Evaluation demonstrates success of Take Part Salford

An interim evaluation report has now been published, highlighting the key themes and trends emerging at this stage of the Take Part programme. The Take Part programme is being delivered in 19 areas aacross the country, the report shows that nationally:

• The Take Part programme is increasing civil and civic participation among local people.
• There is evidence of unexpected benefits, such as people moving on to gain further qualifications or new employment.
• Participants are more likely to get involved in volunteering, both in community groups and with public services.
• They have gone on to volunteer for local organisations, form Neighbourhood Watch groups, work in charity shops, form community groups and to have a great involvement with their local schools.
• Take Part Pathfinders supported participants in the pursuit of civic roles, with several successfully becoming school governors, councillors or magistrates.
• There is also evidence of benefits cascading to those not directly involved, such as community groups and families.