Culture and communities

Cultural events and activities in Essex and community and volunteering sector initiatives

Cultural Strategy

Our Cultural Strategy lays out our plan to nurture and promote arts and culture by working with other authorities, organisations and communities.

Voluntary and community organisations

Many of the local community and voluntary organisations provide support to residents of Essex. Find your local community or voluntary organisation.

The Essex Armed Forces Community Covenant

Find out how the council supports armed forces and veterans with the Essex Armed Forces Community Covenant.