Asset Based Community Development Training (2 Days)

Devon Community Learningprovides a wealth of group learning, online courses and professional training opportunities for businesses, community groups, social enterprises, charities, local councils and individuals in Devon and beyond.Over the past six decades DCT has amassed a wealth of experience in community development, community engagement, business and enterprise and many more areas key to supporting our communities to thrive. Our team of internal trainers, plus a carefully selected team of external experts, are here to help you and your organisation to achieve your aims through a blend of online and in-person training sessions. Our accessible courses, events and training sessions cover a wide range of subjects including:Support for Community Buildings and Village HallsCommunity Resilience and Emergency PlanningSocial and Community EnterpriseAsset Based Community Development (ABCD)Neighbourhood Development Planning and Rural HousingBusiness Planning and DevelopmentMarketingVoluntary Sector and Governance trainingMeasuring Impact, Theory of Change and Social ValueBenefits and Money Advice training

Devon Communities Together

Develop practical skills for building and working with stronger and more resilient communities: ABCD is a proven community engagement tool

Northleigh House

Devon Community Learning

Devon Community Learning provides a wealth of group learning, online courses and professional training opportunities for businesses, community groups, social enterprises, charities, local councils and individuals in Devon and beyond.

Are you working with communities and looking for practical tools to help people thrive? This 2-day training will equip you with proven approaches to:<ul><li>Shift focus from “what’s wrong” to “what’s strong” in communities</li><li>Build confidence to identify and connect local skills, groups and resources</li><li>Engage communities more effectively and foster long-lasting relationships</li><li>Design projects that create real social impact and resilience </li></ul>What is ABCD? Asset Based Community Development is a proven approach to community engagement that focuses on identifying and building on the strengths, skills and resources that already exist within communities, rather than starting from perceived needs or deficits. It’s a shift from “What’s the problem?” to “What’s strong and how can we build on it?” Why it matters for organisationsFor businesses, public sector teams and voluntary sector organisations, ABCD training provides a practical framework to:Strengthen community relationships – Build trust and partnerships with local people, which leads to more sustainable and accepted initiatives.Increase impact and reduce duplication – By mapping and connecting existing community assets, organisations can make better use of what’s already there, leading to more efficient service delivery.Empower local communities – Encouraging residents to take an active role leads to longer-lasting change, reduced dependency on external services and improved wellbeing outcomes.Enhance organisational reputation – Businesses and services seen as enablers and partners, not just providers, build stronger local support and legitimacy.Maximise value for money – Investing in ABCD skills can reduce costs over time by leveraging existing community capacity rather than relying solely on top-down delivery. What the training covers...This 2-day practical training, delivered by the team at Devon Communities Together, equips participants with the knowledge and tools to apply ABCD principles in real-world settings. Key areas include:<ul><li>Core Principles of ABCD</li></ul>Understanding the shift from needs-based to strengths-based approachesRecognising the assets within communities (skills, networks, spaces, associations, individuals)<ul><li>Community Mapping &amp; Engagement Tools</li></ul>Identifying and connecting local assetsPractical techniques for relationship building and conversation-based engagement<ul><li>Facilitating Local Action</li></ul>Supporting communities to take the lead on their own prioritiesCreating the conditions for sustainable, resident-led initiatives<ul><li>Partnership Working &amp; Organisational Alignment</li></ul>Integrating ABCD approaches within existing organisational strategies and servicesCollaborating with other agencies to avoid overlap and build collective impact<ul><li>Measuring Impact</li></ul>Evaluating the social value and outcomes of ABCD approachesEvidencing change in ways meaningful to funders, partners and communities Participants will leave this workshop knowing what ABCD is, methods and approaches when working in an asset-based way, how to plan a project with ABCD methods and putting it into practice. You will be provided with tools, information and resources to use during and after the 2-day training session. Please bring your own lunch but refreshments will be provided.This training is an in person, 2-day training course held at the Devon Communities Together offices – 1 Northleigh House, Thorverton Road, Exeter EX2 8HF.Please note that a minimum of 6 attendees are required in order for this training to go ahead.

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