Getting others involved

Many grassroots community projects begin when one or two people take the initiative to involve other people over a concern, an aspiration or a new idea. The way projects take shape depends on how well they manage to enthuse and involve others.

The following information is based on approaches that have been used in Devon and elsewhere, by community engagement organisations as well as voluntary groups and town and parish councils:

• Taking an asset-based approach
• Running an Ideas Farm
• Running a Dragon’s Den event