Participation and co-production best practice

We speak about these terms often:

Co-production is...

Working together and communicating as equals. Understanding and valuing one another's unique insights and expertise. Working together to create a plan to bring about positive change. There are statutory requirements for co-production.

Participation is...

Everyone is actively encouraged and supported to work together to improve services. Everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute and respond in the sharing of ideas and decision-making. 

Consultation is...

Everyone's views, opinion and feedback are considered. This allows us to act and bring about improvement and positive change.