Aberdeenshire is a place where positive social change is led by Communities and Third Sector Organisations.
As Aberdeenshire's Third Sector Interface, AVA supports, connects, and promotes the Third Sector to lead this change.
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To strengthen Aberdeenshire's diverse communities of geography and interest, ensuring they are powerful, resilient and resourced to develop their own solutions.
Enabling communities to thrive
Communities require knowledge, skills and resources to fulfil their essential role in society. We will provide the tools and support they need to succeed including training, guidance and specialist support that allow them to deliver effective, resilient services fit for the future.
Ensuring communities are heard
Communities deserve to have their voice heard and their issues addressed. We will encourage accessible, inclusive ways for communities to share their stories, ideas, concerns, and experiences with decision makers. We will advocate for meaningful dialogue and joint decision making.
Empowering Communities to lead
Communities are best positioned to identify and address their own unique needs and aspirations. We will support them to develop the confidence they need to take ownership of their priorities and lead change. We will foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration and innovation, encouraging communities to work together to develop and implement solutions that are tailored to their specific circumstances.
From funding support and governance knowledge, to volunteer recruitment and business planning, AVA offers tailored solutions to strengthen third sector organisations.
The number of times our specialist staff supported Third Sector Organisations in the last year.
The number of times our specialist staff connected Third Sector Organisations in the last year.
The number of times our specialist staff promoted Third Sector Organisations in the last year.
