What Is Linkwest?

William Langford Community House

Linkwest is the Western Australian Peak Body for Neighbourhood and Community Resource Centres. We support Neighbourhood and Community Resource Centres to develop vibrant, inclusive, and connected communities in Western Australia.

Right across Western Australia, there are dedicated community spaces where people gather, connect, learn and grow. These places are known by many names: neighbourhood centres, family centres, learning centres, community centres and community resource centres. Collectively, we refer to them as Neighbourhood and Community Resource Centres.

Most are community managed not-for-profits, and some are council run. While each Centre is unique, reflecting the needs and aspirations of their local community, all are local and welcoming to everyone. People who attend their local Centre tend to be happier, more optimistic, have increased emotional wellbeing, and are more connected. All of which makes for stronger, healthier communities.

More about Centres

As the Western Australian Peak Body for this vital network, Linkwest’s primary purpose is to assist Centres be the best that they can be, to ensure they develop vibrant, inclusive and connected communities, and remain a part of the local landscape for generations to come.

Linkwest works to achieve this goal through:

Training

Workshops, forums, conferences, seminars, online learning, presentations.

Support

Consultancy, one-on-one support and peer support.

Resources

Development of resources and the promotion of externally produced resources suitable to the sector.

Advocacy

Taking issues and concerns to government departments and relevant community organisations.

Projects

At any time, Linkwest may be involved in a variety of projects designed to support and improve the services offered to the Western Australian community.

At any time, we may be involved in a variety of community-based projects; we frequently work with other associations who seek us out for our expertise; and our strong and positive reputation allows us a voice and degree of influence for advocating on behalf of the Neighbourhood and Community Resource Centre sector.