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Welcome to the November newsletter from VANEL. Our newsletters are occasional now rather than to a schedule, but there will be another along just before Christmas. We continue to put updates onto our website and blog, so keep checking that out. Read on for links to recent news from and for our member groups.
The Editor
editor@vanel.org.uk
Headlines
This round of the Crime Reduction Fund closes on 6th December. Details here for your application.
VANEL is running a few more Cyber Security training sessions. Each is half-day long and free to charities and non-profits. Dates: 27th Nov, 2nd Dec, 10th Dec. All the details are on our website.
The next Volunteer Managers Network is next week - Wed 27th. If you’ve not let Liz know if you can attend please get in touch.
Member News
We’ve an article on the blog containing a variety of bits of news from our local Members and Friends. Read it here.
Includes:
Clee TV is up and running.
November newsletter from CultureWorks
CARE are running their Toys for Joy campaign again.
Concert with Louth Male Voice Choir is raising money for St Andrews Hospice.
New security offer from Carelink.
The Hangout Youth Group restarts on 6th December.
Music events coming up at Moon on the Water
VANEL News
We’ve nominated ourselves for the chance to win £1000 to help us deliver IT support services across the borough. Help us out by nominating us too! All the details are here.
Blue Lights Brigade is moving its website to a new location. It’s now live at www.bluelightsbrigade.co.uk and you can contact Steve or Lucy via steve@bluelightsbrigade.co.uk and lucy@bluelightsbrigade.co.uk.
We’re still seeking referrals of young people to our “Youth Working Links” project. Find out all the details here and download the poster to share around. We’re here to help support young people into work or training. Any questions contact Jenny at VANEL.
General News
We’ve put a blog article on the website with a roundup of various headlines from the past month. There’s news, resources, surveys and more. Read it here.
Some of the news you’ll find:
NAVCA is seeking feedback for research into partnerships between our sector and the NHS.
Modern Slavery warning signs poster.
NCVO’s advice on the general election and their Manifesto to the next government.
Could you contribute to the Third Sector Trends in the North survey?
The Charity Governance Code will be refreshed. Your thoughts matter.
New MyCommunity advice portal is online.
Manifesto for a better childhood is out.
Children in Need are visiting Grimsby to talk about funding.
VANEL’s latest Better Bid Writing training day.
And finally
Reminder: The VANEL offices do not open on Fridays generally. We’re open Monday - Thursday from 9am until 4pm. Outside of those hours or on Fridays our staff may well be able to make appointments to meet you - so please contact us.
See you next month
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