Lily O'Flynn

Principal consultant @Renaisi specialising in place-based /systems change evaluations/learning. Here to learn more.

[@jesstud.bsky.social @jesstud]

While political attention is elsewhere, a radical little programme of work has slipped out largely under the radar by @luhc, with quite big implications for how the centre might shift towards place-based working.

A 🧵 on Partnerships for People & Place… https://t.co/rhCEdT9wJ3

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

After many years of exploring and trailing evaluation methods for complex place-based and systems change programmes, we are delighted to share our new model with the world :)

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

Thanks Richard it was a real exercise in trying to simplify the complex process of #placebased change! The change was so emergent as you can see, we certainly couldn't have predicted a TOC that looked like this at the outset, we took a very developmental approach

[Richard @Richard_Harries]

Now that's what I call a theory of change!

Brought to you courtesy of @Renaisi's evaluation of the @peoplesbiz "Empowering Places" programme...

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

@Richard_Harries @Renaisi @peoplesbiz Thanks Richard!

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

It’s been a delight to present at & attend @SheffieldHallam’s #pppconf23. Hugely interesting conversations on innovative housing models, just responses to crisis, understanding root causes to systemic issues + more. This is @Renaisi’s @KeziaJ_H presenting at the closing plenary

[The National Lottery Community Fund @TNLComFund]

@DCMS What helps social action thrive? Our PBSA learnings show:

👂 Listening, then actioning what's been heard
🏠Meeting people where they are
💬Resourcing social action with money, time & guidance
🤝 Creating beneficial systems collaboratively
🎯 Targeting diverse communities

[The National Lottery Community Fund @TNLComFund]

We're delighted to share the learning from phase 2 of our & @DCMS' Place Based Social Action Programme!

Launched in 2017, together we committed £4.5 million to create positive change & address local priorities through social action.

Read more here > https://t.co/d7qQfT4bWt

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

We've been PBSA evaluation partner since 2017 helping partnerships build capacity to capture learning and evaluate change. Read our blog on 5 factors that help social action to thrive! https://t.co/X97svEBgqG

[Wick Award @wickaward]

Great turnout for our Measuring Change community party! Looking forward to @mayorofhackney who will introduce the report at 6.15pm. #impact #wickaward #measuringchange

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

Last night we had the honour of launching our 'Measuring Change' evaluation report for the wonderful @wickaward! Alongside the Mayor @PhilipGlanville it was a joyous evening celebrating the incredible work of the Big Local partnership making good things happen in Hackney Wick

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

We've been doing lots of work on our new strategy, it feels exciting to get to where we are. But inevitably highlights the broken system we're in. We're aiming to make significant changes with friends & colleagues across sectors, let us know what you think would help...

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

A rarity to work on a programme that helps us grow our knowledge in two core business areas place-based work and employment services <3 we're already learning loads as explored by Eleanor in this blog

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

We recruiting for a new Project Manager in our consultancy team. It's an interesting and important role, with a variety of social projects to apply your skills to, as well as learn from https://t.co/lQexQijQBh.

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

Do you have skills in research and project management and a passion for social change? We're hiring for an exciting new role as Project Manager in our Consultancy Team, check it out here: https://t.co/qt6VsQCSjF

[Institute for Community Studies @icstudiesuk]

@LilyOFlynn @Renaisi reflects on the need for support as community businesses "transition through stages of their life cycle". As they grow and evolve, she says this "allows that creative spark to be tested".

[Institute for Community Studies @icstudiesuk]

Final thoughts? It's all about trust, says @LilyOFlynn, paving the way for young people to think differently and creatively, and supporting #CommunityBusiness to drive positive change. "Let's work with community businesses to help unlock that passion and drive", says @milski360

[Lily O'Flynn @LilyOFlynn]

Excited to be talking about what works for supporting community bushiness this morning

[Institute for Community Studies @icstudiesuk]

EVENT🗓️ It's a morning for reflection and optimism! Join our 'Looking back, moving forward' panel debate at 9am. We're discussing funding and support for community businesses with speakers from @peoplesbiz, @Renaisi, @RoehamptonUni and @OnionCollective 👇 https://t.co/Cf2P1BoSHD

[Stephen Miller @milski360]

.@LilyOFlynn has written up her key reflections here, alongside a powerful and moving video where local people talk about the impact this work has had on their lives.
https://t.co/ZCtAdImjHy

#communitybusiness #communitydevelopment #levellingup