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Community engagement support

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Data and GDPR guidance

The main principles of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and how it affects your partnership
Volunteer management

Guidance and support on recruiting and managing volunteers
Working with local stakeholders

Guidance and support for community groups wanting to engage local stakeholders, including local authorities, housing developers and MPs
Political activities and Big Local areas

Big Local funding can't be used for political activities - but what does this mean in practice?
Engaging young people

Get support for your area and discover examples of Big Local partnerships working with young people
Design a community grants programme

Download our toolkit on how to design a community grants programme

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