The BridgeNL platform is an online platform of the ©Bridge Model, managed by VANL (Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire) to encourage community engagement and enable the sharing of information in North Lanarkshire. It’s organised into clear categories to help you find and contribute to discussions that matter to you.
There are two main areas: Local News and Updates and Community Development.
- Local News and Updates is where we share important announcements, local events, and information directly affecting North Lanarkshire communities.
- Community Development is then divided into subcategories to make it easier to have focused conversations:
- Community Boards: A space for discussions relating to partner updates and local community boards and their activities.
- Community Councils: Dedicated to local issues and conversations about the work of our local Community Councils.
- LOIPs (Local Outcome Improvement Plans): Where we discuss and share information about various subgroups, local priorities and our local plans for improving community outcomes.
- Project Ideas: A place for CVS organisations, partners, stakeholders and residents to suggest and discuss ideas for local community projects.
- Community Feedback: A dedicated area for residents to share their thoughts and provide feedback on local issues and initiatives using polls and posts.
To ensure a safe and useful online space, only Local News and Updates are accessible to visitors. Only logged-in users can publish content (posters, updates, news) in categories where they have permission, which helps to keep updates and discussions focused and relevant. This ensures a secure and structured environment for meaningful discussions, co-production, and collaboration and prevents unwanted content.
If you live in North Lanarkshire, we encourage you to request full access to the BridgeNL to contribute to the development of the North Lanarkshire communities.
Here are some things you can do to get started:
Stay up-to-date by browsing Local News and Updates you will learn about local events and activities in North Lanarkshire.
Advertise your Events: by distributing posters, information, and regular updates, we can encourage greater attendance and active community participation.
Get to know the NL community by browsing the latest discussions you will learn more about the local actions, groups and issues.
Learn and Grow by taking part in conversations and linking with other organisations and people you will increase the sector capacity.
Have a Voice by publishing and taking part in discussions, you support the local community.
Share your Ideas by sharing your ideas, you make a real difference and help shape NL’s future.
Inspire Yourself and Other by publishing your content and engaging with others you will inspire others and play a key role in shaping our community’s vision.
Make the Magic Happen by empowering others and connecting them with essential resources, information, and services.
Make Professional Connections by commenting and sharing your own perspective, asking questions and offering help and support to other users.
BridgeNL support areas:
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Site Feedback: We always appreciate receiving feedback and continuously strive to improve community engagement.
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Help: Informational page with help provided to the BridgeNL users.
Additional areas that are not visible for most users:
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BridgeNL Staff: This is a private category for staff. Topics are only visible to staff, moderators and administrators.
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BridgeNL Volunteers: This is a private category for volunteer discussions. Topics are only visible to volunteers, moderators and administrators.
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Admin Area: Private category for admin use. Topics are only visible to the BridgeNL administrator.