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Family Activity Day in Peoples Park on 14th April celebrating the environment
On Saturday 14th April, Longstrip Wildlife has organised a Family Activity Day in People’s Park Grimsby. Lots of environmentally focused activities so read on for all the details and come along.
Grimsby’s Kasbah has a video slot on the BBC
The story about the Grimsby Kasbah gaining conservation area status has made it to the BBC with a video story appearing today. Read on for links to the video and to further information about this part of Grimsby’s heritage.
A guide has been published for Small Charities about Cyber Security. Read it before you have a problem!
The National Centre for Cyber Security (NCSC) has published an assessment of the cyber threats facing UK charities and a guide to help charities protect themselves against malicious cyber activity. Read on for the details.
Grimsby Philharmonic Society presents Vivaldi’s and Haydn concert on 21st April
On 21st April at Grimsby Central Hall, Grimsby Philharmonic Society will be presenting a concert featuring works from Vivaldi (Gloria) and Haydn. One night and two great pieces. Tickets available now via the Central Hall box office. Read on for poster/flyer, ticket prices, timings and booking information.
Brexit and Young People: the topic for the next Organised Dialogue meeting on 19th April
The next in the series of Organised Dialogues will take place at WMCC on 19th April. the topic is Brexit and Young People. The discussion will take the form of a full restorative dialogue and this is a wonderful opportunity to discuss and learn together. Read on for all the details.
VANEL are recruiting four final year students as Youth Leadership Mentors to join our IGNITE team
VANEL are looking for four final year students with an interest in community development experience to work 15 hours per week for a year on our Reaching Communities programme: “Helping Young People to Help Each Other to Lead Their Communities” (otherwise known as IGNITE). Read on for all the information about the roles (which will start on 1st September 2018) and how to apply.
Latest News from HealthWatch NEL and the last delivered by North Bank Forum
From 1st April 2018 the contract to support Healthwatch North East Lincolnshire will shift from North Bank Forum to Meeting New Horizons. So read on for the last HealthWatch bulletin via NBF before the delivery changes.
Age UK Lindsey are selling mini-buses
Age UK are selling four mini-buses that they no longer have use of. Read on for the details, prices and who to contact if you are interested.
Climb4 and Grimsby Institute running a fun children and young people’s holiday club over Easter
A “Create the Tiger” holiday club has been organised for 9th-11th April at Grimsby Institute by Climb4. Read on for all the details and the flyers and pass on to anyone with kids!
Tech trends in the non-profit sector and a local event to help support you further with technology
Recent reports and news from the sector show that tech and digital skills (especially locally) are making slow progress. At the same time the top trends in technology are racing ahead and will be transformative. How can you keep up, get ahead and benefit from technology? Read on for reports, our perspective and for details of an event to discuss all this.
Do you oversee volunteers for your organisation? If so, VANEL have Support and Supervision training for you soon
As part of our ongoing series of training sessions supporting volunteer managers and those supervising volunteers we have a “Support and Supervision” session on 18th April. Read on for all the details and how to book.
Feedback from the recent Volunteer Managers Network meeting and welcome onboard to a new Volunteer Development Service member
The Volunteer Managers Network met last week, so here’s a quick roundup of what was covered.
Governance weekly for 22nd March
Our weekly roundup of news related to governance, trusteeship and leadership: this week – governance blog from NCVO, update on GDPR for trustees and an important note from the Charity Commission about safeguarding
Action counters terrorism campaign launches
The national ‘Action Counters Terrorism’ awareness campaign launched this week. Read on to understand this important initiative.
Creating Strong Communities Innovation Programme wins LGC award 2018
A lot of work has been invested in the Creating Strong Communities innovation model over the past few years – not least in embedding aspects of Restorative Practice and Restorative Justice supported through VANEL. And this work has just been rewarded with an award win this week. Read on to find out more about the programme, the work and the award
The Coastal Communities Fund is now open for Round 5 applications
There have been four funding application rounds to date for the CoastNEL fund. A fifth round has now been announced. Read on for all the information you need.
February Family First newsletter is available
The February 2018 edition of the NEL Family First newsletter is out. Important reading for families themselves and local groups and agencies supporting families. Read on to access the newsletter
Former Grimsby Telegraph editor is offering her expertise to train the next generation of young journalists!
The IGNITE team have organised a crash course in journalistic writing over the Easter Break. Read on for all the details.
Volunteers required to help support Anglian Water Keep it Clear campaign at VANEL
VANEL are seeking a small team of volunteers to support our ongoing work in promoting the Anglian Water Keep it Clear campaign. Read on to find out more about the role and to see whether it might suit you.
Why small charities should really be opting for independent examination
A bit of a dry topic – but important. Make sure your managers, board and finance staff consider independent examination. Read on to find out why.