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VAC AGM

The VAC AGM is on Tuesday 20th April 5.00 – 6.30pm on zoom.   Discussion, a chance to meet other members and share plans. Hear about VAC’s work and our plans for next year.
Speakers: Leila Baker, Researcher and Co author of The Value of Small – the recent Lloyds Bank Foundation report into the distinctive contribution, value and experiences of small and medium-sized charities. And Caroline Howe, Policy and National Programmes Manager at Lloyds Bank Foundation for England & Wales on how the foundation is taking the findings forward.
Book your place at Eventbrite.  Or contact Ricky rsingh@vac.org.uk

Camden Meet the Buyer Event

Thursday 15th April 2021, 9.30am-12.30pm
Do you have a service you would like to sell to construction firms involved in local developments who are committed to using the local supply chain?
For information contact David McAlpine on 07891 165207 or Genny Fernandes 020 7974 4898 Genny.Fernandes@camden.gov.uk

Camden Spark Connected: Cultural Sector Summer Session 1

Wednesday, 5 May 11:00 – 12:00
Informal online meetups for Camden’s cultural sector educators, hosted by Camden Spark (Camden’s Cultural Education Partnership.  Book at Eventbrite.

#DeafActiveOnline

With so many online options not accessible to Deaf users, UK Deaf Sport are working with other organisations to use the hashtag #DeafActiveOnline to help share and grow accessible activities. Find out more here.

2nd Community Champions Welcome Session

Thursday 22nd April 5.30pm
The event is open to anyone aged 14+ who would like to be part of a New project totally led by community ideas & action.
There is also a survey for anyone living in Kilburn, Kentish Town or Regents Park Estate. Register by contacting your local coordinator:
Kentish Town – James – 07979 756970 – james@elfridacamden.org.uk
Kilburn – Emelye – 0300 365 2003 – emelye@shakonline.co.uk
Regents Park Estate – Ellie – 07923 849 277 – ellie.rudd@fya.org.uk

Easy Read Resources

A new PHE Easy Read Vaccination Guide and the April easy read Camden People First newsletter.

Camden’s Virtual Tea Dance

Join the 2021 virtual tea dance, with Mr Wonderful at the controls playing his selection of music. Lets enjoy the waltzes, tango and foxtrots all over again even if its within our own homes!  Book at Eventbrite
Thurs 15 April 1 – 2.30pm
Thurs 29 April 1 – 2.30pm
Thurs 13 May 1- 2.30pm
Thurs 27 May 1- 2.30pm

Castlehaven Community Association New Project Survey

CCA need your help to secure future funding for a new project that we hope will help all ages, particularly older people who are affected by loneliness and isolation. Complete this short online survey before Monday 26th April for a chance of winning a £50 shopping voucher: https://bit.ly/3wygROT
Enter your details to go into the prize draw. T&C’s here: https://bit.ly/3cUKn9V

Mobilising Voluntary Action

NCVO and the University of Kent are currently working with partners on a collaborative research study looking at volunteering during Covid-19.
share your views and experiences via this survey

London Fire Brigade

LFB will be asking the community for thoughts of the brigade, what matters are most important to them and how should the LFB involve the community in shaping the services they provide, There are two dates to choose from.
Mon 19 Apr 2021 at 10:30 | Eventbrite
Tue 11 May 2021 at 18:00 | Eventbrite

Newsletters

Middle Eastern Women and Society Organisation (MEWSO)
Latin American House
Camden Carers
Camden Green Gym
Small Green Shoots
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Government Unites Sector in Opposition to Sewell Report

Sector leaders have united to call on the Prime Minister to reject the findings of the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities Report.  Runnymede has led the criticism but notable blows to the report’s credibility also came from the BMJ and Professor Michael Marmot (here and here).  Condemnation is so widespread it is only possible to pick a few examples:  NAVCA, David Olusoga, London Funders etc
You can read the complete report here. Full story in Civil Society.

Build Back Fairer: The COVID-19 Marmot Review

As the UK emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic ‘Build Back Better’ has become the mantra. Important, but we need to Build Back Fairer. The levels of social, environmental and economic inequality in society are damaging health and wellbeing.  Find out more here.

Community Leisure Recovery Fund

The Community Leisure Recovery Fund (CLRF) aims to support community-run leisure centres in England with £5 million of National Lottery investment to assist the reopening and recovery of their services.
It’s an open fund to cover the period from 1 April to 30 September 2021.
Closes at noon on 29 April. Full Details here.

The Inclusive Community Fund

In 2019, Camden Giving created the Inclusive Community Fund in partnership with Camden Disability Action, funded by the London Borough of Camden’s Community Impacts programme. The programme put disabled people at the heart of the funding decisions, empowering them to make informed choices on which projects to fund based on their own experiences. A new round is open.
Deadline 22nd April 2021. Full details here.

BAME Organisations Fundraising Support

A new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden with partners Ubele and All Ways Network (funded by Camden Council).  The project aims to support small BAME organisations in Camden with advice, support and networking. The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality including a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Magic Little Grants 2021

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website. Closes 31 October 2021

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

VAC AGM

20th April 5.00 – 6.30pm.  Details and booking at Eventbrite.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The Forum is taking a break in April – please consider coming to our AGM instead.  Next Forum is on Wednesday 19th May at 11am.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Winvisible Workshop

Campaigning together for independent living and to restore the rights the Coronavirus Act suspended
Wednesday 21 April 1.30pm-3pm
Disabled mums and our children – our rights to support not separation
Wednesday 19 May 1.30pm-3pm
Full details and booking at the Winvisible website.

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College will start on 19 April and run until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details here.

Self Care Session

Find out all you need to know about managing your health. Run by a Camden GP and a Camden Pharmacist. Held online. Book at Eventbrite.
Free take away digital pack, full of resources for your health and wellbeing.
Wed 28th April 12.30 – 2.30pm and Wed 26th May 12.30 – 2.30pm

Are you struggling to evaluate your work? Could UCL researchers help?

The Evaluation Exchange matches voluntary and community organisations with small teams of UCL researchers to help tackle their evaluation challenges.
• Learn more about The Evaluation Exchange and if it is for you
• Discuss your evaluation challenges and think about ways to solve them
• Meet and work collaboratively with others from the sector
Thursday 29 April 11:30am – 1pm  Register via Eventbrite
For info contact Ruth, The Evaluation Exchange r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched an exciting new Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden. The aim of the programme is to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.  Find out more.  There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Training and Reflective Practice Groups

Mind in Camden is working with community organisations across Camden to provide training and reflective practice groups to support the wellbeing, skills and knowledge of teams working the public in these particularly challenging times.
Mind can offer 12 sessions for small groups of frontline staff working in community organisations in Camden.
To find out more contact Joanna Fleck: jfleck@mindincamden.org.uk

Talk for Health Taster /Special Event ‘Trauma and Disorder: What’s Happened v What’s Wrong.’

21st April. It’s important to take care of our emotional wellbeing, just as it is to take care of our bodies. One way of doing this is to connect in a truthful and empathic way with others.
Click here to see our full list of events or for more information visit the website or contact info@talkforhealth.co.uk or call/text 02034 093201.

Race Equality Foundation Webinars

Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and children and families
Focused discussion on 13 April 2021 to work towards developing a solution to influence the Covid-recovery plans for children and families.
Register on Eventbrite. Further information  on the webpage
Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and employment
Focused discussion on 16 April 2021 to work towards influencing the Covid-recovery plans on employment to ensure they address race inequality.
Register  on Eventbrite. Further information on the webpage

Sheba – Laamiga Mentoring Programme,

Laamiga, a registered community-based charity run by women for women from migrant and minority backgrounds, is launching its new mentoring project, Sheba. The project will support women to identify their goals, overcome emotional and practical barriers in their career aspirations, and take steps towards employment, self-employment or further training.
For further information check out the flyer or contact Laaamiga’s Coordinator at info@laamiga.org or on 0208 257 7317

How to Write a Property Plan for Your Charity

Wednesday 5th May 2021
In this enjoyable webinar run by experienced surveyors and property advisers, you will learn how to write a simple, well thought out property plan to secure the future of your organisation in a Covid world. You will receive an information pack with the opportunity to obtain free follow-up expert advice.
Ethical Property Foundation and VAI.  Open to Camden groups.  Sign up here.

The Camden Safeguarding Children Partnership

Virtual safeguarding training programme for Summer Term 2021 including Engaging Fathers in Safeguarding; Understanding Early Help in Camden; Contributing to Child Protection Case Conferences; Child Exploitation and many more. Full programme here.

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

The Director – Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust

£50,000 pro rata.  P/T
HWCT is a £16mn grant making charity with its principal objects being the alleviation of poverty and the advancement of health within a specified geographical area based on Hampstead, North West London.
The retirement of the current Director provides an outstanding opportunity for an individual to help steer the future of HWCT and create a sustainable charity worthy of its origins in 1698.
Full details here. Contact: geoffberridge@aol.com Deadline: 30th April 2021

LDN London (formerly the Westminster Society) is recruiting a Fundraising and Communications Assistant

LDN London is an award winning learning disability charity with nearly 60 years experience supporting people with learning disabilities.  This is a new role to join our small fundraising team to help implement a new fundraising strategy.  £26,000 PA, full time (although can be flexible), based in W9.  Details here.

Developing KOVE’s Steering Group

Along with the rest of the country, KOVE is looking to the future – and that will mean developing our services and campaigns. To do so successfully we need to recruit additional members to our Steering Group.
KOVE advocates on behalf of older people in Kilburn and the surrounding area, taking a community partnership approach. Key to this is the participation of older people. Along with activities, our current projects include: road safety, road crossings, public seating and toilets, home care standards, personal safety, the promotion of wellbeing and involvement in community filming.
If you feel you could contribute some time to our work, and would like to know more about what would be involved, take a look at  www.kove.org.uk and for an informal chat, please contact Lynda Stuart on 07773 267505 or 020 7372 3548.

Recruiting Chair and Treasurer for Gospel Oak Action Link Youth Club (GOALYC)

GOAL operates from The Dome Youth Club off Queen’s Crescent. It offers a safe haven from the streets, where young people can have fun with friends, play sport, engage in a wide range of activities, and receive support for homework and in seeking employment.
We have operated in the area of Gospel Oak/West Kentish Town for over 20 years working in close partnership with Queen’s Crescent Community Association (QCCA) with whom we run the Dome youth club.   GOALYC raises around £100,000 annually from a variety of sources.
We especially welcome local applications so please call even for an informal chat to see if it might suit you. Deadline April 19th.
Celia on 0207 267 4006 or email celia.david@gmail.com (information) about the chair’s position
Or Dinah dinah.gallop@blueyonder.co.uk about the treasurer’s position.

WinVisible (women with visible & invisible disabilities) is looking for a

Campaign Co-ordinator — Disabled Mothers’ Rights
Based at the Crossroads Women’s Centre in Kentish Town.
£31,200 pa / 35 hours — flexible/remote working supported/job share option
3-year fixed term contract. Start 4 May 2021 or as soon after as possible.
Closing date: email to win@winvisible.org by 11.55pm on Friday 16 April 2021.
Co-ordinate a campaign championing the right of disabled mothers to support, tackling discrimination in child protection proceedings and the unwarranted separation of children and disabled mothers by the family courts.  Lived experience of disability and experience working with low-income disabled women from diverse backgrounds essential.  Application pack here.

CDA Jobs

Community Inclusion Worker at CDA
£26,000 – £29,000
Closing date: 10am on Monday 19th April 2021
Follow this link to Read more and download the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form

Educating Beyond Borders

Now recruiting for up to 5 volunteers to help us with the email admin for the IWD online awards and our upcoming Youth Summit June 2021.
We need a volunteer to help with preparing and running the IWD online awards
Find out more and apply here.
Also wanted – Youth Summit 2021 volunteers to  send out invitations to youth groups by email and follow up with telephone calls to the youth groups to confirm a representative will join us online
Register interest and more info contact EBB hello@educatingbeyondborders.com

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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Hate Crime Training

Stop Hate UK will be delivering hate crime awareness training on Thursday 13th May 10am-11.30am. The aim of the event is to increase awareness of hate crime and ways we can tackle the issue in Camden, including use of the Stop Hate UK helpline. For more info or to book on a session, email: learning@camden.gov.uk

Self Care Session

Find out all you need to know about managing your health. Run by a Camden GP and a Camden Pharmacist. Held online. Book at Eventbrite.
Free take away digital pack, full of resources for your health and wellbeing.
Wed 28th April 12.30 – 2.30pm and Wed 29th May 12.30 – 2.30pm

Are you struggling to evaluate your work? Could UCL researchers help?

The Evaluation Exchange matches voluntary and community organisations with small teams of UCL researchers to help tackle their evaluation challenges.
• Learn more about The Evaluation Exchange and if it is for you
• Discuss your evaluation challenges and think about ways to solve them
• Meet and work collaboratively with others from the sector
Thursday 29 April 11:30am – 1pm  Register via Eventbrite
For info contact Ruth, The Evaluation Exchange r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched an exciting new Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden. The aim of the programme is to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.  Find out more.  There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Kilburn Community Conversation

Coming out of lockdown. 6.30-8pm | Thursday 8 April | Zoom
Hosted by the South Hampstead and Kilburn Community Partnership
Join to find out more about testing, vaccines and keeping yourself, your loved ones, friends, neighbours and community safe and well
Register here  Alternatively, email info@shakonline.co.uk

Newsletters

Camden Green Gym
Small Green Shoots
UCL Student Volunteer Partners
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Census Day was Sunday 21 March.

But don’t worry, there is still time to complete your questionnaire. You can request a paper questionnaire and return via post if you prefer.  Call 0800 141 2021.  Support is also available at Kilburn and 5SP
libraries, also at N1C Centre
If you have any questions please contact the Census Engagement Managers:
Julie Clifford on 07452 938090 julia.clifford43@field.census.gov.uk
Buki Awo on 07452 935015 olubukola.awo-onidania32@census.gov.uk

The Inclusive Community Fund

In 2019, Camden Giving created the Inclusive Community Fund in partnership with Camden Disability Action, funded by the London Borough of Camden’s Community Impacts programme. The programme put disabled people at the heart of the funding decisions, empowering them to make informed choices on which projects to fund based on their own experiences. A new round is open.
Deadline 22nd April 2021. Full details here.

BAME Organisations Fundraising Support

A new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden with partners Ubele and All Ways Network (funded by Camden Council).  The project aims to support small BAME organisations in Camden with advice, support and networking. The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality including a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Magic Little Grants 2021

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website. Closes 31 October 2021

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

VAC AGM

20th April 5.00 – 6.30pm.  Details and booking at Eventbrite.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The recording, links, presentations and delegate list from the Wed 24th March Forum is here 

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Winvisible Workshop

Campaigning together for independent living and to restore the rights the Coronavirus Act suspended
Wednesday 21 April 1.30pm-3pm
Disabled mums and our children – our rights to support not separation
Wednesday 19 May 1.30pm-3pm
Full details and booking at the Winvisible website.

Training and Reflective Practice Groups

Mind in Camden is working with community organisations across Camden to provide training and reflective practice groups to support the wellbeing, skills and knowledge of teams working the public in these particularly challenging times.
We can offer 12 sessions for small groups of frontline staff working in community organisations in Camden.
To find out more contact Joanna Fleck: jfleck@mindincamden.org.uk

Talk for Health Taster /Special Event ‘Trauma and Disorder: What’s Happened v What’s Wrong.’

21st April. It’s important to take care of our emotional wellbeing, just as it is to take care of our bodies. One way of doing this is to connect in a truthful and empathic way with others.
Click here to see our full list of events or for more information visit the website or contact info@talkforhealth.co.uk or call/text 02034 093201.

Race Equality Foundation Webinars

Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and children and families
Focused discussion on 13 April 2021 to work towards developing a solution to influence the Covid-recovery plans for children and families.
Register on Eventbrite. Further information  on the webpage
Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and employment
Focused discussion on 16 April 2021 to work towards influencing the Covid-recovery plans on employment to ensure they address race inequality.
Register  on Eventbrite. Further information on the webpage

Sheba – Laamiga Mentoring Programme,

Laamiga, a registered community-based charity run by women for women from migrant and minority backgrounds, is launching its new mentoring project, Sheba. The project will support women to identify their goals, overcome emotional and practical barriers in their career aspirations, and take steps towards employment, self-employment or further training.
For further information about Sheba and how you can refer potential beneficiaries, please check out the flyer and don’t hesitate to get in touch with Laaamiga’s Coordinator at info@laamiga.org or on 0208 257 7317

How to Write a Property Plan for Your Charity

Wednesday 5th May 2021
In this enjoyable webinar run by experienced surveyors and property advisers, you will learn how to write a simple, well thought out property plan to secure the future of your organisation in a Covid world. You will receive an information pack with the opportunity to obtain free follow-up expert advice.
Ethical Property Foundation and VAI.  Open to Camden groups.  Sign up here.

The Camden Safeguarding Children Partnership

Virtual safeguarding training programme for Summer Term 2021 including Engaging Fathers in Safeguarding; Understanding Early Help in Camden; Contributing to Child Protection Case Conferences; Child Exploitation and many more. Full programme here.

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

The Director – Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust

£50,000 pro rata.  P/T
HWCT is a £16mn grant making charity with its principal objects being the alleviation of poverty and the advancement of health within a specified geographical area based on Hampstead, North West London.
The retirement of the current Director provides an outstanding opportunity for an individual to help steer the future of HWCT and create a sustainable charity worthy of its origins in 1698.
Full details here. Contact: geoffberridge@aol.com Deadline: 30th April 2021

WinVisible (women with visible & invisible disabilities) is looking for a

Campaign Co-ordinator — Disabled Mothers’ Rights
Based at the Crossroads Women’s Centre in Kentish Town.
£31,200 per year / 35 hours — flexible/remote working supported/job share option
3-year fixed term contract. Start 4 May 2021 or as soon after as possible.
Closing date for applications: email to win@winvisible.org by 11.55pm on Friday 16 April 2021.
Co-ordinate a campaign championing the right of disabled mothers to support, tackling discrimination in child protection proceedings and the unwarranted separation of children and disabled mothers by the family courts.  Lived experience of disability and experience working with low-income disabled women from diverse backgrounds essential.  Application pack here.

CDA Jobs

Community Inclusion Worker at CDA
£26,000 – £29,000
Closing date: 10am on Monday 19th April 2021
Follow this link to Read more and download the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form

Director of Individual Placement and Support and Employment Services

£42602  – London N7
Hillside Clubhouse is a dynamic resource for people with mental health problems that makes social inclusion and participation in everyday life a reality. Getting a paid job, having a social life and going to college are the norm for many of our members. We now seek a senior member of staff to develop our employment services further.
Our diversity is our strength –  and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  You can apply via www.charityjob.co.uk  Deadline: Monday 12 April.

Women + Health Clinical Lead – Maternity Cover

£32,640 pro rata for 3 days/ 21 hours a week £19,584 per annum. Open to job share.
Our small health charity in Camden Town, London has an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Clinical Lead to join our talking therapies service on a maternity cover basis.
The successful candidate will have significant experience of co-ordinating or managing a counselling project, supporting trainee counsellors, working with external stakeholders such as the NHS, and measuring clinical outcomes.  Closing Date 6th April.  Full details and apply here.

Global Generation are Recruiting

Two jobs and volunteering vacancies and how to apply at the Global Generation website.

LAWRS seeks Community Organising Officer

Seeking a committed and motivated Latin American woman to join the team.
Job description, application and equal opportunities forms at CharityJobs
Deadline: Sunday 11th of April.

Educating Beyond Borders

Now recruiting for up to 5 volunteers to help us with the email admin for the IWD online awards and our upcoming Youth Summit June 2021.
We need a volunteer to help with preparing and running the IWD online awards
Find out more and apply here.
Also wanted – Youth Summit 2021 volunteers to  send out invitations to youth groups by email and follow up with telephone calls to the youth groups to confirm a representative will join us online
Register interest and more info contact EBB hello@educatingbeyondborders.com

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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VAC AGM

The VAC AGM is on Tuesday 20th April 5.00 – 6.30pm on zoom.  There will be speakers, discussion, a chance to meet other members and share plans.  Contact Ricky rsingh@vac.org.uk to attend.

Camden Works

Practical help with all aspects of employment for people with a learning disability and/or autism
If you have a learning disability and/ or autism and live in the London Borough of Camden and you are looking for work, get in touch.
Laura Murphy,   T: 07814 875 544 E: Laura.murphy@unityworks.org.uk

Training and Reflective Practice Groups

Mind in Camden is working with community organisations across Camden to provide training and reflective practice groups to support the wellbeing, skills and knowledge of teams working the public in these particularly challenging times.
We can offer 12 sessions for small groups of frontline staff working in community organisations in Camden.
To find out more contact Joanna Fleck: jfleck@mindincamden.org.uk

Government launches call for evidence to improve health and wellbeing of women in England

Women are being encouraged to share their experiences of the health and care system via a call for evidence aimed at improving healthcare for women.
the government is launching a 12-week call for evidence to better understand women’s experiences of the health and care system
All women are urged to share their experiences to form the basis of a new Women’s Health Strategy.  Full details here.

Race Equality Foundation Webinars

Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and children and families
How will the inequality that has been experienced by so many, especially black and minority ethnic communities, be addressed?
Focused discussion on 13 April 2021 to work towards developing a solution to influence the Covid-recovery plans for children and families.
Register on Eventbrite. Further information  on the webpage
Racial inequity in Covid-19 recovery and employment
How will the inequality that has been experienced by so many, especially black and minority ethnic communities, be addressed?
Focused discussion on 16 April 2021 to work towards influencing the Covid-recovery plans on employment to ensure they address race inequality.
Register  on Eventbrite. Further information on the webpage

Are you struggling to evaluate your work? Could UCL researchers help?

The Evaluation Exchange matches voluntary and community organisations with small teams of UCL researchers to help tackle their evaluation challenges.
Join our event The Evaluation Exchange: Connecting ‘know how’ to the ‘how to’, to:
• Learn more about The Evaluation Exchange and if it is for you
• Discuss your evaluation challenges and think about ways to solve them
• Meet and work collaboratively with others from the sector
Thursday 29 April 11:30am – 1pm  Register via Eventbrite
For info contact Ruth, The Evaluation Exchange r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

All Ways Network – Find a Funder

All Ways Network in partnership with Charity Excellence bring you a 45 minute webinar to on how to search the portal for the right funder for you.
~ Looking for a funder to support your organisational needs?
~ Not sure where to begin and want assistance to where to start?
~ Is your organisation working with the Muslim community living in the UK?
Full details and sign up at Eventbrite

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched an exciting new Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden. The aim of the programme is to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.  Find out more.  There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Camden early help friends workshop (online)

Tuesday, 30th March 2021, 13:30 – 15:00, (MS Teams)
If you want to understand what family early help is and how Camden’s early help service works please book on this online workshop by emailing learning@camden.gov.uk
The workshop will be delivered by Becca Dove, Head of Family Support and Complex Families. It will cover who family early help is for, what it does, how to get it, and the role we all play in helping families to get the help they need as early as possible.

Talk about your experiences after leaving Hospital

Tell CDA about your experiences, and your ideas for how things could be better for people using hospitals in the future. Did you have any support in hospital, or after you left, either through the NHS or social services? Did you have any choice over what that support you might get? Were any of your pre-existing medical conditions taken into account? We would like to hear from Disabled Camden residents who have had some experience of hospital treatment, either before or since the COVID pandemic.
Thursday 29th of April from 2.30-4pm on Zoom.
Email leadership@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk to attend.

Sheba – Laamiga Mentoring Programme,

Laamiga, a registered community-based charity run by women for women from migrant and minority backgrounds, is launching its new mentoring project, Sheba. The project will support women to identify their goals, overcome emotional and practical barriers in their career aspirations, and take steps towards employment, self-employment or further training.
For further information about Sheba and how you can refer potential beneficiaries, please check out the flyer and don’t hesitate to get in touch with Laaamiga’s Coordinator at info@laamiga.org or on 0208 257 7317

Kilburn Community Conversation

Coming out of lockdown. 6.30-8pm | Thursday 8 April | Zoom
Hosted by the South Hampstead and Kilburn Community Partnership
Join to find out more about testing, vaccines and keeping yourself, your loved ones, friends, neighbours and community safe and well
Register here https://forms.gle/BYpC7k1vmFcKSq1E7  Alternatively, please email info@shakonline.co.uk

Newsletters

UCL Student Volunteer Partners
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Community journalism project giving disabled people in Camden a voice

Camden Disability Action (CDA), based in Kentish Town, has been busy over the last several months of the pandemic, working with an organisation more used to tackling slavery in Togo and climate change in Bangladesh than street access or employment rights for disabled people in north London.
Working in partnership with On Our Radar, CDA has launched a community journalism project to capture disabled people’s stories as they play out on the streets, homes and offices of Camden. More at the Ham and High.

Catherine Capaldi Awards – Awards ceremony

Online via Zoom on Tuesday 30 March 5pm to 6pm
Do come and join us in this celebration of the achievements of disabled people and of Catherine’s memory – to register for this event, please email catherine@elfridacamden.org.uk

The Inclusive Community Fund Launching on 1st April

In 2019, Camden Giving created the Inclusive Community Fund in partnership with Camden Disability Action, funded by the London Borough of Camden’s Community Impacts programme. The programme put disabled people at the heart of the funding decisions, empowering them to make informed choices on which projects to fund based on their own experiences.
The call for applications to the Inclusive Community Fund launches on the 1st April with a deadline of the 22nd April 2021. Full details here.

BAME Organisations Fundraising Support

A new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden with partners Ubele and All Ways Network (funded by Camden Council).  The project aims to support small BAME organisations in Camden with advice, support and networking. The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality including a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk (see Feature article today above)

Julia & Hans Rausing Trust – Youth Centre Recovery Fund

Grants are available to registered charities in England who are running youth centres, to help them survive and recover from the impact of COVID-19.
Request the amount needed to cover eligible costs for the period 1 April to 30 September 2021, where this is not met by other confirmed funding. The grant amount will be determined by how well the assessment criteria have been met and the relative financial need across successful applications. Details here.
Deadline for applications is 31 March 2021 (4pm).  admin@jhrtrust.com

Return of Grassroots Football in England

A national fund is providing support to Clubs and community organisations who deliver football activity to restart or create new activity following the period of COVID-19 restrictions. Details here.
£500 – £2500. Deadline for applications is 28 March 2021. Email: returntofootball@footballfoundation.org.uk

Black Community Commitment London

Nike UK – in cooperation with King Baudouin Foundation – is launching the Black Community Commitment London. The Black Community Commitment London will provide support to those organisations that are dedicated to creating lasting change for the Black community in London.
Grants from £5,000 to £20,000 are available for non-profit organisations.  Find out more at the King Baudouin Foundation website.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Fund for small local charities

Small and local charities helping people overcome complex social issues can now apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 from Lloyds Bank Foundation. At least 25% of all funding this year will be allocated to charities led by and for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, building on the Foundation’s commitment to racial equity as outlined in its strategy.
visit the website for further information on the 2021 funding round. A Q&A webinar with the members of the grants team will be held on 30th March between 2pm – 3.30pm. Register for the webinar here.

Magic Little Grants 2021

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The recording, links, presentations and delegate list from the Wed 24th March Forum is here 

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Winvisible Workshop

Campaigning together for independent living and to restore the rights the Coronavirus Act suspended
Wednesday 21 April 1.30pm-3pm
Disabled mums and our children – our rights to support not separation
Wednesday 19 May 1.30pm-3pm
Full details and booking at the Winvisible website.

Culturally Competent Practice

Wednesday 31st March, 13:30-14:30
Webinar focusing on the topic of cultural competence in social prescribing practice. Hear more about what cultural competence is and why it is crucial for social prescribing link workers to adapt their practice to meet diverse social, cultural and linguistic needs. This webinar is suitable for all link workers.
Please register to attend here.

How to Write a Property Plan for Your Charity

Wednesday 5th May 2021
In this enjoyable webinar run by experienced surveyors and property advisers, you will learn how to write a simple, well thought out property plan to secure the future of your organisation in a Covid world. You will receive an information pack with the opportunity to obtain free follow-up expert advice.
Ethical Property Foundation and VAI.  Open to Camden groups.  Sign up here.

The Camden Safeguarding Children Partnership

Virtual safeguarding training programme for Summer Term 2021 including Engaging Fathers in Safeguarding; Understanding Early Help in Camden; Contributing to Child Protection Case Conferences; Child Exploitation and many more. Full programme here.

Understanding Islamophobia and Antisemitism Training

(with particular reference to Israel and Palestine)
30th March 10.30 – 12pm – Zoom Register in advance for this meeting:
The Israel Palestine conflict and the strong feelings it arouses, is a major driver in Islamophobia and Antisemitism. Sadly we see many incidents of this, in our borough. We also know that some extremists groups try to divide us by encouraging thinking which targets Muslims and Jews. If we have a better understanding of these issues we can be part of the solution. This session is funded through Prevent.
Join Solutions Not Sides’ Executive Director, Sharon Booth, for a special training session for Camden staff, schools and community groups working with children. The session will cover:
Solutions Not Sides is a Camden based organisation who have been has been operating educational workshops on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the UK for over 10 years, providing young people and communities with humanising encounters and critical-thinking skills. They are specialists in addressing Antisemitism and Islamophobia in relation to Israel-Palestine and educating on diverse narratives.
Contact Jane.Murphy@Camden.Gov.UK for more info.

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Henna is recruiting trustees.

Henna Asian Women’s Group is looking for people to fill the following vacancies on the committee:
Chair person and Member of trustees with HR, law and finance background/knowledge.
The deadline to apply is 31st of March 2021.
For further information please put contact Momota Khatoon Momota@hennaorg.co.uk Tel: 07538127988.

The Director – Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust

£50,000 pro rata.  P/T
HWCT is a £16mn grant making charity with its principal objects being the alleviation of poverty and the advancement of health within a specified geographical area based on Hampstead, North West London.
The retirement of the current Director provides an outstanding opportunity for an individual to help steer the future of HWCT and create a sustainable charity worthy of its origins in 1698.
Full details here. Contact: geoffberridge@aol.com Deadline: 30th April 2021

It’s not too late to apply to become a Trustee at CDA

The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

Director of Individual Placement and Support and Employment Services

£42602  – London N7
Hillside Clubhouse is a dynamic resource for people with mental health problems that makes social inclusion and participation in everyday life a reality. Getting a paid job, having a social life and going to college are the norm for many of our members. We now seek a senior member of staff to develop our employment services further.
Our diversity is our strength –  and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  You can apply via www.charityjob.co.uk  Deadline: Monday 12 April.

Women + Health Clinical Lead – Maternity Cover

£32,640 pro rata for 3 days/ 21 hours a week £19,584 per annum. Open to job share.
Our small health charity in Camden Town, London has an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Clinical Lead to join our talking therapies service on a maternity cover basis.
The successful candidate will have significant experience of co-ordinating or managing a counselling project, supporting trainee counsellors, working with external stakeholders such as the NHS, and measuring clinical outcomes.  Closing Date 6th April.  Full details and apply here.

Global Generation are Recruiting

Two jobs and volunteering vacancies and how to apply at the Global Generation website.

LAWRS seeks Community Organising Officer

Seeking a committed and motivated Latin American woman to join the team.
Job description, application and equal opportunities forms at CharityJobs
Deadline: Sunday 11th of April.

Educating Beyond Borders

Now recruiting for up to 5 volunteers to help us with the email admin for the IWD online awards and our upcoming Youth Summit June 2021.
We need a volunteer to help with preparing and running the IWD online awards
Find out more and apply here.
Also wanted – Youth Summit 2021 volunteers to  send out invitations to youth groups by email and follow up with telephone calls to the youth groups to confirm a representative will join us online
Register interest and more info contact EBB hello@educatingbeyondborders.com

Two Leighton College Jobs

Interim Course Leader – Leighton College
Elfrida Rathbone Camden is seeking to appoint an interim Course Leader to work with learners attending their OFSTED registered Leighton College, an FE provision for 20 young people with a learning disability aged 16-25 years of age. The Course Leader will support the Education Manager in the planning, delivery and co-ordination of their Personal Development and Employability programmes. The postholder will also be the first port of call for Leighton College staff regarding student issues including behaviour, attendance, health and safety and safeguarding.
Leighton College Mathematics Tutor Maternity Cover: April – September 2021
The tutor will be responsible for delivering Mathematics sessions to 16-25-year-olds with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The course focus is on independent living skills to bridge the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
To apply please complete the forms available on the website  and return to info@elfridacamden.org.uk with the subject title Mathematics Tutor
For any questions about the role please contact Samantha Childs, Education and Participation Manager on 07917 193885 – samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk   Closing date: interviews on a rolling basis.

Befriending Scheme Assistant

Abbey Community Centre is recruiting a new part time befriending scheme assistant. 10 hours per week with extra 2-3 hours one Saturday per month. Actual gross salary:  £7,887 (£23,000 gross f.t.e). Application deadline: 10am Wednesday 31st March 2021. Details at Charity Jobs.

CDA are recruiting 6 new Disabled trustees to join the CDA Board.

CDA Trustees help shape the work and plan for our future. CDA is run by Disabled for Disabled people and it is essential that at least 75% of the Board is made up of Disabled people.
CDA are particularly keen to get more Disabled Women on our Board and more Disabled people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
When we say Disabled people, we mean the full spectrum of health, impairment, and difference. This includes people with mental illness, those with learning difficulties, people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, including those who experience Disability through the effects of ageing.  It is important to stress that we welcome those who are D/deaf and people on the autistic spectrum or anyone else who may not identify as a Disabled person.
The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Social Prescribing Day 2021

Thursday 18th was #SocialPrescribingDay and VAC shared some stories and infographics about the Care Navigation and Social Prescribing work that happens in Camden involving the local VCS.  View the story here.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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Social Prescribing Day 2021

Thursday was #SocialPrescribingDay and VAC shared some stories and infographics about the Care Navigation and Social Prescribing work that happens in Camden involving the local VCS.  View the story here.

VAC AGM

Hold the date – the VAC AGM is on Tuesday 20th April 5-7pm.  Full details coming soon.

Catherine Capaldi Awards – Awards ceremony

Online via Zoom on Tuesday 30 March 5pm to 6pm
Do come and join us in this celebration of the achievements of disabled people and of Catherine’s memory – to register for this event, please email catherine@elfridacamden.org.uk

Would you like to support Camden’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme?

In partnership with the Camden Council, YCF is expanding its Holiday Hunger programme in 2021. We are looking for Camden-based organisations to help provide food provisions and/or deliver youth activities during Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays. Please let us know if your organisation has the capacity to run cooking sessions, cook onsite meals or provide food delivers in Camden. In addition, Holiday Hubs are looking to partner with other local charities to provide sport sessions, host activity workshops, run holiday camps, offers for day outs or trips and more. To learn more or express an interest in collaborating with HAF delivery partners, please email info@youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk.

Census Day is 21st March

The Camden Census Engagement Managers welcome the opportunity to explain the 2021 Census in more detail and discuss how to work together to support your networks in order to enhance positive participation.  Get can help with completion and/or train colleagues in how to complete the Census. They also provide many resources to help with completion including translated materials, language support, BSL, easy read version, large print, braille and Text Relay Services via the website or free phone.  Find out more here.
julia.clifford43@field.census.gov.uk
Call free on 0800 141 2021 for Help with the Census
Use the Text Relay Service on (18001) 0800 141 2021
Phone the free language helpline on 0800 587 2021
Also Large Print,  Braille,.British Sign Language
Census Support Centres available at Kilburn Library, NIC, and 5SP

Community Food Offer

Are you a VCS organisation providing a food provision to the local community? Or are you connected to a hostel housing homeless people?
Lifeafterhummus Community Benefit Society are now collecting food surplus from 45+ stores a week in Camden.
We often have extra bread (1 day past the best before date) / fresh bread (baguettes, sourdough, loaves) and pastries to share.
(Sometimes fruit and vegetables and sometimes ambient too that we can add in.) We can arrange for our volunteers to bring the supplies to you once a week Thursday thru to Sunday from 2.30pm till about 6pm.
This can be 1-4 crates.
If this is of interest please email Farrah on farrah@lifeafterhummus.com We have capacity to take on 4 more VCS.
Currently we are working with 4 hostels and 2 organisations that prepare food.
You can find out more at: www.lifeafterhummus.com

Camden Food Poverty Alliance Wed 24th March 1pm.

This summit will focus on ‘Food Poverty and COVID-19 – where next on the journey to recovery?’, and include presentations from Dame Louise Casey, former government adviser and food poverty activist; Hannah Style, Founder of Feast With Us; and Sadia Farah, Director of First Steps Action.
At this meeting we will:
• Discuss the Camden Food Poverty Action Plan which the Alliance has co-developed;
• Hear from Camden VCS organisations progressing food poverty activities, particularly through a partnership approach;
• Explore through a workshop session:
– next steps for a sustainable approach to crisis food needs
– addressing the root causes of food poverty – current activity and opportunities.
You can register to attend here or contact Lana Simpson (lana.simpson@islington.gov.uk) if you have  questions.

CDA Leadership Programme 2021

CDA is looking for new people to join the Leadership Programme, A local disability charity is recruiting Disabled Camden residents to a Leadership Programme, where they will develop leadership skills and effect meaningful change.
To apply, please contact Anna Storm at leadership@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk   07908 747 007 Deadline 25 March.

Newsletters

UCL Student Volunteer Partners
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

The NHS’s role in tackling poverty

Useful Kings Fund paper. Skip to page 32 onwards for VCS role – what is being done and what still needs doing.

Facts Don’t Lie – One Working Class: Race, Class and Inequalities

In this time of pandemic, inequality in all its forms is a growing threat.  This report from Runnymede makes a valuable contribution.

A Partnership in Peril?

Health charities and the NHS in a pandemic.  Report from the LSE.

The Missing Sector

According to this article three parts of the economy which the Government had seen fit to craft significant emergency packages for at the start of 2020 were missing in the budget: trains, buses and charities.

BAME Organisations Fundraising Support

A new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden with partners Ubele and All Ways Network (funded by Camden Council).  The project aims to support small BAME organisations in Camden with advice, support and networking. The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality including a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Julia & Hans Rausing Trust – Youth Centre Recovery Fund

Grants are available to registered charities in England who are running youth centres, to help them survive and recover from the impact of COVID-19.
Request the amount needed to cover eligible costs for the period 1 April to 30 September 2021, where this is not met by other confirmed funding. The grant amount will be determined by how well the assessment criteria have been met and the relative financial need across successful applications. Details here.
Deadline for applications is 31 March 2021 (4pm).  admin@jhrtrust.com

Return of Grassroots Football in England

A national fund is providing support to Clubs and community organisations who deliver football activity to restart or create new activity following the period of COVID-19 restrictions. Details here.
£500 – £2500. Deadline for applications is 28 March 2021. Email: returntofootball@footballfoundation.org.uk

Black Community Commitment London

Nike UK – in cooperation with King Baudouin Foundation – is launching the Black Community Commitment London. The Black Community Commitment London will provide support to those organisations that are dedicated to creating lasting change for the Black community in London.
Grants from £5,000 to £20,000 are available for non-profit organisations.  Find out more at the King Baudouin Foundation website.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Fund for small local charities

Small and local charities helping people overcome complex social issues can now apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 from Lloyds Bank Foundation. At least 25% of all funding this year will be allocated to charities led by and for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, building on the Foundation’s commitment to racial equity as outlined in its strategy.
visit the website for further information on the 2021 funding round. A Q&A webinar with the members of the grants team will be held on 30th March between 2pm – 3.30pm. Register for the webinar here.

Magic Little Grants 2021

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The presentation from the Wed 24th Feb Forum is here – with recording and delegate list here.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th March. Info and booking here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Winvisible Workshop

Campaigning together for independent living and to restore the rights the Coronavirus Act suspended
Wednesday 21 April 1.30pm-3pm
Disabled mums and our children – our rights to support not separation
Wednesday 19 May 1.30pm-3pm
Full details and booking at the Winvisible website.

The Camden Safeguarding Children Partnership

Virtual safeguarding training programme for Summer Term 2021 including Engaging Fathers in Safeguarding; Understanding Early Help in Camden; Contributing to Child Protection Case Conferences; Child Exploitation and many more. Full programme here.

Understanding Islamophobia and Antisemitism Training

(with particular reference to Israel and Palestine)
30th March 10.30 – 12pm – Zoom Register in advance for this meeting:
The Israel Palestine conflict and the strong feelings it arouses, is a major driver in Islamophobia and Antisemitism. Sadly we see many incidents of this, in our borough. We also know that some extremists groups try to divide us by encouraging thinking which targets Muslims and Jews. If we have a better understanding of these issues we can be part of the solution. This session is funded through Prevent.
Join Solutions Not Sides’ Executive Director, Sharon Booth, for a special training session for Camden staff, schools and community groups working with children. The session will cover:
Solutions Not Sides is a Camden based organisation who have been has been operating educational workshops on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the UK for over 10 years, providing young people and communities with humanising encounters and critical-thinking skills. They are specialists in addressing Antisemitism and Islamophobia in relation to Israel-Palestine and educating on diverse narratives.
Contact Jane.Murphy@Camden.Gov.UK for more info.

Giving Insights: Session 3 with Impact Hub

24 March 2021 – 1:00pm
Regent’s Place and Camden Giving are partnering with local businesses, organisations and individuals for a series of free training sessions.
In this session you’ll learn how to define your social or environmental goals and then identify and reach out to suitable partners to achieve them. Book here.

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
The training will provide tips and do’s and don’ts to guide conversations. Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Henna is recruiting trustees.

Henna Asian Women’s Group is looking for people to fill the following vacancies on the committee:
Chair person and Member of trustees with HR, law and finance background/knowledge.
The deadline to apply is 31st of March 2021.
For further information please put contact Momota Khatoon Momota@hennaorg.co.uk Tel: 07538127988.

Educating Beyond Borders

Now recruiting for up to 5 volunteers to help us with the email admin for the IWD online awards and our upcoming Youth Summit June 2021.
We need a volunteer to help:
IWD online awards
Send out thank you letters by email
prepare a short brochure for our IWD awards
prepare a post event report
Find out more and apply here.

Two Leighton College Jobs

Interim Course Leader – Leighton College
Elfrida Rathbone Camden is seeking to appoint an interim Course Leader to work with learners attending their OFSTED registered Leighton College, an FE provision for 20 young people with a learning disability aged 16-25 years of age. The Course Leader will support the Education Manager in the planning, delivery and co-ordination of their Personal Development and Employability programmes. The postholder will also be the first port of call for Leighton College staff regarding student issues including behaviour, attendance, health and safety and safeguarding.
Leighton College Mathematics Tutor Maternity Cover: April – September 2021
The tutor will be responsible for delivering Mathematics sessions to 16-25-year-olds with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The course focus is on independent living skills to bridge the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
To apply please complete the forms available on the website  and return to info@elfridacamden.org.uk with the subject title Mathematics Tutor
For any questions about the role please contact Samantha Childs, Education and Participation Manager on 07917 193885 – samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk   Closing date: interviews on a rolling basis.

Befriending Scheme Assistant

Abbey Community Centre is recruiting a new part time befriending scheme assistant. 10 hours per week with extra 2-3 hours one Saturday per month. Actual gross salary:  £7,887 (£23,000 gross f.t.e). Application deadline: 10am Wednesday 31st March 2021. Details at Charity Jobs.

CDA are recruiting 6 new Disabled trustees to join the CDA Board.

CDA Trustees help shape the work and plan for our future. CDA is run by Disabled for Disabled people and it is essential that at least 75% of the Board is made up of Disabled people.
CDA are particularly keen to get more Disabled Women on our Board and more Disabled people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
When we say Disabled people, we mean the full spectrum of health, impairment, and difference. This includes people with mental illness, those with learning difficulties, people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, including those who experience Disability through the effects of ageing.  It is important to stress that we welcome those who are D/deaf and people on the autistic spectrum or anyone else who may not identify as a Disabled person.
The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks treasurer

KOVE, a longstanding local community action group for older people based in Kilburn and West Hampstead, is looking for a treasurer. This voluntary role will not require bookkeeping, but some involvement in planning the annual budget with the Chair and Administrator, plus some routine financial tasks and reporting to five Steering Group meetings per year. Experience of working or volunteering in finance or budget management would be helpful. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, please ask them to contact Peter Lush for a chat on 07973 845 285.

Could you share your digital skills with a disabled person in Camden?

Camden Disability Action is looking for people to join us as Digital Coaches. This means you would work one to one with a disabled person, finding out the sorts of online things they might like to do and helping them to get started on doing them – from shopping to job hunting to gaming to zooming their grandchildren.
Being online is more important in our lives than ever – by sharing what you know about using online services you can help unlock a world of online opportunity for someone.
If you could spare a few hours a week contact CDA.
For more information follow this link to the Volunteer at CDA Page

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Census Job opportunities

The next census is in 2021 and the Office of National Statistics is hiring for new local Census jobs, with applications invited for exciting new temporary roles at all levels.  The VCS also has an important role in the census.
All the current openings, application information and FAQs are on censusjobs.co.uk
For more information about the 2021 Census and local communities click here.

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Telling Your Covid Stories

How do we tell the story of the sector’s responded to the pandemic?  VAC are collecting your stories about how you responded.  The responses will be used to tell the story of how vital the sector is in supporting Camden through these challenging times.  You can click here https://www.tfaforms.com/4863725 to put your story in writing or contact Len Lauk (llauk@vac.org.uk) if you would prefer to be interviewed.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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More Community Events about the COVID-19 Vaccine

The Zimbabwean Catholic Chaplaincy is hosting a webinar this Saturday (13 March). It will feature a panel of Zimbabwean professional medics who will encourage vaccination and answer questions. For more details email zimbabweanchaplaincy@rcdow.org.uk
The Chinese Catholic chaplain has also recorded a message.  http://bit.ly/3e8fQ9y

Calling all Faith Leaders

Healthwatch Camden, on behalf of North London Partners in Health and Care, are holding a short consultation with local faith leaders to discuss using religion data in our measurement of take up of the COVID-19 vaccine. This information is self-reported to NHS organisations and would be used in an anonymous way. We would like to improve our support to any communities which are less likely to receive the vaccine, including religious communities. We would like to hear what local faith leaders think about this topic.
If you have any questions, or are interested and available to participate virtually in a 30 minute interview between 8th and 15th March, please email Anna.walsh@healthwatchcamden.co.uk

Voluntary Action Forum, 24th March

The next Voluntary Action Forum is Wednesday 24th March at 11am. At the forum we will:
Get an update on Lottery Funding from Nicholas Timms, NLCB Officer with responsibility of Camden and Barnet.
Hearing details of an NCL project to research gaps in social prescribing provision in Camden and the other NCL boroughs.
Information about a new project with UCL Evaluation Exchange to help Camden organisations with evaluation challenges.
Getting updates on the new fundraising support initiative to support BAME organisations in Camden  (in partnership with specialist networks Ubele and All Ways Network)  as well as the new Health Inequalities Network.
Details and booking at Eventbrite.

YCF Build Up Fund: Youth Crime Prevention Training and Organisational Development – Deadline Extended

£500 – £3,000  New Deadline: 16 March 2021
Young Camden Foundation in partnership with Camden Council are pleased to announce round two of the Build Up Fund, this fund aims to support local children and youth organisations to access comprehensive and appropriate training in three distinct areas:
1) Youth crime prevention,
2) Collaborating or sharing best practice on youth crime prevention schemes
3) Organisational sustainability.
More information can be found here

Women’s History Month – A Blue Plaque for Irene Barclay

A housing pioneer for #Women’sHistoryMonth Irene Barclay (OBE) deserves a Blue Plaque. Find out more about the life of the UK’s first female surveyor who changed lives and is still remembered fondly.
Fundraiser for a People’s Museum.  £12 Details at Eventbrite.

COVID-19 vaccination: a guide for older adults including ESOL

Public Health England has published guidance for older adults on the COVID-19 vaccination. This includes the types of vaccine, at-risk groups and more. Accessible in 17 languages, easy read, braille, large print & a British Sign Language video.

Newsletters

Camden Carers
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Unequal impact? Coronavirus and BAME people

This report is from the House of Commons’ Women and Equalities Committee. It explores pre-existing inequalities experienced by Black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) people across a huge range of areas, including health, employment, accessing Universal Credit, housing and the no recourse to public funds policy, and how these have been exacerbated by the pandemic.
In the report’s conclusions, the government is urged to prioritise implementing the entirety of the recommendations in the ‘Marmot Review 10 years on’, so that health inequalities are not further entrenched by the pandemic.
Read the full report by clicking here

3 Notable Articles

Inside the ‘Covid Triangle’: a catastrophe years in the making
The health of people from ethnic minority groups in England
The role of inequality in the pandemic death toll.

Small charities absorbed the shock of the crisis but need support

Small charities are distinctive and have created value for their communities throughout the pandemic – now is the time to give them the long-term support they need. Read more here.

Introducing Baobab – Moving from an idea into collective action

The Baobab Foundation is a new organisation. Led by the communities it serves, Baobab will put power and money where it needs to be – in the hands of those who know what to do with it. Decisions about Baobab will be made by its members, that includes decisions about the organisation and decisions about funding. Read more here.

New levelling up and community investments from government

The government has announced three new community investment funds as part of its commitment to ‘levelling up across the whole of the United Kingdom to ensure that no community is left behind’. These new investment programmes are:
• The UK Community Renewal Fund
• The Levelling Up Fund
• The Community Ownership Fund
Read more here

BAME Organisations Fundraising Support

A new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden with partners Ubele and All Ways Network (funded by Camden Council).  The project aims to support small BAME organisations in Camden with advice, support and networking. The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality including a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Black Community Commitment London

Nike UK – in cooperation with King Baudouin Foundation – is launching the Black Community Commitment London. The Black Community Commitment London will provide support to those organisations that are dedicated to creating lasting change for the Black community in London.
Grants from £5,000 to £20,000 are available for non-profit organisations.  Find out more at the King Baudouin Foundation website.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Fund for small local charities

Small and local charities helping people overcome complex social issues can now apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 from Lloyds Bank Foundation. At least 25% of all funding this year will be allocated to charities led by and for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, building on the Foundation’s commitment to racial equity as outlined in its strategy.
visit the website for further information on the 2021 funding round. A Q&A webinar with the members of the grants team will be held on 30th March between 2pm – 3.30pm. Register for the webinar here.

‘Partners for Health’ Grants

London Catalyst and the Hospital Saturday Fund have launched a new round of ‘Partners for Health’ for 2021. Grants of up to £10,000 are available for social action projects tackling health inequalities in London.
Grants are open to charities that have understanding and expertise to social or health care needs. and should involve joint working with a health partner.
Details of this programme, examples of previously funded projects and how to apply are via London Catalyst website www.londoncatalyst.org.uk/grants
The closing date is 5:00pm on Thursday 3rd June 2021

Magic Little Grants 2021

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website.

Camden Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food programme in the borough and in partnership with the council YCF is planning to expand the Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. Are you interested in becoming a delivery partner? View the presentation with more information about the programme and how you can be supported to become a delivery partner.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Covid-19 Emergency Fund

The fund is open for applications until 30th March 2021. The fund will provide small grants of up to £2,000 to organisations in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (see website) to support vulnerable individuals and families swiftly and effectively during the current lockdown. The Trust expects grants to be used for food, clothing, utility bills and materials for home schooling or for any other urgent need intensified by the pandemic. No application form is required and details of how to apply are on their website www.hwct.org.uk. Please contact the Trust’s Grants Officer: joanna@hwct.co.uk if you would like to discuss applying for this fund.

National Lottery Community Fund Regular Funding Programmes are Open

Applications for all three programmes are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The presentation from the Wed 24th Feb Forum is here – with recording and delegate list here.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th March. Info and booking here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

AWN Meet the Funders 2021

All Ways Network Meet the Funders for small not-for-profit orgs working across the UK with Muslim communities.  18th March 10 – 1pm.
Are you a small charity working with the Muslim community?
• Are you looking for ways to bring in more income?
• Want tips on how to submit a successful application?
• Want to know what funders look for in an application?
This is a unique chance to meet and connect with mainstream funders to discuss funding potential projects, core costs and capital needs.  Have your questions ready to speak directly to funders online and network with other charities. Full details and booking at Eventbrite.

How to Help People Struggling with Energy Bills

A webinar in partnership with Groundwork to promote the Well and Warm service to those who work with vulnerable Camden residents. The webinar aims to inform frontline staff, charities and community groups about how they can help residents in need to save money on their energy bills and get the support they require. Attendees will also learn how they can refer residents to the service which includes a free telephone consultation.  Webinar: 18th March 11.00  – 12.00  Book at Eventbrite.

Camden Climate Pledge Launch & Getting to Net Zero

Join the Camden Climate Change Alliance to learn about the Camden Climate Pledge & pathways to net zero for businesses
Join the Camden Climate Change Alliance (CCCA) for the launch of the new Camden Climate Pledge initiative and learn how taking the pledge can benefit your business. 17th March 11 – 12.15pm Details on Eventbrite

MAMA Youth Project’s Digital Media Training

Application for MAMA Youth Project’s Digital Media Training is now open. 6 weeks of full time training plus a 2-week work placement with an industry partners. Upon successfully completing the training participants will also gain 6 months of career follow up support. Travel and lunch covered for the duration.
Training Dates: 24th May – 16th July 2021.  Application deadline is Monday 19th April. Learn More: Digital Media Training (mamayouth.org.uk)
There are two informal online info sessions in March where people who are interested in the programme can meet with a member of the team:
Wednesday March 17th at 4pm
Zoom link Password –  739532

CDA Leadership Programme February 2021

CDA is looking for new people to join the Leadership Programme, where you will learn leadership skills and lead a real change.
CDA are looking for six Disabled people to join a current leader on one of the following existing change projects: Employment and transitions; Venue access; Hospital discharge.  To apply, please contact Anna Storm at leadership@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk  Tel: 07908 747 007

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)

Golden Years Programme at SPCA

Monday Golden Year’s Singers
Tuesday Mindfulness Meditation
Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday Relax with Art  goldenyears@spca.org.uk for enrolment link, once enrolled course Zoom link will be sent
Wednesday Yoga (17th, 24th)
Thursday Wellbeing at Home
Friday Chair Exercise
Friday Art History
For more information call Jane on 07754 328 295 or goldenyears@spca.org.uk
St Pancras Community Association

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
The training will provide tips and do’s and don’ts to guide conversations. Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Safeguarding adults

The Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board in partnership with the Learning & Development Service have commissioned nine half day online “Safeguarding Adults Awareness workshops” available for the Voluntary and Charity sector
17 March 2021 10.00-13.00 or 13.30-16.30
To request a place email learning@camden.gov.uk

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Henna is recruiting trustees.

Henna Asian Women’s Group is looking for people to fill the following vacancies on the committee:
Chair person and Member of trustees with HR, law and finance background/knowledge.
The deadline to apply is 31st of March 2021.
For further information please put contact Momota Khatoon Momota@hennaorg.co.uk Tel: 07538127988.

Two Leighton College Jobs

Interim Course Leader – Leighton College
Elfrida Rathbone Camden is seeking to appoint an interim Course Leader to work with learners attending their OFSTED registered Leighton College, an FE provision for 20 young people with a learning disability aged 16-25 years of age. The Course Leader will support the Education Manager in the planning, delivery and co-ordination of their Personal Development and Employability programmes. The postholder will also be the first port of call for Leighton College staff regarding student issues including behaviour, attendance, health and safety and safeguarding.
Leighton College Mathematics Tutor Maternity Cover: April – September 2021
The tutor will be responsible for delivering Mathematics sessions to 16-25-year-olds with mild to moderate learning disabilities. The course focus is on independent living skills to bridge the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
To apply please complete the forms available on the website  and return to info@elfridacamden.org.uk with the subject title Mathematics Tutor
For any questions about the role please contact Samantha Childs, Education and Participation Manager on 07917 193885 – samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk   Closing date: interviews on a rolling basis.

Lonely Not Alone

10 young volunteers aged 13 to 22 years old wanted to join the Lonely Not Alone campaign design team for 2021. Lonely Not Alone is a nationwide campaign to beat the stigma of youth loneliness.
Apply online before 9 pm on Tuesday 16 March. For under 18S, a parent will need to provide consent and our campaign partner, Effervescent, may also ask for information from a youth worker to ensure young people are kept safe. Read more.
All applicants will need to be available to take part in online creative sessions from 12 to 17 April in the first instance.
If you have any questions, please contact Co-op Foundation Comms Manager, Andy Mortimer.

Befriending Scheme Assistant

Abbey Community Centre is recruiting a new part time befriending scheme assistant. 10 hours per week with extra 2-3 hours one Saturday per month. Actual gross salary:  £7,887 (£23,000 gross f.t.e). Application deadline: 10am Wednesday 31st March 2021. Details at Charity Jobs.

ODL Jobs

Training and Policy Administrator
21 hours per week
Salary: Local Government Scale 5: £26,543 – £28,005 pa incl. LW
Closing Date: 5pm Monday 22nd March 2021
Interview Date: Friday 16th April
Training Officer
35 hours per week (Open to job-share candidates at 2.5 days pw)
Scale 6: £29,543 – £30,615 pa incl. LW
Need not be London based but London office meetings required.
Closing date: 5pm Monday 22nd March 2021
Interviews: Monday 12th April
For more information and to apply please visit the website

Age UK Camden Jobs

Care Navigator
Local Government Scale SO1SCP23 – 25 £32,298 to £33,473 pa inc LW
Fixed term contract to March 2022 plus 6% contributory pension. 35 hours pw
Closing:  Tuesday, 23rd  March (5pm)  Interview:  Wednesday, 31st March
To apply: visit the website at: Care Navigator (ageuk.org.uk)  email to jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk
Social Prescribing Link Worker – Maternity Cover
Local Government Scale: SC6 SCP 18 to SCP 20 £29,543 to £30,615 pa inc
London Weighting plus 6% contributory pension. 35 hours per week. 7 months fixed term contract
For further details and an application form visit the website Social Prescribing Link Worker – Maternity Cover (ageuk.org.uk)
Closing date: 15th March 2021 Interview date: 22nd March 2021
PSIC Payroll Officer
Personalisation Support In Camden (PSIC) is a subsidiary of Age UK Camden and is recruiting for a Payroll Officer.
Payroll Officer (Direct Payments)
Salary £33,229 35 hours per week – Permanent
To apply please visit the website: PSIC Payroll Officer (ageuk.org.uk)

CDA are recruiting 6 new Disabled trustees to join the CDA Board.

CDA Trustees help shape the work and plan for our future. CDA is run by Disabled for Disabled people and it is essential that at least 75% of the Board is made up of Disabled people.
CDA are particularly keen to get more Disabled Women on our Board and more Disabled people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
When we say Disabled people, we mean the full spectrum of health, impairment, and difference. This includes people with mental illness, those with learning difficulties, people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, including those who experience Disability through the effects of ageing.  It is important to stress that we welcome those who are D/deaf and people on the autistic spectrum or anyone else who may not identify as a Disabled person.
The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

Lifting Limits is looking for a Treasurer Trustee

Lifting Limits is a charity with a mission to challenge gender stereotyping and promote gender equality, in and through education.  We are looking for a Treasurer to join our board of trustees.  This is a voluntary role to work closely with our Chief Executive to oversee Lifting Limits’ financial affairs.  Closing date 21st March.  For full  details and to apply visit the website

Director of Clubhouse Operations

£42602 f/t – London N7
Hillside Clubhouse is a dynamic resource for people with mental health problems that makes social inclusion and participation in everyday life a reality. Getting a paid job, having a social life and going to college are the norm for many of our members. Members work alongside staff to co-produce the daily business functions of the Clubhouse and we now seek a senior member of staff to develop opportunities further.
Our diversity is our strength –  and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  You can apply via www.charityjob.co.uk  gjones@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk by 10 am on Tuesday 16 March.

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks treasurer

KOVE, a longstanding local community action group for older people based in Kilburn and West Hampstead, is looking for a treasurer. This voluntary role will not require bookkeeping, but some involvement in planning the annual budget with the Chair and Administrator, plus some routine financial tasks and reporting to five Steering Group meetings per year. Experience of working or volunteering in finance or budget management would be helpful. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, please ask them to contact Peter Lush for a chat on 07973 845 285.

Could you share your digital skills with a disabled person in Camden?

Camden Disability Action is looking for people to join us as Digital Coaches. This means you would work one to one with a disabled person, finding out the sorts of online things they might like to do and helping them to get started on doing them – from shopping to job hunting to gaming to zooming their grandchildren.
Being online is more important in our lives than ever – by sharing what you know about using online services you can help unlock a world of online opportunity for someone.
If you could spare a few hours a week contact CDA.
For more information follow this link to the Volunteer at CDA Page

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Census Job opportunities

The next census is in 2021 and the Office of National Statistics is hiring for new local Census jobs, with applications invited for exciting new temporary roles at all levels.  The VCS also has an important role in the census.
All the current openings, application information and FAQs are on censusjobs.co.uk
For more information about the 2021 Census and local communities click here.

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Telling Your Covid Stories

How do we tell the story of the sector’s responded to the pandemic?  VAC are collecting your stories about how you responded.  The responses will be used to tell the story of how vital the sector is in supporting Camden through these challenging times.  You can click here https://www.tfaforms.com/4863725 to put your story in writing or contact Len Lauk (llauk@vac.org.uk) if you would prefer to be interviewed.

Office space for rent

Refugee Therapy Centre is seeking tenants to share this spacious Grade listed former piano factory in Finsbury Park.  Details here.
Ground floor includes 6 consulting rooms, 3 large board rooms, 4 toilets, two kitchens, a large office space. £4000 PCM
First floor includes 7 rooms, a kitchenette and its own shower and W.C . £ 2291 PCM
Second floor is a converted office with an open plan layout; it includes a toilet, shower and a kitchenette. £2292 PCM
Contact details: officeadmin@refugeetherapy.org.uk   Mobile 07828049099

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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Community events about the COVID-19 vaccine

For Bulgarians – Friday 5/3 at 6pm on Zoom with webinar ID 984 5674 0595
For Turkish Speakers – Tuesday 9/3 at 6pm on Zoom with webinar ID 970 4312 8085

AWN Meet the Funders 2021

All Ways Network Meet the Funders for small not-for-profit orgs working across the UK with Muslim communities.
Are you a small charity working with the Muslim community?
• Are you looking for ways to bring in more income?
• Want tips on how to submit a successful application?
• Want to know what funders look for in an application?
This is a unique chance to meet and connect with mainstream funders to discuss funding potential projects, core costs and capital needs.  Have your questions ready to speak directly to funders online and network with other charities. Full details and booking at Eventbrite.

Ubele and UCL: Navigating Space Under Lockdown

Perspectives and Experiences of Young Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Adults
A collaborative research project between The Ubele Initiative and University College London.
The survey targeted at “BAME” 18-35 year olds across England aims to capture and shed light on young adults’ experiences of Covid-19 and related lockdown measures The Survey link will remain open until Sunday 7th March.

Community Conversation

Join the Winch’s Community Conversation on Wednesday 10th March from 4.30pm – 5.30pm, to discuss ‘How do we support our community to safely transition out of lockdown?’
This is an opportunity for us to stay connected, as we plan for what comes next. Out 3 speakers will update us on the vaccination programme and the rapid lateral flow test centre at Swiss Cottage Library.
• Wikum Jayatunga, Assistant Director, Camden and Islington Public Health
• Nicky Ezer, Camden Council
• Martin Abbas, Swiss Cottage Surgery
If you would like to attend, please email madalina@northcamdenzone.org

Healthwatch Camden Survey News

Healthwatch Camden did a survey of 90 members of the African Health Forum about the Covid Vaccine & found that many people in the Black community are more likely to get the Covid-19 vaccine if they had more information
Black ethnic groups are most likely to be hesitant about taking a Covid-19 vaccine, according to a December 2020 national report from the UK’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
Read the latest blog about these emerging findings here

WEP Showcase

Monday 8 March 2.00pm – 5.00pm, and AGM, from 5.15pm
Employability and Well-being Workshops. Book at Eventbrite

Camden Climate Pledge Launch & Getting to Net Zero

Join the Camden Climate Change Alliance to learn about the Camden Climate Pledge & pathways to net zero for businesses
Join the Camden Climate Change Alliance (CCCA) for the launch of the new Camden Climate Pledge initiative and learn how taking the pledge can benefit your business. Details on Eventbrite

Newsletters

Camden Carers
Small Green Shoots
Heath Hands
Young Camden Foundation
SHAK
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

The Budget

NAVCA’s response to the budget response is – ‘All aboard the Budget Bus‘.
The #NeverMoreNeeded coalition, which represents thousands of social change organisations and charities across the UK, has put forward a joint response to the Budget.
Key details of the budget:
~ The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (‘furlough’) has been extended to September 2021.
~ The Business Rates ‘holiday’ will continue until the end of June 2021. For the rest of the financial year, business rates will be subject to a 2/3 discount
~ There is a £5bn fund for ‘Restart Grants’, and local councils will administer the distribution of these.
~ Non-essential retail businesses will get up to £6,000 per premises  (including charity shops)
~ There is an additional £19m for domestic abuse programmes
~ £10m is being made available to provide mental health support for veterans
~ The £150 million Community Ownership Fund will help ensure that communities can buy their assets.
and for individuals
~ The temporary £20 per week uplift in universal credit has been given a six-month extension
~ People in receipt of Working Tax Credit will receive a one-off payment of £500 in April
~ The National Living Wage will increase to £8.91/hour from April (London Living Wage is £10.85)
Full budget here.

Snippets

A couple of recent blog posts by CVS directors look at some of the challenges of commissioning;  Why the sector is a jungle not a zoo and a government consultation on procurement that no one noticed.  There is an interesting piece on how the VCS and London Mayor worked together on the pandemic response. Finally, the PM is rumoured to be starting a charity.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Fund for small local charities

Small and local charities helping people overcome complex social issues can now apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 from Lloyds Bank Foundation. At least 25% of all funding this year will be allocated to charities led by and for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, building on the Foundation’s commitment to racial equity as outlined in its strategy.
visit the website for further information on the 2021 funding round. A Q&A webinar with the members of the grants team will be held on 30th March between 2pm – 3.30pm. Register for the webinar here.

‘Partners for Health’ Grants

London Catalyst and the Hospital Saturday Fund have launched a new round of ‘Partners for Health’ for 2021. Grants of up to £10,000 are available for social action projects tackling health inequalities in London.
Grants are open to charities that have understanding and expertise to social or health care needs. and should involve joint working with a health partner.
Details of this programme, examples of previously funded projects and how to apply are via London Catalyst website www.londoncatalyst.org.uk/grants
The closing date is 5:00pm on Thursday 3rd June 2021

Magic Little Grants 2021 Open on 1 March

Six funding trusts from the People’s Postcode Lottery and Localgiving will be working together to award more than £1 million in small grants to some 2,000 charitable organisations in England, Scotland and Wales over the next six months.  Find out more at the website.

Young Camden Foundation Build Up Fund: Youth Crime Prevention Training and Organisational Development

£500 – £3,000  Deadline: 9 March 2021
Young Camden Foundation in partnership with Camden Council are pleased to announce round two of the Build Up Fund, this fund aims to support local children and youth organisations to access comprehensive and appropriate training in three distinct areas:
1) Youth crime prevention,
2) Collaborating or sharing best practice on youth crime prevention schemes
3) Organisational sustainability.
More information can be found here

Camden Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food programme in the borough and in partnership with the council YCF is planning to expand the Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. Are you interested in becoming a delivery partner? View the presentation with more information about the programme and how you can be supported to become a delivery partner.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Covid-19 Emergency Fund

The fund is open for applications until 30th March 2021. The fund will provide small grants of up to £2,000 to organisations in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (see website) to support vulnerable individuals and families swiftly and effectively during the current lockdown. The Trust expects grants to be used for food, clothing, utility bills and materials for home schooling or for any other urgent need intensified by the pandemic. No application form is required and details of how to apply are on their website www.hwct.org.uk. Please contact the Trust’s Grants Officer: joanna@hwct.co.uk if you would like to discuss applying for this fund.

National Lottery Community Fund Re-Opens Regular Funding Programmes

Applications for all three programmes are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The presentation from the Wed 24th Feb Forum is here – with recording and delegate list here.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th March.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

CDA Leadership Programme February 2021

CDA is looking for new people to join the Leadership Programme, where you will learn leadership skills and lead a real change.
CDA are looking for six Disabled people to join a current leader on one of the following existing change projects: Employment and transitions; Venue access; Hospital discharge.  To apply, please contact Anna Storm at leadership@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk  Tel: 07908 747 007

MAMA Youth Project’s Digital Media Training

Application for MAMA Youth Project’s Digital Media Training is now open. 6 weeks of full time training plus a 2-week work placement with an industry partners. Upon successfully completing the training participants will also gain 6 months of career follow up support. Travel and lunch covered for the duration.
Training Dates: 24th May – 16th July 2021.  Application deadline is Monday 19th April. Learn More: Digital Media Training (mamayouth.org.uk)
There are two informal online info sessions in March where people who are interested in the programme can meet with a member of the team:
Wednesday March 10th at 4pm
Zoom link Password – 601103
Wednesday March 17th at 4pm
Zoom link Password –  739532

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)

Golden Years Programme at SPCA

Monday Golden Year’s Singers
Tuesday Mindfulness Meditation
Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday Relax with Art  goldenyears@spca.org.uk for enrolment link, once enrolled course Zoom link will be sent
Wednesday Yoga (17th, 24th)
Thursday Wellbeing at Home
Friday Chair Exercise
Friday Art History
For more information call Jane on 07754 328 295 or goldenyears@spca.org.uk
St Pancras Community Association

Evaluation advice from UCL’s Evaluation Exchange

Looking for practical ways to build evaluation and learning into your work?
• Discover how to make evaluation possible in the context of the pandemic
• Make connections to help you access future evaluation support
• Share your experience and learn from others to build organisational resilience
Key speaker: Elizabeth Parker, Principal for Evidence and Impact at the charity sector think tank NPC.  Thursday 11 March, 11am – 12:30pm
Register at Eventbrite.  More info contact Ruth r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
The training will provide tips and do’s and don’ts to guide conversations. Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Mar 11, 2021 10:15 am – sign up here
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Stop Hate UK Helpline

Stop Hate  24-hour helpline – call 24/7 0800 138 1625. Also available by text message on 07717 989 025 and by email talk@stophateuk.org.  Service users with hearing impairments can report via interactive British Sign Language by following the link on www.stophateuk.org.  Or use the online form www.stophateuk.org/talk.
Stop Hate UK will be delivering hate crime awareness training on Thursday 11th March, 2pm-3.30pm and Thursday 13th May 10am-11.30am. This event is for all who would like further awareness of hate crime and ways we can tackle the issue, including use of the Stop Hate UK helpline. To book on a session, email: learning@camden.gov.uk

Safeguarding adults

The Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board in partnership with the Learning & Development Service have commissioned nine half day online “Safeguarding Adults Awareness workshops” available for the Voluntary and Charity sector
8 March 2021 13.30-16.30
11 March 2021 13.30-16.30
17 March 2021 10.00-13.00 or 13.30-16.30
To request a place email learning@camden.gov.uk

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Paid part-time work experience opportunity

Heath Hands are recruiting for a paid part-time work experience trainee ranger on Hampstead Heath. 3 month contract, 12 hours a week, paying LLW (£10.85/hr). The position is funded with support from Camden Giving and open to Camden residents, with priority given to: young people under 25, people from BAME backgrounds, people living with a disability, people with caring responsibilities and women. Closing date 12^th March. More information and application form here: https://www.heath-hands.org.uk/work-for-us

Henna is recruiting trustees.

Henna Asian Women’s Group is looking for people to fill the following vacancies on the committee:
Chair person and Member of trustees with HR, law and finance background/knowledge.
The deadline to apply is 31st of March 2021.
For further information please put contact Momota Khatoon Momota@hennaorg.co.uk Tel: 07538127988.

Community Engagement & Projects Coordinator

Paul Bragman Community and Economic Regeneration Consultants
Salary: £24,000-£28,000 3-year Fixed Term (based Cambridge & London)
Community Regen has an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, imaginative and highly resourceful community engagement practitioner to work 3 days a week on a project in Cambridge and 2 days managing and delivering key projects, contracts and commissions for Community Regen.
Deasline: 10am on Monday 15th March. Interview date: 19th March
Full details (including job description and application form) can be found here.
Please submit applications to info@communityregen.net by the closing date. If you have any queries regarding this post, please contact Paul Bragman at paul@communityregen.net or on 07887 721825.

Lonely Not Alone

10 young volunteers aged 13 to 22 years old wanted to join the Lonely Not Alone campaign design team for 2021. Lonely Not Alone is a nationwide campaign to beat the stigma of youth loneliness.
Apply online before 9 pm on Tuesday 16 March. For under 18S, a parent will need to provide consent and our campaign partner, Effervescent, may also ask for information from a youth worker to ensure young people are kept safe. Read more.
All applicants will need to be available to take part in online creative sessions from 12 to 17 April in the first instance.
If you have any questions, please contact Co-op Foundation Comms Manager, Andy Mortimer.

Befriending Scheme Assistant

Abbey Community Centre is recruiting a new part time befriending scheme assistant. 10 hours per week with extra 2-3 hours one Saturday per month. Actual gross salary:  £7,887 (£23,000 gross f.t.e). Application deadline: 10am Wednesday 31st March 2021. Details at Charity Jobs.

ODL Jobs

Training and Policy Administrator
21 hours per week
Salary: Local Government Scale 5: £26,543 – £28,005 pa incl. LW
Closing Date: 5pm Monday 22nd March 2021
Interview Date: Friday 16th April
Training Officer
35 hours per week (Open to job-share candidates at 2.5 days pw)
Scale 6: £29,543 – £30,615 pa incl. LW
Need not be London based but London office meetings required.
Closing date: 5pm Monday 22nd March 2021
Interviews: Monday 12th April
For more information and to apply please visit the website

Age UK Camden Jobs

Care Navigator
Local Government Scale SO1SCP23 – 25 £32,298 to £33,473 pa inc LW
Fixed term contract to March 2022 plus 6% contributory pension. 35 hours pw
Closing:  Tuesday, 23rd  March (5pm)  Interview:  Wednesday, 31st March
To apply: visit the website at: Care Navigator (ageuk.org.uk)  email to jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk
Social Prescribing Link Worker – Maternity Cover
Local Government Scale: SC6 SCP 18 to SCP 20 £29,543 to £30,615 pa inc
London Weighting plus 6% contributory pension. 35 hours per week. 7 months fixed term contract
For further details and an application form visit the website Social Prescribing Link Worker – Maternity Cover (ageuk.org.uk)
Closing date: 15th March 2021 Interview date: 22nd March 2021
PSIC Payroll Officer
Personalisation Support In Camden (PSIC) is a subsidiary of Age UK Camden and is recruiting for a Payroll Officer.
Payroll Officer (Direct Payments)
Salary £33,229 35 hours per week – Permanent
To apply please visit the website: PSIC Payroll Officer (ageuk.org.uk)

CDA are recruiting 6 new Disabled trustees to join the CDA Board.

CDA Trustees help shape the work and plan for our future. CDA is run by Disabled for Disabled people and it is essential that at least 75% of the Board is made up of Disabled people.
CDA are particularly keen to get more Disabled Women on our Board and more Disabled people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
When we say Disabled people, we mean the full spectrum of health, impairment, and difference. This includes people with mental illness, those with learning difficulties, people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, including those who experience Disability through the effects of ageing.  It is important to stress that we welcome those who are D/deaf and people on the autistic spectrum or anyone else who may not identify as a Disabled person.
The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

Lifting Limits is looking for a Treasurer Trustee

Lifting Limits is a charity with a mission to challenge gender stereotyping and promote gender equality, in and through education.  We are looking for a Treasurer to join our board of trustees.  This is a voluntary role to work closely with our Chief Executive to oversee Lifting Limits’ financial affairs.  Closing date 21st March.  For full  details and to apply visit the website

Director of Clubhouse Operations

£42602 f/t – London N7
Hillside Clubhouse is a dynamic resource for people with mental health problems that makes social inclusion and participation in everyday life a reality. Getting a paid job, having a social life and going to college are the norm for many of our members. Members work alongside staff to co-produce the daily business functions of the Clubhouse and we now seek a senior member of staff to develop opportunities further.
Our diversity is our strength –  and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  You can apply via www.charityjob.co.uk  gjones@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk by 10 am on Tuesday 16 March.

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks treasurer

KOVE, a longstanding local community action group for older people based in Kilburn and West Hampstead, is looking for a treasurer. This voluntary role will not require bookkeeping, but some involvement in planning the annual budget with the Chair and Administrator, plus some routine financial tasks and reporting to five Steering Group meetings per year. Experience of working or volunteering in finance or budget management would be helpful. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, please ask them to contact Peter Lush for a chat on 07973 845 285.

Could you share your digital skills with a disabled person in Camden?

Camden Disability Action is looking for people to join us as Digital Coaches. This means you would work one to one with a disabled person, finding out the sorts of online things they might like to do and helping them to get started on doing them – from shopping to job hunting to gaming to zooming their grandchildren.
Being online is more important in our lives than ever – by sharing what you know about using online services you can help unlock a world of online opportunity for someone.
If you could spare a few hours a week contact CDA.
For more information follow this link to the Volunteer at CDA Page

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Census Job opportunities

The next census is in 2021 and the Office of National Statistics is hiring for new local Census jobs, with applications invited for exciting new temporary roles at all levels.  The VCS also has an important role in the census.
All the current openings, application information and FAQs are on censusjobs.co.uk
For more information about the 2021 Census and local communities click here.

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Telling Your Covid Stories

How do we tell the story of the sector’s responded to the pandemic?  VAC are collecting your stories about how you responded.  The responses will be used to tell the story of how vital the sector is in supporting Camden through these challenging times.  You can click here https://www.tfaforms.com/4863725 to put your story in writing or contact Len Lauk (llauk@vac.org.uk) if you would prefer to be interviewed.

Fully-paid scholarship through Windsor Fellowship programme

The Windsor Fellowship is designed to support students from under-represented and socially disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their full potential.  This opportunity is open to eligible students who are applying or intending to enrol as a full-time undergraduate in any accredited university in the UK. You’ll receive a scholarship of up to £9200 per year to pay your tuition fees and an ongoing programme of support.

Office space for rent

Refugee Therapy Centre is seeking tenants to share this spacious Grade listed former piano factory in Finsbury Park.  Details here.
Ground floor includes 6 consulting rooms, 3 large board rooms, 4 toilets, two kitchens, a large office space. £4000 PCM
First floor includes 7 rooms, a kitchenette and its own shower and W.C . £ 2291 PCM
Second floor is a converted office with an open plan layout; it includes a toilet, shower and a kitchenette. £2292 PCM
Contact details: officeadmin@refugeetherapy.org.uk   Mobile 07828049099

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers needed to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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

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Health Inequalities Network and BAME Fundraising Support

The Voluntary Action Forum on Wednesday had a packed agenda with the launch of a new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden funded by Camden Council.  The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality.  As part of this work we also launched a health inequalities network.  To find out more and register your interest please click here or email Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi  DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Lateral Flow Test

Appointments are booked online in advance. You can also call the Council on: 020 7974 4444 to book an appointment. All tests are free and you can expect results within 45 minutes.
Appointments are available across Camden at the following sites.
All tests are free and you receive results in 45 minutes
For more information and to book a test, visit: camden.gov.uk/rapidtest  or call the Council on: 020 7974 4444

National Lottery Vaccine Resources

The National Lottery have put together lots of resources to help with vaccine hesitancy.

National Youth Agency Covid Livestream

Monday 1st March 1pm on YouTube
The Implications for the youth sector of the upcoming Covid lockdown changes.

CDA Leadership Programme February 2021

CDA is looking for new people to join the Leadership Programme, where you will learn leadership skills and lead a real change.
CDA are looking for six Disabled people to join a current leader on one of the following existing change projects: Employment and transitions; Venue access; Hospital discharge.  To apply, please contact Anna Storm at leadership@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk  Tel: 07908 747 007

WEP Showcase

Monday 8 March 2.00pm – 5.00pm, and AGM, from 5.15pm
Emplyability and Wellbeing Workshops. Book at Eventbrite

Catherine Capaldi Awards – Deadline Soon

Elfrida Rathbone Camden will be announcing the results of the Catherine Capaldi Awards on 30th March.  These awards are open to anyone who identifies as a disabled person and who has an idea or solution to break down a barrier faced by disabled people or to improve their access to services, inclusion or community participation.  Deadline for entries is Sunday 28th February. More information here.

Video competition on being in nature and green spaces

To celebrate Hampstead Heath being saved for Londoners 150 years ago, Heath Hands are running a video project to encourage local residents to send in videos to show how important the Heath and spending time in nature has been for everyone during this year.
There are prizes for best entries (£100) and runners up (£50) in three age groups (under 13s, 13-17s and 18+) and two categories (‘Love the Heath’ and ‘Being in Nature’). Enter as an individual or as a group.  Details here.

Newsletters

Small Green Shoots
Heath Hands
Young Camden Foundation
SHAK
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

The Value of Small in a Big Crisis

A new report – The Value of Small in a Big Crisis – finds that #SmallButVital charities played a key role in supporting people and communities throughout the pandemic in a way that public services and mutual aid could not. The ways that small charities operate means they have responded effectively for people experiencing disadvantage, and that throughout the pandemic, small charities ‘showed up and stuck around’. You can see a great summary of the report findings in this Twitter thread and you can read the summary report by clicking here. The concise two page summary is here.

Medical Model Still Dominates

The medical model approach to health is still winning out over the social model.  Shielding, vaccination priority, PPE distribution etc are all determined by clinical vulnerability.  Despite early evidence that certain sections of the population were disproportionately affected, decisions are still being made purely on the grounds of clinical vulnerability (and here and here).  Last week it seemed that this might change but the medical model proponents won the day.  The one concession is that everyone on the learning disabilities register in England will now be invited for a Covid vaccine.

Are we ever going to create a Britain for everyone?

The former homelessness tsar thinks we need big, radical reform to tackle hunger, rough sleeping and poverty. And she has a plan. Full story in the Guardian.

Peabody Micro Grants – Deadline Sunday

Grants of £500 to support Volunteer/mutual-aid/community groups across London who are working to support communities in the wake of COVID19 and lockdown 3.
To apply for the grant,  complete a short application form online with details of the project and how the money will be spent. The aim is to have a very quick turn around. Projects could be delivering a wide range of programmes/support/services, support anyone who needs it, with a specific focus on C19 relief.
The application form is here   The deadline is 28th February
Contact email for queries: group.grants@peabody.org.uk

Young Camden Foundation Build Up Fund: Youth Crime Prevention Training and Organisational Development

£500 – £3,000  Deadline: 9 March 2021
Young Camden Foundation in partnership with Camden Council are pleased to announce round two of the Build Up Fund, this fund aims to support local children and youth organisations to access comprehensive and appropriate training in three distinct areas:
1) Youth crime prevention,
2) Collaborating or sharing best practice on youth crime prevention schemes
3) Organisational sustainability.
More information can be found here

Camden Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food programme in the borough and in partnership with the council YCF is planning to expand the Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. Are you interested in becoming a delivery partner? View the presentation with more information about the programme and how you can be supported to become a delivery partner.

Camden Giving Equality Fund – Closes Sunday!

The Equality Fund will provide flexible funding to small charities and social enterprises who are supporting women, families, care leavers, people with disabilities, people from BAME communities, and young people. A panel of 10 Camden residents will award 2 year grants of £30,000.
Grants will support civil society organisations with an annual income of less than £300k and who serve one or more of the priority groups identified to overcome or tackle the root causes of their inequality.  Full details here.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Covid-19 Emergency Fund

The fund is open for applications until 30th March 2021. The fund will provide small grants of up to £2,000 to organisations in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (see website) to support vulnerable individuals and families swiftly and effectively during the current lockdown. The Trust expects grants to be used for food, clothing, utility bills and materials for home schooling or for any other urgent need intensified by the pandemic. No application form is required and details of how to apply are on their website www.hwct.org.uk. Please contact the Trust’s Grants Officer: joanna@hwct.co.uk if you would like to discuss applying for this fund.

£500K Windrush Community Fund Opens For Bids

Charities working with people affected by the Windrush scandal can apply for grants to spread awareness of a government compensation scheme.
The Windrush Community Fund will be managed by Voice4Change England (V4CE), and will make grants of up to £25,000 to charities, community groups and grassroots organisations.
Those grants can be used to raise levels of engagement with the government’s Windrush Scheme and Windrush Compensation Scheme.

National Lottery Community Fund Re-Opens Regular Funding Programmes

Applications for all three programmes are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The presentation from the Wed 24th Feb Forum is here – recording and delegate list will be available here soon.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th March.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)  Facebook:  HennaAsianWomensGroup   Twitter: @HennaAsianWomen  Instagram @HennaAsianWomen

Golden Years Programme at SPCA

Monday Golden Year’s Singers
Tuesday Mindfulness Meditation
Wednesday Book Club
Wednesday Relax with Art  goldenyears@spca.org.uk for enrolment link, once enrolled course Zoom link will be sent
Wednesday Yoga (17th, 24th)
Thursday Wellbeing at Home
Friday Chair Exercise
Friday Art History
For more information call Jane on 07754 328 295 or goldenyears@spca.org.uk
St Pancras Community Association

Evaluation advice from UCL’s Evaluation Exchange

Looking for practical ways to build evaluation and learning into your work?
• Discover how to make evaluation possible in the context of the pandemic
• Make connections to help you access future evaluation support
• Share your experience and learn from others to build organisational resilience
Key speaker: Elizabeth Parker, Principal for Evidence and Impact at the charity sector think tank NPC.  Thursday 11 March, 11am – 12:30pm
Register at Eventbrite.  More info contact Ruth r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
The training will provide tips and do’s and don’ts to guide conversations. Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Mar 11, 2021 10:15 am – sign up here
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Adult Apprenticeship Workshop

Online Workshop 2nd March 2pm
Lost your job through covid? Want to re-train for a new career while still claiming benefits?  Apprenticeships could be the answer.
To find out more and book your place email michele@qcca.org.uk or ring 020 7267 6635

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 2nd, 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Body Mind Spirit

forum+ has a full programme of events to celebrate LGBT History Month February 2021 celebrating the history and achievements of Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Trans communities.

Laughter, fun cooking, and nutrition tips

Watch Sarah make a meal of your choice that you would like to learn to make yourself.  Make some friends! Interact with others without having to leave your home. Tell us your stories – whether food-related or not. Share your own culture and cooking experience with the group.
Join us on Tuesdays 11:00 – 12:00
If you are interested please email lkelly@onehousing.co.uk

Stop Hate UK Helpline

Stop Hate  24-hour helpline – call 24/7 0800 138 1625. Also available by text message on 07717 989 025 and by email talk@stophateuk.org.  Service users with hearing impairments can report via interactive British Sign Language by following the link on www.stophateuk.org.  Or use the online form www.stophateuk.org/talk.
Stop Hate UK will be delivering hate crime awareness training on Thursday 11th March, 2pm-3.30pm and Thursday 13th May 10am-11.30am. This event is for all who would like further awareness of hate crime and ways we can tackle the issue, including use of the Stop Hate UK helpline. To book on a session, email: learning@camden.gov.uk

Art Therapy with Likewise

Spaces are currently available for both 1-1 and group art therapy with trainee art therapists on placement at Likewise. Sessions are free and are currently being held online or over the phone. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from a supportive space with a creative focus, please contact Anna Thirkettle via learning@likewise.org.uk / 07718652919 for more information.

Safeguarding adults

The Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board in partnership with the Learning & Development Service have commissioned nine half day online “Safeguarding Adults Awareness workshops” available for the Voluntary and Charity sector
8 March 2021 13.30-16.30
11 March 2021 13.30-16.30
17 March 2021 10.00-13.00 or 13.30-16.30
To request a place email learning@camden.gov.uk

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Paid part-time work experience opportunity

Heath Hands are recruiting for a paid part-time work experience trainee ranger on Hampstead Heath. 3 month contract, 12 hours a week, paying LLW (£10.85/hr). The position is funded with support from Camden Giving and open to Camden residents, with priority given to: young people under 25, people from BAME backgrounds, people living with a disability, people with caring responsibilities and women. Closing date 12^th March. More information and application form here: https://www.heath-hands.org.uk/work-for-us

CDA are recruiting 6 new Disabled trustees to join the CDA Board.

CDA Trustees help shape the work and plan for our future. CDA is run by Disabled for Disabled people and it is essential that at least 75% of the Board is made up of Disabled people.
• The role of Trustee is unpaid, and the minimum expectation is that you attend 5 meetings a year.
• New trustees will receive training and 1 to 1 support from other Board members.
• It is also important that you live in the London Brough of Camden.
• We are particularly keen to get more Disabled Women on our Board and more Disabled people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
When we say Disabled people, we mean the full spectrum of health, impairment, and difference. This includes people with mental illness, those with learning difficulties, people with physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments, including those who experience Disability through the effects of ageing.  It is important to stress that we welcome those who are D/deaf and people on the autistic spectrum or anyone else who may not identify as a Disabled person.
The closing date for your application is 10am Tuesday 30th March 2021

Lifting Limits is looking for a Treasurer Trustee

Lifting Limits is a charity with a mission to challenge gender stereotyping and promote gender equality, in and through education.  We are looking for a Treasurer to join our board of trustees.  This is a voluntary role to work closely with our Chief Executive to oversee Lifting Limits’ financial affairs.  Closing date 21st March.  For full  details and to apply visit the website

Director of Clubhouse Operations

£42602 f/t – London N7
Hillside Clubhouse is a dynamic resource for people with mental health problems that makes social inclusion and participation in everyday life a reality. Getting a paid job, having a social life and going to college are the norm for many of our members. Members work alongside staff to co-produce the daily business functions of the Clubhouse and we now seek a senior member of staff to develop opportunities further.
Our diversity is our strength –  and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.  You can apply via www.charityjob.co.uk  gjones@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk by 10 am on Tuesday 16 March.

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks treasurer

KOVE, a longstanding local community action group for older people based in Kilburn and West Hampstead, is looking for a treasurer. This voluntary role will not require bookkeeping, but some involvement in planning the annual budget with the Chair and Administrator, plus some routine financial tasks and reporting to five Steering Group meetings per year. Experience of working or volunteering in finance or budget management would be helpful. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, please ask them to contact Peter Lush for a chat on 07973 845 285.

The Sherriff Centre seeks Trustee

The Sherriff Centre, a not for profit organisation based in West Hampstead, NW6 are looking to recruit an experienced building projects professional to join the board of trustees.
Based in a church which is listed and with large scale building projects to undertake in 2021 and  looking for some expertise to lead on this. This is a voluntary trustee position and meetings take place every 2 months, currently via Zoom.  Interested candidates should be available in addition to the regular meetings to oversee building works.
Experience of overseeing and managing large scale building works, liaising with contractors and working to budgets would be essential experience.
Visit https://thesherriffcentre.co.uk/  for more information and email hello@thesherriffcentre.co.uk  to apply.

Researcher – Invitation to Tender

Research on the development and impact of a BAME-led partnership for tackling social isolation among older people in Camden.
We would like to appoint an experienced qualitative researcher to examine the development and impact of the BAME-led partnership. We are actively seeking applications from researchers of African heritage and/or with substantial cultural understanding of African minority groups in the UK to carry out the work.
The budget is £20k. The research will be carried out between late March and early November.
Please see http://www.ageingbetterincamden.org.uk/latestnews/2021/1/28/researcher-invitation-to-tender for further information.
Deadline for submission of tenders is 9am on 5 March 2021.

Could you share your digital skills with a disabled person in Camden?

Camden Disability Action is looking for people to join us as Digital Coaches. This means you would work one to one with a disabled person, finding out the sorts of online things they might like to do and helping them to get started on doing them – from shopping to job hunting to gaming to zooming their grandchildren.
Being online is more important in our lives than ever – by sharing what you know about using online services you can help unlock a world of online opportunity for someone.
If you could spare a few hours a week contact CDA.
For more information follow this link to the Volunteer at CDA Page

London Irish Centre seeks Advice Officer (Housing)

Part Time – 2.5 days per week
Up to £30,000 pro rata, depending on experience
We are looking for an Advice Officer to join our Advice Service, which exists to improve opportunities and reduce poverty in London. Working primarily with people who identify as Irish, the service works to empower people using a strengths-based approach.
Application packs are available online
The deadline for applications is 9am, Monday 1st March 2021.

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Census Job opportunities

The next census is in 2021 and the Office of National Statistics is hiring for new local Census jobs, with applications invited for exciting new temporary roles at all levels.  The VCS also has an important role in the census.
All the current openings, application information and FAQs are on censusjobs.co.uk
For more information about the 2021 Census and local communities click here.

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Telling Your Covid Stories

How do we tell the story of the sector’s responded to the pandemic?  VAC are collecting your stories about how you responded.  The responses will be used to tell the story of how vital the sector is in supporting Camden through these challenging times.  You can click here https://www.tfaforms.com/4863725 to put your story in writing or contact Len Lauk (llauk@vac.org.uk) if you would prefer to be interviewed.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers needed to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

Our mailing address is:
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Don’t Miss Out – Google Mentoring and IT Support

VAC are working with Google to bring support to small grass roots organisations in Camden.  We will be releasing details of the wider programme soon, but groups can sign up for the Google offer now including bespoke tech sessions, as well as 1-1 mentoring.  To get involved, be sure to register your interest here before 24th February.

Evaluation advice from UCL’s Evaluation Exchange

Looking for practical ways to build evaluation and learning into your work?
Join the free session ‘Making time for evaluation and learning: top tips when resources are tight’ to:
• Discover how to make evaluation possible in the context of the pandemic
• Make connections to help you access future evaluation support
• Share your experience and learn from others to build organisational resilience
Key speaker: Elizabeth Parker, Principal for Evidence and Impact at the charity sector think tank NPC.  Thursday 11 March, 11am – 12:30pm
Register at Eventbrite.  More info contact Ruth r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Loss and Bereavement Awareness Webinars

Bereavement awareness training is designed to support you to feel confident to talk to bereaved people in a simple, empathetic way, to be able to find the right words, and to provide signposting to support where needed.
The training will provide tips and do’s and don’ts to guide conversations. Sessions are on-line, use Zoom as the delivery platform and are 75 mins long.
Mar 11, 2021 10:15 am – sign up here
Apr 14, 2021 11:15 am– sign up here
May 18, 2021 01:15 pm- sign up here
Find out more at the website.

Adult Apprenticeship Workshop

Online Workshop 2nd March 2pm
Lost your job through covid? Want to re-train for a new career while still claiming benefits?  Apprenticeships could be the answer.
To find out more and book your place email michele@qcca.org.uk or ring 020 7267 6635

Supporting Refugees into Employment

Breaking Barriers, a charity supporting refugees across London into meaningful employment, education or training.
The support we provide includes tailored employment support, workshops, English and IT courses, and access to work experience and jobs with our corporate partners. You can make referrals here.

London Faith & Communities event

Tuesday 23rd February, 4.30-6.00pm
Next steps in pandemic response. Reflections on the government’s road map.
To register for this event here.

Newsletters

Kings Fund Integrated Care Bulletin
Young Camden Foundation
SHAK
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership
KOVE, a community action group of older people active in north Camden, produces a weekly e-bulletin of information and activities. To join the mailing list contact: deborah@kove.org.uk

Integration and innovation: working together to improve health and social care for all.

This government White Paper sets out legislative proposals for a Health and Care Bill. The proposals are designed to support the health and care system to work together. Many of the proposals build on the NHS’s recommendations in its long-term plan. It could be crucial for the VCS:

• “It’s about population health: using the collective resources of the local system, NHS, local authorities, the voluntary sector and others to improve the health of local areas.”
• “In this paper we refer to health and care partners for brevity’s sake, but to be clear, we believe that this means everyone who works tirelessly to deliver high-quality care and support to people all over the country, including NHS organisations, local authorities, voluntary partners and charities.”
• “A key responsibility for these systems will be to support place-based joint working between the NHS, local government, community health services, and other partners such as the voluntary and community sector.”
• “Members of the ICS Health and Care Partnership could be drawn from a number of sources including Health and Wellbeing Boards within the system, partner organisations with an interest in health and care (including Healthwatch, voluntary and independent sector partners and social care providers)…”

Ethnicity and poverty are Covid risk factors, new Oxford modelling tool shows. 1.7M more told to Shield.

Campaigners demand black, Asian and minority ethnic groups have higher priority for vaccination. GPs sending letter to 1.7M telling them to shield to end of March using new modelling tool. Full story in the Guardian.

Charities call on government to create an Emergency Support Fund

The #NeverMoreNeeded campaign has issued an open letter to the Prime Minister, calling for the creation of an Emergency Support Fund for communities and causes.
The letter comes as charities respond to growing need for their services while wrestling with an estimated £10bn funding gap caused by the pandemic.

Young Camden Foundation Build Up Fund: Youth Crime Prevention Training and Organisational Development

£500 – £3,000  Deadline: 9 March 2021
Young Camden Foundation in partnership with Camden Council are pleased to announce round two of the Build Up Fund, this fund aims to support local children and youth organisations to access comprehensive and appropriate training in three distinct areas:
1) Youth crime prevention,
2) Collaborating or sharing best practice on youth crime prevention schemes
3) Organisational sustainability.
More information can be found here

Camden Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food programme in the borough and in partnership with the council YCF is planning to expand the Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. Are you interested in becoming a delivery partner? View the presentation with more information about the programme and how you can be supported to become a delivery partner.

Camden Giving Equality Fund – Closes Sunday!

The Equality Fund will provide flexible funding to small charities and social enterprises who are supporting women, families, care leavers, people with disabilities, people from BAME communities, and young people. A panel of 10 Camden residents will award 2 year grants of £30,000.
Grants will support civil society organisations with an annual income of less than £300k and who serve one or more of the priority groups identified to overcome or tackle the root causes of their inequality.  Full details here.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Covid-19 Emergency Fund

The fund is open for applications until 30th March 2021. The fund will provide small grants of up to £2,000 to organisations in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (see website) to support vulnerable individuals and families swiftly and effectively during the current lockdown. The Trust expects grants to be used for food, clothing, utility bills and materials for home schooling or for any other urgent need intensified by the pandemic. No application form is required and details of how to apply are on their website www.hwct.org.uk. Please contact the Trust’s Grants Officer: joanna@hwct.co.uk if you would like to discuss applying for this fund.

£500K Windrush Community Fund Opens For Bids

Charities working with people affected by the Windrush scandal can apply for grants to spread awareness of a government compensation scheme.
The Windrush Community Fund will be managed by Voice4Change England (V4CE), and will make grants of up to £25,000 to charities, community groups and grassroots organisations.
Those grants can be used to raise levels of engagement with the government’s Windrush Scheme and Windrush Compensation Scheme.

National Lottery Community Fund Re-Opens Regular Funding Programmes

Applications for all three programmes are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Catherine Capaldi Awards

Elfrida Rathbone Camden are delighted to announce that the Catherine Capaldi Awards are open for applications.  These awards are open to anyone who identifies as a disabled person and who has an idea or solution to break down a barrier faced by disabled people or to improve their access to services, inclusion or community participation.  More information and how to enter here.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The recording and presentation from the Wed 20th Jan Forum is available here.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th February.  Details and booking here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

You can find presentations, recordings and resources from past forums here.

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Henna Activities

Henna has a full programme of activities – 3 or 4 a day, 5 days a week.  From Exercise to art, mediation to therapy.
Abbey Community Centre, 222c Belsize Road,LondonNW6 4DJ    Hennainfo@hennaorg.co.uk  Web: www.henna.org.uk Tel: +447752681828 (for Arabic) /+447538127988 (for Bangla,Urdu,Hindi)  Facebook:  HennaAsianWomensGroup   Twitter: @HennaAsianWomen  Instagram @HennaAsianWomen

Understanding Early Help

In partnership with Camden’s Early Help Service, VAC’s Community Safeguarding Partnership invite all to attend this special training workshop.
Presented by trainer Becca Dove, Head of Family Support and Complex Families in Camden, this 1 hour session will explore what early help does and how they can support families in our community to get help sooner rather than later.
Book your free place on either of the two dates below.
24th February  or 25th February.

Giving Insights: Storytelling and the Power of Positive News

Wednesday 24th February 1pm.
Information and link to register for this masterclass here

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 2nd, 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Body Mind Spirit

forum+ has a full programme of events to celebrate LGBT History Month February 2021 celebrating the history and achievements of Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Trans communities.

Laughter, fun cooking, and nutrition tips

Watch Sarah make a meal of your choice that you would like to learn to make yourself.  Make some friends! Interact with others without having to leave your home. Tell us your stories – whether food-related or not. Share your own culture and cooking experience with the group.
Join us on Tuesdays 11:00 – 12:00
If you are interested please email lkelly@onehousing.co.uk

Governance in challenging times

Wednesday 24 February – 2 to 4 pm
This session shines a light on two of these challenges as well as allowing for discussions with peers.
~ Running your AGM online: How to cover the essentials and more + top tips for running meetings on Zoom. – with Spotlight team members Charlotte Stannard and Danielle Newson
~ Recruiting board members for diversity – with Getting on Board
This event is open to London-based community organisations whether Locality members or not. Don’t hesitate to invite others to book if they could benefit from attending. Board members are particularly encouraged to attend.  Book here.

Stop Hate UK Helpline

Stop Hate  24-hour helpline – call 24/7 0800 138 1625. Also available by text message on 07717 989 025 and by email talk@stophateuk.org.  Service users with hearing impairments can report via interactive British Sign Language by following the link on www.stophateuk.org.  Or use the online form www.stophateuk.org/talk.
Stop Hate UK will be delivering hate crime awareness training on Thursday 11th March, 2pm-3.30pm and Thursday 13th May 10am-11.30am. This event is for all who would like further awareness of hate crime and ways we can tackle the issue, including use of the Stop Hate UK helpline. To book on a session, email: learning@camden.gov.uk

Art Therapy with Likewise

Spaces are currently available for both 1-1 and group art therapy with trainee art therapists on placement at Likewise. Sessions are free and are currently being held online or over the phone. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from a supportive space with a creative focus, please contact Anna Thirkettle via learning@likewise.org.uk / 07718652919 for more information.

A Beginner’s guide to the Indices of Multiple Deprivation (Training Session)

Join London Plus for a free 2 hour training session all about the Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) on 22nd Feb at 10am.
This interactive session will be facilitated by Lucy Smith (London Plus, Social Research and Data Lead) and will cover the following topics:
What is the IMD? – including indexes and ranks, and the geographical boundaries used to calculate local, regional and national scores
Where and how to download the IMD data – including which files to use to conduct your own analysis.  And much more.  Register here.

Safeguarding adults

The Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board in partnership with the Learning & Development Service have commissioned nine half day online “Safeguarding Adults Awareness workshops” available for the Voluntary and Charity sector
24 February 2021 10.00-13.00 or 13.30-16.30
8 March 2021 13.30-16.30
11 March 2021 13.30-16.30
17 March 2021 10.00-13.00 or 13.30-16.30
To request a place email learning@camden.gov.uk

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

This e-learning can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It is for those that would like to gain an awareness on domestic violence and abuse. It will provide you with an introduction to what the types and signs of abuse are, how to respond and what actions to take.
Access the e-learning via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Responding to domestic violence and abuse online workshop

This two-hour online workshop can be accessed by VCS organisations that solely support Camden residents. It will help you become more aware of the indicators of domestic violence and abuse and what to do in these instances. The workshop will explore the dynamics of a domestic abuse situation and what the barriers are for the victim/survivor seeking help. You’ll also be provided with information where help is available for the victim/survivor.
Please book via the L&D Hub if you already have an account. If you are from a VCS organisation without an account for the L&D Hub please find details here  on how to sign-up.

Thriving Communities

The programme focusses on social prescribing and covid 19 related support delivered by the voluntary and community sector. Information about the programme and the Thriving Communities learning opportunities are here.
Watch recordings of all webinars here.
You can also sign up to the network and ideas hub and get access to free webinars and learning.

Age UK Camden Information and Advice coffee mornings

Information and Advice team will be hosting three virtual coffee mornings on the following days between 11-12pm:
~ Wednesday 24th February
~ Wednesday 31st March
Each meeting will be hosted via Zoom. To join the January meeting, please follow this link
Meeting ID: 837 2165 2832  Passcode: 014913

Camden Safeguarding Children Partnership

Multi-agency online training programme Spring Term 2020-21
A full programme of multi-agency safeguarding training on zoom and teams.
To book onto the free training, please visit the Partnerships’s website. You will be required to register an account if you haven’t done so already.

Street Storage seeks Marketing and Fundraising Manager

12-month fixed term, full time, 35 hours a week.
£28,000pa + Benefits Location: London E8
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness and help grow a small but essential charity?
Award-winning homelessness charity Street Storage is looking for their first Marketing and Fundraising Manager to join their small team. A full job description can be found here with details on how to apply. Marketing and Fundraising experience in either a paid or voluntary position, or evidence of applicable, transferable skills are required alongside strong communication, computer and literacy skills. Closing 28th February.

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Volunteer Needed for Age UK Camden Dementia Befriending Scheme.

Do you speak Bosnian, Croatian or Serbian?
We are really keen to find a person who speaks one of these languages to befriend an older woman living with dementia in the Camden community.
If you enjoy talking to people and have a friendly, relaxed approach, you could make a big difference to the quality of life someone by joining our Dementia Befriending Service. AUC provide training and ongoing support.
For enquiries and applications contact: Volunteer@ageukcamden.org.uk

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks treasurer

KOVE, a longstanding local community action group for older people based in Kilburn and West Hampstead, is looking for a treasurer. This voluntary role will not require bookkeeping, but some involvement in planning the annual budget with the Chair and Administrator, plus some routine financial tasks and reporting to five Steering Group meetings per year. Experience of working or volunteering in finance or budget management would be helpful. If you are interested, or know anyone who might be, please ask them to contact Peter Lush for a chat on 07973 845 285.

The Sherriff Centre seeks Trustee

The Sherriff Centre, a not for profit organisation based in West Hampstead, NW6 are looking to recruit an experienced building projects professional to join the board of trustees.
Based in a church which is listed and with large scale building projects to undertake in 2021 and  looking for some expertise to lead on this. This is a voluntary trustee position and meetings take place every 2 months, currently via Zoom.  Interested candidates should be available in addition to the regular meetings to oversee building works.
Experience of overseeing and managing large scale building works, liaising with contractors and working to budgets would be essential experience.
Visit https://thesherriffcentre.co.uk/  for more information and email hello@thesherriffcentre.co.uk  to apply.

Researcher – Invitation to Tender

Research on the development and impact of a BAME-led partnership for tackling social isolation among older people in Camden.
Ageing Better in Camden (ABC) is a partnership of older people and Camden organisations, working together to tackle social isolation and loneliness among older people. Since 2018, we have supported the development of a BAME-led partnership to find and engage with older people from smaller minority groups in the borough.
We would like to appoint an experienced qualitative researcher to examine the development and impact of the BAME-led partnership. We are actively seeking applications from researchers of African heritage and/or with substantial cultural understanding of African minority groups in the UK to carry out the work.
The budget is £20k. The research will be carried out between late March and early November.
Please see http://www.ageingbetterincamden.org.uk/latestnews/2021/1/28/researcher-invitation-to-tender for further information.
Deadline for submission of tenders is 9am on 5 March 2021.

Opening Doors Head of Fundraising

35 hours per week permanent
As Head of Fundraising you will be responsible for our fundraising strategy, securing the financial stability of the organisation. We are looking for someone who is energised by challenge, motivated by our values and wants to make a significant positive difference to the lives of older LGBTQ+ people.
Closing date: 5pm Monday 22nd February 2021
To apply, please email your CV and Letter of application, Equalities form and Declaration form to jobs@openingdoorslondon.org.uk

Could you share your digital skills with a disabled person in Camden?

Camden Disability Action is looking for people to join us as Digital Coaches. This means you would work one to one with a disabled person, finding out the sorts of online things they might like to do and helping them to get started on doing them – from shopping to job hunting to gaming to zooming their grandchildren.
Being online is more important in our lives than ever – by sharing what you know about using online services you can help unlock a world of online opportunity for someone.
If you could spare a few hours a week contact CDA.
For more information follow this link to the Volunteer at CDA Page

London Irish Centre seeks Advice Officer (Housing)

Part Time – 2.5 days per week
Up to £30,000 pro rata, depending on experience
We are looking for an Advice Officer to join our Advice Service, which exists to improve opportunities and reduce poverty in London. Working primarily with people who identify as Irish, the service works to empower people using a strengths-based approach.
Application packs are available online
The deadline for applications is 9am, Monday 1st March 2021.

Volunteers Needed – Story tellers/ actors

Are you a good Storyteller and able to address a young audience?
We need speakers to future story times
Contact somerstownhistory@gmail.com for more details

COVID-19 Heath Champions programme

Find out more and sign up to become a COVID-19 Health Champion here:
Sign up here:

The Camden Winter Night Shelter needs volunteers

C4WS are currently sourcing volunteers for the C4WS Winter Shelter and reaching out to organisations that may not be running services this year, or running a different service, with volunteers still willing to give their time.
Please see the volunteer sign up link: https://signup.com/go/bfGANJe

Work Experience Opportunity for Young Person (15 – 18 years)

Work Experience (virtual) with Prestigious Knowledge Quarter partners
February Half term
Design an Exhibition on Local heroes Radical thinkers.  More details here.

Hopscotch Homecare urgently need Care Workers.

Hopscotch Homecare are a very caring,well-established and expanding care agency that has been providing care workers to clients in and around Camden for 20 years. We are looking for care workers who would like to help our clients to continue living safely and independently in their own homes.
Day/Night hours available and must be able to work at least two late shifts a week and alternate weekends  Contact:recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk

Census Job opportunities

The next census is in 2021 and the Office of National Statistics is hiring for new local Census jobs, with applications invited for exciting new temporary roles at all levels.  The VCS also has an important role in the census.
All the current openings, application information and FAQs are on censusjobs.co.uk
For more information about the 2021 Census and local communities click here.

Paid work opportunities for people who have been laid off/ reduced income

Local Adult social care providers are still recruiting, and as they support the NHS to move vulnerable adults out of hospital to stay well at home, their need is growing. Contact Proud to Care.

Telling Your Covid Stories

How do we tell the story of the sector’s responded to the pandemic?  VAC are collecting your stories about how you responded.  The responses will be used to tell the story of how vital the sector is in supporting Camden through these challenging times.  You can click here https://www.tfaforms.com/4863725 to put your story in writing or contact Len Lauk (llauk@vac.org.uk) if you would prefer to be interviewed.

VCS and Vaccinations

Many people who work in frontline roles in the social care sector, including in voluntary or community organisations, are currently eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. You may be eligible if you provide direct care and support to an adult who is clinically vulnerable to COVID-19, or to a child who is clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 – in line with national government criteria.
If you think that you, or someone you know or work with, may be eligible for the vaccine please visit this page for more information.  Relevant staff need to fill out this form.
Adult Social Care ran a Q&A session on Tuesday.  View the recording here.
ASC have also provided some useful FAQs
Some slides from a recent national webinar  – slides 5-7 provide some examples of types of roles and work and eligibility under this priority group.
Direct any enquiries to: socialcarevaccinationinfo@camden.gov.uk
At the PPG meeting this week an informative presentation included a useful update on the vaccine roll out on pages 22 – 28 from the health perspective.

Lateral Flow Testing (quick test) for VCS frontline staff and volunteers

‘Lateral flow’ COVID-19 tests are available for all in frontline roles who have regular face-to-face contact with communities, and who do not have any coronavirus symptoms.
Appointments are available at two test sites (Crowndale Library and Swiss Cottage Library) every weekday from 9am to 5pm. Book here.  If your organisation is not on the system, add the name in the notes’ box.

Volunteers needed to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Boloh Helpline for BAME Families

Barnardo’s has launched a new helpline where you can talk about your worries, problems and stresses during this time with new helpline Boloh, which provides emotional support, practical advice and signposting to other organisations who can provide further help.
If you know of any families requiring therapeutic support or vouchers to purchase food or clothing, please refer them to the helpline by calling: 0800 151 2605.
For more information on how the Boloh Helpline Advisors and the team of psychotherapists can offer advice, signposting and therapeutic support for the children, young people, parents and carers – please go to: https://helpline.barnardos.org.uk/ or email VAC’s Safeguarding Lead Dianne Carlton-Ogunyemi on dogunyemi@vac.org.uk for more information.

Food Support

Find your local food bank or community organisation providing food at findfood.camden.gov.uk.
If you don’t have internet access, please call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 and select option 9
You can also donate at findfood.camden.gov.uk/donate

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

As we enter Autumn lots is changing.  Buildings are starting to re-open, some activities are moving back into the real world, some food parcel deliveries have ended, while other food projects continue.  Help us to keep the directory up-to-date by updating your details as they change.
If you would like to make a new entry in the directory use this link.   If you would like to update an existing entry look out for an email from us early next week with a unique link for you to update.
View the Directory here.  View the map here.

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

Volunteer in Camden at Time to Spare.
Volunteer for the NHS at GoodSAM.
Join a neighbourhood Mutual Aid group.
Organisations that are signed up to Time to Spare can now request volunteers through a brokerage team making it much easier to access the volunteers. The brokers can help match volunteers with voluntary and community organisations who have a need for verified/ vetted volunteers. The service will also help to verify or carry out new DBS check with volunteers.
Get support and resources from Volunteer Centre Camden
The council has a  page of resources to help community organisations

Fully-funded university places with Camden Scholarships

Birkbeck, University of London  is offering two scholarship places to Camden residents for any of their undergraduate courses starting in October 2021. The deadline to apply is 25 June 2021.
Hult International Business School is offering Camden residents a fully-funded one-year postgraduate Master of International Business degree. The course starts in Sept 2021 and the deadline to apply is 21 May 2021. Full details here.

Request for Camden employers to provide 6 months’ work placements for 19-25 year olds

Camden Youth Pathways Finder project is looking for Camden employers to provide placement opportunities to young people at risk of/involved in youth violence (including remote working). Camden Council will pay the young person London Living Wage for the duration of the placement, provide ongoing pastoral care and support for both the organisation and young person and be a point of contact for any queries that may arise.
To register or to find out more, contact serrina.lobban@camden.gov.uk

Keep in touch and up-to-date via the e-bulletin and @onecamden twitter.  We have a comprehensive COVID-19 update page and a resources page.

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Voluntary Action Forum 24th February

The next Voluntary Action Forum is next Wednesday 24th February at 11am. At the forum we will be launching a new fundraising support initiative for BAME organisations in Camden funded by Camden Council.  The project is part of a wider project to network BAME organisations to help tackle inequality in general and health inequalities in particular.
The fundraising support will be provided in partnership with specialist networks including Ubele and All Ways Network and is targeted at small grass roots BAME organisations in Camden. Come and find out more and how you can get involved. Details and booking here.

Camden Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food programme in the borough and in partnership with the council YCF is planning to expand the Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. Are you interested in becoming a delivery partner? View the presentation with more information about the programme and how you can be supported to become a delivery partner.
YCF invite you to a marketing and engagement event on 15th February, 10am-11.30am to find out more about the programme.
Email info@youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk to express an interest in becoming a delivery partner and/or to confirm your attendance on 15th February.

Inquiry into Racial Inequality of Workers in Health & Social Care

The Equalities and Human Rights Commission launched a statutory inquiry into racial inequality in health and social care, triggered by the pandemic. EHRC want to understand the experiences of ethnic minority people working on the frontline in lower-paid roles.
submit evidence to the inquiry by accessing one of the 4 questionnaires on the website. Alternatively, evidence can be emailed directly to ri@equalityhumanrights.com or by phone on 0161 829 8327.

More volunteers needed to support vaccination rollout

There is an ongoing need for volunteers to support the smooth roll out of the vaccination programme in north central London (NCL),  local residents can sign up to help. Find out how here.

Healthwatch Camden Vaccination Q&A

Healthwatch Camden hosts online Q&A event on the Covid-19 vaccination in Camden. Tuesday, 16th February 2021 5.30 to 7.00
This will be your opportunity to ask questions regarding the Covid-19 vaccination rollout in Camden, the different vaccines available, how you will be invited to get vaccinated and any other concerns.
Register now and ask your question –
~ Via Zoom by clicking on this link to register
~ By calling: 020 7383 2402 (to register to access the event via landline)
~ By emailing shelly.khan@healthwatchcamden.co.uk
For more information, please visit the website.

Community Partner to Deliver New Affordable Homes

Camden Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from community-led groups.
Are you part of a Community Land Trust or VCS organisation interested in delivering new affordable homes for the community? Camden is currently seeking a community partner to design and build around 14 new homes at 31 Daleham Gardens, South Hampstead.
To find out more and apply visit the Community Investment Programme page.

Mentoring and IT Support

VAC are working with Google to bring support to small grass roots organisations in Camden.  Part of that support is to provide bespoke sessions, as well as 1-1 mentoring.  To ensure that your specific digital needs are supported. It would be helpful if you can complete this short questionnaire before 24th Feb to help the team tailor the session to be as useful as possible.

COVID-19 Health Champions

Join the COVID-19 Health Champion movement to get the latest advice and guidance about COVID-19 so that you can help and share the information with your community, and let us know what is and isn’t working. You can access trusted information through regular updates and weekly online drop-in sessions about the vaccine, testing and more.
If you work, live or volunteer in Camden, simply complete the form here to sign up! If you’ve got questions, email CHC@islington.gov.uk.

Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Thursday 18th February
Join VCC via Zoom at the next Volunteer Managers’ Forum to discuss all things volunteer management.
More information and booking at Eventbrite

Employability Incubator to access the Tech sector

Applications are currently open for the next Employability Incubator, for residents interested in getting into Tech. Delivered by OneTech and the Purposeful Group, the free course will develop skills, build confidence and provide expert support all along the way.
Visit OneTech’s website to discover more and apply (closing date 5 March).

Community Journalism Training

Camden Disability Action has launched a Community Journalism training programme for Disabled people in Camden to help Disabled people tell our stories, get our voices heard and press for change.
The training supports people to to tell powerful stories about things that are happening in our communities, like the Covid-19 streetscape changes.
It’s one online class per week for three weeks. Each class lasts two hours. As well as classes you will be offered one-to-one mentoring support.
CDA have four places left on our March training course. The dates and times are: 2nd, 9th and 16th March from 2pm to 4pm on zoom.
There is a budget to support deaf people to attend.
Contact Tom McDonough: tom@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk 07908746927

Newsletters

Young Camden Foundation
SHAK
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Why are we vaccine hesitant in a pandemic?

People from marginalised groups have had more negative experiences with healthcare, which helps the medical profession understand the uptake rate. Full article at BMA

Doctors call for better targeting of Covid vaccinations

BMA head says more sophisticated approach is needed to protect some of most deprived and at-risk people. Story in the Guardian.

Camden Giving Equality Fund

The Equality Fund will provide flexible funding to small charities and social enterprises who are supporting women, families, care leavers, people with disabilities, people from BAME communities, and young people. A panel of 10 Camden residents will award 2 year grants of £30,000.
Grants will support civil society organisations with an annual income of less than £300k and who serve one or more of the priority groups identified to overcome or tackle the root causes of their inequality.  Full details here.

Community Spaces at Risk Fund

The Mayor of London announced £750,000 to work with communities to protect grassroots cultural centres, social clubs, youth, education and other spaces that are locally rooted and critical for supporting vulnerable groups during the pandemic. Find out more at the London.gov website.

The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Covid-19 Emergency Fund

The fund is open for applications until 30th March 2021. The fund will provide small grants of up to £2,000 to organisations in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (see website) to support vulnerable individuals and families swiftly and effectively during the current lockdown. The Trust expects grants to be used for food, clothing, utility bills and materials for home schooling or for any other urgent need intensified by the pandemic. No application form is required and details of how to apply are on their website www.hwct.org.uk. Please contact the Trust’s Grants Officer: joanna@hwct.co.uk if you would like to discuss applying for this fund.

Community Led Recovery Grants.

There are two grant streams:
~ Community-Led Action Grant: up to £9,000 to initiate social action projects
~ London Community Story Grant: grants of up to £1,500 to organisations with existing projects which capture Londoner’s experience of COVID-19, supporting them to be presented and shared to a wider audience.
Deadline for applications 12pm Friday 19th February 2021.   Details here.  Or email CommunityLedRecovery@groundwork.org.uk  or phone 020 7239 1390.

£500K Windrush Community Fund Opens For Bids

Charities working with people affected by the Windrush scandal can apply for grants to spread awareness of a government compensation scheme.
The Windrush Community Fund will be managed by Voice4Change England (V4CE), and will make grants of up to £25,000 to charities, community groups and grassroots organisations.
Those grants can be used to raise levels of engagement with the government’s Windrush Scheme and Windrush Compensation Scheme.

National Lottery Community Fund Re-Opens Regular Funding Programmes

Applications for all three programmes are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Catherine Capaldi Awards

Elfrida Rathbone Camden are delighted to announce that the Catherine Capaldi Awards are open for applications.  These awards are open to anyone who identifies as a disabled person and who has an idea or solution to break down a barrier faced by disabled people or to improve their access to services, inclusion or community participation.  More information and how to enter here.

Lists of Emergency Funders

• Civil Society
• Ian McLintok’s LinkedIn blog
• NCVO’s funding central site is currently free for non-members.
• Charity Bank 
• Grants Online

VAC Events

Keep in eye on our Events Calendar to book and for more info.

Camden Voluntary Action Forum

The forum is open to all Camden voluntary and community  groups and organisations, community activists, social entrepreneurs, volunteers and anyone interested in local voluntary action. The Forum currently meets monthly online on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am.
The recording and presentation from the Wed 20th Jan Forum is available here.
The next Forum is on Wednesday 24th February.  Details and booking here.