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DLR Public Participation Network Five Year Plan 2024-2029
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.
1.
Thinking about the PPN, what does it represent to you? (Tick all that apply)
A useful resource for community groups
It provides information and training for local groups
It acts as a communication hub between the council and local groups
It allows us to contribute to local decision-making via consultations and having elected representatives on the local decision-making committees
It provides groups with an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas
If we need information, we can always contact the PPN for assistance
A trustworthy organisation
A helpful organisation
I am not sure how to describe it
Anything else? Please explain below.
2.
The DLR PPN shares many updates relevant for the DLR community. In your opinion, which of these do you find most useful? (Rate in order of importance by entering your rating 1-8 in the box beside each option)
Training Opportunities
Funding Opportunities
Consultation initiatives on a local level
Local events organised by DLR PPN community groups
Local events organised by organisations in DLR, in Public Bodies, and/or not for profits
Consultation initiatives on a national level
Climate Action Initiatives
Information sessions on upcoming funding, consultations, initiatives, etc
3.
Following on from the Question 2, if there is something not listed that you find useful please explain below?
4.
Do you know the other PPN member groups? (tick the option that you agree with)
My group DOESN’T KNOW any other members of the PPN
My group would KNOW A FEW OF the other members of the PPN
My group would KNOW A LOT OF the other members of the PPN
My group would KNOW MOST OF the other members of the PPN
5.
How well do you feel you understand the structure and remit of the DLR PPN?
Have a very clear understanding
Have a good understanding
Have a vague understanding
Don’t understand at all
If there is anything in particular that could be explained better? – please tell us below
6.
In the last year, have you participated in any of the opportunities advertised by the DLR PPN? (Tick all that apply.)
No, I haven’t
Yes, funding
Yes, consultation
Yes, training
Yes, information session
Yes, DLR PPN Plenary meeting
Yes, community events promoted though the ezine and/ or email
Yes, other
If you ticked (Yes, other) please explain below?
7.
In your opinion, would the members of your group be aware of the role of the Strategic Policy Committees in DLR?
Yes - most members are
No - no one really understands what they are
Some members would be aware, but not all
8.
Have you ever discussed local policy with your DLR PPN representatives?
Yes
No
I don’t know who they are or how to contact them
If you selected YES or NO, could you please tell us about the local policy discussed or reasons why you have not discussed policy with your local DLR PPN representative
9.
In your opinion, what are the most important functions the DLR PPN should fulfil for the benefit of the DLR community in the next 5 years? (Rate in order of importance by entering your rating 1-5 in the box beside each option)
Communication of opportunities relevant for the local community
Providing training to help groups be compliant with governance
Signposting community groups towards resources available to them
Enabling representatives to sit on local decision-making committees
Creating opportunities for groups to know each other and their respective activities
10.
Following on from Question 9, if you have an opinion on another function not mentioned please explain?
11.
You are a member of the PPN as you are actively involved in a community group or organisation. What do you see as the obstacles to further participation in DLR PPN for example becoming a DLR PPN Representative or Secretariat member? (Rate from 1 to 3)
I am only interested in the networking opportunities, training and the information provided by DLR PPN
Time constraints - I am busy with work/family and other volunteer roles
I do not really understand the commitment therefore am reluctant to get further involved
12.
Following on from Question 11, if there are any other Obstacles that have not been mentioned please explain below?
13.
Please tell us your views about the effectiveness of PPN communication, identifying strengths and improvements such as Information sharing re: events/ funding and grants/ newsletters etc
14.
Please give us your thoughts on how the PPN can strengthen and enhance the skills needed to run an effective community and voluntary group in DLR?
15.
What actions could be taken to enable more people to become and remain active members of the PPN, for example volunteering to become a PPN Representative?
16.
What can be done to increase awareness of DLR PPN and its relevance to community/ voluntary groups within the county?
17.
Please use the space below to tell us what you feel the overall mission of the PPN should be?
18.
At the end of this Five-Year plan in 2029, what would you like to have been achieved by the PPN?
19.
Any other comments on what DLR PPN does well and what it needs to improve?