Making Manchester Fairer: Anti-Poverty Insight Group

Something To Aim For has been commissioned by Manchester City Council to assist the recruitment and running of their Anti-Poverty Insight Group, as part of their Anti-Poverty Strategy, the Council’s five-year plan to tackle health inequalities, including poverty and debt.

The Group will be part of the governance of the Making Manchester Fairer programme, playing a crucial role by providing invaluable insights, challenges, and recommendations to shape the Council’s approach to the delivery of the Anti-Poverty Strategy.

STAF AND ANTI-POVERTY WORK

Our CEO, Janet Tam, says, “Cultural exclusion and economic disadvantage are not just related - they are fundamentally intertwined, and addressing them requires changes to the very infrastructure of our systems and society.” You can read more about STAF’s growing involvement in anti-poverty work in Janet’s article here.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

If applying as an individual, you must be at least 18 years old and live in a postcode that is covered by Manchester City Council. If applying as a Voluntary, Community, or Social Enterprise (VCSE), you must serve in a postcode that is covered by Manchester City Council. You can check whether your postcode is eligible by using this website.

The final group will be made up of both individuals and VCSE organisations, who:

  • are passionate about the themes of the Anti-Poverty Strategy (preventing poverty; mitigating the impact of poverty; pathways out of poverty; inclusive and effective delivery)

  • bring their diverse perspectives, including those with lived experience of poverty

  • are willing to engage in open and constructive dialogue and collaboration

  • can commit to regular meetings and active participation in Group activities

Is this A PAID OPPORTUNITY?

Individuals will be paid a £12-per-hour participation fee and have their travel expenses reimbursed.
VCSE organisations will be paid £90 per meeting.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in being a part of the Anti-Poverty Insight Group, please submit an expression of interest that includes the following:

• Your name and contact information

• A brief statement (300–500 words) outlining your interest in joining the Group, your relevant experience, and what you hope to contribute

• Any additional relevant information to support your application

To submit an application, find out further information or ask questions, please email: makingmanchesterfairer@manchester.gov.uk

The deadline for applications has been extended to accommodate those who were on leave during August. The council wants to ensure everyone has a fair opportunity to apply.

The deadline for applications is now 11:59pm on Monday 9th September.