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Locality @locality.org.uk · 7d

Last chance! Just a few weeks to get your tickets for #Locality25 Convention. Join us at Anfield Stadium as we kick off an amazing celebration of the #PowerOfCommunity.

📅 12 and 13 November 2025
📍 Liverpool FC, Anfield Stadium
🎟️Tickets: locality.org.uk/events/local...

Woman on stage - text next to her reads Locality Convention 2025, Liverpool 12-13 November. Book Now. With Locality and IFS logos

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 9d

Here’s Ed Wallis, Locality’s Director of Policy with his reflections on Labour party conference and what the talk is about the role of local communities.

In particular what the new Communities Secretary Steve Reed is saying and what he’s announced.

@ewallis.bsky.social

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 10d

🧐Wondering how to find a social investor that's right for you?

The @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social Fundmapper Directory lists more than 150+ investors and funds and is a great tool for charities and social enterprises seeking social investment.

Check it out 👇 mycommunity.org.uk/find-social-...

How to find a social investor - My Community

The Fundmapper Directory lists more than 150+ investors and funds and is a great tool for charities and social enterprises seeking social investment.

mycommunity.org.uk

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Demos @demos-uk.bsky.social · 12d

We’re delighted that this work has brought together a coalition of actors - including @ncvo.bsky.social, Warm Welcome, @locality.org.uk, We’re Right Here, and @powertochange.org.uk are joining us as we start this work.

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Demos @demos-uk.bsky.social · 12d

🧵A Nation of Neighbours | New coalition of the willing 🤝

Across Britain, communities are quietly leading change – from food banks to youth centres, from local enterprises to new models of care. This energy and creativity is powering a story of national renewal rooted in neighbourhoods.

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 11d

[email protected] makes the crucial case for community ownership in @theguardian.com. She says government's attempts to combine funding with powers to own community assets will make a difference long after the funding ends, unlike previous initiatives www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Labour’s plan to revitalise high streets is good - now it has to make sure people hear about it | Morgan Jones

There have been hyped policies before about local funding, but unlike ‘levelling up’ this project could lead to actual change, says Morgan Jones

www.theguardian.com

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 11d

Live from #LabourConference a new essay collection has been launched that argues the party should focus on bolstering communities to solve our problems, with an intro from our very own @ewallis.bsky.social - read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/policy-lab/s...

Locality @locality.org.uk · 15d

The Pride in Place programme's investment in 330 disadvantaged neighbourhoods could be hugely significant. The answers to the problems we face are in local communities.

To unlock this potential, the government must learn lessons from previous programmes and embed community control and ownership.

Building Thriving Neighbourhoods: The Locality Manifesto - Locality

Through the new Locality Manifesto, we’re calling for a “community power revolution”. We know that local communities are best placed to transform lives and create a fairer society.

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 24d

The latest podcast from @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social is a must listen! Julia Strelczuk, Founder of Nettle Café, speaks about her brave use of repayable finance to kickstart her organisation.

🎙️Listen now >> buff.ly/x3Fk59P

Good Finance podcast in conversation with Julia Strelczuk - with photo of Julia

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Locality @locality.org.uk · 29d

Join us at #Locality25 Convention – the biggest community sector event of the year! Learn about the latest best practices and bold new approaches for community organisations.

📅 12 and 13 November 2025
📍 Liverpool FC, Anfield Stadium
🎟️Tickets: locality.org.uk/events/local...

Tickets - Locality

Locality Convention ‘25 offers unique access to the most inspiring and pioneering leaders, policy-makers, thinkers and doers, whose ambitious work is transforming our communities.

locality.org.uk

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Trout in Plaid @troutinplaid.bsky.social · Sep 3

Doesn't every community around the world have a project that belongs in the Museum of Broken Dreams? Full disclosure: I believe in the power of realizing people's hopes and dreams.

Locality @locality.org.uk · Sep 3

The @right-here.org Museum of Broken Dreams catalogues community-led projects that could have transformed lives if only for funding, support and belief in the power of community.

Visit the virtual museum: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/36593da67ff44aef9d3812a462c92a6e

Museum of Broken Dreams

An exhibition of community-led projects that could have transformed Britain.

storymaps.arcgis.com

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Sep 3

The @right-here.org Museum of Broken Dreams catalogues community-led projects that could have transformed lives if only for funding, support and belief in the power of community.

Visit the virtual museum: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/36593da67ff44aef9d3812a462c92a6e

Museum of Broken Dreams

An exhibition of community-led projects that could have transformed Britain.

storymaps.arcgis.com

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 28

Our film with #EvergreenCollective tells the story of a community built by women, where culture, faith and empowerment go hand in hand.

Find out the difference Evergreen are making to the lives of women and girls in Derby and beyond. youtu.be/rMpeBwx-xiM

#PowerOfCommunity

Evergreen Collective: A sense of belonging (Full length)

YouTube video by Locality

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 20

We can’t wait for #Locality25 Convention this November – join us to learn about the latest best practices and bold new approaches for community organisations.

📅 12 and 13 November 2025
📍 Liverpool FC, Anfield Stadium
🎟️Tickets: locality.org.uk/events/local...

Tickets - Locality

Locality Convention ‘25 offers unique access to the most inspiring and pioneering leaders, policy-makers, thinkers and doers, whose ambitious work is transforming our communities.

locality.org.uk

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 14

Seeing women lead inspires others to step up.” – Misba Khan, Founder & Chair of #EvergreenCollective.

Evergreen’s leadership is challenging expectations and creating real change for women and girls in their community.

locality.org.uk/case-studies...

Evergreen Collective: "A place where people can feel they belong"

This month we're putting the spotlight on Evergreen Collective, a Muslim, female-led organisation in Derby.

locality.org.uk

Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 14

"I never imagined I’d be riding a bike. Seventeen years ago, that would’ve been unheard of for someone like me.” – Tasneem Mufti, #EvergreenCollective Volunteer.

Evergreen Collective isn’t just about activities — it’s about rewriting the narrative for Muslim women and girls. youtu.be/J54pEbm2Msw

Evergreen Collective: "A sense of belonging"

YouTube video by Locality

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 14

This film captures the story of #EvergreenCollective: a community built by women, where culture, faith and empowerment go hand in hand.

Find out the difference Evergreen are making to the lives of women and girls in Derby and beyond. youtu.be/rMpeBwx-xiM

@derbyshirelive.co.uk #powerofcommunity

Evergreen Collective: A sense of belonging (Full length)

YouTube video by Locality

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 14

Meet Evergreen Collective – a Muslim, female-led organisation in Derby. Today, we’re sharing their powerful story of community and empowerment. Follow as we highlight their journey, the women behind it, and what’s coming next.

locality.org.uk/case-studies...

#powerofcommunity #evergreencollective

Evergreen Collective: "A place where people can feel they belong"

This month we're putting the spotlight on Evergreen Collective, a Muslim, female-led organisation in Derby.

locality.org.uk

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Local Trust @localtrust.org.uk · Aug 1

While we welcome the vision, communities need a clear roadmap for the practical steps to deliver neighbourhood-based, preventative healthcare.
We’ve partnered with @locality.org.uk to reflect on what the plan really means for communities across England. Read our response: bit.ly/3GPZZ0g

A Neighbourhood Health Service: Community sector reflections on the NHS 10 Year Plan

A joint reflection with Locality on how the NHS 10-Year Plan can be leveraged to achieve a neighbourhood based health care.

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Co-operative and Community Finance @coopfinance.bsky.social · Aug 4

Book now for the @locality.org.uk Convention 2025!

Taking place in Liverpool 12-13 November, Locality’s annual Convention brings together leaders, policy-makers, thinkers, and doers who believe in the power of community.

Find out more and book your tickets ➡️ buff.ly/zMcVUb7

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Aug 1

The NHS 10-year plan is ambitious, but is it enough to deliver real change?

While we welcome the vision, communities need a clear roadmap for the practical steps to deliver neighbourhood-based, preventative healthcare.

👉Read our response with @localtrust.org.uk: locality.org.uk/news/nhs-10-...

Quote: The Plan's direction is hopeful, but a clear roadmap for how we get to a "new model of care, fit for the future, is missing"
With Local Trust, Locality and National Lottery Community Fund logos

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Community Shares Unit @comshares.bsky.social · Jul 30

🌊Community Power making a big splash

Read how #BramleyBaths in #Leeds used Community Shares to raise £384k from 531 investors to refurb their historic swimming pool.

www.uk.coop/case-studies...

@cooperativesuk.bsky.social @coopfinance.bsky.social @locality.org.uk @crowdfunder.bsky.social

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DTA Wales | CYD Cymru @dtawales.bsky.social · Jul 30

📢 Rhedeg adeilad cymunedol?

Ymunwch â'r weminar hwn am ddim gan ein sefydliad partner Locality.

📢 Running a community building?

Join this free webinar delivered by our partner organisation
@locality.org.uk
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📅 10:30am – 12:00pm, 12/09
👉 Archebwch nawr | Book now: buff.ly/VjTrT2M

Managing a community building - MyCommunity

This webinar will explore all aspects of effective management, from maintaining the building and meeting legal and safety requirements to working with tenants and engaging with the community.

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Jul 29

🏊@goodfinanceuk.bsky.social's latest case study spotlights Locality members Bramley Baths, a beloved community asset for 120+ years. With social investment from @keyfund.bsky.social, they repaired their roof & protected vital services.

Read more: www.goodfinance.org.uk/case-studies...

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Locality @locality.org.uk · Jul 25

Sacha Bedding, Chief Executive of Locality member Wharton Trust, calls for meaningful power devolved to communities to reconnect them, alongside 300 other community leaders with the @right-here.org campaign

We're Right Here @right-here.org · Jul 25

“I said if something doesn’t change, there will be civil disorder in this country,” Sacha Bedding tells @roswynnejones.bsky.social, reflecting on last year's riots.

"In order to fix the foundations of our democracy, we must act boldly and do things differently."

🔗https://shorturl.at/hx9O6

'I predicted the last riots and we're on brink again - but we can stop them'

Community leader Sacha Bedding warns the country stands on the brink once more, after major disorder in Epping this week. Ros Wynne-Jones visits the town to speak to residents – and hears how…

www.mirror.co.uk

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