This is a person, group or organisation that wants to influence the bigger picture through the roles of the LINk, even though they may not be in a position to participate on a regular basis.
A participant may be interested in a single issue, may take an active role in specific pieces of work that relate to their areas of interest, or they may take a less active role by answering surveys or providing information or a view on behalf of an interest group.
This is a person or group that makes a commitment to take part on a regular basis in the development and implementation of the roles of the LINk, and to provide information to and collect information from a local community or a specific group within a community.
LINks will decide themselves how members will be chosen. For example, this may be through election from the wider LINk. A member may make use of the power to enter and view health and social care premises and will be required to complete CRB Disclosure.
A Contributer is a person, group or organisation that DOES NOT want to join a LINk, but wants to get their voice heard and paricipate in the work that LINks are doing.
A contributor will be able to contribute to the work of the LINks such as discussions, surveys, e-petitions and consultations but will not be able to initiate work themselves.
To be able to initiate work or influence a particular LINks work plan, it is suggested that they join the LINk as a participant or member.