Lewisham Local Assemblies
Lewisham Local Assemblies The role of co-ordinating groups and equalities
Agenda 6.00pmWelcome and objectives 6.10pmProgress Report Paul Jackson6.15pmFeedback from questionnaire6.25pmGroups - Experience so far + co-ordinating group priorities7.15pmReport back from groups7.30pmEqualities issues for assemblies7.45pmGroups - Championing the needs of all8.30pmInteractive feedback 8.40pmSummary and next steps9.00pmClose
Objectives of sessionInformation on the Assembly programme
Share experience of initial groups
Identify challenges, barriers and develop ways to overcome them
Explore issues around priority setting
Ensure awareness of equalities issues and develop practical strategies for implementation
Inform Assemblies team about needs
Progress so far
Paul Jackson Local Assemblies Programme Manager
Assemblies PurposeComing together
Finding out
Discussing the issues
Setting priorities
Getting action
Where have we got to?1550 people attending (45 -180)
27% Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic
Young, old, people with disabilities
Issues unique to the ward & borough-wide
Community now setting assembly agendas
Timetable Meeting
Time frameMeeting to cover1March July 08 1st meeting likes, dislikes, solutions & who
Identify any quick wins for their area
Form 1st Coordinating Group
Introduce Locality Fund
2&3Sep Dec 08
Round 2 / 3 Assembly meetings
Decide ward priorities
Start to develop actions
Ideas for Locality Fund
Delivery and quick wins
Begin charter development
Permanent Coordinating Group
Emerging prioritiesIssueFreqAssEnvironmental issues2617Traffic, transport + parking3117 Crime, ASB & safety2016Facilities for young1515Local economy1512Community cohesion 1110
Resource materials and supportLearning from each other
Resource materials available for all
Ongoing support for participants
Questionnaire feedback
Main challengesBuilding a cohesive and confident group that is clear about its role and its goals
Interesting and involving local people in their neighbourhood,
Getting quick wins so that we can demonstrate to the community that assemblies can make a difference
What would assist you?Officers supporting the work of the group, minutes, logistics, follow-up activities
Being well-enough informed about what local people really think (statistics, data from consultations and resident surveys)
A good understanding of how local authorities and other service providers work
InformationA grasp of the basic ideas behind the working/effectiveness of the group.
Clarification as to how co-ordinating groups fit into the big picture.
A structure/hierarchical flowchart which depicts the roles within the Council.
What support you would find usefulWould expect training in any specialist areas and support depending on the tasks
Good access to information and to relevant council officers and good responses from them.
Value on-going training, support and whatever else there is to ensure that I do the task justice.
Equal opportunities prioritiesGetting a representative panel of people in the assembly and co-ordinating groups so advertising to all is key.
That the group actively seeks views from hard to access groups.
All members should respect one another, and aim for a good understanding of all different cultures
All interested parties/stakeholders invited to contribute on issues that concern the community and that this is reflected in the evaluation process
Why you got involvedMaintain the area as a friendly and safe place for families and young people. I am a Mum who works part time from home and I enjoy the group work. I love my community and feel part of it - would be happy to help make it even better.
Perhaps I was just p****d off with the lack of community and lack of care that most people seem to have for the area.
Am interested in my local community and an opportunity to share experiences and learning with other parties, with a view to influencing change and improving my knowledge.
Groups how has it gone?Identify three things that have gone well and three things that might need attention to improve
Role of co-ordinating groups
A LOCAL ASSEMBLYPlace to: keep informed; meet others; discuss local issues; decide priorities for action / Locality Fund
A COORDINATING GROUPPlanning meetings
Plan and structure meetings
Advise on engagement
Promote assemblies
Reach out to under represented groups
Ensure meetings are representative
Provide advice on relevance, accessibility and enjoyable
Ensure priorities reflect community aspirations
Provide information to assist in making priorities
Maximise impact
Ensure actions match priorities
Connect with other networks
Consider assembly in relation to ward profile data
Groups - Role of co-ordinating groups
Groups - prioritiesInvolving people throughout the community
Turning words into action dealing with priorities
Functioning effectively and keeping it on track
Report BackInvolving people throughout the community
Turning words into action dealing with priorities
Functioning effectively and keeping it on track
Ice breaker - equalities
EqualitiesWhat do we mean by it?
Why is it important?
What can we do about it?
Our vision for LewishamLewisham - characterised by diversity.
34% of residents from Black and minority ethnic background.
Over 200 individual faith groups.
Genuine equality of opportunity means not excluding on basis of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief or age.
Promoting diversity is respecting and valuing differences.
Our vision is: together, we will make Lewisham the best place in London to live, work and learn.
Championing the needs of allMapping our neighbourhoods
Meeting the challenge of differences within the community
The role of the co-ordinating group to ensure equal opportunities
Practical ideas for making sure assemblies and co-ordinating groups are inclusive
FeedbackPractical ideas for making sure assemblies and co-ordinating groups are inclusive
Your NeedsIdentify 3 things you would like support and training on
Identify 3 things that you think your co-ordinating group needs to work on to improve
Local Assemblies Support PackagePart of the Member Development Programme 2008/09
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