Voice (formerly the Axis of Influence)
We have changed the name! The axis for community networks – once called ‘axis of influence’ – is now called ‘voice’. The reason for the change is that we have developed a second axis – for public sector agencies – called ‘echo’. Voice and echo are BOTH axes of influence so we wanted to give them each their own unique name.
‘Voice’ is a tool which helps community groups and networks to assess and improve the influence they have on agencies and partnerships. The ‘axis’ in ‘voice’ plots existing capacity to influence against how influential the group feels. It can be used to: assess and monitor community influence, prompt discussion and debate within groups and help plan how to become more influential.
“If this was America you’d be paying a fortune for the information and know-how that’s contained here. This model is indispensable for any organisation serious about making an impact” – comment from recent ‘Voice’ facilitator training
changes has developed a Resource Pack to help people to make the best use of voice.
- Part 1 – handy guide is available to download here
- For information about the other sections of the Resource Pack, click to check out the ‘introduction and overview’
voice in print
In its former guise as ‘the axis of influence’, articles about voice have been published in the Community Development Journal and NCVO newsletter.
Contact us to talk to us about commissioning a course for people in your area who work with community groups and networks to learn more about ‘voice’ and how to use it.
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