At the core of the PDU’s activity, is a belief that the needs of people experiencing severe and multiple disadvantage are best met by services which operate within a connected, informed system. In recent years, the Human Learning Systems (HLS) approach (Lowe and Plimmer, 2019) has emerged as a challenge to established means of organising public services. Read more
BVSC Research and Birmingham City University are pleased to present our recently published report, Community based responses to Covid-19 in Birmingham: Insights and experiences. Read more
In mid-December 2020, BVSC two online leadership development sessions for voluntary organisations were held online focusing on navigating change in the third sector. These sessions built on a series of activities we have been running together to provide spaces for third sector leaders to reflect on change within voluntary action, in connection with our ESRC-funded Change in the Making research. Read more
The second ‘State of Economic Justice in Birmingham and the Black Country’, authored by the New Policy Institute and supported by the Barrow Cadbury Trust, revisits themes and data from the first report, whilst incorporating current concerns and interests of local stakeholders. Read more
Ageing Better in Birmingham was a programme that aimed to reduce loneliness and social isolation among people over 50 across the city. It was built upon the strengths and skills of individuals and groups to create sustainable change within communities.
The programme was delivered by a partnership of voluntary and community sector organisations led by Birmingham Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) and it was part of Ageing Better, a programme set up by The National Lottery Community Fund. Ageing Better aimed to develop creative ways for people aged over 50 to be actively involved in their local communities, helping to combat social isolation and loneliness. It was one of five major programmes set up by The National Lottery Community Fund to test and learn from new approaches to designing services that aimed to make people’s lives healthier and happier.
The programme engaged with 9,000 people reflective of the 'super diversity' of Birmingham. Participants supported each other out of loneliness and isolation in a way that was verified by independent evaluation and the programme left a transformed landscape for the city. Read more about Age-friendly Birmingham and Neighbourhood Network Schemes.
Whether you are looking to meet new friends, learn new skills or give something back, we have a selection of volunteer roles across our 400+ retail stores. Read more
Guild of Students, Closing date: 31 May Read more
Anawim, Closing date: 10 June Read more
Community Connect Foundation, Closing date: 6 June Read more
Mind Birmingham, Closing date: 31 May Read more
We understand that with cost of living increases squeezing households on low incomes, demand for help from Birmingham's voluntary and community sector is set to keep rising. We are a UK charity and provide a single contact point for companies to donate new consumer goods such as toiletries, cleaning and laundry products, clothes, toys and office supplies to the communities that need them. Read more
Mind Birmingham, Closing date: 31 May 2022 Read more
There are a variety of roles available from learning about rent arrears in our housing department to getting stuck in with our youth programmes. We have sites in Erdington, Aston, Northfield and Coventry, there's never been a better time to volunteer with us. Read more
An opportunity for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations to have their say on draft Statutory Guidance for Integrated Care Boards, NHS Trusts, NHS Foundation Trusts and NHS England. The guidance sets out how health and care systems should build positive and enduring partnerships with communities to improve services and outcomes for people. Read more
The Springfield Project, Closing date: TBC Read more
Birmingham & Solihull Women's Aid, Closing date: 1 June Read more
Birmingham & Solihull Women's Aid, Closing date: 10 June Read more
Team coordinates all the PD support for the course: Develop the strategy for trainee learning and support (overarching goals of removing barriers to trainee’s learning; supporting trainees development of soft skills) PD workshop days (sessions throughout the course designed to develop skills needed in the workplace: communication, teamwork, time management, willingness to learn and get feedback). Read more
The education team: teach CYF students how to code in HTML, CSS, Javascript including React, Node, SQL and MongoDB. As a volunteer you will coordinate and teach classes, organize code review and track trainee performance. Read more
A Community Coordinator volunteer is the heart of the regional community. They are focused on ensuring the community is connected and thriving. This is a fun and sociable role where you will meet new people, connect them and grow our community to enable CYF to help more people find rewarding, meaningful careers and improve their lives. Read more
Unlock your leadership potential. Gain leadership experience as you fight inequality. CodeYourFuture is a grassroots community that trains people facing economic and social challenges to get a job in tech. Read more
We have a range of volunteering opportunities available at Marie Curie. Why not volunteer in our Shops, on the Fundraising Team, in our Hospices, Helper Service or become a Charity Speakers we have something for everyone. Read more
The Community Development Practice Hub aims to connect, inspire, and upskill community development practitioners in Birmingham. Its mission is to 'advocate for a practice of community development in the city that focuses on 'doing with', not 'doing to'. We provide opportunities for professional development, peer support, networking, and more support to enable strengths-based approaches to community development to take place in the city. Read more
Our Year 10 pupils (aged 14 and 15) are looking for local opportunities to volunteer and learn about how different organisations are run. This helps develop their confidence and employability skills required for future employment. This is for 4 days Monday 18th to Thursday 21st July 2022. Read more
An Independent Visitor is a volunteer who befriends and develops a long-term friendship with a young person in care. This can involve helping young people develop new interests, skills and hobbies or going on outings such as to the cinema, bowling or just a walk in the park. The volunteers are called ‘Independent Visitors’ because they are a truly ‘independent’ person outside the care system giving the young person continuity, which is something not always possible with changing carers. Read more
We are Action for Children - London Independent Visitors Scheme, a project run by Action for Children. We are a national Charity and we work with Looked-After Children for some UK local authorities place across the country.We are recruiting for a Independent visitors (Volunteers) and in the Birmingham and West Midland area, Black and ethnic minority Independent visitor are welcome to apply. Read more
Mind Birmingham, Closing date: 25 May Read more
Anawim, Closing date: 6 June Read more