Many thanks to those of you who attended one of Compact 10’s events or took part in Compact Voice over the last year. The extensive consultation carried out with 120 Third Sector and Public Sector partners through Compact 10 culminated in the launch of the Edinburgh Compact Partnership’s new Strategic Framework and Action Plan on 24 June at Edinburgh City Chambers.
The new Strategic Framework and Action Plan is ambitious, optimistic and forward thinking. Ten years since the launch of the Edinburgh Compact Partnership times have changed, however the foundation values of the Edinburgh Compact Partnership are of no less relevance today. They are:
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Good communication
- Equity
- Respect and fairness across partners
- Co-operation with partners, communities and citizens
There are four strands to the Strategic Framework:
- Future Thinking
- Resourcing and Investment
- Community Planning and Reach
- Thriving Third Sector
Each strand has an associated Action Plan. These strands aim to deliver Compact’s Vision of
“A City of active resilient communities where a vibrant Third Sector works in partnership with others to build social value and reduce inequalities.”
This is the third Compact Partnership Strategy which continues to embrace a vision for the City where all sectors work together towards a shared goal of improving the quality of life for all citizens and communities.
The Third Sector Call to Action (see below) outlines just some of the ways the unique reach of Edinburgh’s Third Sector can drive achievement of the outcomes in the framework.
See this work in action in our short film Getting it Right for Edinburgh: The Power of Partnerships
For further information about Edinburgh’s Compact Partnership please visit our website
Sarah Wade
Development Worker, Compact 10 Project