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8 I Age Friendly Strategy 2026 - 2030 Age Friendly Strategy 2026 - 2030 I 9 4. Governance & Implementation The AFA will work in conjunction with the Community Planning Partnership to progress delivery of the Age Friendly action plan, the plan being the primary delivery mechanism for Outcome 2: Older people lead more independent, engaged and socially connected lives. Reporting on progress of the Age Friendly action plan will be on a six-monthly basis to the Fermanagh and Omagh Community Planning Strategic Partnership Board and Council’s Regeneration and Community Committee. In developing the Age Friendly Strategy and Action Plan the importance of ensuring clear roles, responsibilities and communication channels was fully recognised. In particular, the AFA is keen to ensure maximum efficiency of available resources, avoiding duplication and achieving added value wherever possible. It is recognised that partner organisations have their own strategic priorities and operate within an environment of growing need and limited resources. Leadership will be provided through the Fermanagh and Omagh AFA which will oversee implementation and performance of the action plan, reporting to the Community Planning Strategic Partnership Board on the progress of Outcome 2 in the Community Plan. It is further recognised that there are a range of initiatives being taken forward by partners operating within the health and wellbeing sector, including Fermanagh and Omagh Community Planning through its Integrated Wellbeing Network and the Department of Health Integrated Care system to note just some. Key to governance and implementation is embedding clear communication between AFA partners and promoting collaboration where appropriate – these governance arrangements will be set out in the Terms of Reference for the AFA. Monitoring and evaluation of progress is also essential in assessing the success of our efforts in establishing an Age Friendly District in Fermanagh and Omagh. Progress will be reported back to the AFA as a regular agenda item to ensure ongoing review and the opportunity to revisit any actions as required. Annual progress reviews will also be outlined in the Positive Ageing Booklet (published October annually). Image courtesy of The Centre for Ageing Better. Image courtesy of The Centre for Ageing Better.