Volunteering round-up: October 2021
In October’s volunteering round-up, we’re sharing the progress made so far on the Vision for Volunteering. First though, a word
Read moreIn October’s volunteering round-up, we’re sharing the progress made so far on the Vision for Volunteering. First though, a word
Read moreIn our fourth blog from our learning in uncertainty series, Marta Arranz reflects on recent experiences and shares simple and
Read moreOn Wednesday 27 October, the chancellor delivered the Autumn Statement and three-year Spending Review. The Autumn Statement sets out the
Read moreNICVA is recruiting a HR Manager for a maternity cover vacancy. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, this varied, stand
Read moreThis series shares some of the challenges 12 long-term leaders have been exploring together over the past 18 months, in
Read moreCashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreCashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreCashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreTrustees’ Week: 1–5 November 2021 Trustees’ Week is an annual event showcasing the great work of the 700,000 volunteer trustees
Read moreA comprehensive range of opportunities to develop and learn new skills.
Read moreIn our third blog from our learning in uncertainty series, Nikki Wimborne from Cripplegate Foundation reflects on breaking free from
Read moreIn early November, IVAR will be publishing research into why and how foundations give unrestricted funding. We’d like to invite
Read moreWith the NI Assembly Election due to be held in May 2022, NICVA have invited each of the five main
Read moreEvery other month this round-up will help you to stay informed about our influencing work, and any government policy and
Read moreTrustees’ Week takes place in the first week of November. It is a time to recognise and value the work
Read moreThis series shares some of the challenges 12 long-term leaders have been exploring together over the past 18 months, in
Read moreWith support from NICVA, The Scaffolding Project have launched a briefing document examining ‘The experience of poverty and community responses in East
Read moreNorthern Ireland Director Kate Beggs shares her reflections on the last 18 months as well as their plans to continue
Read moreIn the second blog from our learning in uncertainty blog series, Donna Buxton from City Bridge Trust (CBT) reflects on
Read moreOur latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including various bills going through parliament, a
Read moreThis series shares some of the challenges 12 long-term leaders have been exploring together over the past 18 months, in
Read moreThe LRA (Labour Relations Agency) has published new guidance: ‘A Practical Guide to Hybrid Working’ to help employers who wish
Read moreIn the first blog of our learning in uncertainty series, Shoshana Boyd Gelfand reflects on what it means to be
Read moreCashless transactions were a feature of daily life before COVID, but 2020 forced many charities to offer supporters alternative donation methods.
Read moreOctober is Cyber Security Awareness Month and an opportunity for individuals and organisations to improve their cyber security knowledge, understand
Read moreThis Sunday, staff from NICVA will be pounding the streets of Belfast in an effort to raise funds for Sunshine Foundation Romania.
Read moreHere’s the September volunteering round-up, including information, updates and events on all things volunteering. Vision for Volunteering In June we
Read moreNCVO research and insight manager, Anya Martin, looks at the key findings of the Almanac 2021 and what they show
Read moreNICVA is recruiting a PA to our Chief Executive. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team at NICVA in
Read moreToday our chair, Dr Priya Singh, has updated on the outcomes of independent investigations into complaints submitted to the board last year as part of our inquiry into unresolved incidents
Read moreJim Bailie from East Belfast Community Development Association (EBCDA) tells us about the impact of the TQUK Level 3 Award in Training
Read moreThe Wheel is recruiting for a Project Director to lead an exciting new project, a joint initiative of The Wheel and
Read moreCatch up here on what NICVA’s Policy and Public Affairs team have been up to in the last quarter to highlight
Read moreFast and reliable access to the internet is now widely regarded to be an essential utility, just like water and
Read moreLaunch of new guide to recruiting Black and Asian charity trustees Only 8% of trustees in England and Wales are
Read moreWelcome to the autumn round-up. In this edition we spotlight opportunities in impact and evaluation. We also share useful data
Read moreA new forum aimed at supporting and improving communications on issues around charity law, regulation and trends has been launched
Read moreWhile the NI Executive’s recent guidance remains to work from home, it also encouraged employers ‘to plan for a return
Read moreWith almost three quarters of NICVA members working to promote positive community relations, it remains a substantial area of work
Read moreNCVO has long influenced government to ensure charities and volunteers have what they need to make a difference and to
Read moreEveryone wants to live well. It is also important to die well.
Read moreThis training and support programme aims to provide women with the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to become influencers
Read moreIn the Sunday Telegraph, Oliver Dowden claimed that charities were being ‘…hijacked by a vocal minority seeking to burnish their
Read moreWe’ve spent over a year reporting on leadership during the uncertainty of the pandemic, capturing the experiences of voluntary and
Read moreWe asked the Grants and Donor Care Team at Community Foundation NI to reflect on the last 18 months to
Read moreVodafone has launched charities.connected, an initiative giving UK charities the opportunity to apply for free data to help the communities
Read moreThe Home Office has updated their guidance for Irish citizens travelling to the UK from Ireland or the Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey
Read moreLeading civic and business figures are calling on EU and UK politicians to resolve the NI Protocol in ways that
Read moreThe Department of Health is currently undertaking a consultation to gather views on the draft Framework which will underpin Integrated
Read moreThe Belfast Community Planning Partnership has started a review of the 2017 Belfast Agenda and they want to hear from
Read moreFree fundraising advice clinics for members to discuss their fundraising needs to start 15 September 2021.
Read moreHere’s the August volunteering round-up, including information, updates and events on all things volunteering. Covid-19 guidance We created a short survey
Read moreCovid-19: Updated guidance on running meetings Following the lifting of restrictions in England last month, and an end to temporary
Read moreNICVA is recruiting an Information Officer for a maternity cover vacancy in our busy Information Management team.
Read moreIn July and August, we hosted two events in response to the government’s lifting of covid-19 restrictions. These events brought together 70 representatives, from a range of voluntary sector organisations, to share concerns and discuss how organisations were
Read moreCharities and other societies will be allowed to sell their lottery tickets online from the 7 September 2021.
Read moreNICVA welcome the announcement of a “Big Jab Weekend” taking place this Saturday and Sunday, to give people even more opportunities
Read moreOur latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including a number of bills and the
Read moreNICVA has prepared a response to the Charities Bill 2021. Closing date for receipt of responses is Friday 3 September 2021.
Read moreNICVA recently held a webinar with the Department for the Economy to provide an overview of the High Street £100
Read moreIVAR introduction Leaders of smaller voluntary organisations experienced a prolonged, and unprecedented, period of uncertainty during 2020/21 in the height
Read moreIVAR introduction Leaders of smaller voluntary organisations experienced a prolonged, and unprecedented, period of uncertainty during 2020/21 in the height
Read moreIVAR introduction Leaders of smaller voluntary organisations experienced a prolonged, and unprecedented, period of uncertainty during 2020/21 in the height
Read moreAt IVAR, we recognise the value and importance of engaging people with varied viewpoints in our work, and listening to
Read moreFrom 1 July 2021, the electoral register in Northern Ireland will be renewed as part of the national canvass. If
Read moreFurther to the introduction of the Charities Bill to the Assembly in June, the Committee for Communities has launched its
Read moreGeraldine is a volunteer with Falls Community Council.
Read more62% of adults in England volunteered their time at least once in the last year. 42% did so at least
Read moreBrian works for Limestone United Cross Community Project and did the TLP course in North Belfast in May-June 2021.
Read moreHere’s the July volunteering round-up including information, updates and events on all things volunteering. Covid-19 guidance updates On 19 July,
Read moreTrust in charities increases New research published by the Charity Commission shows that trust in charities is recovering to a
Read moreOver the last three weeks, I’ve met 32 leaders of small and medium voluntary organisations at four online peer support
Read moreThis blog was written jointly by Juliet Lamb and Catherine Goodall. Juliet Lamb is the project manager for the UK
Read moreWe’ve heard from 23 leaders during our recent peer support sessions. Here, two of those leaders share reflections about what
Read moreThe Minister for Communities, Deirdre Hargey MLA, has appointed an independent, expert panel to review the Discretionary Support scheme which
Read moreJill works for the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Involvement Team and completed the TLP in Spring 2021.
Read moreChristine works for Upper Springfield Development Trust and completed the TLP in Spring 2021.
Read moreTiwa volunteers with Storehouse NI and also ANAKA Women’s Group.
Read moreConor works for Intercomm in North Belfast and is also a Sinn Fein councillor.
Read moreIn Lancashire and South Cumbria, Pennine Lancashire is often cited as an example of good practice in cross-sector working in
Read moreAs the final stage of the government’s roadmap to end England’s lockdown comes into effect today, we share new findings
Read moreWhat’s the latest on the Peace Plus programme and how will voluntary and community organisations be involved? NICVA meets with SEUPB to get
Read moreIntroduction from IVAR Much has been written about how funders acted differently in the context of the pandemic. Funded
Read moreAt the beginning of June, we submitted a paper to Neil O’Brien MP, the prime minister’s advisor on levelling up.
Read moreCity Bridge Trust (CBT) have signed up to our eight commitments for open and trusting grant-making. They join us as one
Read moreThere are currently a number of opportunities for people who work or volunteer in a community or voluntary organisation to
Read moreThe Minister for Communities introduced the Charities Bill to the Assembly on 21 June.
Read moreIt’s time for our June volunteering round-up including information, updates and events on all things volunteering. Vision for Volunteering Exciting
Read moreCharity chief executive pay At the beginning of the month, the Telegraph published an analysis highlighting over 270 charities pay
Read moreOn 23rd June , the first full meeting of 2021 of the Government and Voluntary & Community Sector Joint Forum (JF)
Read moreCatch up here on what NICVA’s Policy and Public Affairs Team has been doing in the last quarter to support
Read moreAs The Fundraising Regulator approaches its fifth anniversary, Gerard Oppenheim reflects on its impact on Northern Ireland in this latest
Read moreNICVA have a wide range of training on offer for staff, volunteers and board members in the voluntary and community
Read moreNICVA is lending it’s support to a new hard-hitting public awareness campaign, focusing on how paramilitary gangs use illegal money lending as
Read moreMichelle Magee, is Office Manager at The Scout Foundation NI based in North Belfast. Here, she talks about her experience
Read moreJulie works for The Executive Office (TEO) and completed the TLP course in North Belfast in April – May 2021.
Read moreThese precarious times have created mounting pressures, huge challenges and uncertainty for the voluntary sector. At the same time, opportunities
Read moreOur latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including legislation on dormant assets and charity
Read moreThe Home Office have issued further information and guidance on the process for employers completing right to work checks on
Read moreThe Women’s Policy Group Northern Ireland are re-launching the WPG COVID-19 Feminist Recovery Plan on Wednesday 28th July 2021 from
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