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CollaborationNI

CollaborationNI is a partnership programme giving free practical support to voluntary and community sector organisations on aspects of collaborative working. The programme is run by NICVA, CO3 and Stellar Leadership and is funded by Building Change Trust.

Who is it for?

Any organisation working in the voluntary and community sector can access support from CollaborationNI, irrespective of its size, geographical location or field of work.

What do I get?

If you're exploring an idea, seeking a partner, developing an existing relationship or driving forward an agreed project, the aim of CollaborationNI is to provide you with support, training and access to the learning and experience already out there in the sector.

Proposed collaborations have included:

  • sharing office space and buildings;
  • sharing staff;
  • joint training;
  • sharing organisational support services such as finance, human resources or IT; 
  • formation of new group structures and umbrella bodies; and
  • mergers
The support services available to you include:
  • bespoke advice and training
  • expert facilitation
  • coaching
  • mentoring
  • study visits
  • executive career guidance counselling
  • legal guidance
The programme is all about collaboration of the willing.  Organisations can opt in and opt out of CollaborationNI whenever they choose.
 
For more details on what's available, visit the website.
 

Meet the team

Leeann Kelly - Programme Co-ordinator

Andrew Talbot - Legal Advisor