Twinning Event with Gibraltar Counterparts

Strengthening Global Connections to Support Local Communities

Citizens Advice South East Staffordshire hosted a special twinning event with Gibraltar Citizens Advice, sharing ideas and building international ties to strengthen local support services.

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CASES Hosts Twinning Event with Gibraltar Counterparts

In a remarkable display of international collaboration, Citizens Advice South East Staffordshire (CASES) welcomed a delegation from the Gibraltar Citizens Advice Bureau for a twinning event at Lichfield’s District Council House. This gathering aimed to foster the exchange of expertise and best practices between the two organizations.

The event, held on November 13, 2024, featured presentations from both CASES and the Gibraltar team to an audience comprising staff, volunteers, and partners, including representatives from North Warwickshire Citizens Advice, Lichfield Food Bank, and Lichfield District Council. The discussions centered on enhancing service delivery and strengthening community support mechanisms.

Following the presentations, the Gibraltar delegation visited local landmarks, including the Lichfield Food Bank, the Gibraltar Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum, and Lichfield Cathedral. Ivan Navas, Chairman of the Gibraltar Citizens Advice Bureau Board of Trustees, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and emphasized the value of such collaborations in enriching their services.

John Griffiths, Chair of CASES, highlighted the importance of these international ties, stating that the collaboration aims to benefit both communities by sharing insights and fostering mutual growth. This event underscores CASES’s commitment to continuous improvement and community engagement through global partnerships.