Clackmannanshire Community Wealth Building Partnerships
A Community Wealth Building Approach to a Wellbeing Economy

This Community Learning Experience (CLE) delved into the practical application of community wealth building in Clackmannanshire, one of Scotland’s pioneering regions and one of the five pilot areas selected by the Scottish Government.
Clackmannanshire Council recognises that achieving their ambitious, long-term goals requires collaboration. The council, together with the Clackmannanshire Planning Partnership (Clackmannanshire Alliance), is committed to a shared vision as outlined in the Local Outcomes Improvement Plan. This plan seeks to address the inequalities that have arisen in Clackmannanshire due to poverty and socio-economic challenges, with the active participation of all community members, organisations, and institutions.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding Community Wealth Building (CWB) in Clackmannanshire: Clackmannanshire has embraced CWB as a strategy to develop an inclusive economy rooted in public values. The region has implemented 21 actions, across five key pillars plus an additional geographic pillar, to address local socio-economic challenges. The strategy is focused on strengthening local suppliers, improving employment practices, and fostering local partnerships.
- Community Assets and Ownership: Clackmannanshire’s approach to tackling socio-economic issues includes advancing community ownership of key sites like the Tullibody Civic Centre and Community Garden. These assets serve as examples of how plural ownership and active community involvement are central to the area’s efforts to address inequalities.
- Gender Justice in Business: In Clackmannanshire, the focus on gender justice is reflected in efforts to create equitable work environments. Initiatives like the Good Employer Charter and collaborations through the Clackmannanshire Anchor Partnership aim to ensure fairness in both the workplace and business sectors, promoting empowerment for women in local enterprises.