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Peer support for charity and social enterprise leaders

19 May, 2021by Clare Fiander

IVAR (Institute for Voluntary Action Research) is running 90-minute drop-in peer support sessions for groups of 10 charity leaders every week throughout September.

Hethersett Hall - activities for residents during lockdown

18 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story

Life has been exceptionally difficult for residents of care homes over the past year, with COVID-19 making visits from friends and family impossible. Only recently have we seen restrictions lifting enough such that visitors can once again be welcomed in. 

Community Action Norfolk Chief Executive Officer to step down

14 May, 2021by Clare FianderPress Release

Jon led CAN through its first very successful six years, substantial Covid response work, and has been a significant figure in the local voluntary and community sector over the last 15 years. 

Charities and community organisations – closing down vs other options: Part 1

13 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, News Article, South Norfolk, Support for organisations and communities

More than 60 per-cent of community groups across England and Wales have been forced to reduce their services or close completely because of the pandemic, whilst two-thirds say need has increased in their communities. Closure can, however, be a positive move however, often arising from positive circumstances. And there are often other options. 

Mental health Awareness and wellbeing in the VCSE workplace

12 May, 2021by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Mental health

It’s Mental health Awareness Week this week, 10th – 16th May, which is a good time to reflect on the importance of wellbeing in the workplace.  

The Rainbow Art Making Club - wellbeing for children

06 May, 2021by Steve NunnArts and culture, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Health and social care

Inspired by the experience of shielding as the pandemic hit, the Rainbow Art Making Club was set up by two Thorpe St Andrew mums to help promote wellbeing, celebrate kindness and connect people in the community. 

Cromer & District Foodbank – meeting the need before, during and after COVID-19

01 May, 2021by Steve NunnBroadland, Case Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story, News Article, North Norfolk, South Norfolk, Volunteering

Cromer & District Foodbank has been up and running since 2012, so dealing with people’s individual crises is not new to the team, and they were well-experienced and equipped to deal with Covid-19 when it hit.

Could you be the next Treasurer of the Costume and Textile Association?

27 Apr, 2021by Clare Fiander

This is a rewarding voluntary role as a Trustee of the C&TA - an independent charity promoting the unique and rich heritage of Norwich and Norfolk’s historical costume and textile industries which brought great wealth and prestige to the city between the twelfth and eighteenth centuries.

‘We do housing differently’: Eastern Community Homes launch

26 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Equality and diversity, Housing, News Article

Eastern Community Homes officially launched last month with an online event over three days.  ‘Eastern Community Homes: We Do Housing Differently’ saw more than 450 delegates booked in to hear a range of expert speakers share their experiences and projects.

Looking for work during and after COVID

22 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base

The VCSE sector has inevitably suffered its share of cutbacks during the pandemic in terms of loss of income and consequent pressure on staffing levels. But there’s hope – and support – for those having to seek fresh fields in 2021. If you, your colleagues or your service users are having to find new employment there are avenues of help available. 

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