Kevin Nunan

Help make Camden a Healthier and Happier Place

Come along to the co-design event to develop ideas for how health and wellbeing should be addressed in the west of Camden. These ideas will be taken forward by the council and partners and will have the support of other experts (including councillors, GPs, directors and community leaders).
We’re looking for residents who live in Kilburn, Swiss Cottage, Fortune Green or West Hampstead to come and get involved.
Friday 20th June 5:00pm–8:30pm at Sherriff Centre
Contact Henry Langford (henry.langford@camden.gov.uk or 02079743219) or Tom Wastling (tom@wearefuturegov.com).

It’s Volunteers’ Week

Volunteers’ Weeks takes place from 1-7 June and is a great opportunity to thank your volunteers. Find out more on the Volunteers’ Week website.

Camden Strategy

Some council papers that you should read to give you an insight into Camden Council thinking:
Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy refresh, March 2019
Update on citizen-led neighbourhood approaches to health and wellbeing
Camden Council’s Medium Term Financial Strategy (pages 80, 81 and 84)
Camden 2025
Our Camden Plan

Open Iftar comes to the British Library

Ramadan Tent: Open Iftar is coming to The British Library on Friday 31st May at 7:30pm in the Piazza. Open Iftar is in Tavistock Square for the whole of Ramadan.

Training for Trustees

13 June – 18 July.  6 Thursday evenings 17:30-20:30 in Camden
A short evening course for trustees/management committee members or anybody who is interested in developing the knowledge and skills required to be a member of a governing body in the voluntary or community sector. Ideal for new trustees as an induction, for experienced trustees who want a refresher and for those just starting out as trustees. The course is a partnership between VAC and Mary Ward Centre.
To discuss the course content contact Kevin Nunan, tel; 020 7284 6557, Email: knunan@vac.org.uk
Full details at the Mary Ward website.To book email Rahul Miah,  Rahul.Miah@marywardcentre.ac.uk tel: 020 7269 6042

Carers’ Week

Carers’ Week is coming soon (9th – 14th June).  Full details are at the Camden Carers website.  Or why not listen to the podcast about Carer’s Week.

Rents Review

Camden council is undertaking a major review of VCS rents and the consultant’s report is now out.  A working group is being formed with decisions going to cabinet in the Autumn. There will be an opportunity for the working group to present to a wider audience at a VCS event later in the year.  If you would like to nominate yourself to the working group, please contact david.jaggs@camden.gov.uk by 31st May.

The Thyroid Trust Learning and Growing event

Saturday 8th June 2019 11am-1pm
At The Crick Institute Cafe in St Pancras, 1 Midland Road.
Come and join us for an informal Learning and Growing discussion, for those interested in helping The Thyroid Trust develop our advocacy, information sharing and awareness work. Book to attend via Eventbrite.

Castlehaven Over 60 Art Class

Fridays, 10:30am-12:00pm
For more information call 020 7692 2238 or email phoebe@castlehaven.org.uk

Resilient Families Training

3-day course: 1/8, 8/8, 15/8, Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt St, NW1
Developed in partnership with the internationally-renowned Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families and the Centre for Parent and Child Studies at the South London and Maudsley NHS Trust, this 3-day course will give you knowledge, skills and practical tools for helping children, families and adults.
To register, or for more information, contact learning@camden.gov.uk

UN poverty expert hits back over UK ministers’ ‘denial of facts’

Philip Alston says he thought government response to his report might be a spoof. Full story in the Guardian.

Bank of England: ‘We have allowed the voluntary sector to wither’

“The reason we have the triple threats of disconnection of people from society, mistrust of institutions, and the rising tide of populism is because we have structurally underinvested in [civil society],” You know the sector is in trouble when the Bank of England start worrying… another Guardian story.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Communities Together- Cohesion Fund

Up to £72K will be available to the voluntary and community sector to deliver activities that promote community cohesion. The fund will be open from 10th June to 1st July for small grant applications of £500-£1,500 with a very quick and simple application process.
Decisions will be made by a grant panel of Camden residents.  Full details about the fund will be available soon.

Shaping Young Londoners Future

The Mayor is looking for project applications that will provide activities that can make a real difference to young people so they feel positive about their prospects; are informed by local knowledge, need and demand and shaped by those closest to the community;  have involved young people in the design and delivery.
More details on eligibility, grants here. Closes 12-noon on 12 July.

Richard Reeve’s Foundation

The Richard Reeve’s Foundation offers funding to support eligible schools and charities that run schemes for disadvantaged people and young people aged up to 25 and aims to support disadvantaged people in the local community who experience barriers to education and training
Find out more and how to apply at the Richard Reeve’s Foundation website.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019
(Coming Soon)

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Recovery College Courses

New FREE course at The Recovery College on 18 June: Living Well with a Long Term Condition.
Full details of this and all courses and how to book at the C&I Recovery College web page.

Childhood vaccination:  What’s important to you?

Healthwatch Camden Community Forum Tuesday 2nd July, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at 37 Greenwood Place, London NW5 1LB
Take part in a discussion about childhood vaccinations
You do not need to have any medical knowledge to take part. The research team wants to hear about what is important to you and why.
To register contact Shelly Khan, shelly.khan@healthwatchcamden.co.uk  Tel: 020 7383 2402 by 18th June.

CPPEG Open meeting

Tuesday 11 June, 14:00 to 16:00, St Pancras Hospital, Conference Centre.
Presentations on St Pancras Hospital update (design of new inpatient setting); What is patient experience telling the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust? General Practice Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) working with the Adult Social Care team (implementing a new strength based practice model)

Summer Film Project for 14-18 yr olds

At 1A Arts Centre, Holborn Community Association & Somerset House.
For ages 14-18
Saturdays – 15th June through to 20th July (10am-5pm)
Summer holidays (weekdays) – Mon 29th July through to Fri 9th Aug (10am-5pm).
To get involved go to the webpage or email 1aarts@holborncommunity.co.uk

Get Involved with a Summer Carnival Arts Project

We are inviting people of all ages to collaborate to make music, costumes, props and gigantic puppets to perform in 4 carnival parades in London
Workshops run every Tuesday 2.30 to 4.30 at Cressfield Sheltering residence for older people at 1 Cressfield street and on Wednesday 2.30 to 4.30, when students from local schools also take part in the workshops.
On the week of half term we will run a drumming workshop at Map Studio Cafe at 46  Grafton Road  2-4pm, then costumes and puppet making on Tuesday 28th at 10.30 to 12.30 and another one on Friday 31st at 2-4. Call Julia on 07960550982 for more information and bookings

Cultural Competence Training

Nafsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre one-day workshop on Cultural Competence. Aimed at counsellors/therapists who would like to strengthen their practice in this area. Sunday 16th June.  Book here.

Ageing Better in Camden’s Learning Seminars

Wednesday 12th June
10am-11am ‘An ordinary conversation’ – what works in street outreach?
11.15am-12.15pm ‘Connecting men to their communities’
Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square WC1H 9NA
These free seminars explore the impact of outreach work with older people in Camden and/or the research we have carried out with men. The seminars aim to give you an overview of the research we have completed, followed by a QandA. RSVP ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk by Wednesday 29th May 2019. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Free English Classes through Gardening and Cooking

Fridays 10.30 to 12.30 until 12 July at Skip Garden, Tapper Walk, N1C
Book at hello@speak-street.com tel: 020 3637 9668

Art Therapy Group for Parents

A safe and supportive weekly drop-in group facilitated by an Art Therapist. Come and join us to express yourself with a variety of art materials
Friday mornings 9.30 – 11am (during Camden school term-times).
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5 2BP
Creative Therapist Rosanna: rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / 020 7424 1639

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

Arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Opening Doors London has 2 Vacancies

Research and Policy Officer
21 per week, £28,752 to £29,796 pa pro rata
Closing date Tuesday 25th June 10 am (Interview date to TBC)
You will scope, collate and store relevant research and policy, identify current knowledge gaps and support the Training and Policy Manager in undertaking further research into the needs of older LGBT+ people to influence change.
Ambassador Development Officer
21 per week, Scale 6 £28,752 to £29,796 pa pro rata
Closing date Tuesday 18th June 10am Interview date – Monday 24th June
Your role will be to ensure LGBT+ diversity of recruitment and to provide training, co-ordination and support to the volunteer Ambassadors.
If you are interested in either position, please see the application pack iat the following link in our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk / www.openingdoorslondon.org.uk  or email Jobs@openingdoorslondon.org.uk

Elfriday Rathbone Camden has two Vacancies

SEN English and Personal Development Tutor
16 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY (Tues and Wed, preferably)
£10,506 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking to appoint a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
SEN Sports Tutor
4 hours pw, 36 weeks a year £2426 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
To apply and for either post and fo a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/. If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk. Closing Date: Thursday 6th June, midday (interviews to be held 13th June)

Volunteer with The Felix Project and help end food waste and food poverty in Camden

 The Felix Project collects surplus food from various suppliers and delivers this food free of charge to charities who support vulnerable people in the community. We rely on volunteers to make this operation happen. You could directly reduce food waste and food poverty in Camden by volunteering in the evenings with The Felix Project as either a driver or co-driver.
Get in touch: centrallondon@thefelixproject.org or 020 3034 4365.

Are you a Qualified Teacher with Time to Volunteer?

The English Network is a Camden run project which links qualified volunteer EFL teachers with Camden residents who need to improve their English language skills. Lessons are taught one-to-one within libraries and other Council buildings in Camden for an hour a week.
This post requires a TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate, but candidates with a TEFL certificate will be considered if they have previous teaching experience.
To apply contact Sheila Rahman, Sheila.Rahman@camden.gov.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Supporting Muslim colleagues during Ramadan

Taking a few practical steps to support Muslim workers during Ramadan (5 May to 4 June) will help to create a workplace where everyone is respected and valued.See tiips from the TUC here.

Want to Share a Skill, Space or Equipment?

Simply add your request to Comoodle Camden, the new local online sharing platform which facilitates sharing for community benefit.

TrustLaw Workshop: Legal Health Check for Charities and Social Enterprises

The Legal Health Check workshop will cover a range of legal topics, including: corporate structuring and governance; commercial contracts; how to protect intellectual property; data protection requirements, etc.
25 June 2019 at City Hall.  Sign up here.

Free Osteopathy Consultations

6, 13, 19 and 20 June
Book a free Osteopathy consultation as part of BCOM’s student exams.
Contact appointments@bcom.ac.uk or call 020 7435 7830.  Nr Finchley Road.

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Camden Community Festivals

The results are out and this year over 48 community festivals received financial support from the Council to the sum of £35,000. The grants were awarded by the Council following submissions from organisers and judging by an independent panel supported by VAC. Full details at Love Camden.

Carers’ Week

Carers’ Week is coming soon (9th – 14th June).  Full details are at the Camden Carers website.  Or why not listen to the podcast about Carer’s Week.

The Great Get Together

The Great Get Together, inspired by Jo Cox, is an opportunity to celebrate kindness, respect and all we have in common.  On 21st – 23rd June communities across the country will be getting together to reject divisive politics and bring communities together.  You can get ideas at the Great Get Together website.  Don’t forget to register your event with Camden council.

Childhood vaccination:  What’s important to you?

Healthwatch Camden Community Forum Tuesday 2nd July, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at 37 Greenwood Place, London NW5 1LB
Take part in a discussion about childhood vaccinations
You do not need to have any medical knowledge to take part. The research team wants to hear about what is important to you and why.
To register contact Shelly Khan, shelly.khan@healthwatchcamden.co.uk  Tel: 020 7383 2402 by 18th June.

Show the Mayor What you Do

The Mayor of London’s Office is working with ConnectSport to show how sport and physical activity are benefiting people across London.  Find out more here.
To take part simply to create a short video on your smartphone about who your organisation is, what you do, where, when and why. You can use existing video. Upload it to YouTube and submit it with a short description at here. It’s the message, not video production, that counts.

Youth Research Projects Launch for 16-25yr olds

Partnership for Young London
On Saturday 15th June, there will be a briefing and training session for two youth research and campaigning projects: #TruthAboutYouth and London Young Researchers. Register attendance at Eventbrite.

CPPEG Open meeting

Tuesday 11 June, 14:00 to 16:00, St Pancras Hospital, Conference Centre.
Presentations on St Pancras Hospital update (design of new inpatient setting); What is patient experience telling the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust? General Practice Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) working with the Adult Social Care team (implementing a new strength based practice model)

Summer Film Project for 14-18 yr olds

At 1A Arts Centre, Holborn Community Association & Somerset House.
For ages 14-18
Saturdays – 15th June through to 20th July (10am-5pm)
Summer holidays (weekdays) – Mon 29th July through to Fri 9th Aug (10am-5pm).
To get involved go to the webpage or email 1aarts@holborncommunity.co.uk

Get Involved with a Summer Carnival Arts Project

We are inviting people of all ages to collaborate to make music, costumes, props and gigantic puppets to perform in 4 carnival parades in London
Workshops run every Tuesday 2.30 to 4.30 at Cressfield Sheltering residence for older people at 1 Cressfield street and on Wednesday 2.30 to 4.30, when students from local schools also take part in the workshops.
On the week of half term we will run a drumming workshop at Map Studio Cafe at 46  Grafton Road  2-4pm, then costumes and puppet making on Tuesday 28th at 10.30 to 12.30 and another one on Friday 31st at 2-4. Call Julia on 07960550982 for more information and bookings

Building Bridges and Co-Designing Learning

Monday 3 June 11.00 – 14.30 (lunch included)
Would you like to find new ways to recruit UCL student volunteers? At this event, you’ll work with UCL students and staff to co-create new volunteer roles that both meet the needs of your organisation and tap into the skills and knowledge of students from different academic departments.
To book your place, email John Braime at j.braime@ucl.ac.uk
Or come to the:
Student Led Volunteering Co-Creation Event
For Partner Organisations. Thursday 6 June 14.00 – 16.30
To explore the possibility of co-creating a project with UCL students, register your interest

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Communities Together- Cohesion Fund

Up to £72K will be available to the voluntary and community sector to deliver activities that promote community cohesion. The fund will be open from 10th June to 1st July for small grant applications of £500-£1,500 with a very quick and simple application process.
Decisions will be made by a grant panel of Camden residents.  Full details about the fund will be available soon.

Shaping Young Londoners Future

The Mayor is looking for project applications that will provide activities that can make a real difference to young people so they feel positive about their prospects; are informed by local knowledge, need and demand and shaped by those closest to the community;  have involved young people in the design and delivery.
More details on eligibility, grants here. Closes 12-noon on 12 July.

Richard Reeve’s Foundation

The Richard Reeve’s Foundation offers funding to support eligible schools and charities that run schemes for disadvantaged people and young people aged up to 25.
aims to support disadvantaged people in the local community who experience barriers to education and training and offers:
Raising Literacy and Numeracy Standards for early years and primary school students.And Progression into Work programme.
Find out more and how to apply at the Richard Reeve’s Foundation website.

Supporting NEET young people in London

Grants of up to £10,000 per-annum are available to charities running projects that support disadvantaged young people, to help them move into meaningful work. Awards for three years of funding are open to consideration.
Full details here: www.skinners.org.uk/atwell

Future Changemakers

The Future Changemakers programme will work with 16-25 year old living in Camden to make decisions on which youth services we fund, putting power into the hands of those who understand the challenges best.
Have a chat with one of the team before starting your application, you can do this by coming along to one of the events or by booking an appointment, email admin@camdengiving.org.uk  We have a range of flexible support available to applicants who need it, including ESOL support, applications via video or interview, just get in touch. Deadline: Mon 3 June Decision: Thurs 20 June

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Training Opportunity for Trustees – Governance in the Voluntary and Community Sector

13 June – 18 July.  6 Thursday evenings 17:30-20:30 in Camden
A short evening course for trustees/management committee members or anybody who is interested in developing the knowledge and skills required to be a member of a governing body in the voluntary or community sector. Ideal for new trustees as an induction, for experienced trustees who want a refresher and for those just starting out as trustees. The course is a partnership between Voluntary Action Camden and Mary Ward Centre.
To discuss the course content contact Kevin Nunan, tel; 020 7284 6557, Email: knunan@vac.org.uk
Full details at the Mary Ward website.To book email Rahul Miah,  Rahul.Miah@marywardcentre.ac.uk tel: 020 7269 6042

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019
(Coming Soon)

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Recovery College Courses

New FREE course at The Recovery College on 18 June: Living Well with a Long Term Condition.
Full details of this and all courses and how to book at the C&I Recovery College web page.

Cultural Competence Training

Nafsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre one-day workshop on Cultural Competence. Aimed at counsellors/therapists who would like to strengthen their practice in this area. Sunday 16th June.  Book here.

Ageing Better in Camden’s Learning Seminars

Wednesday 12th June
10am-11am ‘An ordinary conversation’ – what works in street outreach?
11.15am-12.15pm ‘Connecting men to their communities’
Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square WC1H 9NA
These free seminars explore the impact of outreach work with older people in Camden and/or the research we have carried out with men. The seminars aim to give you an overview of the research we have completed, followed by a QandA. RSVP ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk by Wednesday 29th May 2019. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Free English Classes through Gardening and Cooking

Fridays 10.30 to 12.30 until 12 July at Skip Garden, Tapper Walk, N1C
Book at hello@speak-street.com tel: 020 3637 9668

From almshouses to pensioners action groups: The history of voluntary action for and by older people

Saturday, 15th June 2019 10.00 – 5.00
King’s College London, Bush House, South East Wing, 300 Strand, WC2R
Registration fee: £25 for members of VAHS (2018-19 and 2019-20) and £30 for non-members. Register via Eventbright:

Art Therapy Group for Parents

A safe and supportive weekly drop-in group facilitated by an Art Therapist. Come and join us to express yourself with a variety of art materials
Friday mornings 9.30 – 11am (during Camden school term-times).
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5 2BP
Creative Therapist Rosanna: rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / 020 7424 1639

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

Arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Elfriday Rathbone Camden has two Vacencies

SEN English and Personal Development Tutor
Hours: 16 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY (Tues and Wed, preferably)
Salary: £10,506 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking to appoint a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, a small and person-centered FE provision for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
SEN Sports Tutor
Hours: 4 hours per week, 36 weeks a year only
Salary: £2426 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking to appoint a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, a small and person-centered FE provision for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The tutor will be responsible for delivering Physical Education sessions to 16-25-year olds with mild to moderate learning difficulties.
To apply and for either post and fo a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/. If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk. Closing Date: Thursday 6th June, midday (interviews to be held 13th June)

Volunteer with The Felix Project and help end food waste and food poverty in Camden

 The Felix Project collects surplus food from various suppliers and delivers this food free of charge to charities who support vulnerable people in the community. We rely on volunteers to make this operation happen. You could directly reduce food waste and food poverty in Camden by volunteering in the evenings with The Felix Project as either a driver or co-driver.
Get in touch: centrallondon@thefelixproject.org or 020 3034 4365.

Ageing Better Camden seeks Men’s Outreach Worker

18 hours per week 3 days per week, to include Friday Sc9 £24,486 to Sc13 £26,298 pro rata Fixed term to December 2020
Ageing Better Camden is looking for a male Outreach Worker to contribute to a new Outreach project with the ABC Outreach Service, to trial innovative approaches to reaching, initiating contact and engaging with older men across Camden.  A key focus of the role will be to build knowledge of and test and learn approaches to creating and bringing isolated older men together through informal male social hubs such as pubs, cafes, and gyms.
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date Tuesday 28 May.  Interviews Monday 10 June

Are you a Qualified Teacher with Time to Volunteer?

The English Network is a Camden run project which links qualified volunteer EFL teachers with Camden residents who need to improve their English language skills. Lessons are taught one-to-one within libraries and other Council buildings in Camden for an hour a week.
This post requires a TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate, but candidates with a TEFL certificate will be considered if they have previous teaching experience.
To apply contact Sheila Rahman, Sheila.Rahman@camden.gov.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Supporting Muslim colleagues during Ramadan

Taking a few practical steps to support Muslim workers during Ramadan (5 May to 4 June) will help to create a workplace where everyone is respected and valued.See tiips from the TUC here.

Want to Share a Skill, Space or Equipment?

Simply add your request to Comoodle Camden, the new local online sharing platform which facilitates sharing for community benefit.

TrustLaw Workshop: Legal Health Check for Charities and Social Enterprises

The Legal Health Check workshop will cover a range of legal topics, including: corporate structuring and governance; commercial contracts; how to protect intellectual property; data protection requirements, etc.
25 June 2019 at City Hall.  Sign up here.

Free Osteopathy Consultations

6, 13, 19 and 20 June
Book a free Osteopathy consultation as part of BCOM’s student exams.
Contact appointments@bcom.ac.uk or call 020 7435 7830.  Nr Finchley Road.

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Supporting Muslim colleagues during Ramadan

Taking a few practical steps to support Muslim workers during Ramadan (5 May to 4 June) will help to create a workplace where everyone is respected and valued.See tiips from the TUC here.

Rents Review – Diary Date

The consultants (Snook) who have been looking at the VCS rents issue for the council will be feeding back their findings at a major event in the last week of May.  Date and details to be announced soon.

Communities Together- Cohesion Fund

Up to £72K will be available to the voluntary and community sector to deliver activities that promote community cohesion. The fund will be open from 10th June to 1st July for small grant applications of £500-£1,500 with a very quick and simple application process.
Decisions will be made by a grant panel of Camden residents.  Full details about the fund will be available soon.

Mental Health Awareness Week: research and resources

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and this year’s theme is ‘Body image – how we think and feel about our bodies.’
The Mental Health Foundation has published a report titled ‘Body image: How we think and feel about our bodies’, based on its research, which covers new statistics relating to body image as well as policy recommendations.

Mental Health Training and Resources for Small Charities

Mind has launched a free e-learning programme designed specifically for small organisations. Mental Health for Small Workplaces is made of three modules: Building your awareness, Looking after yourself and Supporting each other. Link to the eLearning and  supporting resources here.

The British Library Family Takeover: Make and Create

Thursday 30 May, from 11:00 – 15:00. This is a free, drop in event for all the family to enjoy, with creative and multisensory activities inspired by our exhibition Imaginary Cities, as well as a range of books and learning resources to explore. The British Library, 96 Euston Road London NW1

Ageing Better in Camden’s Learning Seminars

Wednesday 12th June
10am-11am ‘An ordinary conversation’ – what works in street outreach?
11.15am-12.15pm ‘Connecting men to their communities’
Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square WC1H 9NA
These free seminars explore the impact of outreach work with older people in Camden and/or the research we have carried out with men. The seminars aim to give you an overview of the research we have completed, followed by a QandA. RSVP ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk by Wednesday 29th May 2019. Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Human Jam

To 25th May at Camden People’s Theatre.
The story of HS2’s exhumation of Euston’s dead.  It’s a unique, docu-theatre using members of the community. Details at Camden People’s Theatre website. Enter the code HumanFam for a 20% discount!

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Supporting NEET young people in London

Grants of up to £10,000 per-annum are available to charities running projects that support disadvantaged young people, to help them move into meaningful work. Awards for three years of funding are open to consideration.
Full details here: www.skinners.org.uk/atwell

Future Changemakers

The Future Changemakers programme will work with 16-25 year old living in Camden to make decisions on which youth services we fund, putting power into the hands of those who understand the challenges best.
Have a chat with one of the team before starting your application, you can do this by coming along to one of the events or by booking an appointment, email admin@camdengiving.org.uk  We have a range of flexible support available to applicants who need it, including ESOL support, applications via video or interview, just get in touch. Deadline: Mon 3 June Decision: Thurs 20 June

Mayor of London – Summer Sports Activities Fund

Grants are available for formal or informal groups and organisations based in Greater London to support projects that use sport over the school summer holidays to engage young people who are at risk of getting involved in crime.
Maximum value: £10,000. Deadline 20 May. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Training Opportunity for Trustees – Governance in the Voluntary and Community Sector

13 June – 18 July.  6 Thursday evenings 17:30-20:30 in Camden
A short evening course for trustees/management committee members or anybody who is interested in developing the knowledge and skills required to be a member of a governing body in the voluntary or community sector. Ideal for new trustees as an induction, for experienced trustees who want a refresher and for those just starting out as trustees. The course is a partnership between Voluntary Action Camden and Mary Ward Centre.
To discuss the course content contact Kevin Nunan, tel; 020 7284 6557, Email: knunan@vac.org.uk
Full details at the Mary Ward website.To book email Rahul Miah,  Rahul.Miah@marywardcentre.ac.uk tel: 020 7269 6042

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019
(Coming Soon)

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Anne Frank + You

An exhibition bringing the messages of Anne Frank into the 21st century
25 April – 20 May 2019 Swiss Cottage Library (every day except Sunday)
For more information, visit: www.annefrank.org.uk

Free English Classes through Gardening and Cooking

Fridays 10.30 to 12.30 until 12 July at Skip Garden, Tapper Walk, N1C
Book at hello@speak-street.com tel: 020 3637 9668

From almshouses to pensioners action groups: The history of voluntary action for and by older people

Saturday, 15th June 2019 10.00 – 5.00
King’s College London, Bush House, South East Wing, 300 Strand, WC2R
Registration fee: £25 for members of VAHS (2018-19 and 2019-20) and £30 for non-members. Register via Eventbright:

Baby Rhyme & Story Time

In partnership with the Manor Gardens Welfare Centre’s Blossoms team bringing a fun activity for both parents and children (0-2yrs). Meet new people whilst getting parenting well-being advice.
Thursdays 10am-12pm. 23 Castlehaven Road, Camden Town, NW1 8RU
To find out more call 020 7561 5297 or email blossoms@manorgardencentre.org.uk Web: www.castlehaven.org.uk

Art Therapy Group for Parents

A safe and supportive weekly drop-in group facilitated by an Art Therapist. Come and join us to express yourself with a variety of art materials
Friday mornings 9.30 – 11am (during Camden school term-times).
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5 2BP
Creative Therapist Rosanna: rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / 020 7424 1639

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

Arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Elfriday Rathbone Camden has two Vacencies

SEN English and Personal Development Tutor
Hours: 16 hours per week TERM TIME ONLY (Tues and Wed, preferably)
Salary: £10,506 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking to appoint a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, a small and person-centered FE provision for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The tutor will be responsible for delivering English and Personal Social Development sessions which focus on developing social, communication and independent living skills.
SEN Sports Tutor
Hours: 4 hours per week, 36 weeks a year only
Salary: £2426 including holiday pay (£26,871 pro rata)
Elfrida Rathbone Camden (ERC) is seeking to appoint a tutor to work with learners attending our OFSTED registered Leighton College, a small and person-centered FE provision for young people aged 16-25 with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The tutor will be responsible for delivering Physical Education sessions to 16-25-year olds with mild to moderate learning difficulties. The course focuses on introducing students to health and fitness routines to improve their outcomes for the future.
To apply and for either post and fo a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/. If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk. Closing Date: Thursday 6th June, midday (interviews to be held 13th June)

Bi Lingual Nursery Worker Needed

Menchú Nursery, part of Latin American House (Casa Latinoamericana), is looking for a bilingual (English-Spanish) practitioner to join our small nursery based in Kilburn, North West London.
40 hours per week full time – or two part-time posts
Salary: £21,944 (pro rata if part-time), pension entitlement, 25 days holidays + bank holidays
Closing date for applications: Thursday 23 May 2019, 5pm.
Interview date: Wednesday 29 May 2019.
This is a permanent contract to start in June.
Full details of this position are available from: www.casalatina.org.uk

Volunteer with The Felix Project and help end food waste and food poverty in Camden

 The Felix Project collects surplus food from various suppliers and delivers this food free of charge to charities who support vulnerable people in the community. We rely on volunteers to make this operation happen. You could directly reduce food waste and food poverty in Camden by volunteering in the evenings with The Felix Project as either a driver or co-driver.
Get in touch: centrallondon@thefelixproject.org or 020 3034 4365.

LAWRS seeks Director

The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is a human rights, feminist organisation led by and for Latin American migrant women in the UK. Our work is dedicated to support the immediate and long-term needs of Latin American migrant women exposed to violations of their fundamental human rights  Full details here.
Fluency in Spanish and English, or Portuguese and English is essential.
This post is open to women only in accordance to the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date for applications: Monday 27th May 2019.
Interviews will take place 5th, 6th, or 7th June 2019.

Ageing Better Camden seeks Men’s Outreach Worker

18 hours per week 3 days per week, to include Friday Sc9 £24,486 to Sc13 £26,298 pro rata Fixed term to December 2020
Ageing Better Camden is looking for a male Outreach Worker to contribute to a new Outreach project with the ABC Outreach Service, to trial innovative approaches to reaching, initiating contact and engaging with older men across Camden.  A key focus of the role will be to build knowledge of and test and learn approaches to creating and bringing isolated older men together through informal male social hubs such as pubs, cafes, and gyms.
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date Tuesday 28 May.  Interviews Monday 10 June

Are you a Qualified Teacher with Time to Volunteer?

The English Network is a Camden run project which links qualified volunteer EFL teachers with Camden residents who need to improve their English language skills. Lessons are taught one-to-one within libraries and other Council buildings in Camden for an hour a week.
This post requires a TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate, but candidates with a TEFL certificate will be considered if they have previous teaching experience.
To apply contact Sheila Rahman, Sheila.Rahman@camden.gov.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Want to Share a Skill, Space or Equipment?

Simply add your request to Comoodle Camden, the new local online sharing platform which facilitates sharing for community benefit.

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Camden Giving Week

13-19 May Camden Giving Week is back for its second year. A week of businesses coming together to support the local community.
Camden Giving connects people who live, work and play in Camden to end local inequality and supports local people to lead their own projects, anything from boxing clubs to resident newspapers and food banks to homeless shelters. Find out more at Camden Giving.

Social Action – Get Involved

Get involved with community activitiy.  We have a page of ideas and to help you get started.  Coming up in June – the Big Lunch and the Great Get Together. It’s an opportunity to come together with friends, family and neighbours to celebrate all we have in common. If you are planning a Great Get Together in Camden you can register your event here.

Health and Social Care Integration News

Sharing learning about how health and social care integration and voluntary sector engagement works best.
~ NCVO have blogged on the learning so far.
~ NHS England has produced an 18-minute podcast exploring the value of a joined-up way of working between systems and the voluntary sector.
~ Transforming Healthcare Together – new body of resources and events for anyone engaged in healthcare transformation.
~ Surrey Heartlands is featured in a HSJ article on the importance of engagement.

Training Opportunity for Trustees – Governance in the Voluntary and Community Sector

13 June – 18 July.  6 Thursday evenings 17:30-20:30 in Camden
A short evening course for trustees/management committee members or anybody who is interested in developing the knowledge and skills required to be a member of a governing body in the voluntary or community sector. Ideal for new trustees as an induction, for experienced trustees who want a refresher and for those just starting out as trustees. The course is a partnership between Voluntary Action Camden and Mary Ward Centre.
To discuss the course content contact Kevin Nunan, tel; 020 7284 6557, Email: knunan@vac.org.uk
Full details at the Mary Ward website.To book email Rahul Miah,  Rahul.Miah@marywardcentre.ac.uk tel: 020 7269 6042

From almshouses to pensioners action groups: The history of voluntary action for and by older people

Saturday, 15th June 2019 10.00 – 5.00
King’s College London, Bush House, South East Wing, 300 Strand, WC2R
Registration fee: £25 for members of VAHS (2018-19 and 2019-20) and £30 for non-members. Register via Eventbright:

Human Jam

To 25th May at Camden People’s Theatre.
The story of HS2’s exhumation of Euston’s dead.  It’s a unique, docu-theatre using members of the community. Details at Camden People’s Theatre website.

Camden Carer’s Service Events

Death Café
Tuesday 14th May at 11am-1pm
Come and join us for a cuppa and talk about death.
Poetry Reading
Thursday 16th May between 11am-1pm.
Bring poems you’ve written, or that mean a lot to you about death or dying.
Call 020 7428 8950 for more information and booking

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Future Changemakers

The Future Changemakers programme will work with 16-25 year old living in Camden to make decisions on which youth services we fund, putting power into the hands of those who understand the challenges best.
The Future Changemakers welcome proposals of up to £10,000 that aim to improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving but all of the decisions are made by the Future Changemakers.
Have a chat with one of the team before starting your application, you can do this by coming along to one of the events or by booking an appointment, email admin@camdengiving.org.uk  We have a range of flexible support available to applicants who need it, including ESOL support, applications via video or interview, just get in touch.
Deadline to apply: Monday 3rd June Panel Meeting: Thursday 20th June

Greener City Fund Community Tree Planting Grants.

Get involved in planting trees and helping to improve children’s access to nature. We are keen to support tree planting in areas where there is currently little tree cover or where trees can help address issues like air pollution. Applications are open until 24th June 2019. £5,000 – £50,000.

Mayor of London – Summer Sports Activities Fund

Grants are available for formal or informal groups and organisations based in Greater London to support projects that use sport over the school summer holidays to engage young people who are at risk of getting involved in crime.
Maximum value: £10,000. Deadline 20 May. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019
(Coming Soon)

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Anne Frank + You

An exhibition bringing the messages of Anne Frank into the 21st century
25 April – 20 May 2019 Swiss Cottage Library (every day except Sunday)
Anne Frank + You is a thought provoking exhibition about Anne Frank’s life and times  and relates her life to contemporary issues.
For more information, visit: www.annefrank.org.uk

Happy Spring time Wild Bunch Clubbers

‘A club night run by people with learning disabilities for everyone’
16th May 2019. Over 18’s only, £5 on the door. Electrowerkz, Torrens St.
Contact Tony.Bamforth@elfrida.com or ring Elfrida Society on 020 7359 7443.

Open Morning. Camden Town Shed.

16th May 10.00-12.30. The Shed now offers woodworking sessions with a tutor for over 18’s with special needs. Please drop in for coffee and cakes and meet the tutor. See www.camdentownshed.org/contact-us for directions.
Enquiries to chair: Mike 07757024749

Baby Rhyme & Story Time

In partnership with the Manor Gardens Welfare Centre’s Blossoms team bringing a fun activity for both parents and children (0-2yrs). Meet new people whilst getting parenting well-being advice.
Thursdays 10am-12pm. 23 Castlehaven Road, Camden Town, NW1 8RU
To find out more call 020 7561 5297 or email blossoms@manorgardencentre.org.uk Web: www.castlehaven.org.uk

Art Therapy Group for Parents

A safe and supportive weekly drop-in group facilitated by an Art Therapist. Come and join us to express yourself with a variety of art materials
Friday mornings 9.30 – 11am (during Camden school term-times).
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5 2BP
Creative Therapist Rosanna: rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / 020 7424 1639

An Alternative Look at Mental Health

7.30pm Thursday 16th May,at Belsize Community Library

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

Arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Bi Lingual Nursery Worker Needed

Menchú Nursery, part of Latin American House (Casa Latinoamericana), is looking for a bilingual (English-Spanish) practitioner to join our small nursery based in Kilburn, North West London.
40 hours per week full time – or two part-time posts
Salary: £21,944 (pro rata if part-time), pension entitlement, 25 days holidays + bank holidays
Closing date for applications: Thursday 23 May 2019, 5pm.
Interview date: Wednesday 29 May 2019.
This is a permanent contract to start in June.
Full details of this position are available from: www.casalatina.org.uk

Volunteer with The Felix Project and help end food waste and food poverty in Camden

 The Felix Project collects surplus food from various suppliers and delivers this food free of charge to charities who support vulnerable people in the community. We rely on volunteers to make this operation happen. You could directly reduce food waste and food poverty in Camden by volunteering in the evenings with The Felix Project as either a driver or co-driver.
Get in touch: centrallondon@thefelixproject.org or 020 3034 4365.

LAWRS seeks Director

The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is a human rights, feminist organisation led by and for Latin American migrant women in the UK. Our work is dedicated to support the immediate and long-term needs of Latin American migrant women exposed to violations of their fundamental human rights  Full details here.
Fluency in Spanish and English, or Portuguese and English is essential.
This post is open to women only in accordance to the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date for applications: Monday 27th May 2019.
Interviews will take place 5th, 6th, or 7th June 2019.

Camden Giving seeks Admin and Grants Support (Maternity Cover)

Camden Giving would like to hear from people who want to work full-time or part-time, with some experience or no experience. The role involves working with our grantees and doing some admin tasks.  Find out more at https://www.camdengiving.org.uk/jobs

Female Exercise Tutor for Saturday class

Akash Tenants and Resident Association are looking for an experienced female exercise tutor to run a chair based womens only exercise class on Saturdays. They are based near Corams Field.  Please contact Tom Rowland: email tom.rowland@me.com or call 07831402593

Ageing Better Camden seeks Men’s Outreach Worker

18 hours per week 3 days per week, to include Friday Sc9 £24,486 to Sc13 £26,298 pro rata Fixed term to December 2020
Ageing Better Camden is looking for a male Outreach Worker to contribute to a new Outreach project with the ABC Outreach Service, to trial innovative approaches to reaching, initiating contact and engaging with older men across Camden.  A key focus of the role will be to build knowledge of and test and learn approaches to creating and bringing isolated older men together through informal male social hubs such as pubs, cafes, and gyms.
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date Tuesday 28 May.  Interviews Monday 10 June

Are you a Qualified Teacher with Time to Volunteer?

The English Network is a Camden run project which links qualified volunteer EFL teachers with Camden residents who need to improve their English language skills.
Lessons are taught one-to-one within libraries and other Council buildings in Camden for an hour a week.
We ask for teachers to commit to one hour a week of teaching for six months and we will supply references for volunteers who teach with us.
This post requires a TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate, but candidates with a TEFL certificate will be considered if they have previous teaching experience.
To apply contact Sheila Rahman, Sheila.Rahman@camden.gov.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Want to Share a Skill, Space or Equipment?

Simply add your request to Comoodle Camden, the new local online sharing platform which facilitates sharing for community benefit.

Our mailing address is:
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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New Neighbourhood Assembly on Health and Wellbeing in Kilburn, Swiss Cottage, Fortune Green & West Hampstead

A new Neighbourhood Assembly is forming in the west of the borough to give residents a real say in improving health and wellbeing. It’ll shape ideas to improve lives and have the support of a panel of experts.  The assembly needs more young people and residents of Kilburn.  Please get in touch with Henry Langford Henry.Langford@camden.gov.uk if you can help.

Comings and Goings

After 34 years at Castlehaven Community Association, Eleanor Botwright will be retiring at the end of May –  Tricia Richards takes over.  Rachel Kelly has left the Community Partners Team to be Head of Community Safety and Emergency Management – Andrew Hinchley takes over as Head of Community Partnerships starting 1st June.  Marie Griffin is the new CEO at Kingsgate Community Centre.  Colin Brummage is the new CEO of Camden Disability Action, taking over from Interim COO Gary Jones.  Mick Denton is Interim CEO at Kentish Town City Farm taking over from Gus Alston.

Camden Intergenerational Network

Wednesday 8th May 2.15pm for tea or coffee, meeting 2.30pm – 5.00pm.
At Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA.
if you have any questions, would like to join the Network, or know someone who would, please contact Lydia.Shellien-Walker@AgeUKCamden.org.uk.

Volunteers’ Week: One month to go

Volunteers’ Weeks takes place from 1-7 June and is a great opportunity to thank your volunteers. There are lots of on the Volunteers’ Week website

Making Every Contact Count (MECC)

You can now do the MECC training online – it’s easy and only takes an hour.
Learn Communication skills to raise an issue; Behaviour change techniques; Signposting and helpful online resources. Sign up at the MECC website.

Happy Spring time Wild Bunch Clubbers

‘A club night run by people with learning disabilities for everyone’
16th May 2019. Over 18’s only, £5 on the door. Electrowerkz, Torrens St.
Contact Tony.Bamforth@elfrida.com or ring Elfrida Society on 020 7359 7443.

Want to Share a Skill, Space or Equipment?

Simply add your request to Comoodle Camden, the new local online sharing platform which facilitates sharing for community benefit.

Open Morning. Camden Town Shed.

16th May 10.00-12.30. The Shed now offers woodworking sessions with a tutor for over 18’s with special needs. Please drop in for coffee and cakes and meet the tutor. See www.camdentownshed.org/contact-us for directions.
Enquiries to chair: Mike 07757024749

Camden Carers Monthly Bulletin

Keep up to date with all things caring in Camden with the new look bulletin.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Mayor of London – Summer Sports Activities Fund

Grants are available for formal or informal groups and organisations based in Greater London to support projects that use sport over the school summer holidays to engage young people who are at risk of getting involved in crime.
Maximum value: £10,000. Deadline 20 May. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding.

Wednesday 8th May 2019, 9.45am – 2.30pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
Suitable for anyone who has attended safeguarding training previously and would like to update their knowledge and skills further, including volunteers and workers of all levels.  Covering:
~ Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance
~ Myth Busting & Social Care
~ Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
~ Safeguarding awareness and assessing need: Race, culture, gender, ability.
~ Safeguarding in Camden, thresholds and the role of professionals.
~ Safeguarding checklist: what you should have in place
To find out more information or to book your place please email Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Anne Frank + You

An exhibition bringing the messages of Anne Frank into the 21st century
25 April – 20 May 2019 Swiss Cottage Library (every day except Sunday)
Anne Frank + You is a thought provoking exhibition about Anne Frank’s life and times  and relates her life to contemporary issues.
For more information, visit: www.annefrank.org.uk

iPads taster classes for Spanish speakers

Wednesdays 8 and 15 May, 11.00am-12.30pm, run by Latin American House in partnership with Mary Ward Centre. This is a great opportunity for beginners to learn how to take pictures, internet search , read and listen music using tablets. All the necessary equipment will be provided for the course. To book email info@casalatina.org.uk or call 020 7372 8653

What’s on at West Euston Partnership

Free advice and support for people with: dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD or ASD at West Euston PartnershIp (29-31 Hampstead Road, NW1 3JA)
Tuesday 7th May, 6PM – 7.30PM
Tame Anxiety: Learn easy ways to help you cope with everyday stress and anxiety. Wednesday 8th May at Hpod (Cumberland Market, next door to Regent’s Park Practice) at 11am – 1pm
Contact David or Chuks to book a place. T: 020 7388 7932 E: david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk or chuks@westeuston.org

Baby Rhyme & Story Time

In partnership with the Manor Gardens Welfare Centre’s Blossoms team bringing a fun activity for both parents and children (0-2yrs). Meet new people whilst getting parenting well-being advice.
Thursdays 10am-12pm. 23 Castlehaven Road, Camden Town, NW1 8RU
To find out more call 020 7561 5297 or email blossoms@manorgardencentre.org.uk Web: www.castlehaven.org.uk

Art Therapy Group for Parents

A safe and supportive weekly drop-in group facilitated by an Art Therapist. Come and join us to express yourself with a variety of art materials and feel heard. Get some quality YOU time and connect with others over parenting and personal challenges and strengths.
No experience or ability with art necessary! All art materials provided.
Friday mornings 9.30 – 11am (during Camden school term-times).
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5 2BP
To attend: get in touch with our Creative Therapist Rosanna: rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / 020 7424 1639

An Alternative Look at Mental Health

7.30pm Thursday 16th May,at Belsize Community Library

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
Learn from experienced facilitators the best way to deliver financial education workshops and one-to-ones. This is NOT money/debt advisor training.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Association of Chairs Beacon Programme

Are you a Chair / Vice Chair of a charity with an income under £1m? Get support and update your knowledge and skills through the Association of Chairs’ free Beacon Programme.
The programme is based around four modules – Being an Effective Chair, Strengthening your Organisation, Managing Relationships and Board Dynamics, Developing an Effective Board.   Register here to access this support – http://bit.ly/joinBeacon

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

CSKX Studios has secured funding from Arts Council England to run a series of sensory arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Camden Giving seeks Admin and Grants Support (Maternity Cover)

Camden Giving would like to hear from people who want to work full-time or part-time, with some experience or no experience. The role involves working with our grantees and doing some admin tasks.  Find out more at https://www.camdengiving.org.uk/jobs

Female Exercise Tutor for Saturday class

Akash Tenants and Resident Association are looking for an experienced female exercise tutor to run a chair based womens only exercise class on Saturdays. They are based near Corams Field.  Please contact Tom Rowland: email tom.rowland@me.com or call 07831402593

Ageing Better Camden seeks Men’s Outreach Worker

18 hours per week 3 days per week, to include Friday Sc9 £24,486 to Sc13 £26,298 pro rata Fixed term to December 2020
Ageing Better Camden is looking for a male Outreach Worker to contribute to a new Outreach project with the ABC Outreach Service, to trial innovative approaches to reaching, initiating contact and engaging with older men across Camden.  A key focus of the role will be to build knowledge of and test and learn approaches to creating and bringing isolated older men together through informal male social hubs such as pubs, cafes, and gyms.
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date Tuesday 28 May.  Interviews Monday 10 June

Are you a Qualified Teacher with Time to Volunteer?

The English Network is a Camden run project which links qualified volunteer EFL teachers with Camden residents who need to improve their English language skills.
Lessons are taught one-to-one within libraries and other Council buildings in Camden for an hour a week.
We ask for teachers to commit to one hour a week of teaching for six months and we will supply references for volunteers who teach with us.
This post requires a TEFL qualification, preferably a CELTA or Trinity TESOL certificate, but candidates with a TEFL certificate will be considered if they have previous teaching experience.
To apply contact Sheila Rahman, Sheila.Rahman@camden.gov.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Our mailing address is:
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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New Neighbourhood Assembly on Health and Wellbeing in Kilburn, Swiss Cottage, Fortune Green & West Hampstead

A new Neighbourhood Assembly is forming in the west of the borough to give residents a real say in improving health and wellbeing. It’ll shape ideas to improve lives and have the support of a panel of experts (including councillors, GPs, directors and community leaders).
Come and find out more at an open meeting on Tuesday 23rd April and discuss how we can all make Camden healthier. Swiss Cottage Library, 6:30pm – 7:30pm on Tuesday 23rd April.
For more information please contact Henry Langford henry.langford@camden.gov.uk or 02079743219 or Tom Wastling tom@wearefuturegov.com or 07963486875

Anne Frank + You

An exhibition bringing the messages of Anne Frank into the 21st century
25 April – 20 May 2019 Swiss Cottage Library (every day except Sunday)
Anne Frank + You is a thought provoking exhibition about Anne Frank’s life and times. It also presents contemporary issues, such as racism in football, gang violence in the UK and Malala Yousafazi’s campaign for the education of girls.
For more information, visit: www.annefrank.org.uk

Social Prescribing Learning Network

Thursday 25th April 2-4pm at Voluntary Action Camden, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London NW1
The new Social Prescribing Learning Network will share the opportunities and learning arising from referrals in to community based activities and services in Camden. Network events will support a practical design and problem solving approach to benefit members. Looking at needs / demand, referral challenges, and how vcs activities and services can be resourced.
We want to hear from as many providers of these activities as possible, and from groups with ideas for development that meets emerging need.  rsvp at Eventbrite or contact Donna:  dturnbull@vac.org.uk

Training Link

Open Day 25 April 11am to 7pm
At 54-56 Phoenix Road London NW1 1ES
Lots of new free courses to help people find work: computer classes, online vocational courses, Adult Literacy. All welcome

Summer 2019 Volunteering Fair

Book your space at the VCC Volunteering Fair on Friday 21st June, 12-2pm. There’s space for 22 organisations.
Co-hosted with Volunteer Centre Islington, and it takes place in King’s Cross.
VCC are looking for voluntary organisations that have volunteering within easy reach of King’s Cross. All attendees will need to advertise their volunteering roles on Volunteer Connect.

Committees in Common on proposed consultation for the relocation of Moorfields Eye Hospital

Wednesday, 24 April 2019 Camden CCG and other commissioners are holding a Committees in Common meeting on the proposed consultation for the relocation of Moorfields Eye Hospital from City Road to St Pancras. The meeting is 5.30pm – 6.30pm at the Wesley Euston Hotel, 81-103 Euston Square, NW1 2EZ. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Meeting documents can be accessed from the Camden CCG website.
Any questions relating to the agenda must be submitted to camccg.enquiries@nhs.net by 9am on Tuesday 23rd April.

Want a stand at the next Choices and Opportunities Day?

Thursday 4 July from 11am – 1pm at Working Men’s College, Maurice Hall
If you would like your organisation to have a stand, please contact adultlearning@camden.gov.uk by Friday 17 May.  Your organisation / service’s details will be included on the event publicity.

Biggest volunteer recruitment drive since WW2 to help boost mental health in same way as exercise

The nation’s biggest volunteer recruitment drive since the Second World War has been launched by The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) with the aim of boosting people’s mental health and giving them a “high” according to the Daily Telegraph.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

National Volunteers’ Week Small Grants

Small grants of £500 – £1000 to organisations to develop additional activities around reward and recognition of volunteering in their locality throughout June.
deadline: Friday 26th April. Find our more and apply here.

GLA Funding Opportunities

A list of funding opportunties from the GLA from sports to arts to community inclusion including dates of related seminars.  Click here for the full list.

Young Camden Foundation Summer Opportunities Fund

Through the YCF Summer Opportunities Fund, YCF will award grants of up to £5,000 to support voluntary organisations in Camden deliver activities for young people. You can view the full details here Deadline 3rd May.

Rosa’s ‘Voices from the Frontline’ Opens for Applications

£500 and £5,000 for women’s sector voluntary and community organisations in the UK to pay for increasing the skills, capacity, credibility and effectiveness of women to challenge gender inequality and promote awareness and change.
Webinar on 30 April (12.30pm to 13.30pm)
Deadline for applications is 14 May (5pm). Full details here.

Camden Giving Kings Cross Fund

Camden Giving’s KX Fund aims to increase:
~ Social Cohesion
~ Employment opportunities
~ Quality and access to natural environments
Full details at Camden Giving.  closing date midnight, 17 April

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Closing date: 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding.

Wednesday 8th May 2019, 9.45am – 2.30pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
Suitable for anyone who has attended safeguarding training previously and would like to update their knowledge and skills further, including volunteers and workers of all levels.  Covering:
~ Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance
~ Myth Busting & Social Care
~ Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
~ Safeguarding awareness and assessing need: Race, culture, gender, ability.
~ Safeguarding in Camden, thresholds and the role of professionals.
~ Safeguarding checklist: what you should have in place
To find out more information or to book your place please email Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Training Opportunities for Disabled People

Camden Disability Action is offering training opportunities for disabled people living or working in Camden As part of CDA’s Big Lottery funded ‘It’s Our Camden Too’ programme, CDA will be offering training on:
~ Disability Awareness
~ Disability Equality and the Law, and
~ How to Run Your Own Campaign
Free.  Contact: training@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
Learn from experienced facilitators the best way to deliver financial education workshops and one-to-ones. This is NOT money/debt advisor training.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Association of Chairs Beacon Programme

Are you a Chair / Vice Chair of a charity with an income under £1m? Get support and update your knowledge and skills through the Association of Chairs’ free Beacon Programme.
The programme is based around four modules – Being an Effective Chair, Strengthening your Organisation, Managing Relationships and Board Dynamics, Developing an Effective Board.   Register here to access this support – http://bit.ly/joinBeacon

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

CSKX Studios has secured funding from Arts Council England to run a series of sensory arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

Making Every Contact Count

The session will equip participants with a range of specific MECC skills that will enable them to deliver MECC confidently and consistently well. It covers:
~ Communication skills to raise an issue
~ Behaviour change techniques
~ Delivering brief advice and brief interventions
~ Signposting and helpful online resources
Sign up at the MECC website.

Future Changemakers- Information Session

25th of April 2019, 1,45 to 3.30pm. Camden Giving are running an information session for YCF members. This session provides an opportunity to find out more about the Future Changemakers grant and ask any questions you may have regarding the grant.
At LABS Camden – Atrium, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8AH. Please RSVP by18th of April.

Camden Intergenerational Network

Wednesday 8th May 2.15pm for tea or coffee, meeting 2.30pm – 5.00pm.
At Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA.
if you have any questions, would like to join the Network, or know someone who would, please contact Lydia.Shellien-Walker@AgeUKCamden.org.uk.

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Age UK Camden Opening Doors is Recruiting

Community Partnerships and Fundraising Officer
21 per week, SO1 – Scale point 23-25
£31,434 to £32,577 pa incl. LW pro rata for a 21 hour week (£18,860.40 to £19,546.20 pa)
Closing date Tuesday 21st May
We are looking to recruit a collaborative and dynamic fundraising professional to build on our existing relationships with both individuals and corporate partners. The main aim is to raise unrestricted income to support the work of Opening Doors London
Administrator
28 per week, Scale 5 Scale points 12 – 15 £25,833 to £27,255 pa FTE (£20,666.40 to £21,804 pa for a 28 hour week)
Closing date Tuesday 14th  May
This role will involve working alongside the team to provide support to existing groups and activities as well as developing new initiatives to meet the needs of our members.
Application packs at  www.ageukcamden.org.uk / www.openingdoorslondon.org.uk  or email Jobs@Openingdoorslondon.org.uk

Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG) members needed

The Loneliness and Social Isolation in Mental Health Network is a new research network that brings together many different relative perspectives on the topic. The Network is intended to speed up the pace of research on loneliness and social isolation in mental health.
Interested in applying? Please contact Ellie Pearce at: ellie.pearce@ucl.ac.uk for more information. Deadline 23 April.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm
Special rates for Camden network events

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

The voices of Camden’s deaf and disabled people

Are you a Deaf or Disabled resident or employee in Camden? ⁦‪Camden Disability Action‬⁩ wants to find out what matters to you. Take the survey here.

Our mailing address is:
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

MECC Healthy Hero Award: Deadline 15th April

Have you already done the training and have a story about having a conversation with a resident and used MECC techniques in the conversation?
Fill out the short online survey here: https://survs.com/survey/122jlfcwkt
Guidance here: https://www.camdenmecc.org.uk/help-and-support

National Volunteers’ Week Small Grants

Small grants of £500 – £1000 to organisations to develop additional activities around reward and recognition of volunteering in their locality throughout June 2019.
deadline: Friday 26th April. Find our more and apply here.

Made of Money – Two Day Facilitator Training

Wed 10th and Thurs 11th July
Help people on low income talk about money and its impact on their lives. It is designed to improve people’s confidence, communication and control around money through interactive activities, discussions and resources.
Learn from experienced facilitators the best way to deliver financial education workshops and one-to-ones. This is NOT money/debt advisor training.
More information and to book: http://tinyurl.com/y6he828q
Or contact: Mostofa – mostofauddin@qsa.org.uk or 0208 983 5046

Association of Chairs Beacon Programme

Are you a Chair / Vice Chair of a charity with an income under £1m? Get support and update your knowledge and skills through the Association of Chairs’ free Beacon Programme.
The programme is based around four modules – Being an Effective Chair, Strengthening your Organisation, Managing Relationships and Board Dynamics, Developing an Effective Board.   Register here to access this support – http://bit.ly/joinBeacon

Social Prescribing Learning Network

Thursday 25th April 2-4pm at Voluntary Action Camden, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London NW1
The new Social Prescribing Learning Network will share the opportunities and learning arising from referrals in to community based activities and services in Camden. Network events will support a practical design and problem solving approach to benefit members. Looking at needs / demand, referral challenges, and how vcs activities and services can be resourced.
The first Network event will focus on activities which are in demand: barriers to access, and opportunities for activity design and development. The themes are:
• Good neighbours, befriending and home visiting type services.
• Volunteering: high demand for services delivered by volunteers; the role of time banks and similar’ sharing’ initiatives.
We want to hear from as many providers of these activities as possible, and from groups with ideas for development that meets emerging need.  rsvp at Eventbrite or contact Donna:  dturnbull@vac.org.uk

The voices of Camden’s deaf and disabled people

Are you a Deaf or Disabled resident or employee in Camden? ⁦‪Camden Disability Action‬⁩ wants to find out what matters to you. Take the survey here.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Henry Smith Holiday Grants for Children

Apply for a grant of between,£500 – £2,500, to go towards a day trip or a longer holiday up to 7 days. Priority will be give to trips for disadvantaged/disabled children, living in the most deprived areas. Find out more at the website.

GLA Funding Opportunities

A list of funding opportunties from the GLA from sports to arts to community inclusion including dates of related seminars.  Click here for the full list.

Young Camden Foundation Summer Opportunities Fund

Through the YCF Summer Opportunities Fund, YCF will award grants of up to £5,000 to support voluntary organisations in Camden deliver activities for young people. You can view the full details here Deadline 3rd May.

Rosa’s ‘Voices from the Frontline’ Opens for Applications

£500 and £5,000 for women’s sector voluntary and community organisations in the UK to pay for increasing the skills, capacity, credibility and effectiveness of women to challenge gender inequality and promote awareness and change.
Webinar on 30 April (12.30pm to 13.30pm)
Deadline for applications is 14 May (5pm). Full details here.

Camden Giving Kings Cross Fund

Camden Giving’s KX Fund aims to increase:
~ Social Cohesion
~ Employment opportunities
~ Quality and access to natural environments
Full details at Camden Giving.  closing date midnight, 17 April

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Applicants can submit applications at any point until midnight on the 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding.

Wednesday 8th May 2019, 9.45am – 2.30pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
Suitable for anyone who has attended safeguarding training previously and would like to update their knowledge and skills further, including volunteers and workers of all levels.  Covering:
~ Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance
~ Myth Busting & Social Care
~ Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
~ Safeguarding awareness and assessing need: Race, culture, gender, ability.
~ Safeguarding in Camden, thresholds and the role of professionals.
~ Safeguarding checklist: what you should have in place
To find out more information or to book your place please email Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Training Opportunities for Disabled People

Camden Disability Action is offering training opportunities for disabled people living or working in Camden As part of CDA’s Big Lottery funded ‘It’s Our Camden Too’ programme, CDA will be offering training on:
~ Disability Awareness
~ Disability Equality and the Law, and
~ How to Run Your Own Campaign
The training is free to attend. For more information contact: training@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

CSKX Studios has secured funding from Arts Council England to run a series of sensory arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

Making Every Contact Count

The session will equip participants with a range of specific MECC skills that will enable them to deliver MECC confidently and consistently well. It covers:
~ Opportunities we have to have helpful conversations
~ Communication skills to raise an issue
~ Behaviour change techniques
~ Delivering brief advice and brief interventions
~ Signposting and helpful online resources
Sign up at the MECC website.

Future Changemakers- Information Session

25th of April 2019, 1,45 to 3.30pm. Camden Giving are running an information session for YCF members. This session provides an opportunity to find out more about the Future Changemakers grant and ask any questions you may have regarding the grant.
At LABS Camden – Atrium, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8AH. Please RSVP by18th of April.

Design Ideas for Somers Town Festival

The British Library are giving up the Library’s Piazza to all things Somers Town and are partnering with Central St Martin around ‘decorating’ the Piazza for the Somers Town Festival.
Workshops with Local groups interested in getting involved.
• Thursday 18th April 12pm-8pm  The British Library’s Foyle Suite
• Tuesday 23rd April
RSVP Amber Perrier 07796315369/ 02074127250 email Amber.Perrier@bl.uk

IT Advice Sessions at The New Greenwood Centre

Every Wednesday between 10am and 12pm in the IT Suite at the Greenwood Centre Camden Adult Education Service will deliver IT/computer drop in sessions  specifically designed for people that maybe have a specific IT issue or wish to know how to use their own gadgets better.
37 Greenwood Place, Kentish Town, London NW5 1LB

Camden Intergenerational Network

Wednesday 8th May 2.15pm for tea or coffee, meeting 2.30pm – 5.00pm.
At Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA.
if you have any questions, would like to join the Network, or know someone who would, please contact Lydia.Shellien-Walker@AgeUKCamden.org.uk.

Maiden Lane Community Centre Jobs and Training Fair

17 April 2019 – 12-5PM At The London Irish Centre
50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Please contact Naz if you would like a stall to  promote job, training or volunteer opportunities. nazrul@maidenlanecommunitycentre.org tel: 020 7267 9586

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG) members needed

The Loneliness and Social Isolation in Mental Health Network is a new research network that brings together many different relative perspectives on the topic. The Network is intended to speed up the pace of research on loneliness and social isolation in mental health.
Interested in applying? Please contact Ellie Pearce at: ellie.pearce@ucl.ac.uk for more information. Deadline 23 April.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm – special rates for Camden network events?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Our mailing address is:
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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Making Every Contact Count

New free training for all staff. MECC is for anyone in the public or voluntary sectors who come into contact/meet the public through their work.
The session will equip participants with a range of specific MECC skills that will enable them to deliver MECC confidently and consistently well. It covers:
~ Opportunities we have to have helpful conversations
~ Communication skills to raise an issue
~ Behaviour change techniques
~ Delivering brief advice and brief interventions
~ Signposting and helpful online resources
Sign up at the MECC website.
MECC Healthy Hero Award: Deadline Extended to 15th April
Have you already done the training and have a story about having a conversation with a resident and used MECC techniques in the conversation?
Fill out the short online survey here: https://survs.com/survey/122jlfcwkt
Guidance here: https://www.camdenmecc.org.uk/help-and-support

Training Opportunities for Disabled People

Camden Disability Action is offering training opportunities for disabled people living or working in Camden As part of CDA’s Big Lottery funded ‘It’s Our Camden Too’ programme, CDA will be offering training on:
~ Disability Awareness
~ Disability Equality and the Law, and
~ How to Run Your Own Campaign
The training is free to attend. For more information contact: training@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Social Prescribing Learning Network

Thursday 25th April 2-4pm at Voluntary Action Camden, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London NW1
The new Social Prescribing Learning Network will share the opportunities and learning arising from referrals in to community based activities and services in Camden. Network events will support a practical design and problem solving approach to benefit members. Looking at needs / demand, referral challenges, and how vcs activities and services can be resourced.
The first Network event will focus on activities which are in demand: barriers to access, and opportunities for activity design and development. The themes are:
• Good neighbours, befriending and home visiting type services.
• Volunteering: high demand for services delivered by volunteers; the role of time banks and similar’ sharing’ initiatives.
We want to hear from as many providers of these activities as possible, and from groups with ideas for development that meets emerging need.  rsvp at Eventbrite or contact Donna:  dturnbull@vac.org.uk

Castlehaven Community Park & Horticultural Hub

Complete the survey and help raise money to improve the Castlehaven community park and horticulture hub.

Arts workshops for young people and older community members (May to September)

CSKX Studios has secured funding from Arts Council England to run a series of sensory arts workshops for young people and older community members across Kentish Town.  Workshops will be happening at local sites and have  been devised in collaboration with North London Cares, Free Space Project at Kentish Town Health Centre and Queens Crescent Community Association.
We would like to hear from both groups and individuals interested in taking part.
To register interest and receive more information email Leo Smith: info@cskx.org  020 8001 5357 / www.cskx.org

Camden Giving Funding Drop-In

Monday, 8th April, 5:00 – 6:30pm at Collective
Looking for funding for a life-changing project in Camden? Come and have a chat about the support we’ve got available. No need to book, just turn-up.
Those with dependents or with accessibility requirements, please do let us know what you’ll require beforehand by emailing admin@camdengiving.org.uk.

Winnie Mandela Memorial Event

The Caraf Centre Mandela Supplementary School
Saturday 6th April 2019, 1-6pm at Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queens Crescent, London NW5. Tel 020 7284 0030

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

Henry Smith Holiday Grants for Children

Apply for a grant of between,£500 – £2,500, to go towards a day trip or a longer holiday up to 7 days. Priority will be give to trips for disadvantaged/disabled children, living in the most deprived areas. Find out more at the website.

GLA Funding Opportunities

A list of funding opportunties from the GLA from sports to arts to community inclusion including dates of related seminars.  Click here for the full list.

Young Camden Foundation Summer Opportunities Fund 2019

Through the YCF Summer Opportunities Fund, YCF will award grants of up to £5,000 to support voluntary organisations in Camden deliver activities for young people. You can view the full details here including deadlines etc.

Rosa’s ‘Voices from the Frontline’ Opens for Applications

Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are being made available to women’s sector voluntary and community organisations in the UK to pay for increasing the skills, capacity, credibility and effectiveness of women who wish to challenge gender inequality and promote awareness and change.
Webinar on 30 April (12.30pm to 13.30pm)
Deadline for applications is 14 May (5pm). Full details here.

Camden Giving Kings Cross Fund

Camden Giving’s KX Fund aims to increase:
~ Social Cohesion
~ Employment opportunities
~ Quality and access to natural environments
Full details at Camden Giving.  closing date midnight, 17 April

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 on local people. Aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Applicants can submit applications at any point until midnight on the 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding.

Wednesday 8th May 2019, 9.45am – 2.30pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
Who Should Take This Course? Suitable for anyone who has attended safeguarding training previously and would like to update their knowledge and skills further, including volunteers and workers of all levels.
The training will cover the following:
~ Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance
~ Myth Busting & Social Care
~ Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
~ Safeguarding awareness and assessing need: Race, culture, gender, ability.
~ Safeguarding in Camden, thresholds and the role of professionals.
~ Safeguarding checklist: what you should have in place
To find out more information or to book your place please email Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi at: dogunyemi@vac.org.uk

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Future Changemakers- Information Session

25th of April 2019, 1,45 to 3.30pm. Camden Giving are running an information session for YCF members. This session provides an opportunity to find out more about the Future Changemakers grant and ask any questions you may have regarding the grant.
At LABS Camden – Atrium, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8AH. Please RSVP by18th of April.

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

From 8th April 2019  19th April 8.00 am – 6 pm    per day
Concession fees available
Age:  5 to 8 year olds
Limited spaces. To register contact: Indira Vyas at 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk  web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Design Ideas for Somers Town Festival

The British Library are giving up the Library’s Piazza to all things Somers Town and are partnering with Central St Martin around ‘decorating’ the Piazza for the Somers Town Festival.
Workshops with Local groups interested in getting involved.
• Tuesday 18th April 2pm-8:45pm, The British Library’s Foyle Suite
• Wednesday 17th April
• Thursday 18th April 12pm-8pm  The British Library’s Foyle Suite
• Tuesday 23rd April
RSVP Amber Perrier 07796315369/ 02074127250 email Amber.Perrier@bl.uk

IT Advice Sessions at The New Greenwood Centre

Every Wednesday between 10am and 12pm in the IT Suite at the Greenwood Centre Camden Adult Education Service will deliver IT/computer drop in sessions  specifically designed for people that maybe have a specific IT issue or wish to know how to use their own gadgets better.
37 Greenwood Place, Kentish Town, London NW5 1LB

Camden Intergenerational Network

Wednesday 8th May 2.15pm for tea or coffee, meeting 2.30pm – 5.00pm.
At Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA.
if you have any questions, would like to join the Network, or know someone who would, please contact Lydia.Shellien-Walker@AgeUKCamden.org.uk.

Maiden Lane Community Centre Jobs and Training Fair

17 April 2019 – 12-5PM At The London Irish Centre
50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Please contact Naz if you would like a stall to  promote job, training or volunteer opportunities. nazrul@maidenlanecommunitycentre.org tel: 020 7267 9586

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Good Neighbours Befriending Scheme Co-ordinator

Scale 6 from 1st April 2019 – £28,752 to £29,796 pa pro rata for a 7 hour week with 6% Contributory pension
Responsible for maintaining  and developing the Primrose Hill Good Neighbours Scheme as well as supporting volunteers to act as Good Neighbours to older vulnerable people.
You will offer information and advice, and volunteer support, to enhance the social lives of isolated and housebound older people in Camden.
Download from www.ageuk.org.uk/camden/about-us/work-for-us or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.

Volunteer Group Facilitators Camden Refuge Services

Do you have a skill or talent that you would love to share with female survivors of domestic abuse? We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to run fun, healing and/or creative workshops or groups at our multiple needs women’s refuge and our generic refuges in Camden. The ideal candidate must have the appropriate qualifications & training. We welcome hearing from you with any skills, experience or interests you have that could help support survivors on their healing journey.
For further information and to apply for either of the above roles please visit our website and complete the application forms. Deadline 12th April 2019.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Civil Society Futures

The Commission on the Future of Civil Society has now concluded and a number of reports have been produced.  If you only have time to read one then take a look at this one which proposes that we focus our attention on 4 areas: Power, Connection, Accountability and Trust. There is also an excellent report on Race Equality, and of course there is the full report in the form of a website.  The report also proposes the creation of a People Power Grid of social infrastructure, including a proliferation of people and organisations who connect  people and catalyse community development. For a balanced counter view have a look at this blog from Andrew Purkis.

NHS Long Term Plan Questionnaire – What would you do?

Healthwatch Camden want to hear your views about what your local NHS can do to help you and your community stay well, and to provide better support.
What you say will help the NHS to develop plans for the future.
You can also do the survey in Easy Read and find further information in BSL

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm – special rates for Camden network events?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website. Special rates for Camden networks.

Our mailing address is:
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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We Make Camden

Celebrate Camden’s diversity and the people who make the place.
Camden council are hosting an free event which will bring together communities and action-packed performances from a variety of special guests. Focused on stories from across the borough, hear about the inspiring journeys, memories and reflections that have inspired our residents and helped to create the vibrant, diverse and rebellious spirit of Camden. Help us to celebrate the people, stories and communities that make Camden.
Thursday 4 April 6 – 8pm.  Book at Eventbrite.

Civil Society Futures

The Commission on the Future of Civil Society has now concluded and a number of reports have been produced.  If you only have time to read one then take a look at this one which proposes that we focus our attention on 4 areas: Power, Connection, Accountability and Trust. There is also an excellent report on Race Equality, and of course there is the full report in the form of a website.  The report also proposes the creation of a People Power Grid of social infrastructure, including a proliferation of people and organisations who connect  people and catalyse community development. For a balanced counter view have a look at this blog from Andrew Purkis.

Proposed new hospital needs your views

Come and join the discussion on the future for Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Oriel is the proposal to build a brand new centre for world-class eye care, leading-edge research and professional training. The new centre would replace the current Moorfields Eye Hospital on City Road in London.
There will be a public consultation later this year, but we want to hear views before then.  The Oriel team will be holding two sessions in Camden on Wednesday 3 April at The Charlie Ratchford Centre.
3 April 2.30pm – 4pm, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont St, NW1 8HF. Book
3 April 6pm – 7.30pm, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont St, NW1 8HF Book

New resources from London Plus and the GLA

Download a new easy to use resource designed to help you make better use of the London Datastore.
https://londonplus.org/guides/london-datastore-resource-guide
You can also download a practical datasets source guide you can use to look for London based data. https://londonplus.org/guides/useful-datasets-sources

Knife Crime:  A Call to Action

The National Church Leaders Forums (NCLF) have issued a ten point action plan to encourage churches and the wider community to engage with the issues of youth crime and knife crime.

Winnie Mandela Memorial Event

The Caraf Centre Mandela Supplementary School
Saturday 6th April 2019, 1-6pm at Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queens Crescent, London NW5. Tel 020 7284 0030

Future Changemakers- Information Session

25th of April 2019, 1,45 to 3.30pm. Camden Giving are running an information session for YCF members. This session provides an opportunity to find out more about the Future Changemakers grant and ask any questions you may have regarding the grant.
At LABS Camden – Atrium, The Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8AH. Please RSVP by18th of April.

Number of London youth clubs nearly halved since 2011

A series of freedom of information requests shows the UK capital has lost 104 youth centres as austerity continues to grip councils reports the Guardian.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

GLA Funding Opportunities

A list of funding opportunties from the GLA from sports to arts to community inclusion including dates of related seminars.  Click here for the full list.

6th Atul Pathak Community Awards

The Atul Pathak Community Awards provide annual one-off donations of between £500 and £3,000 and a year-long corporate partnership to registered charities and community
groups. In Camden the qualifying area is Swiss Cottage.
Full details at communityawards@apptcorp.com

Young Camden Foundation Summer Opportunities Fund 2019

Through the YCF Summer Opportunities Fund, YCF will award grants of up to £5,000 to support voluntary organisations in Camden deliver activities for young people. You can view the full details here including deadlines etc.

Woodward Charitable Trust

Grants of between £500 – £1.000 to run a summer scheme for children aged 5-16.. Deadline 5 Apri.  Full details here.

Rosa’s ‘Voices from the Frontline’ Opens for Applications

Funding to support women’s organisations to ‘shine a light’ on their fight for gender equality in the UK. Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are being made available to women’s sector voluntary and community organisations in the UK to pay for increasing the skills, capacity, credibility and effectiveness of women who wish to challenge gender inequality and promote awareness and change.
Rosa will be holding two “How to Apply” webinars: one on 27 March (11am to 12pm) and the other on 30 April (12.30pm to 13.30pm)
Deadline for applications is 14 May (5pm). Full details here.

Youth Safety Fund to Support Projects Aimed at Preventing Youth Violence

Open until Sunday 31 March.
Bids to the fund must be made by partnerships of at least two bodies, which can include public sector, schools, charities, voluntary and community orgs.
Local young people will be among those on the panels to assess applications, for projects running for one or two years under two categories:
• Under £5,000 per year (£10,000 total)
• £5,000 to £25,000 per year (£50,000 total).
This is the first of two opportunities to apply to the Youth Safety Fund, with another due in late 2019 / early 2020.
To find out more and download an expression of interest application form please visit  www.camden.gov.uk/youthsafetytaskforce.
If you have any questions about Youth Safety Fund or application process please contact youthsafety@camden.gov.uk

Camden Giving Kings Cross Fund

Camden Giving’s KX Fund will soon open for applications. It aims to increase:
~ Social Cohesion
~ Employment opportunities
~ Quality and access to natural environments
Full details at Camden Giving.  closing date midnight, 17 April

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 Ltd. on local people by achieving one or more of the following aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
We aim to inform applicants of the result of their application within 16 weeks. Applicants can submit applications at any point between midnight on the 15th May 2018 and midnight on the 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019
(coming soon)

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Greenwood Centre tours & networking evening

The Greenwood Centre is the home of the new Camden Centre for Independent Living. There are a variety of indoor & outdoor spaces including a large hall suitable for conferences & activities, recording/rehearsal music studio, arts room, IT suite, roof terraces, and lots more. All spaces for rental to groups, and we’re interested in exploring partnerships to provide activities & services for disabled people in Camden. 4:30pm – 5.30pm, Tuesday 2nd April.
RSVP to gus@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

From 8th April 2019  19th April 8.00 am – 6 pm    per day
Concession fees available
Age:  5 to 8 year olds
Limited spaces. To register contact: Indira Vyas at 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk  web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Design Ideas for Somers Town Festival

The British Library are giving up the Library’s Piazza to all things Somers Town and are partnering with Central St Martin around ‘decorating’ the Piazza for the Somers Town Festival.
We will be running group workshops with Local groups interested in getting involved in April.
• Tuesday 18th April 2pm-8:45pm, The British Library’s Foyle Suite
• Wednesday 17th April
• Thursday 18th April 12pm-8pm  The British Library’s Foyle Suite
• Tuesday 23rd April
Interested?  Please RSVP to Amber Perrier on 07796 315 369/ 020 7412 7250 or email Amber.Perrier@bl.uk

IT Advice Sessions at The New Greenwood Centre

Every Wednesday between 10am and 12pm in the IT Suite at the Greenwood Centre Camden Adult Education Service will deliver IT/computer drop in sessions  specifically designed for people that maybe have a specific IT issue or wish to know how to use their own gadgets better.
37 Greenwood Place, Kentish Town, London NW5 1LB

Camden Family Members Reference Group

A group for family carers of adults with learning disabilities
3 April 10.30-12.30pm followed by lunch at Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street
Find out about financial assessments and benefits and ask questions:
– David Kinloch – Service Manager, Awards and Contributions Team
– Gill Catherall – Welfare Rights Team Manager
Email Philippa for more information: philippa@camdencarers.org.uk

Camden Carers Centre Annual General Meeting

Thursday 4th of April 3.30-5pm (networking and refreshments until 5.30pm)
A chance to hear directly from carers in Camden
A chance to hear what’s happening at the Carers Centre and speak with Trustees and staff. Exhibition of carers art work. Speakers include: Carers; Baroness Glenys Thornton; Keir Starmer MP
From 5.30 to 7.30 Camden Carers Voice will be holding their first evening meeting; you are welcome to attend all or part of this too.

Camden Intergenerational Network

Wednesday 8th May 2.15pm for tea or coffee, meeting 2.30pm – 5.00pm.
At Age UK Camden, Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA.
if you have any questions, would like to join the Network, or know someone who would, please contact Lydia.Shellien-Walker@AgeUKCamden.org.uk.

Maiden Lane Community Centre Jobs and Training Fair

17 April 2019 – 12-5PM At The London Irish Centre
50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Please contact Naz if you would like a stall to  promote job, training or volunteer opportunities. nazrul@maidenlanecommunitycentre.org tel: 020 7267 9586

VAC seeks Treasurer

If you would like to lead on financial oversight and strategy at Camden’s umbrella organisation for the voluntary sector we would love to hear from you.  In the first instance contact Kevin Nunan, Interim Executive Director, for further information: knunan@vac.org.uk

Good Neighbours Befriending Scheme Co-ordinator

Scale 6 from 1st April 2019 – £28,752 to £29,796 pa pro rata for a 7 hour week with 6% Contributory pension
The right candidate would be responsible for maintaining  and developing the Primrose Hill Good Neighbours Scheme as well as supporting volunteers to act as Good Neighbours to older vulnerable people.
You will offer information and advice, and volunteer support, to enhance the social lives of isolated and housebound older people in Camden.
For more details, all application forms can be downloaded from our website www.ageuk.org.uk/camden/about-us/work-for-us or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.

Care Navigation Administrator

Our Care Navigation Service aims to help people living with long term health conditions to access appropriate services. The volunteers will support the service gathering feedback from clients over the phone, using a questionnaire.
~ You will gain an insight into how the Care Navigation service works.
~ You’ll gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact older people’s lives
~ You’ll have an opportunity to build confidence and skills engaging with older people, communication skills and gathering information.
You must be available a few hours a week at a time agreed with the service manager (generally Monday to Friday). For more information see the website or email Volunteer@ageukcamden.org.uk

Volunteer Group Facilitators Camden Refuge Services

Do you have a skill or talent that you would love to share with female survivors of domestic abuse? We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to run fun, healing and/or creative workshops or groups at our multiple needs women’s refuge and our generic refuges in Camden. The ideal candidate must have the appropriate qualifications & training. We welcome hearing from you with any skills, experience or interests you have that could help support survivors on their healing journey.
For further information and to apply for either of the above roles please visit our website and complete the application forms. Deadline 12th April 2019.

Camden Giving is Recruiting Grant Panel Members with Disabilities

The Inclusive Community Fund exists to make existing services more accessible for disabled people. We are looking to appoint 6 Camden residents who are living with a physical, learning or mental health disability to sit on the panel and design the Fund in a way that they know works well.
Find out more at the Camden Giving website or fill out a nomination form with this link: https://doodle.com/poll/b6cf7ar6hbmwzh7m
Send an updated CV and cover later explaining why you would like to be on the panel but we are willing to be flexible and accept applications in forms that suit our applicants for example a phone or video call on 07717595605.

Calthorpe Project seeks Children’s Weekend Sport & Physical Activity Co-ordinator (pt)

An exceptional person needed to join our weekend staff team bringing environmental play opportunities to children living in and around Kings Cross. Our Access to Nature project includes food growing, healthy eating, nature watch, arts and forest school style activities.
Salary £8826 gross annually for 12 hour weekend.
Download the application pack from  www.calthorpeproject.org.uk
Or request the documents by emailing ray@calthorpeproject.org.uk
Deadline 5pm Monday, 1st April Interviews – 6th April

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
We offer free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

VAC is recruiting volunteers to help us in our new building in Chalk Farm

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action.  It is a very busy building with lots of visitors and events.
We are recruiting volunteer receptionists to be the first point of contact for visitors. I You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk

Offer of Rent & Business Rates Free property for Charities

We are able to offer Office space for charities which can be used for Charity Work, Administration, Training, Storage, Meetings, Lectures, Workshops, or any other ideas you might have, we are open to ideas.
Sizes range from 1300 – 12,200 sq ft approx.. 6 Floors available
Neasden tube Station only 4 minutes walk. Located in the NW10 area
The only costs you will incur for using this property will be utility bills.
If any Charity is looking for additional space to use, we can offer a 1-3 year lease with a 28 day rolling break clause.
For further information or to arrange viewing please email leanneavery@avire.co.uk  or telephone 01295 256 338

NHS Long Term Plan Questionnaire – What would you do?

Healthwatch Camden want to hear your views about what your local NHS can do to help you and your community stay well, and to provide better support.
Please take a moment to complete the online survey. What you say will help the NHS to develop plans for the future.
If you prefer you can also complete the survey in Easy Read and find further information in BSL

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm – special rates for Camden network events?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
There is a large room for up to 60 people, ideal for large events.
The training room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people. Smartboard, level access throughout, reasonable prices.
Rates and full details on the VAC website.

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Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, London, NW1 8HF

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