Resilient
Resilience is the ability to thrive in a changing world and to bounce back from adversity. Resilient people and communities are more likely to enjoy health, happiness and prosperity. Devon already has strong communities, a high number of volunteers and resourceful small businesses.
| Can you? | We will: | By working together: |
| Volunteer or help to run a local service? | Support voluntary and community groups and make Council facilities available | More services will be run locally in the way local people want |
| Participate in local democracy? | Introduce new ways to help local people organise | Communities will have greater influence and control |
| Plan for extreme weather events and know how to help out? | Help communities develop their local emergency plans | Devon will be well prepared for emergencies such as flooding |
| Manage your own needs wherever possible? | Make information about self help and community support readily available | Problems will be prevented or resolved without being dependent on public services |