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“By community cohesion, we mean working towards a society in which there is a common vision and sense of belonging by all communities; a society in which the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and valued; a society in which similar life opportunities are available to all; and a society in which strong and positive relationships exist and continue to be developed in the workplace, in schools and in the wider community”
Alan Johnson, Secretary of State for Education and Skills, speaking in Parliament on 2 November 2006.

See the Ofsted report  Community Cohesion Guidance report - Inspecting maintained schools’ duty to promote community cohesion (Guidance for Inspectors)

Success stories – Feeling Good, Working Well

The Big Network on the 4^th March for the voluntary sector provided a fascinating insight into the well-being of Children and Young People in the 21^st Century. With Kathryn Busby from The Equality Trust talking about why equality is better for everyone, referencing the book ‘The Spirit Level’  , an update from Jonathan Rogers, (GOSW Early years, Childhood and Play Policy Lead), a ‘Tell your story’ session where people gave inspiring stories about young people who have improved their lives and those around them through VCS work, and comprehensive advice on the Extended Disadvantage Subsidy from Jane Collins and the ESDS team with a focus on Children and Young People’s Well-being. 
 

Mind The Gap - 23^rd March – Taunton Rugby Club

There are many initiatives aimed at children, young people and families – particularly for those children and families that have least access to services and resource. This event is designed to close the gap between the different activities and create coherent collaboration. Attendees include Subsidy Leads, Parent Support Advisers, Extended Services Regional Advisers, Voluntary sector and Personal Tutors - filling the gap between people, strategy and resources. The day will aim to share practice and successes  across programs, whole community thinking, being ambitious for young people. For information about this event please download flyer.

Share Street

Share Street is a new online community for the children and young people’s workforce created by CWDC. It makes it easier for everyone who works and volunteers with children, young people and their families to connect, be inspired, discuss ideas and share resources. Join Share Street, strengthen the sense of community across our workforce and help to improve outcomes for children and young people. www.cwdcouncil.org.uk/sharestreet

How’s it looking? A Guide to the education landscape for 2010

Download the ‘Guide to the Education Landscape’.

The South West Centre has recently launched a Regional newsletter with plenty of information on workforce information from all around the region, along with a 'Reflect and Inspire' Tuesday email, which focuses on CPD, professional development and aspiration. If you would like to subscribe to these, then please email  hannah@southwest-rc.ukSubscribe to our newsletters.