation to co-production, including community and stakeholder mapping and principles of partnership. It also covers the practicalities of working with communities, including community leadership, resolving conflict and building consensus around the future.
- Understanding community
- Changing structure of communities
- Community mapping
- Community leadership
- Asset based community development
- Power, influence and authority
- Developing community strategies
- Community engagement and participation
- Achieving community ambitions – getting things done
Bitesize, half day, full day or two programmes are available. Two-day programmes allow enough time to ground the learning with your organisation.
All programmes delivered by the Capital Academy are designed to add value to people, teams, and organisations, and can be tailored to suit your specific needs. Our trainers offer expert industry knowledge and learning support, to help you develop your own understanding and skills. They will remain available to you after the delivery of the training, as a friendly face who can deal with any follow up queries. Ongoing support is also available via our consultancy firm, Capital People, or via our law firm, Capital Law.