BURA awards for community regeneration

• regeneration
• Community
• BURA

The BURA awards for community inspired regeneration are inspired by local people, addressing local issues for the benefit of the wider community and as a result are contributing to raising community spirit and improving quality of life.

Almost 100 projects have been recognised since 1994, ranging from small support groups to large physical build schemes such as multi-use community centres. Environmental, social, educational or physically regenerative (buildings) projects, among others, are equally encouraged to enter.

Nominations for projects or schemes of any size and type located in any part of the UK will be carefully considered providing they can demonstrate a track record of success in:

• Being inspired by the community
• Being accountable and responsive to local stakeholders
• Being viable and sustainable in the longer term
• Addressing local needs identified by the local community
• Contributing to the raising of community spirit and improve the quality of life for local people

This year BURA are delighted that Communities and Local Government are again supporting locally responsible, inclusive and sustainable community regeneration through its sponsorship of these awards. 

Where can I find out more?

To see the assessment criteria, entry guidance notes and to submit an entry please visit http://firsthand.bura.org.uk.

The deadline for applications is 3 August 2007 to submit your entries online.