Supporting migrant communities & bringing communities together
The Expanding Communities Project is a local initiative which supports the integration of communities in Arun and Chichester, primarily focusing on Migrant Workers (Expanding Communities). The project works with local statutory and non-statutory partners to improve their understanding of the needs of the ‘Expanding Communities’ and to improve access to and appropriate use of services. The team work closely with numerous organisations to help individuals reach mainstream services – through signposting, referrals and personal support. The project also works actively to promote and encourage the uptake of ESOL classes. In addition the team monitors demographic trends and constantly evaluates any issues encountered to provide the partners with the most recent data to assist them in tailoring service provision. Furthermore, the project supports local community cohesion events and organises information and advice get-togethers. The project strives to reach large migrant communities present in Arun and Chichester to tackle misinformation, stereotyping and develop positive relations between indigenous residents and the newcomers.
Visit the Expanding Communities Project at http://www.arun.gov.uk/main.cfm?type=EXPANDINGCOMMUNITI&objectid=5653
Phone : 01903 726229
