Rochdale Ethnic Communities Network

Facilitated by KYP in Rochdale, this Network offers a space to make voices heard, share and exchange ideas, explore opportunities for collaboration and work together to influence policy change.

Membership

• Global Majority-led* voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations based in Rochdale  
• Senior / Leaders of Global Majority* heritage

Aims of the Network:

• To provide a collective voice and representation for Ethnically Diverse/Racially Minoritised/ Global Majority-led VCSE groups and organisations in Rochdale.
   
• To promote the sharing of good practice, communication, peer support and partnership working for ethnic minority organisations.  
   
• To improve access and connectivity to opportunities by providing information and support directly to members.
   
• To provide a forum for members to create collaborative partnerships (or signpost to other organisations).
   
• To provide leadership to member organisations to develop strategic direction and promote members interests through lobbying and advocacy at Rochdale and Greater Manchester level.
   
• To provide a vehicle for decision makers, commissioners and funders for consultation and channelling of resources. 

By Global Majority-led we mean: An organisation that exists primarily to serve the Global Majority community, or a section of that community, with decision making led by members of that community.

*We are using the term ‘Global Majority’ to replace the term ‘BAME’. We will continue reviewing the use of this term and change as appropriate and agreed by our members. 

For more information about this Network, please contact zulf@kyp.org.uk