The
development of Bristol Learning City is overseen by a group of
influential city leaders who represent education, business and
advocates for learning – who belong to the ‘Partnership
Board’.
The
Partnership Board champion learning for all ages and all
communities, commission activity to increase participation
and achievement, communicate messages about learning and
celebrate the benefits of learning as a way to transform
lives.
The
Partnership Board provides a framework to: connect
planning, decision making and resources; engage citizens,
educators and employers; communicate with learners,
organisations and stakeholders.
In its work
together, the Partnership Board leads the strategic planning for
learning and skills across the city. It:
- Considers city-wide transformation strategically
- Agrees priorities for action, to tackle city challenges and
improve equality
- Commissions activity to increase participation and
achievement
- Provides advice to partners, including the Mayor
when making council decisions
- Plans
collectively to maximise the use of resources and increase
opportunities
- Identifies existing provision and activity to improve
coordination
- Shares information about learners and learning opportunities in
the city
- Communicates key messages about learning
- Engages others to raise aspiration and develop a culture of
learning
- Operates in a global Learning City community to learn from and
share good practice.
For more information
http://bristollearningcity.com/
