The workshops will run throughout Birmingham and Solihull providing holistic support around hormonal health issues. Read more
At this session, we’ll be joined by charity marketing expert, Antonia Brindle, who will run through the basics that any charity, CIC and social business can use to attract participants, donors and fundraisers. Read more
Birmingham and the West Midlands domestic property energy efficiency industry will get a major boost with the launch of this region's first Retrofit Action Week (RAW) from 11-19 May 2024. Read more
Welcome to the events page! Here you will find free and paid-for events that are hosted by various organisations. Have an event to advertise? Click here.BVSC is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided by third parties and accepts no liability relating to any information contained on the site. It is recommended that you contact the organisation directly.
The West Midlands Combined Authority is funding, through the Commonwealth Games Legacy Fund, a suite of programmes to help social enterprises, community businesses, cooperatives, and charities improve their business skills to grow their trading income and impact. There are 4 levels of support depending on the size and stage of your business and each level is free to attend and comes with a grant of between £2,000 and £20,000. Read more
We're here to help answer your home energy questions. 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Read more
This is a practical learning group, two sessions face to face and one on Zoom. It is for anyone who meets with citizens to understand what they need and what they want to do to make changes to things that are important to them and their communities. Read more
In celebration of Deafblind Awareness Week (June 24th to June 30th), we invite you to join us for Yarnbombing Workshops with Cosby Yarn Bomb. Read more
Community Reporting is a movement which enables people to tell their own stories in their own ways, and connects those stories to create a better understanding of issues from people experiencing them and connecting them with people who can work together to create positive changes. The Equality Trust is working with groups and organisations to ensure decisions are informed by the people they affect most. Community Reporting is one of the methods we use to build a better understanding. Read more
Birmingham Settlement is delivering a programme of training suitable for those working in social care or those who simply have an interest in the training topics. All training sessions are half a day (3.5 hours – including break) and cost £50/person. Sessions will be delivered from Birmingham Settlement Sports & Community Centre in Kingstanding (B44 9SH), or our Nature & Wellbeing Centre in Ladywood (B16 0SL). Read more
A free celebration that sees local organisations provide free activities for families (colouring, crafts, quizzes etc) share their work and celebrate the environment. Read more
Starting Tuesday 23rd April 2024, 11:00am – 12:30pm. 6 FREE Workshops During these informative sessions, we will begin to learn and understand yourself and each other’s health a little better, from general men and women’s health to menopause and overall wellbeing, to help build better relationships and support ourselves and each other with more compassion. Also, during these sessions you will be taking a look into conditions and illnesses such as diabetes and dementia. Read more
A space to think about you and what you’d like to do. Living Your Best Life is a series of FREE wellbeing workshops for LGBTQI+ people aged 50+. Read more
Social for local deaf community. Read more
Come and donate your excess art and craft supplies to us, partake in free craft activities, make new friends and just generally enjoy a fun day out! Read more
Join Menopause Knowledge and Re-Imagine Me for an engaging and fun morning full of empowering information about peri and post menopause. Read more
Talented individuals are often promoted into managerial positions without being able to access the necessary support and training they need to be effective managers . This training course is designed to address the challenges that recently promoted managers commonly face;transitioning from being an individual contributor to leading teams effectively, navigating complex team dynamics and fostering a culture of high performance. Through interactive activities, insightful discussions. Read more
FREE Asset Based Community Development workshops for East Birmingham community groups. Read more
Trusts, Foundations and Grants Fundraising Masterclass 30 April 2024, 1pm to 2:30pm on Zoom This training Masterclass is for those working with UK registered charities on Trusts, Foundations and Grants fundraising. It will benefit fundraisers of all levels of experience, and in particular is aimed at those looking for advanced level advice and tools that seem to be rarely mentioned elsewhere. Read more
This free session is for anyone living or working in Birmingham who wants to know more about what can be done to prevent or delay the development of dementia. Read more
For a day filled with vibrant celebrations of Caribbean culture. Get ready for a lively atmosphere with delicious food, music, dance, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Come and experience the rich traditions and heritage of the Caribbean right here in Birmingham. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in a day of fun and cultural exploration! A warm Caribbean welcome awaits you! Read more
Charity Meetup is a facilitated networking event for anyone working in or supporting the sector. You can foster new connections, discuss and solve problems, explore collaborations, share skills and experiences to give and get support and talk through topical issues. We meet every second Tuesday each month at Manahatta in the heart of Birmingham from 10am to 12pm. Read more
This course is ideal for you if you were over the age of 19 by 31st August 2023, up to any age, and you have a particular interest in history, social issues and current affairs. The course explores: What brought different communities to Britain and where communities have settled The trends in immigration from 1945 to present day Who has come to Britain, when did they arrive and why did they come? How immigration has changed the population make-up of Britain today. Read more
If you have responsibility for organising volunteers and you are in a paid or voluntary role, this course is ideal. People who have previously worked/volunteered in this role may also apply. Get the knowledge and skills required to be able to effectively manage volunteers and ensure that your organisation makes the most of their valuable contribution. Gain the key management skills and knowledge necessary to give your organisation the edge and equip yourself with a range of transferable skills. Read more
A day to make you a better manager. The morning session explores how to manage yourself and the afternoon builds on this to look at managing others. This action packed day is followed up with an individual coaching session to ensure you make the most of your learning. Fee £245.00 Read more