The term 'community anchor' refers to a certain kind of independent community-run and led organisation, rooted in a sense of place (whether an inner city neighbourhood or a rural district), and with a mission to improve things for the whole community, not simply a part of it.
This booklet is a collection of think-pieces produced by the Community Alliance partners and supported by a grant from the Office of the Third Sector. They do not represent the formal policy positions of our organisations. They are rather intended to stimulate debates and highlight some challenges, so that as we enter an uncertain future we do so with our eyes wide open, our minds reflective, and our hearts ever hopeful.
Contents
- Community assets of tomorrow
Steve Wyler - Investment in anchors
Jan Bottle - Tomorrow’s anchors in tomorrow’s towns
Jess Steele - Rural community anchors – a community-led response to diverse needs
Richard Usher - Where living works well – the role of community anchors in housing
Joanne Gooding - Public service provision and development in a changing world
David Atkinson - Imagine this! Responding to climate change
Gail Bland
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Anchors of Tomorrow: Published by Community Alliance. Produced in association with Community Matters, bassac and the Development Trusts Association. Funded by the Cabinet Office.
