Community Connector Role - Brainstorm by https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector en-us 2019-02-05 00:43:35 UTC 2024-05-25 22:50:43 UTC hello@padlet.com set/define boundaries re areas eg certain LGA's. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087324 be clear on what connections are needed & local networks that provide them. Determine which or all levels to target eg mezzo, micro?
Determine capacity of the connections to help.
Developing relationships and clear understanding of the needs & support required by all parties to implement and sustain positive benefit for all parties (MW & MIM)]]> 2019-02-06 02:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087324 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087484 Understand the needs of individual young people
Liaise with BF key worker to understand the needs/aspirations/hopes/wishes/dreams that community can support with. 

Then map out within each service area what resources are available for young people leaving care. This would include governance groups such as the child and youth area partnerships, alliances, advisory groups such as with local council. 

Decide on which community members/organisations etc... you want to prioritise a relationship with and meet. 





]]> 2019-02-06 02:09:39 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087484 Young people involved at all levels. (Why isn't there a young person here today?) https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087615 How to we support and give them the skills to communicate at a variety of levels;
Individual - a leading voice in their own journey
Program - howto are they contributing  best practice ? Are they co-designing all written information eg. brochures, websites etc.
Organisational - committee, boards etc
Government - policy development 
NOT TOKENISTIC needs to be buy in from staff and young people.


]]> 2019-02-06 02:10:38 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087615 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087700 As a starting point YP should be an integral part of PB solutions. Use social media, innovative info sharing platforms, existing media/apps eg SORTLI, existing networks eg CREATE, Berry Street Y Change, live portal of service/resources ]]> 2019-02-06 02:11:07 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087700 Use a 'Vision Tool' - document aspirations of YP. andrew_alford5 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087732 Start with the YP (and someone who has a trusted relationship)
Identify a personal/informal connection in the local community
Build up a 'bank' of connections informal/informal
Some relationships require more time/resource to identify and build up.
Change mind set of workers/practitioners to draw on their own networks and relationships
Partner with 'significant' others to draw on their networks
The Vision tool assesses readiness and the best possible pathway to a community connection. It encourages the workers to be person-centred.
CC informs/educates the informal network contacts on what to expect and how to approach the YP - eg/ language, expectations, role, focus, level of contact, what they can do/not do?
CC helps create a 'safe' environment and enables communication etc.]]> 2019-02-06 02:11:20 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087732 Balancing - 'important channels' - need a collective/individual view of what YP in the area need/want (possibly from the key worker https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087957 2019-02-06 02:12:53 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328087957 community may not necessarily be identified as 'place based/geographic' limitations - need to consider broader definition https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088354 May be interest based rather than place based]]> 2019-02-06 02:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088354 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088613 Engage with local communities - awareness raising of YP in care as a cohort, attend networks/meetings WITH YP - demystify those with a care experience, showcase achievements of YP, seek from community what they see as local need/issues and strategise together how to meet that need. Avoid single-person dependencies. Raise expectations and decrease stigma of those with a care experience. Promotion of positive outcomes for care leavers - less focus on challenges/poor outcomes/strike the right balance eg stats re higher education participation. Ensure utilisation of Advantaged Thinking principles when networking. ]]> 2019-02-06 02:17:30 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088613 Involving young people in this is key! https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088711
An individualised approach to problem solving community connection issues.

Could this role be responsible for maintaining a knowledge resources about available services/connections in coordination with other existing networks/groups. 
Develop systematic approach to sharing with BF key workers/coaches

]]> 2019-02-06 02:18:07 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088711 strong co-design foundations https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088818 direct consultation with BFYP of what they want/seek in this space. being creative of how consultation process occurs ans maintained.
Consult community of who this should work for yp - AYP.
Periodic check-in points thereafter to ensure relevance and sustainability (AW&MIM)]]> 2019-02-06 02:18:49 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328088818 Be very clear about what the needs of the cohort are, so that the opportunities gathered are appropriate and sustainable. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089034
Getting all the ducks in a row, before launching to keep momentum and sustainability.
Continually nurturing relationships.
Providing support and training to community participants.]]> 2019-02-06 02:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089034 Workers should feed back developments into YPs care plans and planning session https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089249 Feedback should be opportunity and outcome based (rather than development/strategies)]]> 2019-02-06 02:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089249 andrew_alford5 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089506 In-person meetings with key organisations in the local area - LG
Regular communication via newsletter or similar on-line tool to facilitate and maintain relationships and engagement and manage expectations. Particularly where they have been approached but not yet had a YP involved or participate in their offering. 
Provide resources, information and advice sheets .
Network meetings convened regularly (perhaps tapping into existing meetings/networks eg/ "Youth Opportunities Landscape"]]> 2019-02-06 02:22:48 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089506 Peers sharing their experiences, in their own language, what has worked, opportunities created for them (?with support from CC). What's possible. Using language that's relevant and accessible to YP https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089517 2019-02-06 02:22:54 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328089517 Highlights the need for appropriate use of tools to gather information (workers), establishment of Community of Practice, clear role definition of both BF Key Worker and CC - key worker should be a conduit, and should be client/carer/elder facing - CC should adopt a broader local, place based view (not individual client facing). Need for networks which capture the voice of YP, carers, elders etc https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090270 2019-02-06 02:27:02 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090270 CC establishes service/provider and works on building relationship and then introduces to the BF team for a more targeted- longer term benefit for the team/working more efficiently . BF worker can propose options to the careteam. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090393 On occassion CC can  facilitate/ support BFYP to connect with the service (AW&MIM). 
Model needs to remain flexible whereby info sharing and facilitaion of connection can occur by BFW or CC as all staff will naturally have many existing relationships and connections.]]> 2019-02-06 02:27:52 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090393 Ensuring practitioners are person-centred and embracing a co-design approach. andrew_alford5 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090438 Services need to be locally based.
Flexibility - after-hours, etc
Identify gaps and ways to bring in service responses and informal supports and networks that meets the specific needs of some YP eg/ CALD, LGBTI etc Esp. in rural areas.
Building soft skills of YP that are transferable and enable/empower them to mange change/moves to new places/locations. 
Keeping eye on the incremental steps and the longer term vision and aspirations of the YP.]]> 2019-02-06 02:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090438 promoting the benefits to providing opportunities for young people (different views, diversity, tenacity, resilience, independence). What YP have general. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090606 2019-02-06 02:29:23 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090606 If we get question 5 right at the outset, the this should naturally occur. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090741 Short videos of success stories of young people and community particpants. (How did the experience enhance the community organisation)


]]> 2019-02-06 02:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090741 do we need to define promoting the assets of YP in care vs. YP in general. Or if we do differentiate - identify the specific assets / positive differences https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090814 2019-02-06 02:30:48 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328090814 CO-DESIGN & HUMAN CENTRED APPROACH andrew_alford5 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091499 Continuous feedback is critical. 
Ideate, co-create and prototype new approaches with YP.
Needs to be facilitated properly to get the best co-design outcomes. Does the CC faciiltate the co-design process or is an expert facilitator used?
Resource and time intensive if done properly.
Need to involve all key stakeholders to get all the views and ideas incorporated.
Will it be area-based co-design process or on a broader level? Hoe do u define an area.

]]> 2019-02-06 02:35:41 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091499 Short videos of success stories. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091509 2019-02-06 02:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091509 When making first contact with potential community partners - take young people with you. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091577 2019-02-06 02:36:16 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091577 Should it actually be case by case? https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091614 If it isn't case by case are we just recreating what already exists
Particularly in rural areas there are very limited resouces so an individualised approach could be key. 
Cant do one without the other
We are not suggesting the role takes on any case work but supports the case worker in creating indivudspecific individualised connections which meets the needs of the young person. 
There would still be an aspect of broader community engagement, relationship building, etc... for this role



]]> 2019-02-06 02:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091614 key workers / case managers to collate needs of YP and feedback to CC. Noting that no individual YPs needs/desires should be ignored https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091665 2019-02-06 02:36:55 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091665 Use of technology to create bank of opportunities /resources/connections that can be used locally within immediate BF team but across program areas for the office. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091900 Promoting self-sufficiency/empowerment- ensuring YP can access back directly as well as staff (& A/community)
Re AYP considering access of this resource to local gathering places.
(AW&MIM)]]> 2019-02-06 02:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091900 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091998 Awareness raising within local community groups (eg sporting, hobby clubs) about yp leaving care. Harness other orgs doing similar eg SALT (sport and life training). Build agency with local communities eg grants programs - link to responses inclusive of vulnerable groups eg YP leaving care. Work to Address barriers eithib local community groups eg YP who can’t afford fees/uniforms - scholarship type programs. Waive requirement to attend minimum number of sessions. ]]> 2019-02-06 02:39:24 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328091998 Talk about generic attributes of young of young people with OOHC experience https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092434 resilience
problem solving
networking
self advocacy]]> 2019-02-06 02:42:58 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092434 Relationship development with the connection integral to provide strong foundation/education around context of yp they'll be working with so if there are challenges, placements are readily compromised. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092818 Establishing real and honest commuication and expectations while helping understand the benefit to the connection and the yp.
eg VACCA SMR- AYP readily part of the community and more immediate VACCA community as an asset, so traineeships/work opportunities readily considered for them when avaialble. Same approach with A/gathering places and other ACCO's. strong natural networking also helps (AW&MIM)

]]> 2019-02-06 02:46:00 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092818 Continual collaboration https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092846 2019-02-06 02:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092846 Establish or leverage networks with broad representation across govt, community, business or philanthropy with a view to strengthening opportunities for yp leaving care. Identify localised needs and opportunities via co-design process with all parties incl YP and agree a work plan/key priorities. Develop and maintain expertise about available resources. Build and foster key relationships with ‘influencers’. Learn who the movers and shakers are. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092903 2019-02-06 02:46:30 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092903 andrew_alford5 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092922 The skills and capabilities of the CC will drive this. Recruit the right people based on the priorities of the role. Write a good PD and then recruit to it! Relationship building; Networker; Strategic thinking; Communty Devt/Engagement; Not a SWkr necessarily - other quals.
Organisational leadership needs to embrace and enable this way of working - a new way of working.

]]> 2019-02-06 02:46:38 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092922 Using on-line resources such as padlet to ensure that all have ability to have a voice. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092929 2019-02-06 02:46:40 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092929 Via the BF key workers https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092935 Regular forums with BF workers. 
If the CC is embedded within the Better Futures program communication becomes organic, more regular, daily, "the lunchtime discussion" etc... It also would aid in keeping a good relationship between the key worker and CC

Updates are given out regularly for community events, resources etc.. should be shared with young people via there worker and in other forums/activities planned with young people. . 

SOCIAL MEDIA!!

]]> 2019-02-06 02:46:42 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328092935 on line portal to allow all stakeholders input into types of opportunities required https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328093115 2019-02-06 02:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328093115 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094345 Need to be mindful and consider the language we use when promoting achievements.

Providing training opportunities for young people (AT) and explaining why and what we are doing.

Social media, linked in, local council newsletters, and information at local networks. Use online platforms such as Trello (comms for practice champions in Brighter Futures). Community of Prcatice. 

Feeding back to young people through consultative processors. ]]> 2019-02-06 02:57:01 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094345 Fundemental CC works very closely alongside BFW's to enable direct and indirect oportunities to understand themes around the needs of the BFYP and inform which providers/areas to prioritise https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094511 CC maintain a form of direct connection to the YP to enable incidental or targeted conversations and needs in this regard. eg attending youth night, camps and other group activities to enable such conversations and consultations. 
Give YP opportunity for a formal consultation process.
(AW&MIM)]]> 2019-02-06 02:58:16 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094511 Clear clarification on whose role it is to foster informal supports - case manager of CC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094666 2019-02-06 02:59:39 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094666 create realistic expectations. Use the CC to education the community members/employer about trauma etc... https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094724 Be mindful and take into consideration the "matching" of the young person to the community connection. If there isn't a reasonable chance of success don't put the young person in that situation. Be creative in how we connect young people. 

Support the relationship with the community members and not just make the connection


]]> 2019-02-06 03:00:11 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094724 Linking with others whose key role and remit is developing local solutions eg local government to build on/enhance responses/services. Link with key influencers eg local Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Rotary etc. Road shows, presentations, keeping the issue of access to opportunities on everyone’s radar. Harness existing efforts eg Children and Youth Area P/ships, embedding YP leaving care as a priority cohort into orgs work plans https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094883 2019-02-06 03:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328094883 Diamond practice model https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095006 2019-02-06 03:02:16 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095006 Promote good case studies https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095518 2019-02-06 03:05:56 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095518 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095611 Co-design with young people. Nothing about us without us. Develop real opportunities for yp to input into service design and policy development. Pay YP for their expertise- adequate remuneration. Create employment opportunities- each org here today directly employ a young person with a care background. Leadership opportunities for young people - develop and foster their expertise.]]> 2019-02-06 03:06:44 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095611 Promotional material https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095745
Need to take into consideration young people might not want to be identified as an OoHC young person ]]> 2019-02-06 03:07:42 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095745 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095839 CC could through education and promotion create the environment for informal connections but formal & structural support will be needed as well to maximise some connections and ensure better outcomes for all involved

Example of this occurring already- alongside BF support, AYP readily considered and invited to all community events, youth events held at A/gathering places, elders bought to youth night etc. All means enable informal community supports &/or connection to past/unknown relatives to occur which has built sense of connection, belonging and connectedness to culture. (AW&MIM)]]> 2019-02-06 03:08:26 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328095839 https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096061 Maximising information from tools (vision tool, assessments) that are driven by young people’s individual needs and aspirations. 

Important that practitioners and other relevant people are trained in the use of these tools or resources. ]]> 2019-02-06 03:09:42 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096061 Need to start with face to face to sell the message. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096237
Go to them.

if you are going to have a forum, think about timing, location, FOOD.]]> 2019-02-06 03:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096237 Clear role definition is paramount. Delineate between role of BF key worker versus CC. Push back against unrealistic expectations of role. Info sessions to local area explaining role https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096424 2019-02-06 03:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096424 Keep advantage thinking practices in all communications - particularly how you talk about young people https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096455 2019-02-06 03:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096455 link to individual informal support who establishes contact with identified opportunity and building / fostering relationship and passing on some of responsibility to club/organisation/other participants etc. Creating the 'doer' / linker between YP and the CC/ identified opportunity. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096982 2019-02-06 03:16:03 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328096982 Use of technology important linked to back of opportunities/connections. https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328097129 2019-02-06 03:17:11 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328097129 CC should not have a focus on family relationships and peers. This would be a key worker responsibility for the most part https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328097290 2019-02-06 03:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/graceaverill7/communityconnector/wish/328097290