Applications remain open for the role of REPS Chair

Applications remain open for the role of independent chair of the Race Equality Partnership for Sheffield (REPS), with the deadline extended to 23:59 on Monday 22 January.

REPS will launch in February 2024 and the Chair will play a vital role in its success. Further information on the role can be found here.

To apply, please submit a CV (max 2 pages) and a personal statement outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria (max 2 pages) to sheffieldcitypartnership@sheffield.gov.uk by the deadline.

CLICK HERE for the role profile

Are you interested in chairing the Race Equality Partnership for Sheffield?

We are looking for an independent chair of the Race Equality Partnership for Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering upon the legacy of the Sheffield Race Equality Commission, which provided an independent strategic assessment of the nature, extent, causes and impacts of racism and race inequality within the city. 

 The Race Equality Partnership for Sheffield will launch in February 2024 and will be an active, collaborative network of people and organisations working towards a shared aim to make Sheffield an anti-racist city, primarily by monitoring the implementation of the Commission’s recommendations. 

 The Chair will play a vital role in the success of the Race Equality Partnership and will be accountable for the delivery of its objectives and for maintaining effective engagement with key stakeholders. They will embody the principles of the Partnership - for and led by Sheffield people; real accountability and action; independence, openness, and transparency; working together and challenging each other; communicate, celebrate, and educate. 

 Further information on the role click HERE. To apply, please submit a CV (max 2 pages) and a personal statement outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria (max 2 pages) to sheffieldcitypartnership@sheffield.gov.uk by 23:59 on Wednesday 17 January. 

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Sheffield City Partnership supports the establishment of a Race Equality Partnership

Sheffield City Partnership Board is supporting the creation of a Race Equality Partnership for the city, which will launch in February 2024.

The Race Equality Partnership will be an active, collaborative network of people and organisations with a shared aim to make Sheffield an anti-racist city. It will provide space to share learnings, hold each other to account, and monitor our progress towards fulfilling all of the recommendations put forward by the Race Equality Commission in its report last year.

The new body will be led by an independent Chair, who will be recruited in early 2024. The Chair will help to ensure that community voices and organisations can come together as equals within the Race Equality Partnership. A launch event will be held on Monday 5 February, which also marks the start of Race Equality Week. This event will be open for members of the public to attend, in line with our ambition for the Race Equality Partnership to be ‘for and led by Sheffield people’.

We will share further details of the launch event and the recruitment process for the Chair in due course. In the meantime, we are keen for this process to be as open as possible, so please feel free to send your ideas, thoughts and questions to sheffieldcitypartnership@sheffield.gov.uk

Joined Up Heritage Sheffield

On Friday 14th July we were joined by Robin Hughes and Jenny Morton of Joined Up Heritage and Dr Lizzy Craig-Atkins of the University of Sheffield, Roots and Futures to give us an update on their work (it’s been 5 years since their last visit!).

Joined Up Heritage’s objective is to be a collective voice to develop an improved heritage offer for the Sheffield area and in February 2023 Sheffield City Council resolved to ask the Strategy & Resources Policy Committee to add the Heritage Strategy for Sheffield to its work programme.  Robin asked that the Board make explicit reference to heritage in the City Goals.

Roots & Futures explores place-based heritage with underserved communities in Sheffield.  It plans to ensure a growing evidence base of diverse voices regarding cultural heritage interests and needs, and that it is used effectively across the city to enhance belonging and visibility.  More information can be found here: Roots and Futures | Archaeology | The University of Sheffield

You can view The Heritage Strategy for Sheffield by clicking on the link below. There are also many interesting links, news articles and information about events celebrating our heritage on their website. A Heritage Strategy for Sheffield - Joined Up Heritage Sheffield

Race Equality Commission

The Sheffield Race Equality Commission was established in Summer 2020 to provide an independent strategic assessment of the nature, extent, causes and impacts of racism and race inequality within the city.

Chair of the Commission, Professor Emeritus Kevin Hylton from Leeds Beckett University, launched the final report and recommendations on Thursday 14th July 2022.

Links to the report, videos and evidence can be accessed by clicking HERE

Sheffield City Partnership Board is committed to ensuring that its membership is more representative of the diversity of the city, that we are in a position to effectively engage with and advocate for our communities around key challenges, and also that SCPB and other partnerships across Sheffield and the region are shaped to respond to the vision and missions we intend to set out in the city strategy.

A Working Group, chaired by Neill Birchenall our Vice Chair, has been established to develop a set of proposals and a plan for how we address the make up and membership of the Board.

State of Sheffield Launch 2020

Come and join us for the virtual the launch of ‘State of Sheffield 2020: The Impacts of COVID-19 on the People of Sheffield’

In 2019, our State of Sheffield event was all about exploring people’s real experiences of life in our city; instead of launching a 2019 report, we spent time listening to people from across our neighbourhoods and communities talk about what Sheffield is like for them. This work built on the commitments we set out in our 2018 Framework for an Inclusive & Sustainable Economy. Following those conversations we set to work on developing a 2020 report which would present a snapshot of life across the city, told in people’s own words, alongside the more traditional data and discussions. However, since March of this year, we have all been faced with unprecedented challenges and many changes to our way of life in Sheffield, and for this reason the Sheffield City Partnership made the decision to focus our 2020 State of Sheffield report on painting a picture of what life has been like for Sheffielders during this pandemic in particular, understanding the impacts from the perspective of different communities and bringing together what we know in one place which is accessible to everyone. At this event we will be launching a written report alongside a new website which will provide a new way of sharing the report content and other useful links, as well as a space for sharing more information, insights and experiences over the coming year.

We’d like to invite you to come together online to hear these perspectives, reflect on the key messages, and help us identify the next steps we need to take together to respond, and ultimately rebuild and recover, in an inclusive way.

There will be an introduction by Lord Blunkett, Chair of Sheffield City Partnership Board, with other speakers and breakout sessions to be confirmed.

Please book your place via Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/state-of-sheffield-2020-launch-tickets-116430471675?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch

Farewell and Good Luck to Nicki Doherty

Nicki’s last working day with Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group was Thursday 2nd July. Her colleagues at the Partnership wish her all the very best in her future role. Nicki’s seat at the table will be taken by Brian Hughes, Director of Commissioning at the CCG.

Webinar: The NHS as an Anchor - working with others to build healthier communities

on 31st January, Sandi Carman and Laura White took part in a Health Foundation ‘webinar’, which was focused on the subject of anchor institutions and working with others to build healthier communities.  The webinar was really well received and we have had a number of people getting in touch from across the country wanting to hear more about what we have been working towards in Sheffield.  The full slides and the webinar can still be viewed by clicking HERE

Richard Wright to step down from Sheffield Chamber

Sheffield Chamber has announced that Richard Wright, Director of Policy and Representation, will step down from his role at the end of January 2020. Richard has been a much valued and respected member of Sheffield City Partnership Board for many years. The Board will formally thank him for his contribution and commitment to the City and Region at his final meeting on Friday 17th January but would also like to publish thanks here also.

Richard’s seat on the Board will be taken be Stella Steele, Director of Operations at Sheffield Chamber for Commerce and Industry.

State of Sheffield 2019 Engagement Event

Come and join us to talk about what matters to people in Sheffield.

Building on Sheffield City Partnership’s Framework for an Inclusive & Sustainable Economy, this State of Sheffield event is all about people’s real experiences of life in our city; rather than launching a 2019 report, we will be listening to people from across our neighbourhoods and communities talk about what Sheffield is like for them.

The series of State of Sheffield reports has become a very useful resource, using a range of data sources and perspectives to pull together an overview of the city and building an evidence base over time. Each year we have explored different themes, with the annual launch event providing a great opportunity for stakeholders to come together to discuss the city’s challenges and opportunities in a variety of areas.  But in 2019 we want to bring to life the issues which the reports and discussions have highlighted and fill in the gaps about life in Sheffield which the data alone doesn’t show.

To do this, we have come together with a number of our partners to spend time engaging with different groups and individuals across Sheffield, discussing what works and doesn’t work for them. We’re going to collect and capture these conversations in a variety of ways which we will then present at the event, and we’d like to invite you to come together to hear these perspectives, reflect on the key messages, and help us identify the next steps we need to take together to respond.  

Introduction by Lord Blunkett, Chair of Sheffield City Partnership Board.  Other speakers and full programme to be confirmed.

Book your place via Eventbrite using this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/state-of-sheffield-engagement-event-tickets-57496714220

Save The Date - State of Sheffield Seminar 2019

This year the seminar will be held on the morning of Friday 17th May in the Tony Currie Suite at Sheffield United Football Club

More details and invitations to follow shortly so keep an eye on our website and Twitter feed.

If you would like to receive an invitation, and sign up to our mailing list, please e-mail us and we’ll add you (we only ever keep your name and e-mail address on file and these are held securely)

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Sheffield Transport Strategy - June 2018

Imagine a Sheffield where everyone can access opportunities and services without transport or mobility constraints. Residents, businesses and visitors in our thriving city can safely move themselves and their goods or products with confidence and without delay. The negative impacts of transport, including air quality and noise are minimised and safety and quality of life is improved in the city as a result.

Download a copy of Sheffield City Council’s Transport Strategy by clicking here

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The New Sheffield City Council Community Cohesion Charter

This report explains the Council’s new Charter on cohesion: what it is, why we need it and what it will do. It includes shorter term integration focused actions and longer term cohesion focused actions.

Partners in the city have worked with the Council throughout 2015, 2016 and 2017 to co-produce a new Community Cohesion strategy for the city. The strategy is known as Sheffield Together: The Sheffield Cohesion Framework. Sheffield City Council (SCC) is now being asked what specific actions it can contribute to the Framework which retains and builds community or social cohesion in the city. This document is a statement of actions.

This charter document outlines the first set of actions the Council will carry out as an organisation to deliver more cohesion building activities. Additional actions will be created with partners over the next 3 years to form a set of linked cohesion action plans for Sheffield.

It makes 3 recommendations:

1. To adopt the Charter as the Council’s future approach to community cohesion work.

2. To agree to the listed actions in the Charter as the first set of actions for the new Sheffield City Council Community Cohesion and Integration action plan.

3. To note the approval of the Cohesion, Migration and Integration Strategic Group (CMISG), chaired by the Chief Executive, as the appropriate partnership group and accountable body for the new Charter and actions.

Download a full copy of the report here: http://democracy.sheffield.gov.uk/documents/s32561/Cohesion%20Charter%20Report.pdf

A Framework for Sheffield's Heritage Strategy

This document sets out the vision for a co-produced Heritage Strategy for Sheffield. The Strategy will enable communities and local groups to influence the development of policies designed to support managed change to the historic environment and increase opportunities for people to get involved, improve access to funding, and enable greater community-led heritage stewardship.

This proposal is subject to ongoing discussion with key partners, including Sheffield City Council, with much detail yet to be agreed. However, the proposals outlined in this document are designed to provide benefits to the city’s heritage whatever the outcome of these discussions. The document sets out the group’s aspirational proposals for how the Strategy will be developed, in collaboration with local communities and these other important stakeholders. The final Strategy will be developed with key partners in the city and subject to a public consultation in due course.

Click here to download a copy of the framework

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The Launch of 'A Partnership Framework for an Inclusive & Sustainable Economy'

Join Sheffield City Partnership on Thursday 11th October 2018 at 6.00 pm to launch 'A Partnership Framework for an Inclusive & Sustainable Economy'.

In Sheffield, making our city economy work for everyone is not a 'nice to have' or a welcome bonus.  We want to work to put it at the centre of what we do, what we represent and what we strive for as a city.  Sheffield could and should be a place where anyone who grows up or chooses to make their home here, regardless of their background or where they live in the city, has the same opportunities to access good and rewarding work, secure incomes, nice homes, good health, a safe environment, opportunities to learn and upskill, positive experiences of community, culture and nature, as well as being able to exercise power and influence over their lives, communities and city.  

This Framework is about expressing our ambitions to make Sheffield work better for Sheffielders.  It is about coming together and mobilising around a set of long-established values for the city, to focus on shaping a Sheffield economy which will focus on including more people, and in so doing delivering better outcomes for us all.

In this Framework we are going to set out the key principles which we, as partners in Sheffield, are going to commit to give our residents a better chance of having that life, with some clear next steps for how these principles are going to shape our policies and actions.

Come and have your say as we begin the dialogue to build a shared action plan to take forward this Framework together.

Book you place via Eventbrite here:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/launch-of-sheffields-inclusive-sustainable-economy-framework-tickets-49094332470

Sheffield Green City Strategy

The Green City Strategy aims to reduce the city’s impact on the climate by becoming a zero-carbon city by 2050, taking steps to move to a low-carbon economy immediately.  It also sets out plans to empower communities, residents, public sector and businesses to become resilient to climate change and ensure the city’s homes and businesses use sustainable and affordable energy.  It will enable modern, reliable and clean journeys for everyone, ensure air is clean for all and create a green and innovative economy by supporting Sheffield businesses to become more energy efficient and delivering new low-carbon jobs for local people.

Green City Sheffield builds upon the work of the Sheffield Green Commission.  During 2015 Sheffield City Council facilitated the city’s first Green Commission.  This independent commission was made up of key leaders and stakeholders from across the city, including business, industry, our universities, the public sector and the voluntary and community sector.

The final report of the Sheffield Green Commission – Sheffield’s Green Commitment – was published in 2016, and set out a vision for how, working together as a city, Sheffield could become a smarter, more sustainable, more competitive ‘future city’.

The Green City strategy will initially result in a city–wide Sustainable Energy Action Plan and signing-up to a recognised carbon reporting framework.  By 2020, the Council will have achieved a 30% reduction in carbon emissions, and, in the next seven years, the Council and its partners will have substantially increased the level of low carbon and renewable energy generation in the city.

A copy of the full report can be downloaded here: http://democracy.sheffield.gov.uk/documents/s30197/10-%20Green%20City%20Strategy%20Appendix%201.pdf

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Make a Difference Sheffield Awards - Autumn 2018

Voluntary Action Sheffield are looking for sponsors for The Make a Difference Sheffield Awards taking place in the Autumn.  This year they want to reach more people to celebrate the 'quiet heroes' in our city and the contribution they make to changing people's lives.  

If you'd like to get involved a copy of the sponsorship leaflet is available to download below and more information can be found on their website: https://www.vas.org.uk/make-a-difference-awards/

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Heart of the City II - Sheffield City Centre Master Plan

Heart of the City II is one of Sheffield’s key economic projects. Backed by Sheffield City Council alongside its strategic delivery partner Queensberry, the scheme will provide a dynamic and vibrant mixed-use district in the heart of the city centre and make Sheffield an even more exciting and interesting place to live and work.

The Heart of the City website contains more information and will give details of the upcoming pre-application public consultations once dates and venues have been finalised.

https://www.heartofcity2.com/masterplan/ 

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