Types of collaboration

There are many ways for organisations to work together which vary in nature, purpose, degrees of commitment and levels of formality.

Collaborations can range from setting up a monthly networking group with other organisations, to sharing staff or office space, through to fully merging with another organisation.

In the links on the left you'll find some common types of collaboration in the voluntary and community sector and in each section you'll find a host of case studies and suggestions for further resources. 

View also a list of reports and research related to cross-sector working in partnership.