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The how and why of developing links and influence Using research as a tool Skills development leading to increased confidence
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Taking up representative roles at key policy making fora
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for Women, National Health Strategy. Representing on County Childcare Committees, Social Inclusion Committees Community Development Support Programme regional consultations, AONTAS Conference
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Participation at various regional and national events
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Regional representation Participation in N.C.C.W.N. Steering Group Making presentations to key agencies Promotion of network Organising information and networking days
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Highlighting issues for women returning to education to V.E.C
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Having article about network in National Women’s Council magazine
Increasing profile of Women’s Networks • •
Greater confidence and belief in themselves Strengthening profile outside of local environment
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ANALYSIS Networks explored how through participation on S.T.A.N.C.E. had increased or developed the knowledge within the network. All of the networks valued the opportunity that S.T.A.N.C.E regional meetings provided for network representatives to critically analyse their work and explore ideas for progress. Moreover through facilitated discussion, networks were enabled to prioritise in particular their policy work and develop strategies to achieve these priorities. Being part of the S.T.A.N.C.E project has enabled networks to realise the importance of networking to the overall development of their organisation. The access to and sharing of information between networks has been an invaluable resource as well as creating a greater sense of solidarity between the networks themselves.
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