Community Participation
Encouraging people and local groups to participate in initiatives that affect their communities and shared development.
Community Development
Strong and resilient communities are built through participation, cooperation and shared responsibility. ImpactRise Foundation seeks to support initiatives that encourage community participation, local capacity building, awareness, inclusion and collaborative action.
Our Focus
Strong and resilient communities are built through participation, cooperation and shared responsibility. ImpactRise Foundation seeks to support initiatives that encourage community participation, local capacity building, awareness, inclusion and collaborative action.
What We Aim to Support
- Community Participation
- Local Capacity Building
- Awareness & Outreach
- Inclusive Development
- Community-led Initiatives
Our Approach
We aim to work with communities, local organisations, volunteers, institutions and other stakeholders to understand local priorities and support practical initiatives that encourage participation, strengthen local capacity and contribute to sustainable community development.
Local Capacity Building
Supporting knowledge, skills and capabilities that can strengthen local community participation and leadership.
Awareness & Outreach
Supporting community awareness, information sharing and outreach activities around relevant social development issues.
Inclusive Development
Encouraging participation and opportunities that support inclusive, equitable and community-centred development.
Community-led Action
Encouraging locally relevant initiatives where communities can participate in identifying needs, priorities and practical solutions.
Collaboration & Partnerships
Working with local organisations, institutions, volunteers and other stakeholders to strengthen community-focused initiatives.
How We Work
Our community development initiatives are designed to encourage participation and respond to locally identified needs. We aim to listen to communities, understand priorities, encourage collaboration and support practical activities that can strengthen local capacity and participation.
Listen & Understand
Engage with communities to understand relevant needs, priorities and opportunities.
Encourage Participation
Create opportunities for community members to contribute ideas and take part in initiatives.
Build Local Capacity
Support knowledge, skills and capabilities that can strengthen community-led action.
Collaborate Responsibly
Work with appropriate institutions, organisations, volunteers and other stakeholders.
Expected Areas of Impact
Our initiatives may contribute to stronger community participation, local capacity, awareness, collaboration and inclusive development.
Future Initiatives
As our programmes develop, ImpactRise Foundation may support or undertake initiatives such as community awareness programmes, local capacity-building activities, outreach initiatives, community participation programmes and partnerships with local institutions and organisations.
Specific initiatives will be developed according to identified community needs, available resources, local participation, partnerships and the Foundation's programme priorities.
- Community Awareness & Outreach
- Local Capacity Building
- Community Participation Programmes
- Leadership & Skills Development
- Community Partnerships