Category: Newsletter

Video Competition for Young People “A Better Future”

Create a 2 minute (max) video on the theme ” a better future”.  Age categories 10-12 and 13 – 16.  Send you video to irene@cutmoose.com by 28 August.
Screening at the Camden New Town Community Festival on 12 September.

Learning Together

Involved in social prescribing already or want to get involved?  Join Learning Together, a free learning and development programme starting this Autumn.
~ Build new partnerships and network across sectors
~ Share and explore challenges and learn from others
~ Champion your work in social prescribing and supporting communities
Find out more here and apply by 17th September.

Thriving Communities webinar: Understanding Social Prescribing

Tuesday, 7 September. 3 – 4pm.
A new series of Thriving Communities webinars to learn more about what social prescribing is, how it works and how community groups can use it in your communities. We will be hearing from NHS England and NHS Improvement as well as community organisations who employ social prescribing link workers.

Antiuniversity Festival 2021

This year’s edition of Antiuniversity Festival opens in just over two weeks time, with a packed programme of nearly 70 walks, talks, workshops, experiments and interventions. Find out more here.

Stop Hate UK – Hate Crime Champions Training

Stop Hate UK are providing training for VCS groups interested in knowing more about how to use their 24-hour helpline to report hate crimes and hate incidents in Camden. This training provides an overview of all forms of Hate Crime and Hate Incidents, the impact on victims and communities and how you can help.
Thursday 30th September, 2pm-3.30pm, via Zoom.  Book at Eventbrite.

Camden New Town Community Festival

Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th September in Camden Square Gardens
Saturday Jazz, poetry & “open mike” 3.30 – 6.30
Sunday is family day – noon – 6pm
Parade, activities, live music, local history, green corner, food and refreshments
To book a stall, volunteer or make a donation please contact the Festival Office on 020 7267 9586 or Email: festival.mlcc@yahoo.co.uk

Changes at Hopscotch

Read the letter from Hopscotch CEO Benaifer Bhandari, explaining the changes at Hopscotch.

GDPR and Cyber Security Workshops

VAC have three online IT workshops planned in September
~ Introduction to Cyber Security and Keeping your Systems Safe  – 7/9/2021 10:30am -12pm
~ An Introduction to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Part 1 21/9/2021 3-5pm
~ An Introduction to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Part 2  28/9/2021 3-5pm
Full details and booking here

Here and There: Stories of British Bangladeshis in Camden

​​​​​​​This exhibition was commissioned by the Bengali Workers’ Association (BWA), curated by Faridha Karim and was first exhibited in 2011 at the Surma Centre, Robert Street, the home of the BWA.  You can now view it online.

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Free Data from Vodaphone

You can apply for free Vodafone SIMs, each loaded with 20GB data plus unlimited calls and texts to be used over 6 months. You can use these however you like.Multiple SIMs can be requested and repeat applications can be made if the organisation has a range of digital exclusion projects.
Applications will be reviewed and a decision to support made within 30 days. SIMs will be issued within 30 days of a positive decision and are ready for distribution from 1 September 2021. SIMs are available until 1 November 2022, or until the supplies run out. Full details and how to apply here.

eCargo Bike Grant Fund

Get up to 40% of the total cost of an ecargo bike, up to a maximum of £2,500 for two-wheel models and £4,500 for three-wheel models.  Maximum five bikes per organisation. Applications may include more than one organisation. Deadline 14 December.  Find out more here.

Mayor of London’s Sport Unites Fund

The Sport Unites Fund is offering grants of up to £50,000 for projects that use sport and physical activity to address one or more of these priorities:
~ Helping the most inactive people be more active
~ Improving people’s mental health and wellbeing
~ Decreasing isolation/loneliness
~ Strengthening connections in your local area and across communities
~ Reducing serious youth violence
Deadline: 12th November 2021. Find out more here.

Community Ideas Grants – Walking and Cycling

Grants of up to £5,000 for one year are available to projects that encourage walking and cycling activities, help get local communities active, improve health and wellbeing and reduce social isolation. Applicants can select from a list of template project ideas to deliver in their area and will receive additional support throughout the project process.
Applications for both grants are open until 10 September.
Find out more by clicking here, or call on 0207 239 1286 or email wcgl@groundwork.org.uk

Aviva Community Fund

Deadline 6th October. Grants of up to £50k are available for organisations to adapt or continue their vital services so they can help their beneficiaries during this time of need.  Find out more at the Aviva website.

We Make Camden Social Action Fund

Camden Giving has been awarded £90,000* to deliver the We Make Camden Social Action Fund. Organisations and individuals can apply for grants of £500-£1,500 for initiatives that support:
~ Social Action in the 4 mission areas (see below)
~ Social Cohesion
~ Local responses and solutions to challenges/ issues/ needs
In addition to the small grants, people can access support to apply, and you don’t need to be an incorporated community group or organisation to apply.
The “We Make Camden Kit” gives money and support to Camden residents and community groups who have great ideas for their communities.
Residents and community groups can apply via Camden Giving to receive up to £1,500 to deliver ideas that contribute to the four Camden missions:
~ Food poverty and sustainability
~ Diversity in positions of power
~ Health and sustainability of estates
~ Opportunities for young people

Grow Back Greener Fund now open

Grants between £10,000 and £75,000 are available across two themes: access to green space, and climate adaptation and water, to support local projects that will help create community gardens, revitalise parks, plant trees, create wildlife habitat, restore waterways and turn grey spaces into green. The fund will prioritise locations with poor access to green space and high vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.  Find out more and how to apply here.
Projects must be completed by November 2022.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Monday 13 September.

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

NAVCA Funders List

A useful list of small trusts and foundations most useful to small charities.

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 Forum is taking a break in August – the next forum is on Wednesday 22nd September at 11am and is an opportunity to meet our new Chair, Benaifer Bhandari and we will also be launching our new image and website.   Book forums here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details soon

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

Disability and Employment in Camden – A Conversation of Change event

Thursday, 9 September 1 – 4pm
Join CDA for a ‘conversation of change’ about what a new employment service could look like for Disabled residents of Camden.
The event will explore lived experience stories relating to employment of Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions in Camden. Using the themes and topics from these stories, together we will come-up with initial ideas for a new employment service for Disabled people and those with long term health conditions. Full details and booking at Eventbrite. Access the Easy read version here.

Activities at QCCA

Visual Impairment Gym Sessions:
QCCA Camden Health Kick are offering FREE gym sessions to those with a visual impairment with our qualified personal trainer.
Please call: 020 7267 6635 or email: Sarah@qcca.org.uk for more information.
Girls Only Sports:
QCCA Sports Department are offering a FREE multi-sports session on Tuesdays between 6:30pm – 8pm for 10 – 14yr girls. Please call: 020 7267 6635 or email: Frances@qcca.org.uk for more information.
Girls Only Zumba:
QCCA Camden Health Kick are offering FREE women’s only Zumba sessions throughout the week, delivered by a qualified Zumba instructor.
Please call: 020 7267 6635 or email: Sarah@qcca.org.uk for more information.
Girls Only Family Yoga:
QCCA Camden Health Kick are offering FREE women’s only yoga for all ages, delivered by a qualified yoga instructor.
Please call: 020 7267 6635 or email: Sarah@qcca.org.uk for more information.
Family Sports Sessions:
QCCA Camden Health Kick are offering FREE family sport’s sessions throughout the week for all ages.
Please call: 020 7267 6635 or email: Frances@qcca.org.uk or Sarah@qcca.org.uk for more information.

Active London 2021

Active London is the largest conference in London dedicated entirely to the future of physical activity and sport. Across two days (Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 September), Active London will bring the sector together again. Collectively, we will explore how the pandemic has brought out the best in people and organisations across the sector and seen new and innovative approaches created.
Full details and booking here.

SHAK are looking for a new treasurer

SHAK are looking for a trustee who is resident to the area.
The Treasurer will have responsibilities to Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and
within accepted accounting practice, and to ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place.
Full details and how to apply on the SHAK website.  The deadline for applications is: Monday 30th August by CV and covering letter.  Further information from John Boyle jboyle@shakonline.co.uk

Mental Health Welfare Rights Development Worker

£23,469 inc ILW 35 hours pW
Mind in Camden are seeking a Welfare Rights Development Worker to join our new core team within Camden. You’ll be responsible for maintaining up-to-date welfare rights information, supporting colleagues with challenging welfare cases and ensuring that the team is equipped to support people with welfare rights issues and linked up with other welfare rights providers.
Interview dates:  1st round: Wednesday 8th September   2nd round:  Wednesday 15th September
Closing date: Wednesday 1 September at 9 am
Full details can be found here.

Restrictions Eased – some guidance

With restrictions now eased the Government, CIPD and HSE have produced guidance on keeping workplaces safe. No specific official guidance for the voluntary sector has been produced yet.  CPID say that this easing shouldn’t signal a mass return to the workplace. Some guidance on hybrid working here.

Camden Youth Offer survey

The Council is asking young people aged 12 to 18 what they do in their spare time to help ensure the Council, our voluntary and community sector partners and other local amenities, including parks, galleries & museums, have the right activities and services available for them as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
If you’re aged 12 to 18 – or you know / work with young people who are – there’s a short online survey for young people to complete and an optional prize draw for the chance to win a £50 voucher.   The survey closes on 18 September.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

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
UCL are looking for new volunteering opportunities to promote to their students.  Visit their info for recruiters page to find out more.

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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Community health services and mental health services – Have your say

NHS North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group is currently reviewing these services. The aim is to develop a ‘core service offer’ for both community health and mental health services that is comprehensive, consistent and equitable for all residents. The core service offer will set out what you can expect from these services regardless of where you live in north central London. You can give your views by completing the confidential online survey

Calling Camden’s voluntary and community sector partner organisations

Camden Council Sport and Physical Activity Team in partnership with Pro-Active Camden (PAC) supports the development and profile of physical activity for all residents in the borough.
PAC members wish to support organisations contributing to Camden’s vibrant sport and physical activity offer. To help understand how we can best support your organisation, please use this survey to tell us how Covid-19 has impacted your ability to deliver services.  Complete the 10 minute survey here.

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination events near you this week

With just 69% of 30-39-year-olds and 55% of 18-29 year-olds having received a first dose of the jab, there is still work to do to persuade under 40s to come forward for vaccination.
For a full list of vaccination centres, click here. These are all free services for anyone aged 18+. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. You won’t be asked for proof of ID, address or immigration status.

Small Green Shoots Short Sharp Shot

Short Sharp Shots is a bespoke 8 week training programme by Small Green Shoots to give successful candidates the opportunity to train for their future careers, they gain transferable skills and training, get to meet real industry professionals, work on their CVs and interview techniques and get PAID while they learn.  To apply send CV and cover letter to makeda@smallgreenshoots.co.uk by Monday 16th August.

Recruiting Camden’s Data Charter Residents Panel

Camden is inviting residents to register to join an independent Residents’ Panel to develop a Data Charter. Camden Council recognises that data rights are human rights, and wishes to go beyond the legal requirements for our use of data and agree a set of ethical principles with residents. Register your interest to join the panel by completing an online questionnaire or email CamdensDataCharter@camden.gov.uk or call on 020 7974 1963.
• You must be a Camden resident aged 16 or over.
• No experience or prior knowledge of the subject is needed.
• You must be available for all 3 days of the panel (Saturday 18th September, Saturday 25th September and Saturday 2nd October).
• Recruitment will close 13 August 2021.
Participants will get £230 in shopping vouchers for attending all sessions.

London Voices | The Journey to Full Participation

This survey is for individuals who work in civil society organisations across London. The questions focus on the work that you do around civic and democratic engagement, your organisational profile (i.e. your priorities, areas of work), and what you would like to see change from local and national government as well as funders. Click here to take the survey.

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All Ways Network
Camden Carers
Latin American House
Charity Tax Group
Volunteer Centre Camden
Small Green Shoots
Healthwatch Camden
Superhighways

Out of COVID-19: Health Conversations with Young Londoners Grants

You can apply for grants of up to £1,000 to support the delivery of creative activities and events that encourage young Londoners to engage in conversations around these issues.
Events will need to take place between Monday 23 August and Monday 30 August 2021.  Full information on how to apply on the website. Applications close Wednesday 11 August.

VCSE Health and Wellbeing Fund – Short Deadline

A Health and Wellbeing Fund with a focus on providing support to families and children’s services due to a predicted increase in paediatric respiratory viral infections during autumn and winter 2021.
Funding is available for both local and national VCSE organisations who are already delivering existing services that can be expanded to provide additional support for children, families and children’s respiratory and acute services during autumn/winter 2021 and raise awareness of management of respiratory infections within communities that experience the greatest health inequalities.
Grants are available between £75,000 – £300,000 with the closing deadline of noon on 27th August.  Full details on the website.

Community Ideas Grants – Walking and Cycling

Grants of up to £5,000 for one year are available to projects that encourage walking and cycling activities, help get local communities active, improve health and wellbeing and reduce social isolation. Applicants can select from a list of template project ideas to deliver in their area and will receive additional support throughout the project process.
Applications for both grants are open until 10 September.
Find out more by clicking here, or call on 0207 239 1286 or email wcgl@groundwork.org.uk

Aviva Community Fund

Deadline 6th October. Grants of up to £50k are available for organisations to adapt or continue their vital services so they can help their beneficiaries during this time of need.  Find out more at the Aviva website.

We Make Camden Social Action Fund

Camden Giving has been awarded £90,000* to deliver the We Make Camden Social Action Fund. Organisations and individuals can apply for grants of £500-£1,500 for initiatives that support:
~ Social Action in the 4 mission areas (see below)
~ Social Cohesion
~ Local responses and solutions to challenges/ issues/ needs
In addition to the small grants, people can access support to apply, and you don’t need to be an incorporated community group or organisation to apply.
The “We Make Camden Kit” gives money and support to Camden residents and community groups who have great ideas for their communities.
Residents and community groups can apply via Camden Giving to receive up to £1,500 to deliver ideas that contribute to the four Camden missions:
~ Food poverty and sustainability
~ Diversity in positions of power
~ Health and sustainability of estates
~ Opportunities for young people

Grow Back Greener Fund now open

Grants between £10,000 and £75,000 are available across two themes: access to green space, and climate adaptation and water, to support local projects that will help create community gardens, revitalise parks, plant trees, create wildlife habitat, restore waterways and turn grey spaces into green. The fund will prioritise locations with poor access to green space and high vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.  Find out more and how to apply here.
Projects must be completed by November 2022.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Monday 13 September.

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

NAVCA Funders List

A useful list of small trusts and foundations most useful to small charities.

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 Forum is taking a break in August – the next forum is on Wednesday 15th September at 11am  Book forums here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details soon

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

The Autism Hub and ALAG Peer-led webinars and Autism Hub drop-in for autistic adults.

Webinars on the first Tuesday of each month at 19:00 – 20:30
10th August: Autism-Friendly Tourist Attractions
Speaker: Ziggy Newman
The Hub drop-in is on Mondays anytime between 11:00 and 13:00. Currently delivered via Zoom: Call by phone or connect online.
To find out more and to join our mailing list, email info@autismhubislington.org or contact at www.autismhubislington.org

City Lit courses for adults with LDs 2021-22

Spaces on some of our part-time courses for adults with learning disabilities starting this September. These courses run for a total of 30 weeks during 2021-22 (September – July). These courses currently have spaces:
Art of Science (Tuesday 1.30-3.30pm)
Earth Matters (Monday 1.30-3.30pm)
Podcast & Vlog (Monday 10.30am-12.30pm)
Soundscapes (Monday 1.30-3.30pm or Tuesday 1.30-3.30pm)
Wordplay (Tuesday 10.30am-12.30pm0
Performance Art (Monday 1.30-3.30pm)
Click here for an easy read guide to all our courses.

Disability and Employment in Camden – A Conversation of Change event

Thursday, 9 September 1 – 4pm
Join CDA for a ‘conversation of change’ about what a new employment service could look like for Disabled residents of Camden.
The event will explore lived experience stories relating to employment of Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions in Camden. Using the themes and topics from these stories, together we will come-up with initial ideas for a new employment service for Disabled people and those with long term health conditions. Full details and booking at Eventbrite. Access the Easy read version here.

Kentish Town Community Champions Project

Do you work with women or girls? If so would you like to drop off resources, host a talk, or a workshop at one of our upcoming women’s days? The day will explore, signpost, and reflect on issues which are affecting women locally in Kentish Town. There is a Community Women’s day on 23rd August, and young women’s day on 16th August. For more information please email james@elfridacamden.org.uk  Find out more and sign up here.

Healthwatch Camden Domestic Abuse survey

Healthwatch Camden would like to better understand experiences of Camden residents who have experienced domestic abuse. This includes questions about the nature of the abuse, the impact it had on the victim’s health and wellbeing, if they told anyone, and their experiences if they accessed support.
This information will be used to produce a report that will outline clear next steps on how to make local services more supportive and accessible for victims of domestic abuse. Take the survey here.

Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Thursday 19th August, 2-4pm on Zoom  -sign up for the next VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum to discuss all things volunteer management.

Different Strokes Central London Group

Run by stroke survivor volunteers, for stroke survivors, and is supported by Different Strokes, Development Manager. Every Saturday from 2.00pm – 5.00pm in the Lower Club Lounge (LCL), at the Central YMCA Club in Great Russell Street.
T: 0845 130 7172 or 01908 317 618 E: info@differentstrokes.co.uk

‘Hilgrove Creates’

A series of free arts workshops run by artists on the Hilgrove estate, open to any and all Camden residents.
From sculpture to script-writing, music production to theatre performance, we have a bunch of exciting workshops planned for Camden residents this August and September. Each art form will have four workshops, which are completely free to attend!  Find out more and sign up to them here.

Discover what Camden has on offer this summer

Camden Council, Camden Learning, Young Camden Foundation, other local voluntary and community sector partners, schools, early years services and local venues, including the British Library and British Museum, are offering children, young people and families an amazing range of free and low cost activities for ages 0 to 19.  Activities for families, children + young people, ages 0-19.  Full details 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.

Coram’s Fields are recruiting an Office Assistant

See the website for more information and an application form or contact Recruitment – recruitment@coramsfields.org.uk for further information or telephone 020 7837 6138 or visit the Coram’s Fields website. Closes 9 August.

London Irish Center is Recruiting

Finance & Grant Administration Officer
Community Development Manager
Gateway Assessment Officer
Advice Officer (Housing)
Advice Officer (Welfare Benefits)
Volunteer Coordinator
To find out more visit the London Irish Centre website.

Deputy Manager (Henderson Court Health and Positive Living Hub)

£32,298 – 33,473 pa (pro rata for 21 Hours Per week)
Closing date: (5pm) Monday 9th August 2021
Age UK Camden are looking for the right person to support the manager in the line management of the Day Care Officers and volunteers in providing an excellent service to older people including those with complex care needs, providing feedback, managing performance, and identifying new areas of need and potential development.
For full details of this job and others, visit the Age UK website.

Hopscotch Employment Development Advisor

Hopscotch is currently recruiting an Employment Development Advisor to work with low paid workers, in particular carers, to provide 1:1 Information, advice and guidance, skills development and mentoring/coaching to support them to move into better opportunities. This role will require you to be supportive and understanding, and be able to deal with any issues that may arise confidently. Full details and how to apply on the Hopscotch website. Closing 11th August.

Peer coach employment opportunity

Voicability have an employed part time Peer Coach role vacancy.  If you know anyone that would be suitable and that this may be of interest to please share. Find out more and how to apply here. Closing date 9th August.

SHAK are looking for a new treasurer

SHAK are looking for a trustee who is resident to the area.
The Treasurer will have responsibilities to Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and
within accepted accounting practice, and to ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place.
Full details and how to apply on the SHAK website.  The deadline for applications is: Monday 30th August by CV and covering letter.  Further information from John Boyle jboyle@shakonline.co.uk

Casa Latina seeks Immigration Advisor

Latin American House is hiring for an In-House Immigration Advisor/Solicitor who will be part of our Legal and Social Advice Services Department.
The post holder will be qualified to provide the service and will hold at least Level 2  (advice and assistance) Registration with the Office of the Immigration services Commissioner.  More information here.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 12th of August 2021.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 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 needs 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.

Be a part of the Community Review Panel for Euston

The Euston Partnership are inviting local residents, businesses and community organisations to take part in a Community Review Panel for Euston. The new panel will form part of the new joined up delivery arrangements at Euston, providing community representatives with the opportunity to feed into the Governance and decision making process.
The panel will meet every two months and those selected will be offered training and paid £10.85 per hour. Find out more and apply before 15 August at the Camden Council website.

Restrictions Eased – some guidance

With restrictions now eased the Government, CIPD and HSE have produced guidance on keeping workplaces safe. No specific official guidance for the voluntary sector has been produced yet.  CPID say that this easing shouldn’t signal a mass return to the workplace. Some guidance on hybrid working here.

Camden Youth Offer survey

The Council is asking young people aged 12 to 18 what they do in their spare time to help ensure the Council, our voluntary and community sector partners and other local amenities, including parks, galleries & museums, have the right activities and services available for them as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
If you’re aged 12 to 18 – or you know / work with young people who are – there’s a short online survey for young people to complete and an optional prize draw for the chance to win a £50 voucher.   The survey closes on 18 September.

Apply to participate in a ‘Patient Advisory Group’ (PAG)

‘COVID-19, chronic conditions and disabilities’ project is looking for 5-9 potential collaborator patient partners.  The project aims to look at how disabled people from different minority groups within the UK have been affected by the pandemic, who have a range of long term physical and mental health conditions and/or different impairments. The communities we would like to involve include those with heritage from the following regions: South Asia, Southeast Asia, The Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Central and Eastern Europe, including undocumented migrants from those regions too.
The study also conceptualises ‘disability’ very broadly.  The commitment is over 18 months and participants will be paid £150 per day.  Contact the project here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

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
UCL are looking for new volunteering opportunities to promote to their students.  Visit their info for recruiters page to find out more.

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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Translated Resources

All Londoners aged 18 or over can get vaccinated, please share these resources so that everyone can get the best protection against COVID-19
There are translated WhatsApp audio clips to inform communities that the vaccine is freely available to all adults through the NHS and how they can get it. You will also find BBC videos in Gujarati, Punjabi, Sylheti, Tamil and Urdu, answering common questions regarding the COVID vaccination in pregnancy, as well as Q&A graphics in English.
If you do want to register with a GP and book a COVID vaccine you can find translated videos here in Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, French, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Polish, Romanian, Spanish, Tigrinya and Vietnamese. You can find further resources in community languages here.

Disability and Employment in Camden – A Conversation of Change event

Thursday, 9 September 1 – 4pm
Join CDA for a ‘conversation of change’ about what a new employment service could look like for Disabled residents of Camden.
The event will explore lived experience stories relating to employment of Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions in Camden. Using the themes and topics from these stories, together we will come-up with initial ideas for a new employment service for Disabled people and those with long term health conditions. Full details and booking at Eventbrite. Access the Easy read version here.

Kentish Town Community Champions Project

Do you work with women or girls? If so would you like to drop off resources, host a talk, or a workshop at one of our upcoming women’s days? The day will explore, signpost, and reflect on issues which are affecting women locally in Kentish Town. There is a Community Women’s day on 23rd August, and young women’s day on 16th August. For more information please email james@elfridacamden.org.uk  Find out more andn sign up here.

Healthwatch Camden Domestic Abuse survey

Healthwatch Camden would like to better understand experiences of Camden residents who have experienced domestic abuse. This includes questions about the nature of the abuse, the impact it had on the victim’s health and wellbeing, if they told anyone, and their experiences if they accessed support.
This information will be used to produce a report that will outline clear next steps on how to make local services more supportive and accessible for victims of domestic abuse. Take the survey here.

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination events near you this week

With just 69% of 30-39-year-olds and 55% of 18-29 year-olds having received a first dose of the jab, there is still work to do to persuade under 40s to come forward for vaccination.
For a full list of vaccination centres, click here. These are all free services for anyone aged 18+. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. You won’t be asked for proof of ID, address or immigration status.

Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Thursday 19th August, 2-4pm on Zoom  -sign up for the next VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum to discuss all things volunteer management.

QCCA Personal Training Sessions available for the visually impaired

Camden Health Kick project aims to bring activities and services to specific target groups. Currently the project is offering the visually impaired Personal Training Sessions with a qualified instructor.
Contact Sarah Tel: 020 7267 6635 email:  sarah@qcca.org.uk

New – fundraise within Zoom

The video meeting platform Zoom has added a donation function to its platform for all registered UK charities. It’s an easy 3 step process to add the donate button using the Pledge platform.

Different Strokes Central London Group

Run by stroke survivor volunteers, for stroke survivors, and is supported by Different Strokes, Development Manager. Every Saturday from 2.00pm – 5.00pm in the Lower Club Lounge (LCL), at the Central YMCA Club in Great Russell Street.
T: 0845 130 7172 or 01908 317 618 E: info@differentstrokes.co.uk

Newsletters

Charity Tax Group
Volunteer Centre Camden
Healthwatch Camden
Superhighways
Latin American House
Think and Do
Coram’s Fields
Young Camden Foundation
West Euston Partnership

Aviva Community Fund

Deadline 6th October. Grants of up to £50k are available for organisations to adapt or continue their vital services so they can help their beneficiaries during this time of need.  Find out more at the Aviva website.

Community Ideas Grants – Launch of a new  Walking and Cycling Grants

Thursday 5th August from 5pm – 6pm
The Community Ideas Grants will be available to smaller community groups who may not have applied for a grant before. Applicants select from a list of pre-approved project ideas to deliver in their community, and will receive further support throughout the application and the project delivery period.
This launch event will share details about the scheme and how to apply, detail what support is available, give you an idea of the project ideas.  Register here

We Make Camden Social Action Fund

Camden Giving has been awarded £90,000* to deliver the We Make Camden Social Action Fund. Organisations and individuals can apply for grants of £500-£1,500 for initiatives that support:
~ Social Action in the 4 mission areas (see below)
~ Social Cohesion
~ Local responses and solutions to challenges/ issues/ needs
In addition to the small grants, people can access support to apply, and you don’t need to be an incorporated community group or organisation to apply.
The “We Make Camden Kit” gives money and support to Camden residents and community groups who have great ideas for their communities.
Residents and community groups can apply via Camden Giving to receive up to £1,500 to deliver ideas that contribute to the four Camden missions:
~ Food poverty and sustainability
~ Diversity in positions of power
~ Health and sustainability of estates
~ Opportunities for young people

Grow Back Greener Fund now open

Grants between £10,000 and £75,000 are available across two themes: access to green space, and climate adaptation and water, to support local projects that will help create community gardens, revitalise parks, plant trees, create wildlife habitat, restore waterways and turn grey spaces into green. The fund will prioritise locations with poor access to green space and high vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.  Find out more and how to apply here.
Projects must be completed by November 2022.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Monday 13 September.

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

NAVCA Funders List

A useful list of small trusts and foundations most useful to small charities.

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 Forum is taking a break in August – the next forum is on Wednesday 15th September at 11am  Book forums here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details soon

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

The Autism Hub and ALAG are running monthly peer-led webinars for autistic adults.

The first Tuesday of each month at 19:00 – 20:30
To find out more and to join our mailing list, email –info@autismhubislington.org or contact at www.autismhubislington.org
3rd August: ‘Working together to achieve best results for the autism community’
Speakers: Co-Researcher Group members
10th August: Autism-Friendly Tourist Attractions
Speaker: Ziggy Newman

London’s First Mosque

3rd August at 6pm. London’s first mosque was established in 1895 within what is now Camden.
In this illustrated talk Abdul Maalik Tailor, Britain’s first professionally qualified Muslim Tour Guide, tells its story and examines other key Muslim history of the borough. Details and booking at Eventbrite.

‘Hilgrove Creates’

A series of free arts workshops run by artists on the Hilgrove estate, open to any and all Camden residents.
From sculpture to script-writing, music production to theatre performance, we have a bunch of exciting workshops planned for Camden residents this August and September. Each art form will have four workshops, which are completely free to attend!  Find out more and sign up to them here.

Discover what Camden has on offer this summer

Camden Council, Camden Learning, Young Camden Foundation, other local voluntary and community sector partners, schools, early years services and local venues, including the British Library and British Museum, are offering children, young people and families an amazing range of free and low cost activities for ages 0 to 19.  Activities for families, children + young people, ages 0-19.  Full details here.

AntiUniversity Festival 2021

4-12 September. New and returning Antiuni organisers are invited to chat about your event ideas, ask questions, share suggestions and find solutions together.
London North, 6 August, 7-9pm @ Cooperation Town
19-37 Highgate Road NW5 1JY Register here
Culture, Power and Politics, Summer 2021 Programme.

Four Day Peer Mentor Training course

Thursday 5th & Friday 6th August & Thursday 12th & Friday 13th August
From 10am until 4:30pm, venue London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Our peer mentors use their own lived experiences of mental health to support someone else to achieve positive changes in their lives.
To reserve your place or request further information drop an email to
camden.peermentoring@voiceability.org or call Lucy 07776769315 or Antoinette 07770012961

Talk For Health – What’s On

Talk for Health is a social enterprise that demystifies effective therapeutic talk, making it accessible to all. We make group peer to peer counselling something we can all do – whether for our own wellbeing, to help others, or both. Find out what’s on at Eventbrite.

Time to Spare Wednesday Webinars

Full details and sign up at Eventbrite.

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

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.

Coram’s Fields are recruiting an Office Assistant

See the website for more information and an application form or contact Recruitment – recruitment@coramsfields.org.uk for further information or telephone 020 7837 6138 or visit the Coram’s Fields website.

Deputy Manager (Henderson Court Health and Positive Living Hub)

£32,298 – 33,473 pa (pro rata for 21 Hours Per week)
Closing date: (5pm) Monday 9th August 2021
Age UK Camden are looking for the right person to support the manager in the line management of the Day Care Officers and volunteers in providing an excellent service to older people including those with complex care needs, providing feedback, managing performance, and identifying new areas of need and potential development.
For full details of this job and others, visit the Age UK website.

Hopscotch Employment Development Advisor

Hopscotch is currently recruiting an Employment Development Advisor to work with low paid workers, in particular carers, to provide 1:1 Information, advice and guidance, skills development and mentoring/coaching to support them to move into better opportunities. This role will require you to be supportive and understanding, and be able to deal with any issues that may arise confidently. Full details and how to apply on the Hopscotch website.

Peer coach employment opportunity

Voicability have an employed part time Peer Coach role vacancy.  If you know anyone that would be suitable and that this may be of interest to please share. Find out more and how to apply here.

MIND in Camden are advertising Two Posts

Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker – both full and part time roles are available
Senior Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker – full time, 35 hours per week
Details of both jobs can be found on the website here: www.mindincamden.org.uk/work-for-us
The closing date for all applications is at 10.00am on 2nd August 2021

SHAK are looking for a new treasurer

SHAK are looking for a trustee who is resident to the area.
The Treasurer will have responsibilities to Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and
within accepted accounting practice, and to ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place.
Full details and how to apply on the SHAK website.  The deadline for applications is: Monday 30th August by CV and covering letter.  Further information from John Boyle jboyle@shakonline.co.uk

Introduction to Coffee Skills

Start learning about careers in hospitality and coffee, in this fun, practical, introductory course. 4 days of hands-on coffee training; Lunches & travel provided; CV development support.  For residents of borough of Camden Aged 18 – 24, Unemployed and Not in training or education
Assessment Day: 4th August. Training:  9th, 10th, 11th & 13th August
You must be available for all dates
To Apply complete the application form before Monday, 2nd August
For more information, please contact info@wellgroundedjobs.co.uk

Casa Latina seeks Immigration Advisor

Latin American House is hiring for an In-House Immigration Advisor/Solicitor who will be part of our Legal and Social Advice Services Department.
The post holder will be qualified to provide the service and will hold at least Level 2  (advice and assistance) Registration with the Office of the Immigration services Commissioner.  More information here.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 12th of August 2021.

Mind in Camden are Recruiting

Senior Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker
Suit supportive and proactive leader to join our community service as a Senior Mental Health Recovery Support Worker. The post involves direct work with service users, supervising a small team of staff and working in partnership with colleagues across different sectors in Camden.
Salary: £29,638  Hours: full time (35 hrs)
Community Mental Health Recovery Support Workers
Self-motivated, caring, and dynamic Recovery Support Workers to join our community service. You’ll be primarily responsible for supporting people to identify and meet their self-defined needs and aspirations, to understand the range of options available to them and to support and connect them with appropriate community resources and services.
Salary: £23,469 (pro rata for part time staff)  Hours: full time (35 hrs) and part time (21 or 17.5 hrs) roles available
Closing Date for both jobs: 02/08/21 at 10.00am
Download an application pack at https://www.mindincamden.org.uk/work-for-us, or phone 020 7911 0822 (24hrs), or email recruitment@mindincamden.org.uk

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 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 needs 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.

Be a part of the Community Review Panel for Euston

The Euston Partnership are inviting local residents, businesses and community organisations to take part in a Community Review Panel for Euston. The new panel will form part of the new joined up delivery arrangements at Euston, providing community representatives with the opportunity to feed into the Governance and decision making process.
The panel will meet every two months and those selected will be offered training and paid £10.85 per hour. Find out more and apply before 15 August at the Camden Council website.

Camden Youth Offer survey

The Council is asking young people aged 12 to 18 what they do in their spare time to help ensure the Council, our voluntary and community sector partners and other local amenities, including parks, galleries & museums, have the right activities and services available for them as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
If you’re aged 12 to 18 – or you know / work with young people who are – there’s a short online survey for young people to complete and an optional prize draw for the chance to win a £50 voucher.   The survey closes on 18 September.

Apply to participate in a ‘Patient Advisory Group’ (PAG)

‘COVID-19, chronic conditions and disabilities’ project is looking for 5-9 potential collaborator patient partners.  The project aims to look at how disabled people from different minority groups within the UK have been affected by the pandemic, who have a range of long term physical and mental health conditions and/or different impairments. The communities we would like to involve include those with heritage from the following regions: South Asia, Southeast Asia, The Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Central and Eastern Europe, including undocumented migrants from those regions too.
The study also conceptualises ‘disability’ very broadly.  The commitment is over 18 months and participants will be paid £150 per day.  Contact the project here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Restrictions Ease Now and Furlough Ends in September

From 1 August to 30 September (when the furlough scheme ends) the Govt will pay 60% of employees’ wages for hours not worked, up to £1,875. Employers must continue to pay the difference to ensure #furloughed employees receive at least 80% of their usual wages up to a cap of £2.5k a month. See Charity Tax Group.
The Charity Retail Association has produced some useful guidelines on things to think about if you have premises as restrictions ease. Decisions on risk are now down to organisations to determine now that legal restrictions have been lifted.  There may be anxiety for staff, volunteers and users coming out of lockdown.  Staff and volunteers may be feeling burnt out.  Ask people what they are comfortable with, on an individual basis – give people the space and the confidence to say “No” if they are unhappy with the level of risk. Fresh air and ventilation are important. The NHS have 11 tips to cope with anxiety about coming out of lockdown.

Be a part of the Community Review Panel for Euston

The Euston Partnership are inviting local residents, businesses and community organisations to take part in a Community Review Panel for Euston. The new panel will form part of the new joined up delivery arrangements at Euston, providing community representatives with the opportunity to feed into the Governance and decision making process.
The panel will bring together community representatives, including resident groups, business and voluntary sector groups, and give them the opportunity to be closer to and influence decision making. The panel will meet every two months and those selected will be offered training and paid £10.85 per hour. Find out more and apply at the Camden Council website.

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination events near you this week

For the full list, visit camden.gov.uk/getting-the-vaccine. These are all free services for anyone aged 18+. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. You won’t be asked for proof of ID, address or immigration status.

Camden Youth Offer survey

The Council is asking young people aged 12 to 18 what they do in their spare time to help ensure the Council, our voluntary and community sector partners and other local amenities, including parks, galleries & museums, have the right activities and services available for them as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
If you’re aged 12 to 18 – or you know / work with young people who are – there’s a short online survey for young people to complete and an optional prize draw for the chance to win a £50 voucher.   The survey closes on 18 September.

London’s First Mosque

3rd August at 6pm. London’s first mosque was established in 1895 within what is now Camden.
In this illustrated talk Abdul Maalik Tailor, Britain’s first professionally qualified Muslim Tour Guide, tells its story and examines other key Muslim history of the borough. Details and booking at Eventbrite.

‘Hilgrove Creates’

A series of free arts workshops run by artists on the Hilgrove estate, open to any and all Camden residents.
From sculpture to script-writing, music production to theatre performance, we have a bunch of exciting workshops planned for Camden residents this August and September. Each art form will have four workshops, which are completely free to attend!  Find out more and sign up to them here.

Discover what Camden has on offer this summer

After a year like no other, the school summer holiday is here. Camden Council, Camden Learning, Young Camden Foundation, other local voluntary and community sector partners, schools, early years services and local venues, including the British Library and British Museum, are excited about offering children, young people and families an amazing range of free and low cost activities for ages 0 to 19.  Activities for families, children + young people, ages 0-19.  Full details here.

AntiUniversity Festival 2021

4-12 September. New and returning Antiuni organisers are invited to chat about your event ideas, ask questions, share suggestions and find solutions together.
London North, 6 August, 7-9pm @ Cooperation Town
19-37 Highgate Road NW5 1JY Register here
Culture, Power and Politics, Summer 2021 Programme.

Apply to participate in a ‘Patient Advisory Group’ (PAG)

‘COVID-19, chronic conditions and disabilities’ project is looking for 5-9 potential collaborator patient partners.  The project aims to look at how disabled people from different minority groups within the UK have been affected by the pandemic, who have a range of long term physical and mental health conditions and/or different impairments. The communities we would like to involve include those with heritage from the following regions: South Asia, Southeast Asia, The Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Central and Eastern Europe, including undocumented migrants from those regions too.
The study also conceptualises ‘disability’ very broadly.  The commitment is over 18 months and participants will be paid £150 per day.  Contact the project here.

Newsletters

Think and Do
Camden Carers
Small Green Shoots
Coram’s Fields
Camden Disabled Voices
Transition Kentish Town
Young Camden Foundation
West Euston Partnership

How many Olympics does it take to repay £425m?

It’s been nearly 10 years and two Olympics since the London Olympic and Paralympic Games. Despite all the good vibes and volunteering spirit around London 2012, it’s not well understood that Britain’s charities and community groups sacrificed hugely to make these events successful. And nearly a decade on, they’re still waiting for the UK Government to make good on a promise to repay a massive debt.

Charities warned about fraud risk after data breach at National Lottery Community Fund

Personal details linked to thousands of charities could be at risk following a data breach at the National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF).
The data includes the names, dates of birth and bank details (NOT PINs, Passwords or Card details) of people who applied for funds from NLCF’s UK portfolio, England funding or Building Better Opportunities programme between September 2013 and December 2019. Full details at Civil Society.

So-called ‘Freedom Day’ raises as many questions as answers

What does ‘Freedom Day’ really mean for charities in the UK? Jay Kennedy, takes a look into how this day might affect you and your organisation.

Community Ideas Grants – Launch of a new  Walking and Cycling Grants

Thursday 5th August from 5pm – 6pm
The Community Ideas Grants will be available to smaller community groups, charities and social enterprises who may not have applied for a grant before. Applicants select from a list of pre-approved project ideas to deliver in their community, and will receive further support throughout the application and the project delivery period.
This launch event will share details about the scheme and how to apply, detail what support is available, give you an idea of the project ideas.  Register here

We Make Camden Social Action Fund

Camden Giving has been awarded £90,000* to deliver the We Make Camden Social Action Fund. Organisations and individuals can apply for grants of £500-£1,500 for initiatives that support:
~ Social Action in the 4 mission areas (see below)
~ Social Cohesion
~ Local responses and solutions to challenges/ issues/ needs
In addition to the small grants, people can access support to apply, and you don’t need to be an incorporated community group or organisation to apply.
The “We Make Camden Kit” gives money and support to Camden residents and community groups who have great ideas for their communities.
Residents and community groups can apply via Camden Giving’s website to receive up to £1,500 to deliver ideas that contribute to four core themes, also known as Camden’s missions:
~ Food poverty and sustainability
~ Diversity in positions of power
~ Health and sustainability of estates
~ Opportunities for young people

Grow Back Greener Fund now open

Grants between £10,000 and £75,000 are available across two themes: access to green space, and climate adaptation and water, to support local projects that will help create community gardens, revitalise parks, plant trees, create wildlife habitat, restore waterways and turn grey spaces into green. The fund will prioritise locations with poor access to green space and high vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.  Find out more and how to apply here.
Projects must be completed by November 2022.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Monday 13 September.

Shared Endeavour Fund 2021/22

If you are a Civil Society organisation working in London and wish to deliver projects that tackle racism, hate, intolerance, extremism, or radicalisation, then find out more and see if you could apply for funding.
Applications may be submitted before the deadline of 9am on 3rd August 2021. You can find full details here

Future Changemakers Fund – Deadline Sunday!

The Future Changemakers Fund panel will consider projects which will improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25, with a focus on:
1. Providing opportunities for young people to have positive and relatable role models or mentors.
2. Skills and Employment opportunities to improve mental health, life skills and career progression.
Grants are up to £10,000. Applications can be made directly to Camden Giving

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

NAVCA Funders List

A useful list of small trusts and foundations most useful to small charities.

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 Forum is taking a break in August – the next forum is on Wednesday 15th September at 11am  Book forums here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details soon

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

Disabled Camden Residents to Steer CIL

A new Steering Group, for Disabled Camden Residents, will drive forward the mission and values for the Greenwood Centre for Independent Living
Please share and encourage disabled residents to contact CDA and be part of shaping the Greenwood Centre for the future.
The meeting will take place online on Thursday 29th July at 2pm until 4.30pm. Full details here.  Email Brendan Brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Have your say on Euston’s parks and open spaces!

Camden Council is currently updating the Euston Area Plan, a planning policy framework, which sets a long term vision for the area, including helping to ensure that development in the area meets community needs. Details here.

Four Day Peer Mentor Training course

Thursday 5th & Friday 6th August & Thursday 12th & Friday 13th August
From 10am until 4:30pm, venue London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Our peer mentors use their own lived experiences of mental health to support someone else to achieve positive changes in their lives.
To reserve your place or request further information drop an email to
camden.peermentoring@voiceability.org or call Lucy 07776769315 or Antoinette 07770012961

Talk For Health – What’s On

Talk for Health is a social enterprise that demystifies effective therapeutic talk, making it accessible to all. We make group peer to peer counselling something we can all do – whether for our own wellbeing, to help others, or both. Find out what’s on at Eventbrite.

Time to Spare Wednesday Webinars

Full details and sign up at Eventbrite.

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

Sands United FC

If you’re affected by the loss of a child, there’s a team waiting for you to join. Contact Sands, the Stillbirth and neonatal death charity. sufclondon@gmail.com

Good Conversations in Challenging Times – MECC skills online training

New dates for July and August available to book now
An online course ideal for anyone that talks to people about Covid-19 related issues. Also a specific course for conversations about the Covid-19 vaccine, particularly where people may be unsure or unmotivated to take it.  Free to attend for anyone who works, volunteers or lives in Camden or Islington.

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

Play Scheme- Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm
£6 per day. Age:  5 to 8 year olds. Limited spaces
To register contact: Indira Vyas at The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5 4EZ. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 ext: 1 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk   www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

SHAK are looking for a new treasurer

SHAK are looking for a trustee who is resident to the area.
The Treasurer will have responsibilities to Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and
within accepted accounting practice, and to ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place.
Full details and how to apply on the SHAK website.  The deadline for applications is: Monday 30th August by CV and covering letter.  Further information from John Boyle jboyle@shakonline.co.uk

MIND in Camden are advertising Two Posts

Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker – both full and part time roles are available
Senior Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker – full time, 35 hours per week
Details of both jobs can be found on the website here: www.mindincamden.org.uk/work-for-us
The closing date for all applications is at 10.00am on 2nd August 2021

Introduction to Coffee Skills

Start learning about careers in hospitality and coffee, in this fun, practical, introductory course. 4 days of hands-on coffee training; Lunches & travel provided; CV development support.  For residents of borough of Camden Aged 18 – 24, Unemployed and Not in training or education
Assessment Day: 4th August. Training:  9th, 10th, 11th & 13th August
You must be available for all dates
To Apply complete the application form before Monday, 2nd August
For more information, please contact info@wellgroundedjobs.co.uk

Casa Latina seeks Immigration Advisor

Latin American House is hiring for an In-House Immigration Advisor/Solicitor who will be part of our Legal and Social Advice Services Department.
The post holder will be qualified to provide the service and will hold at least Level 2  (advice and assistance) Registration with the Office of the Immigration services Commissioner.  More information here.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 12th of August 2021.

Retail Manager (Age UK Camden Charity Boutiques)

£23,361 35 hours per week (full time)  Closing date: Monday 26th July 5 pm
To manage our charity shop and associated retail activities including Pop-ups & E-Commerce with commercial acumen and entrepreneurial skills.
The organisation has a vision to grow our Retail function to increase income and community support.
To Apply and for more information please click on here.

Latin American House is looking for an EUSS Applications Officer

The post holder will be qualified to provide the service, and will at least have the Level 1 (Level 1 EUSS only is accepted for this post) of advice and assistance according to the OISC. The candidate will be able to speak Spanish and/or Portuguese at a conversational level. Deadline 1st August.
Follow the link to apply: https://casalatina.org.uk/get-involved/vacancies/

Mind in Camden are Recruiting

Senior Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker
Suit supportive and proactive leader to join our community service as a Senior Mental Health Recovery Support Worker. The post involves direct work with service users, supervising a small team of staff and working in partnership with colleagues across different sectors in Camden.
Salary: £29,638  Hours: full time (35 hrs)
Community Mental Health Recovery Support Workers
Self-motivated, caring, and dynamic Recovery Support Workers to join our community service. You’ll be primarily responsible for supporting people to identify and meet their self-defined needs and aspirations, to understand the range of options available to them and to support and connect them with appropriate community resources and services.
Salary: £23,469 (pro rata for part time staff)  Hours: full time (35 hrs) and part time (21 or 17.5 hrs) roles available
Closing Date for both jobs: 02/08/21 at 10.00am
Download an application pack at https://www.mindincamden.org.uk/work-for-us, or phone 020 7911 0822 (24hrs), or email recruitment@mindincamden.org.uk

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 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 needs 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.

Covid-19 vaccination programme

Covid vaccinations now open to all adults over 18.
The vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and those around you.
You can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment without needing an invitation letter.
There are walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics running across North Central London and some clinics have evening appointments. You can visit a walk-in clinic or book an appointment at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or by calling 119.
Further information is available here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Voluntary Action Forum

The next Voluntary Action Forum is about the new reality – How have your Plans, Learning and Challenges moved forward?
~ As all restrictions come to an end what will you be doing to bring services and activities to Camden residents?
~ How has this changed from your pre-pandemic activities?
Come along and share you plans and challenges.  What have you learnt?  What tools have you found useful and will continue to use post lockdown?
A selection of local groups and organisations are invited to present. Time to Spare will tell us about their new tool for foodbanks. Contact info@vac.org.uk Full details here.

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination events near you this week

For the full list, visit camden.gov.uk/getting-the-vaccine. These are all free services for anyone aged 18+. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. You won’t be asked for proof of ID, address or immigration status.

Flooding in Camden

Many parts of Camden were affected by floods on Monday as a result of heavy rain.  VCS organisations have been affected including flooding in the basement of The Winch.  Details from Camden Council, the CNJ and Ham & High.

Discover what Camden has on offer this summer

Activities for families, children + young people, ages 0-19.  Full details here.

Have your say on Euston’s parks and open spaces!

Camden Council is currently updating the Euston Area Plan, a planning policy framework, which sets a long term vision for the area, including helping to ensure that development in the area meets community needs. Details here.

Newsletters

Camden Carers
Small Green Shoots
Inclusion London
Coram’s Fields
London Plus
Camden Disabled Voices
Transition Kentish Town
Camden Lets
Young Camden Foundation
West Euston Partnership

Report warns UK Government is in breach of UN Treaty to eliminate race discrimination and is at risk of failing its Human Rights Obligations

A new report from the Runnymede Trust, compiled with evidence from over 100 civil society organisations, has found that the Government is in breach of key articles of the UN treaty the International Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Details in the Voice.

We Make Camden Social Action Fund

Camden Giving has been awarded £90,000* to deliver the We Make Camden Social Action Fund. Organisations and individuals can apply for grants of £500-£1,500 for initiatives that support:
~ Social Action in the 4 mission areas (see below)
~ Social Cohesion
~ Local responses and solutions to challenges/ issues/ needs
In addition to the small grants, people can access support to apply, and you don’t need to be an incorporated community group or organisation to apply.
The “We Make Camden Kit” gives money and support to Camden residents and community groups who have great ideas for their communities.
Residents and community groups can apply via Camden Giving’s website to receive up to £1,500 to deliver ideas that contribute to four core themes, also known as Camden’s missions:
~ Food poverty and sustainability
~ Diversity in positions of power
~ Health and sustainability of estates
~ Opportunities for young people

Grow Back Greener Fund now open

Grants between £10,000 and £75,000 are available across two themes: access to green space, and climate adaptation and water, to support local projects that will help create community gardens, revitalise parks, plant trees, create wildlife habitat, restore waterways and turn grey spaces into green. The fund will prioritise locations with poor access to green space and high vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.  Find out more and how to apply here.
Projects must be completed by November 2022.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Monday 13 September.

Shared Endeavour Fund 2021/22

If you are a Civil Society organisation working in London and wish to deliver projects that tackle racism, hate, intolerance, extremism, or radicalisation, then find out more and see if you could apply for funding.
Applications may be submitted before the deadline of 9am on 3rd August 2021. You can find full details here

Future Changemakers Fund is open

The Future Changemakers Fund panel will consider projects which will improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25, with a focus on:
1. Providing opportunities for young people to have positive and relatable role models or mentors.
2. Skills and Employment opportunities to improve mental health, life skills and career progression.
Grants are up to £10,000. Applications can be made directly to Camden Giving

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

London Fund for Racialised Communities

The BME Health Forum has opened a first funding round for organisations wishing to help communities in London experiencing racial inequality meet their immediate needs related to Covid-19. Grants of up to £20,000 are available for applications received by 12 noon (BST), Monday 26 July 2021.
This funding round is for charities and social enterprises with an average annual income of at least £100,000 but less than £600,000.
A second funding round for organisations with incomes less than £100,000
will be run no later than 1st September 2021.
Details of the opportunity and how to apply can be found here

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales

The Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales funds small and medium sized local charities, funding  work helping people overcome complex social issues across England and Wales. Aimed at registered charities with an annual income of £25,000 to £1 million with a track record of helping people on a journey of positive change through in-depth, holistic and person-centred support. The focus is on work supporting adults and young people aged 17+. Unrestricted grants of up to £50,000 over 2 years, together with development support for your charity. Our programme has two strands, Complex Social Issues and Racial Equity. For more information and to apply, visit the website

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details 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.
Next Forum is on Wednesday 21st July at 11am: is about the new reality – How have your Plans, Learning and Challenges moved forward? Details here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details soon

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

Disabled Camden Residents to Steer CIL

A new Steering Group, for Disabled Camden Residents, will drive forward the mission and values for the Greenwood Centre for Independent Living
Please share and encourage disabled residents to contact CDA and be part of shaping the Greenwood Centre for the future.
The meeting will take place online on Thursday 29th July at 2pm until 4.30pm. Full details here.  Email Brendan Brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Four Day Peer Mentor Training course

Thursday 5th & Friday 6th August & Thursday 12th & Friday 13th August
From 10am until 4:30pm, venue London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Our peer mentors use their own lived experiences of mental health to support someone else to achieve positive changes in their lives.
To reserve your place or request further information drop an email to
camden.peermentoring@voiceability.org or call Lucy 07776769315 or Antoinette 07770012961

Talk For Health – What’s On

Talk for Health is a social enterprise that demystifies effective therapeutic talk, making it accessible to all. We make group peer to peer counselling something we can all do – whether for our own wellbeing, to help others, or both. Find out what’s on at Eventbrite.

Time to Spare Wednesday Webinars

Full details and sign up at Eventbrite.

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

Free Event: Be Well Day  21st July

Central YMCA is running a free Wellbeing and Movement event at their YMCA KX venue in Kings Cross. The event is in response to the increase in inactivity, loneliness, depression and anxiety brought on by the covid-19 pandemic.
We invite you to come along and participate in a series of classes and workshops including Yoga, Pilates, Nutrition and Meditation to help you to reconnect with your mind and revitalise your body. www.ymca.co.uk/bewellday

Sands United FC

If you’re affected by the loss of a child, there’s a team waiting for you to join. Contact Sands, the Stillbirth and neonatal death charity. sufclondon@gmail.com

Good Conversations in Challenging Times – MECC skills online training

New dates for July and August available to book now
An online course ideal for anyone that talks to people about Covid-19 related issues. Also a specific course for conversations about the Covid-19 vaccine, particularly where people may be unsure or unmotivated to take it.  Free to attend for anyone who works, volunteers or lives in Camden or Islington.

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

Play Scheme- Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm
£6 per day. Age:  5 to 8 year olds. Limited spaces
To register contact: Indira Vyas at The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5 4EZ. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 ext: 1 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk   www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Families, Food & Feelings

The Families, Food & Feelings group is FREE for parents/carers of children aged 5-17 who live or are registered with a GP in Islington or Camden. The group aims to support parents/carers in encouraging their children to live happy, healthy lives. The facilitators provide strategies and insight to help parents/carers feel confident. Find out more at the Brandon Centre website.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

Casa Latina seeks Immigration Advisor

Latin American House is hiring for an In-House Immigration Advisor/Solicitor who will be part of our Legal and Social Advice Services Department.
The post holder will be qualified to provide the service and will hold at least Level 2  (advice and assistance) Registration with the Office of the Immigration services Commissioner.  More information here.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 12th of August 2021.

Retail Manager (Age UK Camden Charity Boutiques)

£23,361 35 hours per week (full time)  Closing date: Monday 26th July 5 pm
To manage our charity shop and associated retail activities including Pop-ups & E-Commerce with commercial acumen and entrepreneurial skills.
The organisation has a vision to grow our Retail function to increase income and community support.
To Apply and for more information please click on here.

Community Fibre Digital Ambassador Recruitment

A webinar on Wednesday 21st July 2021 to introduce the Digital Ambassador program to the public to recruit volunteers from local communities. This will give potential volunteers the opportunity to learn more, ask questions and meet an active ambassador who can share some of their experience. Details here.

Castlehaven are looking for a Project Coordinator

Are you a friendly, proactive and highly organised person that is passionate about working with older people? Then Castlehaven has the perfect job for you. We are looking for a part-time (32hrs p/w) Project Coordinator to support Castlehaven’s Ageactivity 60+ Project Manager and Outreach worker, to deliver our wonderful older people’s project. Find out more about the role and how to apply at castlehaven.org.uk/about/vacancies-volunteers

Latin American House is looking for an EUSS Applications Officer

The post holder will be qualified to provide the service, and will at least have the Level 1 (Level 1 EUSS only is accepted for this post) of advice and assistance according to the OISC. The candidate will be able to speak Spanish and/or Portuguese at a conversational level.
Follow the link to apply: https://casalatina.org.uk/get-involved/vacancies/

Mind in Camden are Recruiting

Senior Community Mental Health Recovery Support Worker
Suit supportive and proactive leader to join our community service as a Senior Mental Health Recovery Support Worker. The post involves direct work with service users, supervising a small team of staff and working in partnership with colleagues across different sectors in Camden.
Salary: £29,638  Hours: full time (35 hrs)
Community Mental Health Recovery Support Workers
Self-motivated, caring, and dynamic Recovery Support Workers to join our community service. You’ll be primarily responsible for supporting people to identify and meet their self-defined needs and aspirations, to understand the range of options available to them and to support and connect them with appropriate community resources and services.
Salary: £23,469 (pro rata for part time staff)  Hours: full time (35 hrs) and part time (21 or 17.5 hrs) roles available
Closing Date for both jobs: 02/08/21 at 10.00am
Download an application pack at https://www.mindincamden.org.uk/work-for-us, or phone 020 7911 0822 (24hrs), or email recruitment@mindincamden.org.uk

Paid work experience on Hampstead Heath

Are you interested in nature and the environment? Join Heath Hands for a paid work experience opportunity on Hampstead Heath this summer. Open to Camden residents, with priority given to those under-represented in the environmental sector. More information here.

Office Administrator at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Elfrida Rathbone Camden is recruiting a permanent part-time (four days a week) Office Administrator to help run their offices in Kentish Town.   Elfrida works with young disabled people and families.
£27,379 per year (£21,903 pro rata for 28 hours per week)
Closing date is Monday 19 July at 10am.
https://www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/jobs/

Vaccine Volunteers Wanted

There are three roles to fill:
• Marshals, who welcome people to the centres and guide them through the process, helping maintain social distancing and clean conditions.
• Reception administrators, who log people in, check appointment details and deal with any initial non-clinical questions.
• Vaccination administrators who sit with the medical staff and ensure that vaccine details are added to patient records.
You will need to be willing to sign up for half-day sessions – as little or as often as you can. contact: email: camden.healthpartners@nhs.net

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 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 needs 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.

Covid-19 vaccination programme

Covid vaccinations now open to all adults over 18.
The vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and those around you.
You can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment without needing an invitation letter.
There are walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics running across North Central London and some clinics have evening appointments. You can visit a walk-in clinic or book an appointment at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or by calling 119.
Further information is available here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Voluntary Action Forum

The next Voluntary Action Forum is about the new reality – How have your Plans, Learning and Challenges moved forward?
~ As all restrictions come to an end what will you be doing to bring services and activities to Camden residents?
~ How has this changed from your pre-pandemic activities?
Come along and share you plans and challenges.  What have you learnt?  What tools have you found useful and will continue to use post lockdown?
A selection of local groups and organisations are invited to present. Time to Spare will tell us about their new tool for foodbanks. Contact info@vac.org.uk Full details here.

Disabled Camden Residents to Steer CIL

A new Steering Group, for Disabled Camden Residents, will drive forward the mission and values for the Greenwood Centre for Independent Living
Please share and encourage disabled residents to contact CDA and be part of shaping the Greenwood Centre for the future.
The meeting will take place online on Thursday 29th July at 2pm until 4.30pm. Full details here.  Email Brendan Brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Young Trainees programme – Bloomsbury Festival

Kings Cross and Brunswick Neighbourhood Association (KCBNA)  in partnership with the Bloomsbury Festival are offering 5 paid part time traineeships at £11 p/h for young people aged 16-25 who live, study or have a connection to Camden – starting in mid-August.
You will have skills training in photography, sound, video filming, digital projection and an introduction to Bangladeshi heritage as the project marks the 50th anniversary of Bangladeshi Independence.
Any questions, please contact shofi.muhammod@kcbna.org.uk
To apply please write up to 500 words or a 2 minute video telling us why you are the perfect candidate.  Closing date  Friday 16 July 5pm
Please send your entry to junna@bloomsburyfestival.org.uk

Four Day Peer Mentor Training course

Thursday 5th & Friday 6th August & Thursday 12th & Friday 13th August
From 10am until 4:30pm, venue London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, London NW1 9XB
Our peer mentors use their own lived experiences of mental health to support someone else to achieve positive changes in their lives.
To reserve your place or request further information drop an email to
camden.peermentoring@voiceability.org or call Lucy 07776769315 or Antoinette 07770012961

Have your say – the future of employment and skills in London

City Hall wants to hear from your communities about the future of employment and skills in London.
We are inviting all organisations who work directly with Londoners to host a ‘Community Conversation’ to gather Londoners’ views, with applications for an access grant (up to £500) to support this open until Sunday 18 July 2021 (extended deadline). The deadline to host a Community Conversation is Sunday 8 August 2021. Your organisation can also submit its own response to the consultation through this link.

Talk For Health – What’s On

Talk for Health is a social enterprise that demystifies effective therapeutic talk, making it accessible to all. We make group peer to peer counselling something we can all do – whether for our own wellbeing, to help others, or both. Find out what’s on at Eventbrite.

Time to Spare Wednesday Webinars

Full details and sign up at Eventbrite.

Newsletters

Camden Carers
Camden Disabled Voices
Small Green Shoots
Transition Kentish Town
Camden Lets
West Euston Partnership

Large charities won a quarter of government Covid funding intended for smaller charities

Hundreds of grants from the Coronavirus Community Support Fund (CCSF) were awarded to charities with incomes over £1m, even though the fund was established to help small and medium-sized charities cope with the impact of the pandemic. Full story in Civil Society.

Shared Endeavour Fund 2021/22

If you are a Civil Society organisation working in London and wish to deliver projects that tackle racism, hate, intolerance, extremism, or radicalisation, then find out more and see if you could apply for funding.
Applications may be submitted before the deadline of 9am on 3rd August 2021. You can find full details here.

Future Changemakers Fund is open

The Future Changemakers Fund panel will consider projects which will improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25, with a focus on:
1. Providing opportunities for young people to have positive and relatable role models or mentors.
2. Skills and Employment opportunities to improve mental health, life skills and career progression.
Grants are up to £10,000. Applications can be made directly to Camden Giving

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

London Fund for Racialised Communities

The BME Health Forum has opened a first funding round for organisations wishing to help communities in London experiencing racial inequality meet their immediate needs related to Covid-19. Grants of up to £20,000 are available for applications received by 12 noon (BST), Monday 26 July 2021.
This funding round is for charities and social enterprises with an average annual income of at least £100,000 but less than £600,000.
A second funding round for organisations with incomes less than £100,000
will be run no later than 1st September 2021.
Details of the opportunity and how to apply can be found here

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales

The Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales funds small and medium sized local charities, funding  work helping people overcome complex social issues across England and Wales. Aimed at registered charities with an annual income of £25,000 to £1 million with a track record of helping people on a journey of positive change through in-depth, holistic and person-centred support. The focus is on work supporting adults and young people aged 17+. Unrestricted grants of up to £50,000 over 2 years, together with development support for your charity. Our programme has two strands, Complex Social Issues and Racial Equity. For more information and to apply, visit the website

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details 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.
Next Forum is on Wednesday 21st July at 11am: is about the new reality – How have your Plans, Learning and Challenges moved forward? Details here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

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

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

Free Event: Be Well Day  21st July

Central YMCA is running a free Wellbeing and Movement event at their YMCA KX venue in Kings Cross. The event is in response to the increase in inactivity, loneliness, depression and anxiety brought on by the covid-19 pandemic.
We invite you to come along and participate in a series of classes and workshops including Yoga, Pilates, Nutrition and Meditation to help you to reconnect with your mind and revitalise your body. www.ymca.co.uk/bewellday

Sands United FC

If you’re affected by the loss of a child, there’s a team waiting for you to join. Contact Sands, the Stillbirth and neonatal death charity. sufclondon@gmail.com

Good Conversations in Challenging Times – MECC skills online training

New dates for July and August available to book now
An online course ideal for anyone that talks to people about Covid-19 related issues. Also a specific course for conversations about the Covid-19 vaccine, particularly where people may be unsure or unmotivated to take it.  Free to attend for anyone who works, volunteers or lives in Camden or Islington.

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

Play Scheme- Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm
£6 per day. Age:  5 to 8 year olds. Limited spaces
To register contact: Indira Vyas at The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5 4EZ. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 ext: 1 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk   www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Families, Food & Feelings

The Families, Food & Feelings group is FREE for parents/carers of children aged 5-17 who live or are registered with a GP in Islington or Camden. The group aims to support parents/carers in encouraging their children to live happy, healthy lives. The facilitators provide strategies and insight to help parents/carers feel confident. Find out more at the Brandon Centre website.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

Hospitality jobs fair 13th July

King’s Cross Hospitality Jobs Fair which will be held on Tuesday 13 July, 10am to 2pm, 1 Wharf Road. Full details and booking at Eventbrite.

Casa Latina seeks Immigration Advisor

Latin American House is hiring for an In-House Immigration Advisor/Solicitor who will be part of our Legal and Social Advice Services Department.
The post holder will be qualified to provide the service and will hold at least Level 2  (advice and assistance) Registration with the Office of the Immigration services Commissioner.  More information here.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 12th of August 2021.

Paid work experience on Hampstead Heath

Are you interested in nature and the environment? Join Heath Hands for a paid work experience opportunity on Hampstead Heath this summer. Open to Camden residents, with priority given to those underrepresented in the environmental sector. More information here.

Four job opportunities at Camden Council

3 x Community Partner
This role will be part of a dynamic team who are responsible for facilitating a strong relationship between the Council and the Voluntary Community Sector, in two ways:
1. Building a strong and resilient sector – ensuring the sector remains as a strong vehicle to help deliver outcomes and shift to changing need
2. Identifying and putting in place arrangements for greater collaboration
Senior Community Partner (Assets and Projects)
This is a fixed term post for 2 years, with a specific brief around use of assets by the voluntary and community sector.  Whilst the role sits within the Community Partnerships Team, the post holder will be expected to work closely with the Property Team as well as developing strong relationships with voluntary community sector (VCS) partners. Closing date  Monday 12th July

The Winch seeks Senior Fundraising Officer

Working with the Winch, you’ll be supported by a welcoming, talented and diverse community of staff, volunteers and young people, as you help shape and resource our future. We will invest in your professional development and personal growth. We will support your wellbeing.  You’ll experience first-hand the impact your work makes in our neighbourhood. Full details at Charity Jobs.

Office Administrator at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Elfrida Rathbone Camden is recruiting a permanent part-time (four days a week) Office Administrator to help run their offices in Kentish Town.   Elfrida works with young disabled people and families.
£27,379 per year (£21,903 pro rata for 28 hours per week)
Closing date is Monday 19 July at 10am.
https://www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/jobs/

The Caraf Centre is Recruiting Two Posts

Nursery Nurse/Practitioner wanted at Sunshine Day Nursery
The Caraf Centre’s Sunshine Day Nursery is fully committed to the care and safeguarding of children. The successful applicants will work with children aged 1 to 4 years old. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly setting based in the London Borough of Camden.
Play Leader and Play Workers wanted at The Caraf Centre’s new Holiday Play Scheme
We’re looking to recruit Fun Zone staff to supervise and assist in the delivery of our play scheme. All hours between 8.30 a.m to 5.30 p.m on a rota basis, therefore you must available during all relevant school holiday dates.
To find out more about either role please contact
Indira Vyas or Juma Laila on 0207 284 0030 Ext: 203
E: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk  web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk
The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent NW5 4EZ

Vaccine Volunteers Wanted

There are three roles to fill:
• Marshals, who welcome people to the centres and guide them through the process, helping maintain social distancing and clean conditions.
• Reception administrators, who log people in, check appointment details and deal with any initial non-clinical questions.
• Vaccination administrators who sit with the medical staff and ensure that vaccine details are added to patient records.
You will need to be willing to sign up for half-day sessions – as little or as often as you can. contact: email: camden.healthpartners@nhs.net

Sante Project seeks Befriender Volunteers

Sante Project provides support for refugees and mental health.  Currently Sante is recruiting befrienders.  Full training and support is provided.  Knowledge of an additional language is desirable.  Contact Ruth Appleton appletonruth@gmail.com

PENHA seeks Programme Manager Volunteer

Volunteer/pro-bono (three  days per week).
Deadline 10.07.2021
PENHA, the Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa, is an African inspired and African led organisation working among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities. Its main mission is to promote sustainable development among pastoral and agro-pastoral communities through gender equality, resilience, enterprise and innovation, and regional cooperation across the Horn of Africa. Full details and how to apply on the PENHA website.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 2021.

LAWRS seeks Violence Against Women & Girls Worker

Part time: 3 days (21 hours) per week £27,550 per annum pro rata
We are seeking for a committed Latin American woman to join LAWRS’ Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) team,  which supports Latin American women affected by VAWG (e.g. domestic abuse, sexual violence, harmful practices, trafficking for sexual exploitation and other forms of gender-based violence).  Full details at Charity Jobs.

Camden Mind Ventures Charity Shop Retail Manager

35 hrs pw Salary £22,000 pa 25 days A/L plus 8 bank holiday days
Camden Mind Ventures runs a busy charity shop located in the heart of Camden Town on behalf of Mind in Camden, a mental health charity.
The aim of the shop is to generate vital funds to continue the work of the charity which supports people of all ages who have substantial mental health issues.
We need a commercially aware manager with a passion for maximising income for the charity to take responsibility for managing the shop to ensure it meets its aim, ideally with experience of charity shops, though this is not essential.
Application packs are available from 020 7911 0822 or admin@mindincamden.org.uk or can be downloaded from www.mindincamden.org.uk/support-us/jobs
Closing Date: Monday 12 July 12.00 noon.

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 needs 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.

London Irish Centre Office Space

There are 3 office  spaces available for rent at the London Irish Centre in Camden Square, NW1.
Space 1 – one desk office – £480 per month
Space 2 – three desk office – £700 per month
Space 3 – 3 offices – 6 desk spaces – £1200 per month
For more information contact Jen on 07947 109 064. Full details here.

Covid-19 vaccination programme

Covid vaccinations now open to all adults over 18.
The vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and those around you.
You can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment without needing an invitation letter.
There are walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics running across North Central London and some clinics have evening appointments. You can visit a walk-in clinic or book an appointment at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or by calling 119.
Further information is available here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Vaccine Pop Up

On Thursday 8 July, the NHS will be running pop-up vaccination centre in Kilburn at Kilburn Library. Anyone aged 18 and over is welcome. Book an appointment by clicking this link of if you need support to book, call Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 (option 9).  Walk-ins accepted but please try to book in advance if you can to guarantee your appointment.
The COVID-19 community vaccination bus will be at:-
• Friday 2nd July 3 – 7pm  QCCA. Ashdown Crescent
• Saturday 3rd July 10am – 2pm  Sidings Community Centre, Brassey Rd
• Tuesday 6th July 3 – 7pm  Sidings Community Centre, Brassey Rd
This is a free service for anyone who is currently eligible for the vaccine. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. Book in advance 020 7974 4444 (option 9). You can turn up  during operating times but please try to book in advance.

Last Chance to Get Involved in Holiday Activites and Food Programme

Join the Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) for this Summer and/or Christmas Holidays. The Camden HAF is a new Department for Education (DfE) funded programme of Holiday Activities for children and young people aged 5-16 years.
please email an expression of interest by 2 July (today!) to: info@youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk
Organisations can also contact either Keith Morgan keith@youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk or Robin.Partridge@camden.gov.uk with any queries.

Free Event: Be Well Day  21st July

Central YMCA is running a free Wellbeing and Movement event at their YMCA KX venue in Kings Cross. The event is in response to the increase in inactivity, loneliness, depression and anxiety brought on by the covid-19 pandemic.
We invite you to come along and participate in a series of classes and workshops including Yoga, Pilates, Nutrition and Meditation to help you to reconnect with your mind and revitalise your body. www.ymca.co.uk/bewellday

18-24s Virtual Careers Fair from National Careers Service

Across 2 days – 6th and 7th July, the National Careers Service in London and West Midlands will bring together young jobseekers and employers from across the regions to provide up-to-date information on the latest opportunities for young people. Details and booking at Eventbrite.

Sands United FC

If you’re affected by the loss of a child, there’s a team waiting for you to join. Contact Sands, the Stillbirth and neonatal death charity. sufclondon@gmail.com

Women’s Experience of London’s Street Spaces During the Pandemic

How street space changes during the pandemic have affected women’s mobility in Camden?  Take the survey here.

Good Conversations in Challenging Times – MECC skills online training

New dates for July and August available to book now
An online course ideal for anyone that talks to people about Covid-19 related issues. Also a specific course for conversations about the Covid-19 vaccine, particularly where people may be unsure or unmotivated to take it.  Free to attend for anyone who works, volunteers or lives in Camden or Islington.

The Caraf Centre Holiday Play Scheme

Play Scheme- Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm
£6 per day. Age:  5 to 8 year olds. Limited spaces
To register contact: Indira Vyas at The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, London NW5 4EZ. Phone: 020 7 284 0030 ext: 1 email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk   www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Integrated Care Systems – an introduction

Tuesday 6th July 4 – 5pm. A short introduction to understanding the new NHS structures – what they are and where the VCS fits in.  A talk for Camden Carers staff, trustees and volunteers.  Open to other Camden VCS organisations to attend.  Email Kevin for the zoom link. knunan@vac.org.uk

Newsletters

Camden Disabled Voices
Small Green Shoots
Healthwatch Camden
Coram’s Fields
The Winch
Camden People First Easy Read June News
Young Camden Foundation
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

England’s poorest areas left far behind with lack of social infrastructure

Study finds 10% worst-off wards are also least likely to get government funds to renew their communities.  Read the story in the Guardian.

Shared Endeavour Fund 2021/22

If you are a Civil Society organisation working in London and wish to deliver projects that tackle racism, hate, intolerance, extremism, or radicalisation, then find out more and see if you could apply for funding.
Applications may be submitted before the deadline of 9am on 3rd August 2021. You can find full details here.

Future Changemakers Fund is open

The Future Changemakers Fund panel will consider projects which will improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25, with a focus on:
1. Providing opportunities for young people to have positive and relatable role models or mentors.
2. Skills and Employment opportunities to improve mental health, life skills and career progression.
Grants are up to £10,000. Applications can be made directly to Camden Giving

Strengthening Civil Society programme

New Barings funding to support expert legal ‘hub’ organisations. The funding is designed to help hub organisations to scale their activities to enable them to work with more civil society organisations to challenge discrimination and disadvantage and create long-term social change. Details here.

London Fund for Racialised Communities

The BME Health Forum has opened a first funding round for organisations wishing to help communities in London experiencing racial inequality meet their immediate needs related to Covid-19. Grants of up to £20,000 are available for applications received by 12 noon (BST), Monday 26 July 2021.
This funding round is for charities and social enterprises with an average annual income of at least £100,000 but less than £600,000.
A second funding round for organisations with incomes less than £100,000
will be run no later than 1st September 2021.
Details of the opportunity and how to apply can be found here
Smaller organisations wishing to ensure they hear about the second round can join the BME Health Forum’s mailing list here

Young Camden Foundation Supplementary Education Fund – Deadline 5th July

Young Camden Foundation invites applications from supplementary schools and other organisations and out-of-school settings based in Camden who are able to deliver: Core Curriculum Subjects– an emphasis on the provision of core thematic learning to children and young people for example – extracurricular lessons, homework support, or weekend classes – in at least one or more of the following subjects: English, Mathematics and Science. To apply and for more information see here: https://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/funding/index

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales – Grant Programme Open

The Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales funds small and medium sized local charities, funding  work helping people overcome complex social issues across England and Wales. Aimed at registered charities with an annual income of £25,000 to £1 million with a track record of helping people on a journey of positive change through in-depth, holistic and person-centred support. The focus is on work supporting adults and young people aged 17+. Unrestricted grants of up to £50,000 over 2 years, together with development support for your charity. Our programme has two strands, Complex Social Issues and Racial Equity. For more information and to apply, visit the website

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details 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.
Next Forum is on Wednesday 21st July at 11am

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

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

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

Art at Home

Free online programme of six multi-sensory creative activities for people living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment, alongside their carers.
Join the next programme starting on Thursday 8th July, and continuing for the five following Thursdays from 3PM – 4PM. This programme will be delivered over Zoom by artist and founder of Engage Here, Melissa Fry. Tools and materials will be sent to each participant prior to the start of the programme.
To sign up, either email info@engage-here.co.uk or fill in this online form

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Thriving Communities webinar

National Partnership Working across the National Academy for Social Prescribing – Who we are and what we do. Find out how the NASP partnerships build sustainability and legacy, Tuesday 6th July, 3-4.30pm Details and booking here.

Families, Food & Feelings

The Families, Food & Feelings group is FREE for parents/carers of children aged 5-17 who live or are registered with a GP in Islington or Camden. The group aims to support parents/carers in encouraging their children to live happy, healthy lives. The facilitators provide strategies and insight to help parents/carers feel confident. Find out more at the Brandon Centre website.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

Four job opportunities at Camden Council

3 x Community Partner
This role will be part of a dynamic team who are responsible for facilitating a strong relationship between the Council and the Voluntary Community Sector, in two ways:
1. Building a strong and resilient sector – ensuring the sector remains as a strong vehicle to help deliver outcomes and shift to changing need
2. Identifying and putting in place arrangements for greater collaboration
Senior Community Partner (Assets and Projects)
This is a fixed term post for 2 years, with a specific brief around use of assets by the voluntary and community sector.  Whilst the role sits within the Community Partnerships Team, the post holder will be expected to work closely with the Property Team as well as developing strong relationships with voluntary community sector (VCS) partners. Closing date  Monday 12th July

The Winch seeks Senior Fundraising Officer

Working with the Winch, you’ll be supported by a welcoming, talented and diverse community of staff, volunteers and young people, as you help shape and resource our future. We will invest in your professional development and personal growth. We will support your wellbeing.  You’ll experience first-hand the impact your work makes in our neighbourhood. Full details at Charity Jobs.

Office Administrator at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Elfrida Rathbone Camden is recruiting a permanent part-time (four days a week) Office Administrator to help run their offices in Kentish Town.   Elfrida works with young disabled people and families.
£27,379 per year (£21,903 pro rata for 28 hours per week)
Closing date is Monday 19 July at 10am.
https://www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/jobs/

The Caraf Centre is Recruiting Two Posts

Nursery Nurse/Practitioner wanted at Sunshine Day Nursery
The Caraf Centre’s Sunshine Day Nursery is fully committed to the care and safeguarding of children. The successful applicants will work with children aged 1 to 4 years old. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly setting based in the London Borough of Camden.
Play Leader and Play Workers wanted at The Caraf Centre’s new Holiday Play Scheme
We’re looking to recruit Fun Zone staff to supervise and assist in the delivery of our play scheme. All hours between 8.30 a.m to 5.30 p.m on a rota basis, therefore you must available during all relevant school holiday dates.
To find out more about either role please contact
Indira Vyas or Juma Laila on 0207 284 0030 Ext: 203
E: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk  web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk
The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent NW5 4EZ

Vaccine Volunteers Wanted

There are three roles to fill:
• Marshals, who welcome people to the centres and guide them through the process, helping maintain social distancing and clean conditions.
• Reception administrators, who log people in, check appointment details and deal with any initial non-clinical questions.
• Vaccination administrators who sit with the medical staff and ensure that vaccine details are added to patient records.
You will need to be willing to sign up for half-day sessions – as little or as often as you can. contact: email: camden.healthpartners@nhs.net

Sante Project seeks Befriender Volunteers

Sante Project provides support for refugees and mental health.  Currently Sante is recruiting befrienders.  Full training and support is provided.  Knowledge of an additional language is desirable.  Contact Ruth Appleton appletonruth@gmail.com

PENHA seeks Programme Manager Volunteer

Volunteer/pro-bono (three  days per week).
Deadline 10.07.2021
PENHA, the Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa, is an African inspired and African led organisation working among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities. Its main mission is to promote sustainable development among pastoral and agro-pastoral communities through gender equality, resilience, enterprise and innovation, and regional cooperation across the Horn of Africa. Full details and how to apply on the PENHA website.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 2021.

LAWRS seeks Violence Against Women & Girls Worker

Part time: 3 days (21 hours) per week £27,550 per annum pro rata
We are seeking for a committed Latin American woman to join LAWRS’ Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) team,  which supports Latin American women affected by VAWG (e.g. domestic abuse, sexual violence, harmful practices, trafficking for sexual exploitation and other forms of gender-based violence).  Full details at Charity Jobs.

VAC is Recruiting a Communications Worker

I day per week £28k pro rata, pension, annual leave and flexible working
VAC is a small but high-profile local umbrella organisation for the Camden vcs  – part of a network of sister organisations acros the country.  The primary purpose of your role is to develop and implement the marketing & communications strategy for VAC, leading our communications such as our high-profile weekly newsletter, social media and web content.  You will need to work with all staff as well as a range of external stakeholders and partners.  As well as the VAC website and communication channels, we also run the general portal into the Camden voluntary and community sector – OneCamden.com and the @onecamden twitter.  Apply with CV and covering letter. Full details here. Deadline 30th June.

Camden Mind Ventures Charity Shop Retail Manager

35 hrs pw Salary £22,000 pa 25 days A/L plus 8 bank holiday days
Camden Mind Ventures runs a busy charity shop located in the heart of Camden Town on behalf of Mind in Camden, a mental health charity.
The aim of the shop is to generate vital funds to continue the work of the charity which supports people of all ages who have substantial mental health issues.
We need a commercially aware manager with a passion for maximising income for the charity to take responsibility for managing the shop to ensure it meets its aim, ideally with experience of charity shops, though this is not essential.
Application packs are available from 020 7911 0822 or admin@mindincamden.org.uk or can be downloaded from www.mindincamden.org.uk/support-us/jobs
Closing Date: Monday 12 July 12.00 noon.

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 needs 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.

London Irish Centre Office Space

There are 3 office  spaces available for rent at the London Irish Centre in Camden Square, NW1.
Space 1 – one desk office – £480 per month
Space 2 – three desk office – £700 per month
Space 3 – 3 offices – 6 desk spaces – £1200 per month
For more information contact Jen on 07947 109 064. Full details here.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Vaccine Bus

The COVID-19 community vaccination bus ise at  Regent’s Park Estate today.
• Friday 25 June, 3 – 7pm  near Robert Street.
This is a free service for anyone who is currently eligible for the vaccine. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated.Book in advance 020 7974 4444 (option 9). You can turn up at the bus during operating times but please try to book in advance.

Vaccine Volunteers Wanted

There are three roles to fill:
• Marshals, who welcome people to the centres and guide them through the process, helping maintain social distancing and clean conditions.
• Reception administrators, who log people in, check appointment details and deal with any initial non-clinical questions.
• Vaccination administrators who sit with the medical staff and ensure that vaccine details are added to patient records.
You will need to be willing to sign up for half-day sessions – as little or as often as you can. contact: email: camden.healthpartners@nhs.net

GoParksCamden – Discover the parks

The walking route takes in more than 20 Camden parks and waterways. Guide yourself along the trail at your own speed and for as long as you like. Find out more at Eventbrite or on the Go Parks London website.

Talk for Health

Train the Chair on Wednesday 30th June 2021 (10am-4pm)
A one day training with Nicky Forsythe is designed to give you the Talk for Health model and style of peer group facilitation to join the Talk for Health Cafe and Chair & Share Group Facilitation Team
Taster on Tuesday 6th July 2021 (4 – 6pm)
A 2 hour introduction to Talk for Health

Have your say!

Transport for London has launched an electric scooter hire trial across parts of London. We are now consulting on whether to take part and how electric scooter hire in Camden would be managed. We’re committed to exploring options for sustainable forms of transport and ways to tackle the climate crisis. The consultation closes on 12^th July 2021.

London Irish Centre Office Space

There are 3 office  spaces available for rent at the London Irish Centre in Camden Square, NW1.
Space 1 – one desk office – £480 per month
Space 2 – three desk office – £700 per month
Space 3 – 3 offices – 6 desk spaces – £1200 per month
For more information contact Jen on 07947 109 064. Full details here.

Newsletters

Coram’s Fields
The Winch
Recommend Me
Camden People First Easy Read June News
London Plus
Young Camden Foundation
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Future Changemakers Fund is open

The Future Changemakers Fund panel will consider projects which will improve the safety of Camden’s young people aged 16-25, with a focus on the following criteria:
1. Providing opportunities for young people to have positive and relatable role models or mentors.
2. Skills and Employment opportunities to improve mental health, life skills and career progression.
Grants are up to £10,000. Applications can be made directly to Camden Giving

London Fund for Racialised Communities

The BME Health Forum has opened a first funding round for organisations wishing to help communities in London experiencing racial inequality meet their immediate needs related to Covid-19. Grants of up to £20,000 are available for applications received by 12 noon (BST), Monday 26 July 2021.
This funding round is for charities and social enterprises with an average annual income of at least £100,000 but less than £600,000.
A second funding round for organisations with incomes less than £100,000
will be run no later than 1st September 2021.
Details of the opportunity and how to apply can be found here
Smaller organisations wishing to ensure they hear about the second round can join the BME Health Forum’s mailing list here

Funding and Support for Security at Places of Worship

The Home Office is offering funds for places of worship to enhance their security. Up to £56,000, and they will pay for 100% of the cost of the work. But you must act fast – entries close on 2nd July.
CST also runs a range of webinars on a variety of security related topics.  See the full list here.

Young Camden Foundation Supplementary Education Fund

Young Camden Foundation invites applications from supplementary schools and other organisations and out-of-school settings based in Camden who are able to deliver: Core Curriculum Subjects– an emphasis on the provision of core thematic learning to children and young people for example – extracurricular lessons, homework support, or weekend classes – in at least one or more of the following subjects: English, Mathematics and Science. To apply and for more information see here: https://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/funding/index

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales – Grant Programme Open

The Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales funds small and medium sized local charities, funding  work helping people overcome complex social issues across England and Wales. Aimed at registered charities with an annual income of £25,000 to £1 million with a track record of helping people on a journey of positive change through in-depth, holistic and person-centred support. The focus is on work supporting adults and young people aged 17+. Unrestricted grants of up to £50,000 over 2 years, together with development support for your charity. Our programme has two strands, Complex Social Issues and Racial Equity. For more information and to apply, visit the website

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

Windrush Community Fund Phase 2

Grants of between £2,500 and £25,000 are available to:
~ Increase awareness and understanding of the Windrush Scheme and Windrush Compensation Scheme or both.
~ Reach more communities and those individuals who may have been affected because they could not prove their lawful status in the UK.
~ Ensure that individuals and communities know how to apply.
~ Build capacity at a community and grassroots level to support those affected to access the schemes.  Full details here.  Closes 30 June.

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.
Next Forum is on Wednesday 21st July at 11am

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Introduction to Safeguarding for Trustees
Wednesday, June 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
The Charity Commission for England and Wales states that “safeguarding should be a key governance priority for all charity trustees”.
https://vac.org.uk/event/introduction-to-safeguarding-for-trustees-2/

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

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

Art at Home

Free online programme of six multi-sensory creative activities for people living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment, alongside their carers.
Join the next programme starting on Thursday 8th July, and continuing for the five following Thursdays from 3PM – 4PM. This programme will be delivered over Zoom by artist and founder of Engage Here, Melissa Fry. Tools and materials will be sent to each participant prior to the start of the programme.
To sign up, either email info@engage-here.co.uk or fill in this online form

NHS Picnic

Islington and Camden Keep Our NHS Public branches are planning to hold a picnic on Saturday 3rd July to celebrate the NHS 73rd birthday.  It will be held in the St Pancras Gardens from 1pm to 4pm. Bring your own picnic and non-alcoholic drinks. Details at Eventbrite.

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Route into Work with London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum will be hosting a range of summer courses for young people. Find out more here.
If you have any questions, please contact RouteIntoWork@ltmuseum.co.uk.

Thriving Communities webinar

National Partnership Working across the National Academy for Social Prescribing – Who we are and what we do. Find out how the NASP partnerships build sustainability and legacy, Tuesday 6th July, 3-4.30pm Details and booking here.

Barnardo’s Nightwatch Child Exploitation Training

Monday 28th June 2021 14.00 – 16.00
Barnardo’s Nightwatch is delivering an online 2 hour training session to improve the ability of people who work in or with the Night Time Economy in Camden to recognise and respond to child exploitation.
Register your interest to Jerrie.Andrews@camden.gov.uk

Families, Food & Feelings

The Families, Food & Feelings group is FREE for parents/carers of children aged 5-17 who live or are registered with a GP in Islington or Camden. The group aims to support parents/carers in encouraging their children to live happy, healthy lives. The facilitators provide strategies and insight to help parents/carers feel confident. Find out more at the Brandon Centre website.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

Sante Project seeks Befriender Volunteers

Sante Project provides support for refugees and mental health.  Currently Sante is recruiting befrienders.  Full training and support is provided.  Knowledge of an additional language is desirable.  Contact Ruth Appleton appletonruth@gmail.com

PENHA seeks Programme Manager Volunteer

Volunteer/pro-bono (three  days per week).
Deadline 10.07.2021
PENHA, the Pastoral and Environmental Network in the Horn of Africa, is an African inspired and African led organisation working among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities. Its main mission is to promote sustainable development among pastoral and agro-pastoral communities through gender equality, resilience, enterprise and innovation, and regional cooperation across the Horn of Africa. Full details and how to apply on the PENHA website.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair who is a seasoned professional with outstanding communication skills and a strong steer on governance. This is an important role and an opportunity to make a positive difference by supporting and enhancing a local community by helping to deliver services as we embark on a period of development to transform our provision for years to come. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on Friday 20 August 2021.

LAWRS seeks Violence Against Women & Girls Worker

Part time: 3 days (21 hours) per week £27,550 per annum pro rata
We are seeking for a committed Latin American woman to join LAWRS’ Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) team,  which supports Latin American women affected by VAWG (e.g. domestic abuse, sexual violence, harmful practices, trafficking for sexual exploitation and other forms of gender-based violence).  Full details at Charity Jobs.

VAC is Recruiting a Communications Worker

I day per week £28k pro rata, pension, annual leave and flexible working
VAC is a small but high-profile local umbrella organisation for the Camden vcs  – part of a network of sister organisations acros the country.  The primary purpose of your role is to develop and implement the marketing & communications strategy for VAC, leading our communications such as our high-profile weekly newsletter, social media and web content.  You will need to work with all staff as well as a range of external stakeholders and partners.  As well as the VAC website and communication channels, we also run the general portal into the Camden voluntary and community sector – OneCamden.com and the @onecamden twitter.  Apply with CV and covering letter. Full details here. Deadline 30th June.

Camden Mind Ventures Charity Shop Retail Manager

35 hrs pw Salary £22,000 pa 25 days A/L plus 8 bank holiday days
Camden Mind Ventures runs a busy charity shop located in the heart of Camden Town on behalf of Mind in Camden, a mental health charity.
The aim of the shop is to generate vital funds to continue the work of the charity which supports people of all ages who have substantial mental health issues.
We need a commercially aware manager with a passion for maximising income for the charity to take responsibility for managing the shop to ensure it meets its aim, ideally with experience of charity shops, though this is not essential.
Application packs are available from 020 7911 0822 or admin@mindincamden.org.uk or can be downloaded from www.mindincamden.org.uk/support-us/jobs
Closing Date: Monday 12 July 12.00 noon.

Solace Volunteering Opportunities

Solace Women’s Aid have a number of volunteering vacancies.  See the website for full details and how to apply.

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 needs 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.

Free Venue Space for Older LGBTQ+ Group

Castlehaven Community Association Ageactivity 60+ Project is looking to support an older LGBTQ+ group who may be in need of a regular, safe place to meet. They could be an established group who may have lost a previous venue space over the last year or may be a new group waiting to start.
Castlehaven has recently been refurbished and is a welcoming, friendly and accessible centre located in the heart of Camden.
Contact Alison on 020 7692 2238 or email alison@castlehaven.org.uk

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

Nominations for 2022 are now open.  Find out more here.

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:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Windrush Day, 22nd June

Windrush Day marks the anniversary of the arrival of MV Empire Windrush at the Port of Tilbury, near London, on 22 June 1948. The arrival of the Empire Windrush nearly 73 years ago marked a seminal moment in Britain’s history and has come to represent the rich diversity of this nation. Find out more here.

Men’s Health Week – Improving Men’s Health

Thursday 24th June 2-3pm in NW1
Guest speaker, Green Light partner and pharmacist Chao Wang will talk about key topical men’s health issues followed by questions.
Sign up at Third Age Project and get the zoom link: info@thirdageproject.org.uk

Vaccine Bus

The COVID-19 community vaccination bus will be at Finchley Road and Regent’s Place.
• Friday 18 June, 3 – 7pm at JW3 (Call 0207 433 8988 or email info@jw3.org.uk)
• Saturday 19 June, 10am – 2pm at Triton St, Regent’s Place (ring the council below)
This is a free service for anyone who is currently eligible for the vaccine. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or have an NHS number to be vaccinated. If you haven’t had your first dose of the vaccine yet, book your free appointment now by calling Camden Council on 020 7974 4444 (option 9). You can turn up at the bus during operating times but please try to book in advance.

Camden Primary Care Networks

View the latest map of Camden PCNs here (these are groupings of GPs)

Hate Crime against Disabled People

Strengthening Deaf & Disabled People’s Organisations to combat Hate Crime against Disabled People
The London Deaf & Disabled People Organisation’s Hate Crime Partnership invite you to a showcase on the 23 & 24 June, 2pm to 4pm both days. Come to either or both. Full details and booking here.

Help shape a new ‘Camden Youth Offer’

Camden council is carrying out a major review of what is on offer for young people to do in their spare time covering:
~ Youth clubs
~ Leisure and sports
~ Arts and culture
~ Libraries
~ Parks and green spaces
Young people’s ideas are at the centre of the review. Take the survey.

Art at Home

Free online programme of six multi-sensory creative activities for people living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment, alongside their carers.
Join our next programme starting on Thursday 8th July, and continuing for the five following Thursdays from 3PM – 4PM. This programme will be delivered over Zoom by artist and founder of Engage Here, Melissa Fry. Tools and materials will be sent to each participant prior to the start of the programme.
To sign up, either email info@engage-here.co.uk or fill in this online form

Free Floor Tiles

1m x 1m navy blue gym flooring.  100 available.  Good condition – lightly used only.  Contact Ben Poulton: ben.poulton@livenow.fitness

Free Venue Space for Older LGBTQ+ Group

Castlehaven Community Association Ageactivity 60+ Project is looking to support an older LGBTQ+ group who may be in need of a regular, safe place to meet. They could be an established group who may have lost a previous venue space over the last year or may be a new group waiting to start.
Castlehaven has recently been refurbished and is a welcoming, friendly and accessible centre located in the heart of Camden.
Contact Alison on 020 7692 2238 or email alison@castlehaven.org.uk

Newsletters

The Winch
Recommend Me
Camden People First Easy Read June News
London Plus
Young Camden Foundation
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Dementia Enquirers Grants

The aim of the project is to develop a new approach to research, or ‘enquiry’, that is led and controlled by people with dementia themselves. You can apply for between £5,000-£8,000.
You can use the grant for quite simple research – for example, you could run a survey, do some interviews or group discussions. The grant can also pay for people’s time – including group members and any supporters.
Full details from Rachael Litherland  rachael@myid.org.uk   Deadline 25th June

Funding and Support for Security at Places of Worship

The Home Office is offering funds for places of worship to enhance their security. Up to £56,000, and they will pay for 100% of the cost of the work. But you must act fast – entries close on 2nd July.
CST also runs a range of webinars on a variety of security related topics.  See the full list here.

Young Camden Foundation Supplementary Education Fund

Young Camden Foundation invites applications from supplementary schools and other organisations and out-of-school settings based in Camden who are able to deliver: Core Curriculum Subjects– an emphasis on the provision of core thematic learning to children and young people for example – extracurricular lessons, homework support, or weekend classes – in at least one or more of the following subjects: English, Mathematics and Science. To apply and for more information see here: https://youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk/funding/index

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales – Grant Programme Open

The Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales funds small and medium sized local charities, funding  work helping people overcome complex social issues across England and Wales. Aimed at registered charities with an annual income of £25,000 to £1 million with a track record of helping people on a journey of positive change through in-depth, holistic and person-centred support. The focus is on work supporting adults and young people aged 17+. Unrestricted grants of up to £50,000 over 2 years, together with development support for your charity. Our programme has two strands, Complex Social Issues and Racial Equity. For more information and to apply, visit the website

Lloyds Bank Foundation Racial Equity funding

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is to launch its Racial Equity funding for small and local charities that are led by and that support Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities. Charities can apply for two-year unrestricted grants of £50,000 alongside development support.  Full details here.

Windrush Community Fund Phase 2

Grants of between £2,500 and £25,000 are available to:
~ Increase awareness and understanding of the Windrush Scheme and Windrush Compensation Scheme or both.
~ Reach more communities and those individuals who may have been affected because they could not prove their lawful status in the UK.
~ Ensure that individuals and communities know how to apply.
~ Build capacity at a community and grassroots level to support those affected to access the schemes.  Full details here.  Closes 30 June.

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.
Next Forum is on Wednesday 21st July at 11am

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Introduction to Safeguarding for Volunteers
Tuesday, June 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Every organisation that delivers charitable activities has a duty to safeguard volunteers, staff members, and participants.
https://vac.org.uk/event/introduction-to-safeguarding-for-volunteers/
Introduction to Safeguarding for Trustees
Wednesday, June 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
The Charity Commission for England and Wales states that “safeguarding should be a key governance priority for all charity trustees”.
https://vac.org.uk/event/introduction-to-safeguarding-for-trustees-2/

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

Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College

The Elfrida Rathbone Camden Leighton College is a specialist education provision for young people with a mild to moderate learning disability aged 16-24.  Leighton College is based in Kentish Town, Camden and accepts students from any London Borough.
We are open for applications from students (who must have an Education, Health and Care Plan) for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other colleges to the Leighton College.
For more information contact Samantha Childs, ERC Education Manager, at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 07917/ 193 885 / 020 7424 1617.

NHS Picnic

Islington and Camden Keep Our NHS Public branches are planning to hold a picnic on Saturday 3rd July to celebrate the NHS 73rd birthday.  It will be held in the St Pancras Gardens from 1pm to 4pm. Bring your own picnic and non-alcoholic drinks. Details at Eventbrite.

Uprising Stand Out

Uprising are running 4-week online employment support programme Stand Out. The programme will run from July 26th. The programme combines an intensive daily month-long online curriculum with up to a year of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people in a competitive job market.
Further information and booking at https://www.uprising.org.uk/stand-out

Route into Work with London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum will be hosting a range of summer courses for young people. Find out more here.
If you have any questions, please contact RouteIntoWork@ltmuseum.co.uk.

Thriving Communities webinar

National Partnership Working across the National Academy for Social Prescribing – Who we are and what we do. Find out how the NASP partnerships build sustainability and legacy, Tuesday 6th July, 3-4.30pm Details and booking here.

Barnardo’s Nightwatch Child Exploitation Training

Monday 28th June 2021 14.00 – 16.00
Barnardo’s Nightwatch is delivering an online 2 hour training session to improve the ability of people who work in or with the Night Time Economy in Camden to recognise and respond to child exploitation.
Register your interest to Jerrie.Andrews@camden.gov.uk

Families, Food & Feelings

The Families, Food & Feelings group is FREE for parents/carers of children aged 5-17 who live or are registered with a GP in Islington or Camden. The group aims to support parents/carers in encouraging their children to live happy, healthy lives. The facilitators provide strategies and insight to help parents/carers feel confident. Find out more at the Brandon Centre website.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (Free)

The method of Sahaja Yoga is unique: Through the experience of Kundalini awakening, the process of going into thoughtless awareness is completely spontaneous and does not require any kind of mental control. The effects of true meditation are long-lasting and increase with regular practice.
Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/Free-Meditation-Yoga-London/events/xfhrdsyccgbcc/

C&I Recovery College Summer term course guide

Recovery College runs until 16 July.  Courses will be online using Microsoft Teams, with some courses also available as Youtube videos. Full details 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.

VAC is Recruiting a New Chair

VAC is seeking a new Chair to lead the organisation through a significant time of change in support of the borough’s voluntary and community sector as it emerges from, and continues to manage, the impact of the pandemic on the diverse communities we serve.
VAC is the strategic infrastructure organisation for the sector enabling it to influence policy, connect for collaborative strength and develop capacity.
The new VAC Chair will come in at a pivotal moment for the organisation as we embark on a new three-year strategy with a refreshed Board of Trustees, a growing membership and a highly committed staff and volunteer team. This is a stimulating opportunity for a candidate with voluntary sector leadership experience and an enthusiasm for Camden to lead VAC into this next key phase of its development.
Full details and how to apply here.

Sante Project seeks Befriender Volunteers

Sante Project provides support for refugees and mental health.  Currently Sante is recruiting befrienders.  Full training and support is provided.  Knowledge of an additional language is desirable.  Contact Ruth Appleton appletonruth@gmail.com

VAC is Recruiting a Communications Worker

I day per week £28k pro rata, pension, annual leave and flexible working
VAC is a small but high-profile local umbrella organisation for the Camden vcs  – part of a network of sister organisations acros the country.  The primary purpose of your role is to develop and implement the marketing & communications strategy for VAC, leading our communications such as our high-profile weekly newsletter, social media and web content.  You will need to work with all staff as well as a range of external stakeholders and partners.  As well as the VAC website and communication channels, we also run the general portal into the Camden voluntary and community sector – OneCamden.com and the @onecamden twitter.  Apply with CV and covering letter. Full details here. Deadline 30th June.

Camden Mind Ventures Charity Shop Retail Manager

35 hrs pw Salary £22,000 pa 25 days A/L plus 8 bank holiday days
Camden Mind Ventures runs a busy charity shop located in the heart of Camden Town on behalf of Mind in Camden, a mental health charity.
The aim of the shop is to generate vital funds to continue the work of the charity which supports people of all ages who have substantial mental health issues.
We need a commercially aware manager with a passion for maximising income for the charity to take responsibility for managing the shop to ensure it meets its aim, ideally with experience of charity shops, though this is not essential.
Application packs are available from 020 7911 0822 or admin@mindincamden.org.uk or can be downloaded from www.mindincamden.org.uk/support-us/jobs
Closing Date: Monday 12 July 12.00 noon.

Old Diorama seeks Venue Manager

The Centre Manager is the deputy senior role in the charity, and will work closely with the new Creative Director & Chief Executive, Daniel Pitt, to help shape our next steps.
£30,000 per annum. Full time Permanent. Deadline: 10am, Thursday 24th June
We’re looking for someone who has a vision for how arts and community spaces should be. Someone who will care for the welcome we provide all of our visitors, as well as the team that enables that. Full details on the website.

Latin American House seeks Nursery Manager

Latin American House’s nursery Centro Infantil Menchú is looking for a nursery manager to join a small and established team.  The Nursery Manager will be responsible for all aspects of managing and running the nursery, leading it to maintain high-quality standards, compliance with Health & Safety regulations and Ofsted requirements. Follow the link below for more information:  https://casalatina.org.uk/get-involved/vacancies/
The deadline for applications is Thursday 24th June at 5 PM.

Healthwatch Camden seeks new Director

Healthwatch Camden is looking for a Director that can deliver on an ambitious agenda. The new Director will work with the Trustee Board to develop a new long-term strategy which navigates the organisation through the next stages of the pandemic, the new Health and Social Care legislation and beyond.
Applicants are asked to visit the Healthwatch Camden website for more information, and obtain an Information Pack for the role from Shweta Prabhakar at Harris Hill: shweta.prabhakar@harrishill.co.uk | 020 7820 7320. Closing 21/6

CAWH seeks Centre Administrator

Community Association for West Hampstead seeks p/t Centre Administrator.  21 hrs pw £13 ph plus pension
You must be a multi taking all rounder who wants to help involve the local community and contribute to a friendly welcoming atmosphere.
For an application pack email info@cawh.org.uk   Closing date 21 June.

Nafsiyat seeking Treasurer

North London based mental health charity, Nafsiyat Intercultural Therapy Centre, is seeking a Trustee Treasurer to support the organisation and Trustee Board in the area of financial governance. Details here

Board of Black Girls Hike seeks Non-Executive Director

Black Girls Hike provides a safe space for Black women to explore the outdoors. We challenge the status quo and encourage Black women to reconnect with nature by hosting nationwide group hikes, outdoor activity days and training events.
Please note this role is voluntary and unpaid. Travel expenses will be supported. If you are interested in this role, please email info@bghuk.com

Solace Volunteering Opportunities

Solace Women’s Aid have a number of volunteering vacancies.  See the website for full details and how to apply.

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.

We Make Camden Nominations

Nominate a Camden organisation, group of residents, business or team within the NHS or other public service to be recognised for their amazing efforts since the pandemic began. Email camdentalking@camden.gov.uk before 21st June.

Supporting People with Long-Covid in Camden

The Camden team support people with signs & symptoms lasting for longer than 12 weeks (NICE) to be diagnosed as Long-Covid. They may occur in conjunction with other conditions.  Referrals need to come from GP’s or the Post-Covid clinic at UCLH. They should be sent to, camdenreferrals.cnwl@nhs.net
The Long-Covid team consists of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy with a Rehab Assistant to support and  access to psychology if required.
Contact Rob Clarke on rob.clarke6@nhs.net for any information or enquiries.

Google Career Certificates

Camden, Google and Coursera are offering free professional training to 500 Camden residents.
There are four programmes to choose from: IT Support, Data Analysis, Project Management and UX Design. You don’t need any experience or a degree to take part in a course, just an interest in starting a new career.
Residents can register for the free courses here

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

Nominations for 2022 are now open.  Find out more here.

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.