How we engage: Get involved in shaping the future of Adur and Worthing

At Adur & Worthing Councils, we believe that everyone should have a voice in the future of the places we call home.

Whether you want to share your ideas, lead a project, or strengthen your community group, there are lots of ways to get involved.

How would you like to get involved?

I have an idea for my community: Got an idea to improve your neighbourhood? 

• Find out how to get started

I want to lead change locally: Step up as a local leader, co-host events, and work with others to shape future plans for your area.

• Become a community facilitator

I want to connect with others: Meet people who care about the same things, find local partners for projects, and join networks across Adur and Worthing.

• Connect with your Neighbourhood team

Start or grow a community project

Have an idea to make your area better? We can help you turn it into reality.

You can:

• Apply for funding through the Worthing CIL Neighbourhood Fund (if you're in Worthing).
• Get support through our Kitchen Table programme to grow informal community activities, especially around tackling the cost of living - on the Funding People, website.
• Access mentoring, peer learning and grants through our Community Catalyst programme (coming soon) to help your group strengthen and grow.

Connect with others in your community

Our Neighbourhood teams work right in the heart of Adur and Worthing.

They can help you:

• Meet others who care about the same issues.
• Find partners for projects or activities.
• Get advice and support to make a difference where you live.

Find out more:

• Contact your Neighbourhood team

Lead change locally

If you want to go further, we offer support to residents, community groups and organisations who want to lead local change.

You can:

• Co-host events and conversations in your neighbourhood.
• Help shape Neighbourhood Charters and action plans.
• Join peer learning networks with others who are making a difference.

Find out more:

• Become a community facilitator

Help shape the bigger picture

Through our Thriving Together programme, we bring residents, groups, businesses and organisations together to shape the future of Adur and Worthing.

You can:

• Join workshops and citizen panels on key issues.
• Share your insight through our new digital platform.
• Help influence plans for transport, housing, the environment, and more.

Find out more on our:

• Thriving Together website

Why get involved?

By taking part, you can:

• Make sure your voice is heard on decisions that affect your community.
• Help shape services, spaces and support where you live.
• Meet others who want to build fairer, greener and thriving communities.
• Access support, funding and connections to make your ideas happen.

Together, we can shape the future of Adur and Worthing - one idea, one project, and one neighbourhood at a time.

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