The North West Coastal Forum is a multi-sector partnership bringing together coastal stakeholders from across the North West to work together across boundaries to deliver economic, environmental and social benefits for coastal communities in North West England.
We work with partners from a wide range of different sectors across the North West as well as nationally and internationally on a variety of projects and policy issues.
We are currently governed by a Management Board made up of over 15 representatives from coastal stakeholder organisations.
We:
- Commission research
- Hold conferences and events, often including site visits, to highlight issues, inform stakeholders and showcase best practice
- Facilitate workshops on relevant issues
- Influence policy by responding to formal and informal consultations and by active participation in national policy workshops
- Provide technical input and expertise to projects spearheaded by other organisations and partnerships, including work with European partners
- Represent the multiple interests of the North West coast on project groups and at stakeholder meetings and by speaking at events across the UK and beyond.
- Produce a regular newssheet on coastal issues
- Hold a biennial awards scheme – NW Awards for Coastal Excellence – to inspire individuals, communities and practitioners
Explore this site to discover more about our aims & vision, the projects we’re involved in and to learn more about the North West coast.
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