Backed by CAN, led by communities. Building capacity, shifting power, shaping place.
The Ethnically Diverse Communities (EDC) project brings together community leaders, board members and system partners across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole areas to strengthen organisations led by and for ethnically diverse communities.
Working in partnership, we are building the confidence, capability and connections needed for ethnically diverse organisations to grow, sustain and influence, ensuring community voices are not only heard, but actively shape local decisions, services and opportunities.
CAN provide infrastructure, expertise and strategic support, while leadership, insight and direction come from the communities themselves, through the Partnership Board. Together, we are creating a stronger, more representative voluntary sector, where power is shifting, and communities play a defining role in shaping the future and legacy of their work.
EDC Networking: Building connections together
We host regular gatherings for members of Ethnically Diverse Communities. These spaces are created to foster connection, share resources, and celebrate our community.
To maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all our attendees, we share specific event details (dates, times, and locations) via mailing list and private invitations.
Want to join us? If you’d like to receive details of upcoming sessions or learn more about our work, please reach out to our EDC Project Manager at Mayu.Rouco-Santos@can100.org
Year 2 Annual Report Now Available! Explore how the EDC Project has supported 66 local groups, unlocked over £89k in grassroots funding, and strengthened ethnically diverse communities across BCP over the past year.
EDC Networking: Building connections together
We host regular gatherings for members of Ethnically Diverse Communities. These spaces are created to foster connection, share resources, and celebrate our community.
To maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all our attendees, we share specific event details (dates, times, and locations) via mailing list and private invitations.
Want to join us? If you’d like to receive details of upcoming sessions or learn more about our work, please reach out to our EDC Project Manager at Mayu.Rouco-Santos@can100.org
Project launch & progress
The project launched in June 2024 at a networking event with many different groups and representatives at Bournemouth University. Over 60 attendees had the opportunity to learn more about the project and meet other local organisations.
Highlights & next steps
Groups are supported to identify priorities, improve infrastructure and find funding opportunities. The team have supported many different groups and achieved great success.
Get in touch
Want to know more about the Ethnically Diverse Communities Project? To get in touch with the team, email Mayu, Project Manager, to schedule a catch-up or get an overview of the project.
Funded by the National Lottery Communities Fund.
A three-year project between Community Action Network, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council, Dorset Race Equality Council (DREC), and Dorset Community Foundation (DCF).
