The second FST Learning Series event happened on October 3rd and was an absolute success! Focused on the theme of Sustainability, local agents, funded projects and other VSOs came together to share their experiences and the learning from FST and to discuss strategies for the sustainable development of community-led initiatives.

Four over-arching questions framed the discussion: Why is sustainability important? What does it mean for community-building? What has been the learning in Fair Share Trust funded projects? What are the top tips for communities and organisations?  

The Learning Series marks the final year of the programme and is intended to bring people together to exchange knowledge, ask questions, and encourage dialogue and collaboration. Find out more at www.fairsharetrust.org 

"Organisations need to think outside the box" Sarah Thorpe

Nick Cunliffe has been the Blackpool FC Kickz Project Manager since June 2011, managing two projects in deprived areas of Blackpool. The projects provide sporting and education opportunities for over 250 young people. Anti-social behaviour and youth crime figures have reduced by 50% and 70% respectively since the projects began. Nick is also a consultant, advising the New Fylde Futures youth project across the Fylde Coast. Nick is also Head of Development and Head of Girls Programme at St Annes Youth Football Club, and coached football professionally in the USA for Team Elmhurst and Chicago Fire from 2001-2009. Nick is also a qualified Kite Surfing Coach and a Blackpool FC season ticket holder. 

"I wanted to make the project a household item" Nick Cunliffe

Nick Cunliffe speaks about the pressures of meeting targets for funders

Nick has been the Blackpool FC Kickz Project Manager since June 2011, managing two projects in deprived areas of Blackpool. The projects provide sporting and education opportunities for over 250 young people. Anti-social behaviour and youth crime figures have reduced by 50% and 70% respectively since the projects began. Nick is also a consultant, advising the New Fylde Futures youth project across the Fylde Coast. Nick is also Head of Development and Head of Girls Programme at St Annes Youth Football Club, and coached football professionally in the USA for Team Elmhurst and Chicago Fire from 2001-2009. Nick is also a qualified Kite Surfing Coach and a Blackpool FC season ticket holder. 

"When did I realise the importance of sustainability? The day I started on this job" Nick Cunliffe

The second FST Learning Series event happened on October 3rd and was an absolute success! Focused on the theme of Sustainability, local agents, funded projects and other VSOs came together to share their experiences and the learning from FST and to discuss strategies for the sustainable development of community-led initiatives.

Four over-arching questions framed the discussion: Why is sustainability important? What does it mean for community-building? What has been the learning in Fair Share Trust funded projects? What are the top tips for communities and organisations?  

The Learning Series marks the final year of the programme and is intended to bring people together to exchange knowledge, ask questions, and encourage dialogue and collaboration. Find out more at www.fairsharetrust.org