Promoting Partnerships
Promoting partnerships in community sector organisations is an objective of MHCC. We do this not only with specific targeted programs but also this aim is integrated into all that we do.As we work with our members in consultations, projects and events which bring us together, we not only encourage and equip members but we open up opportunities for members to encourage and understand each other better. This in turn strengthens the possibilities for partnerships to form between organisations in a more focussed way.
MHCC has previously been involved in partnership promoting opportunities through convening NGO Partnership Forums, the Clinical Mental Health Partnership Program and the GP Partnership Program. These programs helped set the framework and understanding of what needs to be done to move forward in this area.
MHCC is working towards promoting partnerships in two ways:
- Building structures and processes that enhance effective partnership behaviour
- Building capacity in the sector to work in effective partnership arrangements.
We have a new “Meet Your Neighbour” Program to help strengthen opportunities for partnerships at the local level. We are also building potential partnership capacity in our workforce development programs and new training initiatives.
We continue to promote partnerships within our ongoing reference groups such as the Workforce Development Reference Group, and our Board, which are made up of representatives from a number of different member organisations. Member partnerships are also encouraged through our publications and newsletters.
Contact us for help or more information on our “Meet Your Neighbour” program or for resources and ideas in working in partnership to deliver the best service.