East Sussex Community Voice
We listen to and enable communities to have their say and bring about positive change
We use a variety of skills and techniques to listen to and empower communities to have their say and bring about positive change.
East Sussex COMMUNITY VOICE
We are seeking to appoint three new Trustees to join our Board.
You will be part of a committed and forward-thinking Board, acting as a “critical friend” to the Executive Team and offering clear governance oversight.
Youth Social action project
ESCV were funded by BBC Children in Need to deliver a project working with young people in East Sussex to engage in social action activities.
The project used creative engagement methods to encourage young people to explore issues and topics that were important to them and their communities.
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:
ESCV Proudly host:
The East Sussex VCSE Alliance
A partnership of voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations from across East Sussex working collaboratively to create a stronger, more resilient voluntary sector for the county and its communities
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