Approaches
- We will use the resources at our disposal to foster partnerships underpinned by shared initiatives that reflect the key strategic priorities of the college and Queen’s University.
- In delivering events and creating opportunities at the College we will provide benefit and value to a range of different communities and create a supportive and inclusive environment in line with our I-EDIAA approach.
- In increasing our economic contribution to the local economy, we will support a range of enterprises including start-ups, established companies and social enterprises.
- By increasing the number of partnerships with organisations that align to our strategic ambitions within our local community, we will enhance our reputation for excellence.
- By developing an active alumni programme and volunteer opportunities, we will be able to extend our global reach and reputation.
Case Study: Men's Shed
Connecting in the Community
Men’s Shed is a charity organisation which aims to provide the means for local men to meet, make connections and indulge in a shared passion for woodworking, mechanics, mending, building and all manner of other activities that are traditionally the domain of the garden shed.
While these hobbies are usually solitary in nature, Men’s Shed seek to create quite the opposite – a sense of inclusivity and togetherness. Its members are given a place to meet up, share practical skills, swap knowledge and chat with like-minded tinkerers. In this way, the charity builds communities and reduces feelings of isolation and loneliness.
The Herstmonceux Men’s Shed is in the workshop space adjoining the Science Laboratories at the Castle, working on individual projects, as well as assisting our Estate Team and students by creating bird boxes, signage, and even a Mink Raft. It is open on Wednesdays from 10.00 am until 4.30pm. To reflect wider local interest, it is also a Community Workshop which both men and women can attend.
Guests can bring their own projects along, join in one of our community repair projects, or just have a cup of tea and pick up hints and tips. In addition to the workbenches and wide range of hand and power tools, we have an area with tables and chairs for planning, or working on projects and craftwork.
You do not have to be expert in a craft, as members are encouraged to share their skills and help others.
Empowering People
Our ambition is to foster an environment where the contribution of all colleagues is recognised and respected. We actively encourage creativity and enterprise and continue to build on our reputation for attracting, rewarding and retaining colleagues who share our collective ambitions and demonstrate the expertise, experience and behaviours to deliver them.
Exceptional Education
Through our exceptional and unique education programmes our students develop the knowledge, skills and attributes to equip them to investigate and solve some of the world’s most complex problems. By personalising learning, which combines academic theory, practical experience, and personal development, students are able to accelerate their learning in an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration with their professors and peers from across the globe. We collaborate with partners to take our students’ learning beyond the traditional classroom environment.
Enhancing our Estate
As custodians of our historic Estate, we continue to develop it in a sustainable manner, safeguarding it for future generations. In delivering our strategic ambitions, we have a positive impact within the local community and more widely. We play an important international role in nature restoration and biodiversity, whilst working to become nationally recognised for the sustainability of historic buildings.
Financial Sustainability
The careful stewardship of resources by Bader College ensures that we remain financially and environmentally sustainable. By enhancing our commercial activity and working together collaboratively, we ensure a sustainable financial model that underpins all our educational, estate and community activities.
Connecting in the Community
We play an important role in our local, national and global community by using our resources, expertise and connections to enrich the prospects of our students, our partners and those around us.