Idea of the Month: “Work hard at listening with intent to understand, not reply”
We think it's time to really listen without interrupting to let the community tell us the story they want to share with us.
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What is Co-Production?
We are always looking for great explanations of what co-production is to help make it real for people. Someone recently sent us this film and we love it!
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c-App, the virtual advocate
We've recently discovered c-App, a fantastic virtual advocacy tool which calmly supports people through anxious assessments.
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Report review: People Powered Health in Greater Manchester
We pick out the best parts of this report which showcases some of the inspiring and courageous initiatives across Greater Manchester
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Glasgow Homelessness Involvement & Feedback Team
We discover Glasgow Homelessness Involvement & Feedback Team, a great resource enabling co-production and the involvement of those with lived experience.
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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!
Read articleMy 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.
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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.
Behavioural Science, Co-production, Community Development, Community Engagement, Participation, Video
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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.
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Cartwheel Arts – The Wellbeing Dominoes
We learn about the Wellbeing Dominoes, a group art game which encourages collaboration and cooperation.
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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.
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