As part of the Devon Consortium's VCS Voice and Representation Project, six 'Communities of Interest' have been established to create networks / information and communication to the voluntary and community sector, which will enable the VCS to influence the development of strategy and delivery of services through both the Devon Strategic Partnership at County and District Levels.

Being led by South Hams CVS, DACVS is leading on the following thematic groups: Healthy, Stronger and Safer Communities.

We are encouraging local organisations to 'sign up' and get involved so that your views can be represented and that nominated representatives can liaise with you on issues and developments that could affect your organisation. We aim to communicate with monthly/occasional specific email bulletins with feedback from representatives or events and news useful to your needs.

As your local CVS, we are often asked to inform and consult local voluntary and community organisations such as yourselves on specific issues or developments that need your voice too, so ensure that your local CVS knows about your organisation. We have established effective communication mechanisms enabling you to receive timely and relevant information and also hold local forums and/or networking events.

Even if you are already in contact with South Hams CVS, please spend a minute filling out the involvement form to update your details on how you would like to be consulted and/or represented on the new DACVS website.