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VANL launches Training Calendar for January 2018
Voluntary Action North Lincolnshire (VANL) provides training to the Community and Voluntary Sector in Scunthorpes and across North Lincolnshire. They have published their latest Training calendar. Read on for details.
A selection of tools to get you started on your path to even better governance
It’s the final day of Trustees’ Week (13th-17th Nov). Each day this week we’ve been publishing some thoughts about trustees or governance as part of the celebration of those volunteers who lead our charities and social organisations. Today a list of useful guides and resources that every Trustee and Board should know about (and hopefully make use of).
Free Level 1 Mental Health Course
On Thursday 23rd November, VANEL, in collaboration with the Independent Forum, are holding a free Level 1 Introduction to Mental Health Course in Grimsby as part of the Mental Health Millennials UK (MHMUK) project. Read on to find out more.
It’s Trustees’ Week. Here’s our Governance weekly for 16th November
Our weekly roundup of news related to governance, trusteeship and leadership: We’re in the middle of National Trustees’ Week so there’s a lot more news, information, resources and comments in this week’s Governance Weekly than normal. Read on…
“Cleethorpes at Christmas”. There’s a Christmas Market in Cleethorpes on 15th-17th December. Get involved.
“Cleethorpes at Christmas” is a locally organised event, managed by a team volunteers and supported by Event Show Support CIC. Taking place on 15th-17th December, read on to find out more about the event, to volunteer to help out or even to apply for the job as Santa!
Celebrating Restorative Justice Week : A week in the life of Marcus Czarnecki – Restorative Practice Champion
Each Year The RJC – Restorative Justice Council nationally and internationally observes Restorative Justice week – a week that aims to highlight the benefits of Restorative Justice and to keep the paradigm and the flame of dialogue about Restorative Justice (RJ) alive and fresh. Here Marcus Czarnecki talks us through his week of activities working around Restorative Justice.
Scout Post 2017 is up and running. Buy your stamps for local postage to help a good cause.
2nd Immingham Scouts are again this year participating in the annual Scout Post programme. Stamps will additionally this year be available from the Volunteer Centre office at VANEL. Read on to find out more about how Scout Post works, where to buy stamps, post your letters and so on.
Let’s not forget that your trustees and committee members are all volunteers too
Day fourof Trustees’ Week (13th-17th Nov). Each day this week we’ll be publishing some thoughts about trustees or governance as part of the celebration of those volunteers who lead our charities and social organisations. Today a reminder that all trustees are volunteers first and foremost and the job they do is invaluable.
Volunteering by Amy Waite
Amy Waite, a local Young Reporter has contributed an article this week to the Telegraph and to VANEL talking about her thoughts about volunteering.
Linkage College are holding a Christmas Fayre on 29th November
Linkage invite you to attend their Christmas Fayre on Wednesday 29th November 1-3pm at Linkage College Weelsby Road Grimsby Dn32 9RU Download the flyer here or contact Linkage direct. www.linkage.org.uk/college
“Light up a Life” event hosted by St Andrew’s Hospice inside Grimsby Minster on 9th December
Lights will shine brightly for loved ones no longer with us at a special ceremony hosted by St Andrew’s Hospice inside Grimsby Minster on Saturday 9 December. Read on for details of the “Light up a Life” event.
Current trends, issues and themes around governance and trusteeship and their relevance
Day three of Trustees’ Week (13th-17th Nov). Each day this week we’ll be publishing some thoughts about trustees or governance as part of the celebration of those volunteers who lead our charities and social organisations. Yesterday (14th November) it was the NCVO/BWB Trustee Conference in London which Karl attended. There was of course a huge range of briefings, talks and discussions at the event. So what were the key themes and issues that were discussed?
Latest news and updates from Accord
A selection of news and updates from the NEL Accord team.
Getting support for you and your fellow volunteer trustees
Day two of Trustees’ Week (13th-17th Nov). Each day this week we’ll be publishing some thoughts about trustees or governance as part of the celebration of those volunteers who lead our charities and social organisations. Today Karl is at the NCVO/BWB Trustees Conference in London and shares a quick article outlining some resources you and your board can get access to in order to help with improving your governance.
Getting our words right. Trustees, governance, boards, committees. What terminology should we be using? And does it matter?
It’s the very start of Trustees’ Week (13th-17th Nov). Each day this week we’ll be publishing some thoughts about trustees or governance as part of the celebration of those volunteers who lead our charities and social organisations. Today starting off by taking a look at the words we actually use to describe the trustee role
Organised Dialogues series. Next session 16th November.
An invitation from Marcus Czarnecki for people to join in with his Organised Dialogue series. The series continues with a meeting on 16th November. Read on for more about the ‘Fostering the Future’ theme and for how to get involved.
11th Annual Compass FM Community Awards evening celebrates dedicated people across North East Lincolnshire
VANEL was at the Compass FM Community Awards this week and what a great event it was. Dedicated volunteers and individuals from across the borough were nominated across a number of categories and the winners all deserved their moment in the spotlight. Read on for more from the evening and details of the winners
Learn more about the “4 U by U” self-support network from Climb4 and event on 18th November
‘4 U By U’ is a user led project run by Young People aged 16-26 who have experienced poor mental health and coordinated by Climb 4 Ltd. They are holding “The Brightside event” on Saturday 18th November at the Warehouse in Grimsby. Read on for information about 4 U by U and about the event.
“Santa at the Mill” at Waltham Windmill on Sat 2nd December
In the runup to Christmas, Waltham Windmill Trust have organised a “Santa at the Mill” event on Saturday 2nd December. Read on for the details.
Grimsby Philharmonic and St Andrew’s Hospice invite you along to their “Come and Sing Messiah”
On 10th December, Grimsby Philharmonic are holding their “Come and Sing Messiah” at Grimsby Central Hall and before that they have a Singing Workshop on Sunday 26th November. Read on for details of both events (singing not compulsory – you can just come along to listen too!)