This two-hour online workshop introduced delegates to the concept of using a CRM system and database to record and manage your work. We showed how to assess your requirements for a new system, and what you need to think about before you embark on such a project.
IT and Digital Privacy Policy
Camden and Islington IT and Digital Capacity Building Program Privacy Policy Background The Camden and Islington IT and Digital Capacity Building Program is a joint venture between Voluntary Action Camden (VAC), Voluntary Action Islington (VAI) and the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT). For the purpose of this document, this venture is referenced as “we”. […]
Introduction to Microsoft 365 Workshop Video and Notes
This workshop introduced charities and voluntary groups in Camden and Islington to the Office 365 platform (O365) and some of the key applications that facilitate remote working and collaboration. Using a live demo, we showed what O365 is and what it does, with a deep dive into some of its main applications, including: Outlook Office SharePoint OneDrive Teams.
Trustee’s Annual Report & Accounts: How it can Boost Fundraising
This guide, written by a volunteer at the Cranfield Trust, is a great guide to writing a good Trustee report and accounts and the importance this can have when applying for funding.
Safeguarding interview series 2: National Centre for Domestic Violence.10.06.2020
Anyone can be a victim of Domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexuality or background.
With shocking statistics revealing that domestic violence has surged nationally since the start of the corona-virus lockdown, VAC’s Safeguarding Lead talks to Brian Reilly, Training manager at the National Centre for Domestic Violence.
See, Hear and Respond Programme and Grant Information
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Barnardo’s, in partnership with The Department for Education (DfE), will be delivering a new and innovative programme across England that aims to support the most vulnerable children and young people who are often hidden from view. We would like to hear from any BAME organisations working with or delivering services to: *Under 5’s […]
COVID-19: National FGM Centre Podcast
In our first series of interviews, VAC’s Safeguarding Lead talks to Leethen Bartholomew, Head of The National FGM Centre, about the rise in Domestic Violence and child neglect cases, emerging stories of faith groups promoting and selling Covid-19 protection and miracle cures and the recent data that black, asian and ethnic minorities are being dis proportionally effected by Covid-19.
3rd June: Financial Impacts on the VCS Survey
This forum focused on the financial impacts of the virus on the sector. Alex Charles from VAC presented the findings of VAC’s recent survey to the sector and the groups broke into breakout rooms on Zoom for a follow-up discussion.
20th May 2020: online vs. offline services
Updates from groups and a discussion on the blending of online and offline services.
Camden Voluntary Action Forum
The Camden Voluntary Action Forum is a new online forum to bring together the sector to discuss, share and learn about issues, opportunities and challenges facing Camden residents and the community groups supporting them. It is open to any new or existing voluntary and community groups in Camden and is held fortnightly. Arising out of […]
