community cohesion duty alveena malik principal associate
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Community Cohesion DutyAlveena Malik Principal Associate
What does
‘Community Cohesion’ actually mean?
What is community cohesion? (UK Gov)
By ‘community cohesion’ we mean working towards a society in which:
1. there is a common vision and sense of belonging by all communities;
2. the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and valued;
3. similar life opportunities are available to all; and
4. strong and positive relationships exist and continue to be developed in the workplace, in schools and in the wider community.
disability
religion
social class
urban - rural
economic deprivation
learning needs
home language
• Britain is hyper-diverse
• Persistent Inequalities
• Increased migration
• Rise in extremism
• Identity Politics
• Globalisation
Challenges to Community Cohesion
What is the new legal duty for schools in England?
• Teaching Learning & Curriculum
• Equity & Excellence
• Community Engagement & Extended Services
DCSF:Three aspects for schools
Case studies
How Schools Are Promoting Community Cohesion
South Bermondsey Partnership – Intergenerational Project
Blakebrook Special School – Disability and social action
Appleby Grammar School – Gypsy and Traveller project
High Crest School – Raising Aspirations of Muslim women
The Sydney Russell School – Exploring white identity
Liverpool Cluster Schools – Fair trade
Guidance1) DCSF guidance and resource pack:
www.teachernet.gov.uk/wholeschool/Communitycohesion/
2) Institute of Community Cohesion good practice database:
http://resources.cohesioninstitute.org.uk/GoodPractice/Projects/Default.aspx
3) British Council Intercultural Dialogue Resource Guide:
http://www.cohesioninstitute.org.uk/Resources/Toolkits/InterculturalDialogue
4) National Governors Association Cohesion Governors Guide:
http://www.nga.org.uk/cohesion/
5) Council for Subject Associations Community Cohesion Materials:
http://www.subjectassociations.org.uk/index.php?page=78
6) Who Do We Think We Are Week:
http://www.wdwtwa.org.uk/
The Institute of Community Cohesionwww.cohesioninstitute.org.uk