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Volunteers Week (1st to 7th June) resources

21 May, 2021by Clare Fiander

The 1st to 7th June is national Volunteers Week, with many organisations, such as the  NCVO championing everything that is brilliant about volunteers. 

The Desert Rats Association - finding funding for commemoration

21 May, 2021by Steve NunnArts and culture, Case Study, Funding, Heritage, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

The Desert Rats Association is raising money to build a new memorial to the men and women who have served in the division from 1940 to the modern day. To do that they needed funding, and lead fundraiser Beverley Cooper - a campaigner and fundraiser of many years’ experience and standing -turned to CAN for further advice and direction. 

Charities and community organisations – closing down vs other options: Part 2 - Ashwellthorpe

20 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Housing, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, South Norfolk, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities

This is Part 2 of last week's article about other options when Charities and Community Organisations might be considering closing down.  You can read Part 1 here.

Peer support for charity and social enterprise leaders

19 May, 2021by Clare Fiander

IVAR is running 90-minute drop-in peer support sessions for groups of 10 charity leaders every week, from June 2021

Hethersett Hall - activities for residents during lockdown

18 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Health and social care, News Article, Older people

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. 

Join Our Team - Communications Officer Vacancy

17 May, 2021by Clare Fiander

We are looking for a Communications Officer to join our team.

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, Sports, play and physical activity, 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, Mental health, News Article

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. 

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