Our Vision
At Communities 1st, we are committed to amplifying the collective voice of our members and shaping policies that reflect our shared values and vision. By uniting our voices, we can influence local strategies and ensure the needs and voices of our communities are prioritised.
We therefore undertook an initiative to publish “What We Stand For” policy statements covering eight critical areas which reflect the real experiences and knowledge of those working within our communities.
These policy statements reflect our shared aspirations and address the challenges our communities face. They have been enriched by the diverse contributions of our member organisations with whom we extensively engaged via our Stronger Together Networks, Policy Focus Groups, and direct feedback, making them both representative and impactful.
"What We Stand For" Policy Statements
We invite all member organisations to actively participate in providing feedback on the remaining policy position statements. To share your thoughts or suggestions, please send your comments to memberservices@communities1st.org.uk, addressed to Aneta.
Draft policies:
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 9. | Advocating for Older People: Addressing Pressing Challenges |
| 10. | Supporting Children, Young People, and Families: Building Stronger Foundations |
We have shared these statements with local policymakers and influencers so they can reflect on the impact they can have on the communities we serve and to ensure that the voluntary sector gets the support it needs to make a real difference.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the 'What We Stand For' policy statements, email us at memberservices@communities1st.org.uk or call 01727 649940.
Our telephone lines are open on Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00.