Idea of the Month: “If it’s not messy, it’s not co-production”
Margaret-Ann Brünjes, the Director of Glasgow Homelessness Network reminded us in a recent meeting that if it’s not messy, it’s not co-production!
My Best Mistake by Linda Hutchinson
One of our directors, Linda Hutchinson writes about her best mistake, when she learnt about the importance and value of properly involving people.
Grapevine Walk and Talk
We recently came across Walk and Talk sessions, a wonderfully simple idea where people and staff are invited together on walks around the city to share ideas and connect.
Report review: Asset based places, a model for development
SCIE’s recent publication sets out a useful framework for local areas considering a shift towards asset based working.
Cartwheel Arts – The Wellbeing Dominoes
We learn about the Wellbeing Dominoes, a group art game which encourages collaboration and cooperation.
Report review: Rebooting Health and Social Care Integration
Localis’ latest report on the integration of health and social advocates a new focus and a move away from structures and finance.
SH:24
A sexual health service that gives power and control to those using it.
Street Support Network
A pioneering online website connecting homeless people to resources and resources to where they’re most needed.
My co-production and other stories
We’ve been thinking about the co-production highlights of the year. These are the stories that have particularly resonated and why.