A Place to Belong

‘Creating an environment that people can enjoy and where they choose to live and bring up their families’.

Outcomes:

• People want to live here and move here because “...it’s a great place to live...”
• People feel safe in and have pride in their surroundings
• People feel that they live in communities, not in isolation
• People are involved in volunteering and in community action
• More people taking part in, and appreciating, cultural activities

Ambitions:

• Everyone can use the CSGN to improve their health and well-being through physical activity and enjoying nature
• The CSGN is a community resource which encourages local pride and ownership and provides opportunities for volunteering, education, training and developing skills

Who will benefit:

• Individuals as they appreciate good surroundings and feel valued in their community
• Communities as places become more vibrant and attractive
• The public sector as the population becomes more willing, and able, to take action.