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Faith Group Research Event
Are you part of a Faith Group in Milton Keynes?
We would love to hear from you about your experiences with Cancer Care Services & Accessing Health Care Support!
We are happy to have informal private conversations or attend any group events.
Email: info@communityactionmk.org for more information or to let us know about any events.
Thank you!
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Central MK Library Drop-In
Community Action: MK will be hosting a new drop-in service at Central MK Library!
This is the perfect opportunity to come and speak to us about volunteering, governance, community groups and any other queries.
When: Tuesday 10:00-12:00
Where: MK Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3HL
We are also offering the opportunity for groups to join us and promote their work. Please email info@communityactionmk.org for more information or sign up to a session here!
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Cost of Living Briefings | Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice have started a series of monthly briefings' on the cost of living crisis - Please find attached a one page summary of the headlines based on the analysis of their client data to July 2022.
Click here to read headlines from the second briefing or read the full statistics here.
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Conference | MK Community Foundation
MK Community Foundation is delighted to be hosting a dedicated conference for the Voluntary, Cultural, and Community Sector. Click here for more information.
Blog | Companies House
Click here to read how to protect your company from fraud & scams.
Blog | Charity Finance Group
Click here to read: Get Set for Gift Aid Awareness Day 2022!
Article | Third Sector
Click here to read: Zoe Amar: How Can We Make Events More Inclusive?
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Cyber Security: Train the Trainer | NAVCA
In the coming months, NAVCA are running a Train the Trainer Scheme for Cyber Security:
When:
31st August 2022:10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
6th September 2022:10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8th September 2022:10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Online
Double Donations | MK Community Foundation
MK Community Foundation has £20,000 to giveaway in match funding. Click here to register today to give your fundraising a boost!
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People and voices of MK's voluntary and community sector
We’ve been speaking with groups and organisations from across MK and it’s been great to hear about the work they are doing and what they’re getting up to. We hope this can be a whistle stop tour of some of the amazing work ongoing,
If you would like to record a video about the work you are doing, your impact and how willing volunteers can get involved, send it to us at info@communityactionmk.org and we can upload it to our page here and onto our Youtube channel for the communities in Milton Keynes to learn about your work and what you are doing to help them! |
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Click the button below to view our dedicated events page on our website, where you will find both local and national events listed for your interest! (updated weekly)
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Film | XR Milton Keynes
Conscientious Protectors
When: 30th August 2022
Where: Odeon Milton Keynes Stadium, 13 Stadium Way, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1ST
Find out more and buy tickets here.
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Concrete Cows Day | MK Rose
Join the celebration for the anniversary of the unveiling of the iconic Concrete Cows this September!
Where: MK Rose, Campbell Park
When: 3rd September 2022, 11am-12:30pm
Find out more here!
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World Suicide Prevention Day | BLMK Suicide Prevention Campaign Group
Hear from guest speakers about proactive suicide prevention initiatives and how communities can come together to talk about suicide.
When: 8th September, 9:15-17:00
Where: The Forest Centre & Millennium Country Park, Station Road, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0PR
Click here for more information.
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Speak Out Stay Safe | NSPCC
Speak out Stay safe is a safeguarding programme for children aged 5 to 11 years old and is available to all primary schools across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.
Click here to find out more about the programme for this week's Volunteer Opportunity of the Week!
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Over 55s Fair | Milton Keynes MPs
The Milton Keynes MPs, Iain Stewart MP and Ben Everitt MP, have organised an Over 55s Fair. Friday 2nd September, 10-3 at St. Paul's Catholic School. This is a chance to find out what opportunities and organisations there are in Milton Keynes. Whilst it is an Over 55s Fair, do not be put off from coming if you under 55 as there are many exhibitors showcasing what they do, including the work of Community Action: MK. Click here to find out more.
Vision for Volunteering
Our Guest blog from the Vision for Volunteering, an explanation on how volunteering must adapt and evolve in the future. Read here.
The Mead Centre
The Mead Centre, Newport Pagnell, are recruiting volunteers!
The Mead Centre is a project from Newport Pagnell United Reformed Church.
Read more in our latest blog!
'Volunteer MK' Facebook Group | Community Action: MK
We've launched a new Facebook Group, 'Volunteer MK'. This is a community for those who are looking for volunteer roles in Milton Keynes and the charities, organisations and community groups who would like to share their voluntary roles! Click here for more information.
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Ukraine War & Refugee Response
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Supporting the Crisis in Ukraine | Supporting Refugees in Milton Keynes
We are continuing to support the local VCSE groups and organisations in Milton Keynes who are involved in assisting those arriving in the region from Ukraine. If you would like to be involved in the Coordinated Response, please email support@communityactionmk.org.
We have recently launched a page on our website dedicated to resources and information for people arriving from Ukraine and the hosts and organisations providing support. To view the information please click here to visit our website. If you would like information or support in relation to the war in Ukraine and supporting people in Milton Keynes, please email support@communityactionmk.org.
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Speak English | ESL Classes
Do you want to improve your English? Why not join Speak English meeting for FREE in Milton Keynes?
When: Wednesday 9:30-11:30am
Where: Ridgeway Centre, Wolverton
Click here to read in other languages.
Survey | Work With Offenders
Click here to take part in a survey focused on Issues effecting the youth of today and be in with a chance of winning a £50 Amazon voucher!
Action Against Violence | Thames Valley Police
Click here to read about the Action Against Violence Month taking place in Milton Keynes this December.
Latest News | XR Milton Keynes
Click here to read the latest news from XR Milton Keynes.
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Back to School Support | Turn2Us
Families with school-aged children may be able to access financial support for back-to-school costs. Click here to find out more.
Consultation | Platform_
PLATFORM_ are holding consultations for plans to redevelop the Bank House site.
When: 7th September, 11:00-15:00 - 8th September 4:00-7:00. Online (email: bankhouse@quatro-pr.co.uk): 7th Sept 7-8 Where: Bank House, 171 Midsummer Boulevard, MK9 1EB. Click here for more information.
Annual Review 21/22 | YiS
Click here to read the YiS Annual Review 21/22.
Fundraising | Harry's Rainbow
Click here to read about Gamiel's 100KM in 24hr - London to Milton Keynes Grand Union Canal Walk and donate to his fundraising page for Harry's Rianbow!
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Mental Health Alliance for Milton Keynes.
We are are facilitating this network and are always keen for more groups/ organisations to join. Find out more here.
Voices of Women in Milton Keynes.
Subscribe to their newsletter.
Third Sector and Charities Act Implementation Plan | Charity Finance Group
Follow this link to the Charity Finance Group website for information on the Charities Act Implementation Plan.
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Job Opportunities | NAVCA
NAVCA are hiring! Click here to read the latest Vacancies at NAVCA.
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Do you have a voluntary and community sector job role that needs advertising? Then let us know and we can promote it for free right on our website, or right here in our newsletter! Just email your information and job description to info@communityactionmk.org!
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