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Online directory of community involvement opportunities
An online directory of over 75 ways people can take part in community or civic life in Exeter has been created as part of the legacy of the project.This directory is available on the Exeter CVS website here and contains direct links to sites for further information. The opportunities, which include setting up a community group and taking part in a local government consultation are categorised:
- Local Democracy
- Housing
- Your Community
- Campaigning
- Education
- Health
- Council Services
- Police and Justice
Stats and case studies exploring two years of project development and inter-agency working.
Download Take Part Exeter illustrated summary.
Take Part Exeter was led by Exeter CVS as part of the Take Part Pathfinder Programme, which was funded by the Department for Communities and Local Government and managed by the Community Development Foundation.
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