Participatory research

Participatory research comprises a range of approaches and techniques that hand power from professional researchers to research participants, often community members or community-based organisations.

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Volunteer at New Hall Mill Sutton Coldfield

The Friends of New Hall Mill are holding volunteer opens days to recruit new volunteers to support a range of activities including gardening, helping inside the mill, at the gift shop, in the tearoom or as visitor guides.
Working for BVSC

At BVSC we are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of people in Birmingham and we believe that the key to this is found in our communities. We believe that great work comes from a great team, which is why we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our passion for creating meaningful change.
WINDRUSH 2024 - Series of Events in June

Blackstory Partnership CIC is producing Windrush 2024 Brochure of Events, that will be taking place in the West Midlands during the month of June.
Head of Children, Young People and Families

BVSC, Closing date: 8 May 2024

Social participation

a person's involvement in activities that provide interaction with others in a community
Social Value

viewing activities holistically and considering their positive economic, social, and environmental effects that contribute to the long-term wellbeing and resilience of society
Social Prescribing

when frontline healthcare professionals refer people to 'services' in their community
Social Capital

human relationships and networks that facilitate co-operation within or among groups
Social Action

people coming together to tackle an issue, support other people, or improve their community
Strengths-based community development

a way of thinking about the world that views people and communities as resourceful and resilient with innate abilities and capabilities
Gemeinschaft and Gesellschaft

German words that mean community and society
Deficits-based approach

a focus on the perceived needs, weaknesses, and deficiencies of a community
Community of Interest

a group of people who have shared experiences, characteristics or common interests
Community cohesion

when people feel a sense of belonging to a community and have an equal chance to participate in community life