East Sussex Community Voice – helping to make sure community voices are heard
East Sussex Community Voice (ESCV) is an independent community interest company dedicated to empowering communities to have their voice heard and champion change through impartial advice and organisational support.
Participation
Participation
Utilising a range of engagement techniques to capture views and experiences to champion change

Evaluation
Evaluation
Generating independent evidence and insight, informing the design and delivery of effective services

Collaboration
Collaboration
Adding value by partnering in the design, commissioning and delivery of local services

Communication
Communication
Producing independent insight and messaging that is accessible, engaging and impactful

Representation
Representation
Strengthening the voice of all communities and contributing to effective decision making

Our Work
Our community projects are as varied and vibrant as the local people we work with, from long-term plans and programmes to fast-acting smaller commissions:

News
Sussex residents who are feeling anxious, stressed or struggling with loneliness or depression can now access support from a qualified mental health professional by text. By texting the keyword SUSSEX to 85258, people can connect within 15 minutes for crisis intervention, emotional support and signposting to appropriate services. This service is anonymous and won’t show
Contact the VCSE Alliance: The East Sussex VCSE Alliance are keen to hear about your VCSE organisation and any future events or announcements. To submit an item in future editions or for further information about the Alliance, please contact: esvcsealliance@escv.org.uk or visit their website here.
Healthwatch East Sussex are the local independent watchdog for health and care. They are collaborating with NHS Sussex to hear from girls (aged 14 years or older) and women about their experiences of local health services in the last 12 months. Please complete their short survey so they can help decision-makers understand how services can