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Apparently, the govt's cabinet office has produced guidance on measuring impact. Worth checking out as could be useful in our future funding applications.

"The resources listed in this catalogue provide a wealth of information on how to effectively engage local people, increase active citizenship and social responsibility, all of which lead to a greater sense of identity, wellbeing and belonging in the community. This online guide allows you to peruse our resources and explore our learning and expertise. In sharing our work, we hope to champion good practice in empowerment across London, supporting local services, voluntary and community groups and local people to work together to achieve better outcomes for all. Resources are grouped into four types of report: * RESEARCH REPORTS * EVENTS REPORTS * CASE STUDIES * GUIDANCE TOOLS"

"Building Cohesive Communities: What frontline staff and community activists need to know 20/10/2009 This CLG publication provides guidance at a glance for frontine workers on techniques which can help build community cohesion."

"€1 billion available for actions under Grudtvig programme. Call for proposals 13/11/2009 First deadline: January 16th 2010 Part of the EU's Lifelong Learning Programme, Grundtvig aims to increase participation in adult education, improve co-operation between adult education organisations, and ensure that the socially excluded have access to education - especially those who left education without basic qualifications. Grundtvig supports the following actions: * Visits, placements, adult education exchanges and preparation visits needed to plan exchanges * Learning Partnerships * Multilateral projects for improving adult education systems through development and transfer of innovation and good practice * Networks of experts and organisations developing adult education spreading good practice and supporting partnerships Multilateral projects, Networks, and Accompanying measures are financed directly by the Commission. The first deadline for proposals for Grundtvig actions is January 16th 2010. See the full call for proposals. All other actions are financed (in the UK) via Ecotec. See the Ecotec guidance on how to apply for Grundtvig funding. "

for all you mavericks - some guidance during tough times. Business related!

Raising the bar: Positive Futures' guide to accreditation - June 2005 This guide offers a step by step guide to practitioners who are considering accreditation as part of their work with young people in non-formal educational settings. The approach is not just accreditation for accreditation sake but of ensuring that everything from 'planning' through to 'completion' is an opportunity for practitioners to engage with young people as well as enhancing young peoples' personal and social development. The guide clarifies what can be a confusing context and array of awards and directs you to sources of further information and assistance. Date: Mon Jun 27 10:57:41 BST 2005

big 15 questions to be healthier charities - address weaknesses, opps, and threats. charity commission.