One of the strategic aims of CVS is represent the views of the voluntary and community sector in Bedford Borough & North Central Bedfordshire.

Therefore CVS strives to work in partnership with other voluntary groups, statutory authorities and local businesses, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for everyone.

Below are some of the fora in which CVS are involved:

Bedfordshire Funding Network - aims to maintain an information sharing network in Bedfordshire and Luton in order to assist community and voluntary sector organisations and the Local Authorities to successfully access funding

Local Strategic Partnerships in Bedfordshire - as from 1st April 2009 the existing LSP's became Central Bedfordshire LSP and Bedford Partnership Board. CVS are amongst partners representing the local Third Sector on these partnerships.

The Bedfordshire and Luton Compact - is a working document aimed at developing a close, efficient and more effective equal working partnership between local voluntary and community organisations and statutory agencies? CVS is a member of the steering group and should be your first port of call for more information or details of how you can become a signatory or if your group is in conflict with a local authority.  

Tackling Poverty Together in Bedfordshire Group - was an informal multi-agency group focused on tackling poverty together through information exchange, group support, advice and joint action (e.g. conference & research) on poverty. CVS was a member of this forum. Find out about it's legacy and achievements.