Network Q & A

Q: What is it?
A: The London Chinese Community Network (the Network) was launched in 2001 and is a second-tier* organisation which works with London Chinese voluntary and Community organisations.

Q: What are its aims and objectives?
A: It aims to form a Network of Chinese Community Organisations (CCOs) in London in order to promote the interests of the Chinese Community in London through enabling mutual support, advocacy at policy level and organisational capacity building.

Q: How is the Project managed?
A: A Board of Trustees comprising representatives of CCOs has been formed to oversee the work of the Network.

Q: How is the work carried out?
A: The Network needs to recruit members. The staff will then visit its members to find out what are their service and funding needs. This will be done in a professional and confidential manner. The Network will then take on an advocacy role with policy makers and funders. Individual members can get support in its service and funding development through the Project. The Network will also produce monthly funding bulletins, quarterly newsletters and organise workshops and conferences.

Q: What else could a Network member get?
A: On becoming a member:

• You will have the right to nominate and vote for the Board of Trustee members as well as all the rights that Network group members are entitled to according to the Network's terms of reference.
• You will be given a certificate of Network membership. Members will be provided with a Good Practice Code. This can instil confidence to funders and other partners.
• Regular publications by email to inform you of policy updates and funding information, etc.
• You will be invited to attend the "Meet The Funders Conference" and other talks, seminars and workshops organised by the Network and tailor made for your service and funding needs.

Q: Who can join the Network?
A: If you are a CCO and/or your project is set up to serve the Chinese Community in London, then this is an invitation for you to join the Network. If you are interested, please give us a call and we will schedule a visit with you and discuss in detail how the Network may serve you. Membership is free!

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* Second-tier projects are set up to support other service providers but do not provide direct services.