We would like to invite you to the next Erdington & Sutton Coldfield place-based meeting that form part of the programme of embedding the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector into Birmingham and Solihull’s Integrated Care System (ICS), taking place in December 2022. Read more
This session is called 'Understanding Social Investment'. Join us and hear from Cathy Brown from the Initiative for Social Entrepreneurs (i-SE), plus guests from Big Society Capital, The Key Fund and SiB Group. We will be discussing Social Investment and how it can help your organisational growth. If you know very little about Social Investment or are about to embark on your Social Investment journey, this webinar is not to be missed! Read more
Ever wish there was more time to pause and reflect on the changes that are taking place within and around the voluntary sector, or your organisations more specifically? Day to day fire-fighting leaves little space for reflection. Is it time for some time to think? Read more
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This training will cover, the core principles of community development. Read more
Conversational sessions where we cover relevant topics & provide practical tips, supporting you to achieve greater easyfundraising success. Read more
We would like to invite you to the next Ladywood & Perry Barr place-based meeting that form part of the programme of embedding the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector into Birmingham and Solihull’s Integrated Care System (ICS), taking place in December 2022. Read more
Following the death of George Floyd, the Black Lives Matter protest in Centenary Square on 4 June 2020, and the murders in Birmingham City Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, organisations across Birmingham City are renewing the call for rapid change in the delivery of racial equality. Read more
We would like to invite you to the next Hodge Hill & Yardley place-based meeting that form part of the programme of embedding the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector into Birmingham and Solihull’s Integrated Care System (ICS), taking place in December 2022. Read more
We would like to invite you to the next Hall Green & Selly Oak place-based meeting that form part of the programme of embedding the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector into Birmingham and Solihull’s Integrated Care System (ICS), taking place in December 2022. Read more
Birmingham City Council and Low Carbon Homes present the second Birmingham Retrofit Summit providing three mornings of online presentations, discussion and networking from 6-8 December 2022. Join us to develop your understanding of how the UK’s second city, social housing, community partners and supply chain can work together with residents to create warmer homes, with reduced energy use, to alleviate fuel poverty and support residents through the energy crisis and beyond. Read more
Last two courses coming up in December Read more
Quarterly Community Development Hub networking event. Read more
We would like to invite you to the next Edgbaston & Northfield place-based meeting that form part of the programme of embedding the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector into Birmingham and Solihull’s Integrated Care System (ICS), taking place in December 2022. Read more
This training enables participants to understand their roles and responsibilities If they have concerns about the safety or welfare of those within their care. Read more
This course will help managers in charities to have crucial, often difficult conversations in a timely, professional and successful way. Managers can dodge difficult discussions and hope they go away. They don’t and often the problem gets worse to the detriment of the individuals and the organisation. This practical course and individual mentoring session will give you the tools to prepare, structure and deal with crucial conversations that will benefit you and your organisation. Read more
Charity Meetup is a skill-sharing and facilitated networking event for the 3rd sector. It is fun and welcoming and an opportunity to learn from speakers and foster connections to give and get support. We meet virtually every 2nd Tuesday each month and hold seminars and in-person events quarterly too. A limited number of free tickets are available to charities (NFPs, CICs etc.) and volunteers for our monthly virtual events. Agencies and freelancers that support the sector and are happy Read more
Join us for an online information and Q & A session with commissioners from the Adult Social Care Directorate. Read more
In a world of increasing energy costs, extreme weather events and the threat of blackouts, what will UNCOP27 Climate Change conference be able to achieve? Join the Environment & Energy Network online on Tuesday 15 November, 1pm – 2.30pm and find out more. Read more
Come and connect! A citywide Meet Up for social impact organisations, providing connection to eco-systems for growth.For December we're in the Jewellery Quarter home of Novo Training to discover more about their traineeship model and benefits to social enterprise. Read more
An opportunity to meet fellow Fundraisers and discuss the challenges and new opportunities arising in our sector. Read more
There’s so much knowledge and skill in the community development sector in Birmingham, people who work day-to-day with citizens finding out what matters to them and helping them live a good life. But do you know who to call when you have a challenge? And do others know about the great stuff you’re doing, or are they out there re-inventing the wheel when we could be sharing resources and benefitting our communities? Read more
A full day's training and an individual mentoring session aimed at all charity managers. The morning focuses on self-management with the afternoon concentrating on leading your team. The individual mentoring session ensures each attendee is supported to take the learning into their specific work context. Read more
Join us on Monday 23 January at our Annual General Meeting. Find out what's been happening over the last year and hear about our plans for 2023 and beyond. Read more
Get Grants will be joined by Severn Trent Community Fund to explore their Community Grants with participants. Read more