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Community Gateway. Karen Perry Head of Community Empowerment Community Gateway Association. Community Gateway Model. Background – roots in the co-operative sector Objectives – generate community pride & vision Democratic - membership & ownership Culture change – work in partnership
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Community Gateway Karen Perry Head of Community Empowerment Community Gateway Association
Community Gateway Model Background – roots in the co-operative sector Objectives – generate community pride & vision Democratic - membership & ownership Culture change – work in partnership Build into the rules & structure of the organisation Twin-track approach – strategic & local Staircase of options – including tenant management Community empowerment strategy is essential
Community Gateway Organisations Community Gateway Association Greenfields Community Housing Phoenix Community Housing Watford Community Housing Trust
Community Gateway Aspirations Involvement Empowerment Co-operation Control Improved services Sustainability Housing provider of choice
Community Gateway Scope & Potential Develop communities Enhance quality of life Build skills Deliver what people want Improve decision making Greater efficiency Less regulation Build places where people want to live Democratic & participatory