Let's Talk SARA

Have your say and make our area better, together

What are your thoughts on vacant land at Cato Street?

Southwick Altogether Raising Aspirations (SARA) is a new partnership that offers help to the community to access support and gives people in the Southwick ward a say about what the priorities should be for the area.

The partnership is a joint approach to build community confidence with a range of services coming together in one community hub at Austin House in Shakespeare Street, Southwick.

Let's Talk SARA!

Help shape your area by letting us know what you like and what you would like to change and improve in the Southwick area. This could be anything from parks, ideas for derelict or vacant land, environment, housing, things to do, shops, the list is endless, but we don't know what we don't know. So - Let's Talk SARA and have your say using the link below.

Volunteer for SARA

We are always looking for passionate individuals to work alongside us and bring to us their knowledge of the local community they live in. It doesn't matter if you can spare 1 hour or 10 hours - it all adds up and by giving the Southwick area the gift of your time and local knowledge - you will not only improve local streets, communities and neighbourhoods; you will also learn new skills, meet new people and work on activities and projects that will benefit the whole of the Southwick community.

SARA wants to hear from you!

SARA is working directly with local residents to raise awareness of the project and support them with local issues. However, if you would like to share your views directly, please complete the online form using the link below:

Let us know what you think about the Southwick area (opens new window)

Further details including a timetable of activities will be provided in the coming weeks, in the meantime follow us on social media @LetsTalkSARA or:

e-mail: LetsTalkSARA@sunderland.gov.uk

Phone or text: 07867 156 667

SARA is supported by the National Lottery Community Fund.