Tackling Poverty Together Strategy 2026-2036
Development of the strategy
This strategy has been developed through an extensive, collaborative process involving representatives from the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sectors, public services, education, health, businesses and council officers. Together, we have built a strategy that reflects a deep understanding of our community's challenges, existing strengths and shared aspirations for change.
Our engagement with residents - including those with living and lived experience - identified specific needs and experiences of poverty in Gateshead, as well as opportunities for better collaboration and coordination. This collaborative process emphasised the importance of building on existing good practice while exploring ways to better connect available assets and resources.
Crucially, this strategy is a living document, subject to change as we respond to the external environment and emerging community needs across all ten years.
