Training and development resources

On this page we'll be posting videos and resources relating to our online training webinars and workshops.

Business Development

From November 2020 to February 2021 BVSC ran a series of popular online Business Development webinars to help organisations improve their chances of writing successful funding applications or winning new business. These were funded by the National Lottery Community Fund Covid-19 Relief, and delivered by Tony Carr, director of 4frontpartners. The sessions were recorded and are available free of charge.

Download the videos and free resources

Communications: Making better Video

In January 2021 Ruth Duggal of Make Your Own Video Training Academy (MYO VDO) ran a one hour webinar about how to make better video using your smart phone. The Video covers a huge amount and includes links to some free materials.

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HR and Payroll Administrator

Acacia Family Support, Closing date: Monday 7 June 2021
Neighbourhood Watch Scheme Set up for Lozells

Community Foundation has set up a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme covering most of the Lozells Area. All residents of the area can become a member of the scheme, and help in making sure that the area is strong, clean, and a safe place to live.
Free Full-time nursery places for all children from next term

Nursery places
Fast-Track Cities Community Engagement Third Sector Partner Call Out

Enigma are seeking third sector partners working across Birmingham to support the Fast-Track Cities call for change vision and conduct community engagement. We want to speak to organisations that are passionate about improving services for people with HIV, Hepatitis and TB to learn about the support they need.

Updated guidance and FAQs for Voluntary, Community Faith and Social Enterprises

BVSC has updated guidance and FAQs to help VCFSE sector organisations to understand what is permissible under the current current national lockdown restrictions which came into force on 5 January 2021.
Stitchers and embroiderers invited to get involved in 2022 Commonwealth Games project

If you enjoy stitching and embroidery, get involved in the Threads Together project and be part of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
BVSC launches new employment and training network

BVSC are establishing a network for members across Birmingham who have an interest in employment and training.
Ageing Better Birmingham: Community Development Practice Hub development

As part of Ageing Better in Birmingham’s legacy, BVSC is creating a citywide Community Development Practice Hub rooted in the programme’s ethos and values. Please help us with the hub's development by completing a short survey.
Support for Reopening Community Buildings

BVSC and Acivico are holding a free workshop on 13 May 10.00-12.00 to provide support to organisations through a challenging period of reopening. We are pleased that Birmingham City Council has now provided some additional funding to ensure more organisations across Birmingham can be supported. Voluntary sector organisations can also book in for one to one support around risk assessments for the building.
Campaign launched to get older Brummies to reconnect after a year of social restrictions

The Ageing Better in Birmingham programme has launched a campaign to encourage people over 50 to take part in activities following the government’s decision to lift coronavirus restrictions.
BVSC Lunchtime Business Development Webinars: Series Two

A series of weekly networking and learning opportunities focussed on securing new business for your organisation.
A new programme of strategic support and development for the VCFSE sector

Whilst responding to the Covid-19 pandemic, the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector has come together with a spirit of collaboration to support citizens and communities through a period of unprecedented challenge.
Call out to stand in solidarity around the real causes of England's housing emergency

Baobab Women’s Project and Shelter Birmingham have come together to develop a statement of solidarity which puts the record straight about the causes of the housing emergency.
Veg advocates sought for the Food Foundation's Peas Please initiative

Peas Please is about making it easier for people to eat more veg both for a healthy body and a healthy planet. By working with farmers, high street food chains, restaurants, supermarkets, governments and people like YOU, all at the same time, we can make sure everyone can eat enough veg.