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Leveraging existing trusted social networks to mobile volunteers to provide support to those in need with 48 hours of initiation.

Innovative response

SurreyHeath-Prepared.uk, a community initiative to co-ordinate volunteers and those needing help, leveraging existing social networks

Specific issues addressed and anticipated impact

The recruitment of volunteers & creating awareness of the help service through a trusted network. Impact is rapid mobilisation if volunteers to provide support.

Organisations/institutions involved

SurreyHeath-Prepared.uk
Councillor Paul Deach
High Cross Church, Camberley
Cross-party members of Surrey Heath Borough Council

Potential issues

“Business” processes will hit unanticipated barriers and will need to be refined as issues are addressed

Level(s) of government:
  • Local government

Issues being addressed:

  • Resource management and mobilisation

Response contact:

[email protected]

Date Submitted:

29 March 2020