Building social connections
We aim to create regular, low-pressure opportunities for people to meet, helping friendships form and reducing the isolation that so many people quietly experience.
Community impact
Working towards meaningful, lasting change
Our commitment is to create genuine community benefit. As a developing organisation, the outcomes below describe what we intend to achieve and how we will hold ourselves accountable.
Community benefit
Our commitment to community benefit
As a Community Interest Company, community benefit is not an add-on. It is the reason we exist. Every activity we develop is assessed against a simple question: does this help people in our community to feel more connected, supported and able to thrive?
We are committed to being honest about our progress, learning from what works and adapting where it does not.
Who
Communities we aim to support
- Older adults experiencing loneliness or isolation
- Refugees, asylum seekers and recently arrived immigrants
- Young people seeking skills, mentoring and direction
- Individuals facing disadvantage or vulnerability
- Families who would benefit from community connection
- Residents who find services difficult to access
Why
The challenges we seek to address
- Loneliness and social isolation
- Language, cultural and information barriers
- Low confidence and limited access to opportunity
- Difficulty navigating local services and support
- Limited connection between different communities
- Young people lacking positive role models or pathways
Impact framework
Our community impact priorities
Six intended outcomes that shape how we plan, deliver and review our work.
Intended outcome
Community participation
More residents taking part in local activities, groups and events.
Intended outcome
Social inclusion
People who feel isolated or excluded reporting a greater sense of belonging.
Intended outcome
Access to support
Individuals better able to find and use the services they need.
Intended outcome
Skills development
Young people and adults gaining confidence, skills and direction.
Intended outcome
Volunteer engagement
Local people giving their time and skills to support others.
Intended outcome
Community partnerships
Stronger links between organisations working for local benefit.
Supporting inclusion and opportunity
We want everyone to feel welcome in community life, regardless of background, and to have fair access to information, activities and opportunities.
Skills and empowerment
Through mentoring and workshops, we hope to help people build practical skills, self-belief and the ability to make informed decisions for themselves.
Partnership and community collaboration
By connecting with other local organisations, we aim to strengthen the network of support available and make sure people reach the right help.
Accountability
How we intend to measure impact
We are committed to understanding the difference our work makes, using proportionate and respectful methods.
- 01Recording participation in activities, with consent and in line with data protection law
- 02Gathering feedback from participants about their experience and wellbeing
- 03Tracking signposting and referrals to partner organisations
- 04Monitoring volunteer involvement and the hours contributed
- 05Reviewing progress against our intended outcomes each year
- 06Reporting openly through our annual CIC community interest report
Get involved in our mission
Volunteers, partners and supporters all play a part in helping us achieve these outcomes. We would love to hear how you might help.