05. Thriving Communities

The Thriving Communities Group ('the Group') will:

Advise all aspects of the Dorset Strategic Partnership (DSP), particularly the Community Strategy Delivery Group (CSDG) on key priorities for action on issues relating to thriving communities
Take a strategic lead for the Partnership on all issues relating to the third sector, community development and the strong, active and inclusive agendas
Lead, co-ordinate and monitor the delivery of section 4.2 of the Community Strategy 2007-2016 ('Building Strong & Inclusive Communities' – see download Shaping our future Section 4)
Seek adequate and well deployed resources to address the key priorities and issues relating to thriving communities
Seek ways to achieve better linkages between partnerships/groups with similar objectives, particularly the Strategic Challenge Groups (Affordable Housing, Economy, Accessibility & Environment)
Provide regular reporting on progress and activities to inform DSP groups
Support and monitor the effectiveness of relevant projects receiving DSP funding
Identify opportunities to increase the DSP's policy making influence, for example by responding to consultations, lobbying decision makers etc
Provide a community focus for communication, consultation and delivery ensuring the active engagement of relevant partners especially local community planning theme groups
Champion Thriving Communities through promotion and communication locally, regionally and nationally
Follow the principles of the DSP as set out in the Partnership Agreement.