http://www.www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/ Latest News Headlines from www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/assets/images/rss/maceandjones.gif http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk en neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk sport Mon, 06 Sep 2010 14:09:39 BST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/answering-questions-about-big-society.html New Economics Foundation (nef) have published their overview of Big Society. The report covers 10 key questions about Big Society and 10 tips to make the best of it. Click here to download the report ... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:19:04 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/big-society-save-the-dates.html Neighbourhoods NW, NW Together We Can and North West Employers invite you to get better acquainted with the Big Society in the North West. An intimate knowledge of the Big Society agenda - its regiona... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:43:27 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/citizenship-survey-2009-2010-released.html CLG and National Statistics published the Cohesion Research, Statistical Release 12 this month. The report contains headline findings from the 2009-2010 Citizenship Survey and is divided into the foll... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:05:43 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/your-membership-your-resources-and-support.html Our members have had a big slice of Big Society action this summer, thanks to Neighbourhoods NW. We gave them same-day news about the launch of the Big Society and the transcript to David Cameron&#39... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:25:16 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/get-a-big-deal-with-neighbourhoods-nw.html We've realised that there are plenty of neighbourhoods and communities people out there who can't be part of our ' Big Society'. That's because the organisations for which you wo... Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:33:23 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/how-to-avoid-being-isolated-in-a-rapidly-changing-sector.html Times they are a changing... And we each of us have some serious challenges ahead. Whether you're based in public, private or voluntary sector keeping your finger on the pulse could prove to be es... Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:17:30 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/new-programme-development.html As part of our continuing relationship with NWIEP we will be developing a new learning programme for non-community development professionals to enhance their understanding of neighbourhoods and commun... Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:54:41 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/nwiep-funded-working-in-neighbourhoods-courses.html The NWIEP have funded us to deliver 5 Working in Neighbourhoods courses to the most deprived areas in the Northwest in relation to worklessness. This outstanding programme is aimed at frontline worker... Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:37:29 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/new-community-of-interest-neighbourhood-developmenty.html Community of Interest - Neighbourhood Development Following on from the successful completion of our previous communities of interest in Neighbourhood Development, Knowledge, Skills & Learning and... Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:44:21 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/local-groups-cash-in-on-community-funding.html Residents of Parr have had their say on how local money is spent to benefit the community. Residents packed into the sports hall at Lansbury Bridge School to vote on which projects should receive fun... Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:42:38 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/big-society-launched-today-here-in-the-north-west.html David Cameron was in Liverpool today launching the Big Society ideas that aim to empower communities. Speaking to an audience of local community groups, charities and community leaders, Mr Cameron sai... Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:07:24 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/interested-in-working-with-young-people.html 21 July 2010 This event hosted by Willow Park and Riverside Housing Association and co-sponsored by the North West Wardens Network is a celebration of the successful work of Junior Wardens from across... Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:45:12 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/2010-budget-in-full.html Click here to download the June 2010 Budget document in full or go to the www.direct.gov.uk site for further information and supporting documents. ... Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:43:08 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/pulling-together-in-challenging-times.html Last Wednesday was our 4th Policy Forum covering some timely and important issues. Neil Hind from the NWIEP Efficiency Commission highlighted some funding opportunities for shared services and total p... Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:55:20 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/networks-and-relationships.html The day was spent examining the various meanings of 'empowerment' from different perspectives and the importance of developing and maintaining flexible approach all-important relational spaces... Tue, 18 May 2010 11:05:41 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/reflective-practice.html The key message of the day was the need and importance of reflection, to critically evaluate both ourselves and our actions, in order to shape our further practice. Several enjoyable exercises were us... Tue, 18 May 2010 10:46:33 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/assume-the-position.html This event ran on 23 February at Trafford Hall. The day was highly enjoyable, valuable and was exceedingly well attended, with everyone totally involved in all the activities and sessions. The recurr... Tue, 18 May 2010 10:30:59 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/it-s-not-too-late-to-tell-us-what-you-think.html We sent you our annual survey for 2010, if you haven't managed to answer our questions, there's still time! Your opinion is important and we would really appreciate it if you could spare the t... Mon, 10 May 2010 16:27:55 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12261/we-really-value-what-you-think.html Neighbourhoods-NW have had a really busy and exciting year and we would like to thank everyone who has been involved with us. We hope you have found working with us very beneficial! We have compiled o... Mon, 10 May 2010 15:51:22 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/membership-event-report-online.html Thanks to everyone who took part in February's Membership Policy forum. It was a really interesting morning and we've had fantastic feedback and input. Click here to download the report. This... Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:42:33 BST http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/nwiep-s-got-the-dragon-factor-part-2.html The North West Improvement and Efficiency Partnership assist the North West to obtain a better quality of life through enhanced public services in all sectors. It offers support, advice, expertise an... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:17:20 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/sharing-good-practice-event-tuesday-30-march.html Tuesday 30 March 2010, 9.30am to 4.00pm Palace Hotel, Oxford Street, Manchester, M60 7HA England This FREE event is being run as part of the Targeted Support Programme supporting Connecting Communiti... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:22:25 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12212/inspiring-3-day-residential.html Neighbourhoods NW are pleased to let you know about this fantastic opportunity to attend a new 3 day residential course being run by the Homes and Communities Agency. Entitled Empowering People, Engag... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:58:22 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12213/meet-the-people-behind-working-in-neighbourhoods.html BACKGROUND: The Working in Neighbourhoods programme was inspired by enquiries we received at Neighbourhoods NW from neighbourhood practitioners asking whether there was a generic skills and knowledge ... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:19:02 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/individual-places-on-working-in-neighbourhoods-dates-for-your-diary.html For those of you who want to take part in this course but who don't have a full group of 10 -12 practitioners and residents to fill a complete programme, Neighbourhoods NW are now offering a limit... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:33:32 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/elected-members-working-in-neighbourhoods.html Neighbourhoods NW have teamed up with North West Employers Organisation to offer the Working in Neighbourhoods Level 2 programme for Elected Members. Working together to bring both organisations exper... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:12:17 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/real-success-stories.html "this course is brilliant when dealing with the community on a day to day basis. You gain great knowledge from others" We've had lots of great responses about the relevant and practical ... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:51:03 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12197/working-in-neighbourhoods-your-faqs.html The Working in Neighbourhoods programme has been running throughout the North West since April 2009. To give you a better picture of the what, who, why and where, we're answering some of your freq... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:11:07 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12219/celebrating-success.html The course has made a real difference to people's confidence. One Learner told us, "This course has made a real difference to my life. I used to sit at the back in meetings, angry, and not sa... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:00:53 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/funding-available-to-develop-active-citizenship.html Funding is available immediately for enthusiastic and committed partners to take forward Take Part Activities, with the support of their Local Authority that are initiated in March 2010 and completed ... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:07:57 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/logging-in-to-the-website.html When registering for events and courses, if you log in, it means you don't have to enter all your details again making it quicker and simpler. If you are unsure of your user name and password, ple... Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:48:33 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/thinking-outside-the-box-2010.html At Neighbourhoods NW we have a strong belief that this new thinking is needed to bring about real change in neighbourhoods. Critical thinking of this kind, coupled with an increased self awareness can... Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:03:53 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/connecting-communities-next-membership-policy-forum.html "Connecting Communities" is an ambitious programme designed to address the concerns of traditional working class communities across the country. Over 100 neighbourhoods across 75 local autho... Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:00:20 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/working-in-neighbourhoods-open-course.html As a continuation of our successful Working in Neighbourhoods programme we are announcing a new open course to be held here at our centre. This accredited level 2 programme gives participants a basic ... Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:48:09 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/study-visit-next-neighbourhood-development-community-of-interest.html Fantastic News! Neighbourhoods NW have teamed up with Maxine Moar and residents from TNT at Oldham NDC to host the 3rd session of the Neighbourhood Development Community of interest focusing on 'm... Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:13:01 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12126/neighbourhoods-nw-amp-the-pb-unit-team-up-for-a-new-learning-programme.html Neighbourhoods NW and the PB Unit have teamed up to develop an informative and practical learning programme to give practitioners, residents and managers a grounding in participatory budgeting. Introd... Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:42:44 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/tackling-worklessness-be-part-of-it.html Neighbourhoods NW, in partnership with the NWIEP, recently launched a comprehensive report looking at worklessness in the North West and what is being done to tackle it. We're calling on all prac... Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:37:28 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/neighbourhoods-nw-invites-its-members-to-a-conversation-with-etienne-wenger.html Learning Faster and on a Bigger Scale - Meeting the Challenges of a New Decade : A conversation with Etienne Wenger Etienne Wenger is an internationally known figure, who has been at the centre of r... Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:07:03 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/happy-new-year.html Happy New Year! Neighbourhoods NW wishes you and your communities the best for the coming year. With 2010 upon us we all have a challenging year ahead to increase efficiencies and create significant a... Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:13:00 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/nwiep-s-got-the-dragon-factor.html For £3.7million of the the 2009/10 capital funding, for capital projects, NWIEP are proposing an innovative and engaging allocation process: NWIEP's Got the Dragon Factor! The North West I... Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:48 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/neighbourhoods-nw-encourages-member-organisation-to-join-the-board.html Would you like to be involved in working to ensure that regional support for neighbourhoods continues? Are you interested in the links between neighbourhood development, cohesion and community empower... Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:36:23 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/maxine-moar-meets-the-prime-minister.html Congratulations to Maxine! Following a nomination by the residents of the TNT, Oldham's Community Participation Coordinator Maxine Moar won the Crime Fighters Wonderful Worker Award . On Wednesday... Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:13:54 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/coming-soon-the-big-book-of-neighbourhoods.html We're pulling together a bumper book of all our learning, good practice studies from our membership and networks, performance graphs, research, photos and stories. This Big Book of Neighbourhoods ... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:19:53 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/neighbourhoods-nw-gets-multi-media-savy.html In response to feedback from our membership and practitioners we have updated our site to include video clips and sound files to support the existing online resources we provide. Below are a couple of... Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:00:41 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/community-of-interest-empowering-communities.html As a continuation of our Communities of Interest we are pleased to announce an event on Community Empowerment on the 22nd January 2010. Our Communities of Interest give participants a chance to explor... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:05:39 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/working-in-neighbourhoods-certificate-presentations.html As part of the regional delivery of our Working in Neighbourhoods programme, Neighbourhoods NW has been cordially invited to attend several of the official certificate presentations recently, includin... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:38:40 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/missed-the-working-on-worklessness-event.html Thank you to all of you who attended last week's event at the Peace Centre in Warrington. It was a fun, challenging and inspiring day! If you missed the Working on Worklessness event delivered by ... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:27:36 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/working-in-neighbourhoods-elected-members-pilot.html Neighbourhoods NW has been working in partnership with North West Employers Organisation (NWEO) to adapted and deliver their Working in Neighbourhoods programme to Elected Members from across the Nort... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:22:17 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/12080/do-you-have-access-to-our-membership.html Did you know about the Neighbourhoods NW Membership programme? Do you have a Membership Lead in your organisation? Have you signed up to access the Membership area? Our Membership programme is funded ... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:19:07 GMT http://www.neighbourhoods-nw.co.uk/news/archive/i-amp-dea-publishes-neighbourhood-management-excellence-case-study.html Great News! I&DeA recently published a detailed case study to highlight the achievements of the successful Neighbourhood Management Excellence Award Scheme designed and developed by Neighbourhoods... Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:40:09 GMT