Principles met

  • We will develop systems that enable citizens to be equal partners in designing and commissioning public services and in determining the use of public resources.
  • We will capture and ‘expand’ the experience and learning from individual projects and approaches in order to encourage broader application of co-operative principles within individual member Councils and across the Network.
  • In exploring new ways of meeting the priority needs of our communities we will encourage models, such as co-operatives and mutuals, which give greater influence and voice to staff and users. in designing and commissioning public services and in determining the use of public resources.

Change Makers is an applied training programme designed to enhance the understanding and engagement of Council Officers with Westminster’s diverse communities. Funded by Health Education England, the programme focuses on three key areas: co-production, systems leadership, and justice.

An essential aspect of Change Makers is cultivating significant relationships within the community, facilitating the ongoing participation of key stakeholders in place-based initiatives as they progress. Each cohort is carefully assembled to include representatives from the Council, NHS, Police, and voluntary and community sector organisations, along with local residents.

Each Change Makers event follows a consistent format and spans two days with three facilitators.

 Day One: This day is dedicated to Council and public service officers only. The focus is on exploring the methods and reasons behind community engagement, as well as identifying potential barriers.

Day Two: On this day, members of the community join the event, involving approximately 30-40 participants. Local food is provided, and lunchtime is considered an integral part of the learning experience, emphasising the importance of connections and relationships formed, which often outweighs the training content.

 

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