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Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils

Service Before Self

Solid Neighbours in Reach!

Building, Growing, and Maintaining our Genuine love for our Communities

The TTAVCC plays a crucial role in building, growing, and maintaining our genuine love for our communities. By providing a platform for the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago to come together and make decisions that benefit the villages and communities as a whole. The TTAVCC helps to foster a sense of community and encourage active participation in local affairs. This can help to build trust and strengthen relationships among community members, promoting social cohesion and a sense of belonging.

In addition to their administrative functions, the TTAVCC can also organize events and activities that celebrate local traditions and promote community pride. By bringing residents together to share in these experiences, village councils can help to preserve the unique character of the village and foster a sense of connection among its inhabitants. This can contribute to the growth and maintenance of genuine love for the community, as residents come together to celebrate their shared history and values. Overall, the TTAVCC play an important role in building, growing, and maintaining strong and vibrant communities.

Not just a Single Unit Council

Professional Members and Executives in Service

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils are a proud body of genuine, hard-working members serving communities for more than a decade of committed service.

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Community Councils

Our Unit Councils are groups of people who represent the views and interests of their local community, liaising with other community groups and the local authorities to promote the development and improvement of their communities.

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Citizens Served

The TTAVCC serves the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago and their communities by representing their views and interests and working to improve the quality of life for residents.

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Local Branches

Our Local Branches of the TTAVCC are smaller governing bodies within t the TTAVCC that represent specific areas or neighborhoods within the specific counties of Trinidad and Tobago and work to address local issues and concerns.

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Active Programmes

The TTAVCC work in partnership with other community groups, local authorities, and voluntary organizations to develop and implement these programs leveraging local resources and expertise to achieve their goals.

Many Hands Making It Happen!

With over 70+ years of Serving the Communities of Trinidad & Tobago

The TTAVCC has been serving the communities of Trinidad and Tobago for over 70 years. The official birth of Village and Community Councils in Trinidad and Tobago began in 1959, just before independence was granted by Great Britain. 

We are constitutionally bound to be non-political, accepting of every religious denomination, and representative of every creed and race in the country. They serve as a platform for residents to come together and make decisions that benefit their village as a whole.

Community Involvement

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils are involved in their communities through the organization of regular community meetings, providing volunteer opportunities, conducting community surveys, and involving residents in the budgeting process through participatory budgeting.

National Integrations

We play an important role in promoting national integration by fostering a sense of community and belonging among residents of Trinidad and Tobago, organizing national events and activities that celebrate diversity, and addressing issues that may undermine national integration, such as discrimination and social exclusion.

Capacity Building

Capacity building in the context of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils involves providing training and support to council members, staff, residents, and community groups to enhance their ability to effectively participate in local governance and community development.

Strong Partnerships

Strong partnerships are essential for the TTAVCC to effectively serve our communities. By building and maintaining partnerships with other community groups, local authorities, and voluntary organizations, village councils can leverage the resources, expertise, and networks of these partners to enhance their capacity to deliver services and support to residents.

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils (TTAVCC)
LP1 La Fantasie Rd, St. Anns Port-of-Spain, TT, W.I.
+1 868 744 9990 / info@ttavcc.com

About Us

The Trinidad and Tobago Association of Village and Community Councils (TTAVCC) is a constitutionally mandated national regulatory organization that supports Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Trinidad and Tobago.

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