Refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord
About this survey:
This survey is to enable input into the drafting of the next Greater Manchester (GM) Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Accord, starting April 2026.
The GM VCFSE Accord is a joint agreement which aims to put in place working relationships between the public and voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector – including NHS GM, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the 10 local authorities.
Before completing the survey, we recommend viewing our summary of engagement so far (updated regularly).
This survey is to enable input into the drafting of the next Greater Manchester (GM) Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Accord, starting April 2026.
The GM VCFSE Accord is a joint agreement which aims to put in place working relationships between the public and voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector – including NHS GM, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the 10 local authorities.
Before completing the survey, we recommend viewing our summary of engagement so far (updated regularly).
Who should complete this survey?
This is an open consultation for GM VCFSE Accord Stakeholders. This includes the VCFSE sector (including community and grassroots organisations, public sectors and Greater Manchester communities.
How to complete the survey:
The survey asks mostly open questions. Detail as well as links or examples, where relevant, are encouraged. It should take between 10-20 minutes to complete, depending on the level of detail you choose to answer with.
The survey asks mostly open questions. Detail as well as links or examples, where relevant, are encouraged. It should take between 10-20 minutes to complete, depending on the level of detail you choose to answer with.
What will the data be used for?
The results will be used to inform the purpose, scope, content, implementation and delivery of a refreshed GM VCFSE Accord from 1st April 2026.
The survey is anonymous but there is the opportunity to leave your details if you would like to be contacted in future regarding the GM VCFSE Accord and the outcome of this engagement process.
Your data will be stored by VSNW. Read the Privacy Notice here.
The deadline to respond to this survey is Friday 31st October 2025.
The survey is anonymous but there is the opportunity to leave your details if you would like to be contacted in future regarding the GM VCFSE Accord and the outcome of this engagement process.
Your data will be stored by VSNW. Read the Privacy Notice here.
The deadline to respond to this survey is Friday 31st October 2025.