Angela Virdee
Programme Delivery Officer - Mossley Big Local
Angela's role is to support the partnership, coordinating delivery and acting as the main point of contact for Mossley Big Local.
This involves developing good working relationships within the community as the main catalyst, from this you can bring out talent, ambitions and goals of residents who want to create a better future!
Upskilling residents and giving them confidence to achieve their dreams is the most important life skill that anyone can give. Supporting the parentship, who are members of the community, is key to the success of Mossley Big Local.
Angela's aim is to build the skills and confidence of the residents, to ensure that they can sustain the Mossley Big Local as a community agent.
Residents need reassurance that their voice is being heard, this will help shape their community and the future.
#YOUR VOICE – YOUR COMMUNITY – YOUR FUTURE
Mossley Big Local is part of a programme that covers 150 areas, with the aim to make a positive lasting difference in the community.
We want to empower residents to voice their ideas on how they can improve the community they call home. Big Local is all about bringing out local talent, ambitions, skills and energy from individuals and groups that want a better place to live.
About the Partnership
The partnership consists of residents who live on the Mossley. They are passionate about and committed to making a positive contribution in developing the community, and making Mossley a better place to live. The partnership meets monthly, but there are sub group meetings for events, projects, etc.
Creating a legacy
Weekly litter picks are held by members to help brighten up the area, some of the members volunteer at events for the community. Mossley big local want to make a positive influence to encourage new members to get involved and help create a better future for the younger and older generation. Our legacy is to bring the community together by enhancing community spirit, upskilling residents will allow them to help one another over come issues, changing the perception of Mossley and most of all building up confidence to allow residents to achieve their dreams and goals.
Our focus
Mossley Big Local has eight priorities. These are:
- Young People: Provide a safe place and positive activities for young people.
- Lack of Space: Address lack of space by providing locally based services.
- Community Spirit: Enhance community spirit through events.
- Reducing Isolation & loneliness: This is for older and younger individuals who feel isolated.
- Changing perception: giving the community something positive to say about Mossley.
- Financial Inclusion: Helping resdients manage their finances.
- Health & Well Being: Support good health among residents.
- Legacy: Mossley Big Local to leave a lasting legacy.
Community
Residents of Mossley are welcome to join our Facebook page for more information about events, projects and initiatives that are being carried out in the area.
Further Information
For further information about Mossley Big Local, contact Angela Virdee
Join Mossley Matters Facebook group
Mossley residents only.
A Facebook account is required.
