Delivered by Locality, commissioned by Leeds City Council and funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund through West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Workshop 1: Introduction to Community Asset Transfer
Thursday 16 January 2025, 9.30 am – 1 pm at Kentmere Community Centre, Kentmere Avenue, Seacroft, Leeds, LS14 1BW
Gain an overview of Community Asset Transfer and the Leeds City Council CAT process, including an understanding of the things you will need to consider in preparation for CAT.
Workshop 2: Business Planning*
Tuesday 4 February 2025, 9.30 am – 3 pm at Tenants Hall Enterprise Centre, Acre Close, Middleton, Leeds, LS10 4HX
Explore the business planning process including how to develop a strong business plan which effectively communicates your ambitions.
*Please note, this is a longer workshop and lunch will be provided.
Workshop 3: Organisational Governance
Tuesday 25 February 2025, 9.30 am – 1 pm at Headingley Enterprise & Arts (HEART) Centre, Bennett Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HN
Explore good governance, the pros and cons of adopting different legal forms, and how embedding community involvement can support long-term success.
Workshop 4: Funding and Finance
Wednesday 12 March 2025, 9.30 am – 1 pm at Bramley Baths, Broad Lane, Bramley, Leeds, LS13 3DF
Learn how to develop the financial elements of your business plan, including sources of grant and investment, income streams and how to communicate financial forecasts.
Workshop 5: Managing Community Assets
Friday 28 March 2025, 9.30 am – 1 pm at Meanwood Community Centre, Stainbeck Avenue, Meanwood, Leeds, LS7 2QU
Learn about the management and maintenance of community assets, including legal responsibilities and managing tenants, activities, and users, delivered in partnership with Leeds Community Spaces.
How to Sign up
You are welcome to attend one, multiple, or all the workshops. Please use the following registration form to sign up: Registration Form
