Category: Newsletter

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

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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.

Our mailing address is:
Greenwood Centre, Greenwood Place, London, NW5 1LB

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Carers’ Week

As Carers’ Week draws to a close why not visit CCC’s virtual art exhibition Contact info@camdencarers.org.uk to join the professionals mailing list or read the Carers’ Week report or Camden Carers’ Blog at Healthwatch Camden

Small Charities and Loneliness Awareness Weeks

Next week is Small Charities Week and also Loneliness Awareness Week. There are lots of events and activities to choose from including Small Charity – Big Spaces, Tuesday 15 June, 10:00 – 12:00 A Community Matters event for Community Organisations on Big Advice Day, part of Small Charities Week. Book here. Check out the Small Charities Week website and Navca pages.
Find out more about Loneliness Week here.

VAC is recruiting a Communications Worker

See the jobs section for full details of this and the VAC Chair advert.

Vaccine Bus

The COVID-19 community vaccination bus will be at Hampstead Theatre, Eton Avenue, Swiss Cottage on:
• Friday 11 June, 3 – 7pm
• Saturday 12 June, 10am – 2pm
This is a free service for anyone who is currently eligible for the vaccine including those aged 30 and over. 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 also turn up at the bus during operating times but please try to book in advance to guarantee your appointment.

Summer In Camden programme

Running activities for young people in a park or green space?  Get your activity listed on the Summer In Camden programme. This is an opportunity to be part of a widely publicised programme of activities across the borough. Deadline extended to 17th June.
More info here.  Use this proforma to list your activity and return it to : Miriam.Hatter@Camden.gov.uk; Rema.Patel@camden.gov.uk; deborah.bush@camden.gov.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.

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. Learn more at the special webinar on the 2021 Places of Worship Protective Security Scheme and how to organise security at 2pm on Wednesday 16th June.
CST also runs a range of webinars on a variety of security related topics.  See the full list here.

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.

Camden HAF delivery partner seek kitchen space for hire

Feast With Us are a London based food poverty charity, which brings together surplus food and a host of committed volunteers to provide healthy and nutritious meals for the people and communities who need it the most. This Easter we partnered with Young Camden Foundation and London Borough of Camden as part of Camden Holiday, Activities and Food programme to help deliver meals to children and young people during the holidays. We are now seeking a kitchen space for the summer holiday. Ideally this would be a catering kitchen that has hot storage/hot hold equipment, large storage space for food (such as walk-in fridge, separate larder space, chest freezer), and is fully equipped with cooking pots suitable for large-scale catering.
Please contact Lily@feastwithus.org.uk if you have a kitchen space for hire.

Voluntary and Community Sector Emergencies Partnership

The VCS Emergencies Partnership is looking at ways to learn from the pandemic and make recommendations about the experiences of equality, diversity and inclusion across marginalised communities.
You can share your experience here.
VCSEP are also looking for case studies –  tell us about your organisation and community/ies and your experiences over the last 12-18 months.  There is a contribution of a £100 to your organisation to cover your time and involvement.
Please contact Razia Sattar at razia@communtyactionsutton.org.uk

Remote Working and Digital

Read the DSC blog about their experiences of remote working or sign up for the superhighways webinar – Hybrid Working and Delivery.

Newsletters

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

Levelling Up

Navca has submitted a response to the government on the VCS view of levelling up.  You can read the full response here.

HS2 building work is ‘a living hell’ for residents

Regent’s Park Estate residents hit back at HS2 blight. Guardian article here.

Young Camden Foundation –Summer Opportunities Fund

The Summer Opportunities Fund is designed to enable organisations to deliver fun, new and accessible activities for children and young people during the summer break.
Organisations can apply for up to £3,000. Local organisations that have not previously accessed YCF’s grants are encouraged to apply. Applications for £5,000 will be considered only from organisations who are not in receipt of any other grant from YCF such as the Holiday Activities Fund. Deadline: 15 June 2021. For more information visit Funding (youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk).

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

Hampstead, Wells and Campden Trust

Current priorities are debt, homelessness and mental health although other categories will also be considered. Grants are available for £2,000 and £10,000. If you are seeking a larger amount than this please contact the office first.
It is recommended to contact our Grant’s Officer to discuss any potential applications before starting an application. Full 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.

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 16th June at 11am when we will be launching a new grants fund for grass roots organisations funded by Google. Details here.

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.

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.

UCL Social Hackathons – summer series applications now open

Social Hackathons are one-day events where you get a group of UCL student volunteers to come up with potential solutions to a community need or problem you’ve identified.  You’ll also get £500 to help turn the ideas into a reality.
Social Hackathons run between Thursday 24th June to Friday 30th July, from 10am-4pm and will be held online over Zoom. Details here. Apply here by Friday 11 June.

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/

Camden Co-production Network Meeting

The  fourth Camden Co-production Network Meeting is on 17 June 2021
Camden who have agreed to be guest presenter(s) and will share a particular aspect of their work working with Camden residents to award funds – participatory funding
On Zoom. To join or for inquiries contact Participation@Camden.gov.uk

London Festival of Ideas

Information sessions and applications will open for small grants to informal groups or organisations with a turnover of less than £100k to host activity during the festival. 28 June – 23 July 2021
For more information, email: civilsociety@london.gov.uk

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.

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.

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 2021
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.

Camden Mind Ventures seeks Charity Shop Retail Manager

35 hours per week Salary £21,750 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 local mental health charity.
The aim of the shop is to generate vital funds to continue the work of the charity supporting people who have substantial mental health issues.
Closing Date: Tuesday 15th June 12.00 noon  Full details can be found here

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.

Castlehaven seeks Environmental Engagement Project Manager

Castlehaven are currently looking for the perfect candidate to manage our highly respected environmental projects here at Castlehaven.  Are you passionate about gardening, nature and people? Would you like to work in the heart of Camden Town for an award-winning community association, managing our urban environmental projects? Full details here.  Closing 6 June.

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.

The Kids Network is Hiring a Volunteer Coordinator

The Kids Network are hiring a Volunteer Coordinator to join the team to lead on our Camden mentoring programme. You will work to support our mentees by managing our volunteer mentors, bringing the Camden community together through fun and friendship.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in the growth of the organisation and make a positive impact for children in Camden as we navigate different covid-19 restrictions. Full details here.

Camden People’s Theatre is recruiting volunteers

Volunteering will take place at Camden People’s Theatre, 58-60 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 2PY
Volunteer shift times: Monday – Saturday 6:15pm – 10:15pm
CPT will reopen to the public on Tuesday 15th June
To Apply Please complete the CPT Volunteer Application form here. We’ll be in touch to arrange a quick conversation before any decisions are made

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.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden, a green oasis in central London, exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair with outstanding communication skills The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees by example, providing a collaborative framework to discuss, decide and implement matters of strategic importance to comply with Calthorpe’s charitable objectives. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on 11th June 2021.

Castlehaven’s Food Bank Needs Volunteers

Every week Castlehaven’s food bank feeds roughly 200 local residentsts in Camden. As life is returning to ‘normality’ and people are heading back to work we’re in need of more volunteers every Thursday to keep our food bank running. Email sharon@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

Learning Disability Network London are Recruiting

LDN London are now paying the London Living Wage for Support Workers (£21,157). We have positions available across Camden, Westminster, K&C and Islington.  Join our team and make a difference.  Details here.

Get Fit, Get Active, Get Gardening

Do you love the great outdoors, gardening and green spaces? Castlehaven Community Association need volunteers every Wednesday from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm to help maintain Castlehaven’s community parks in the heart of Camden Town.
All sessions are led by fully trained staff, and we’ll provide all the training, tools and equipment you’ll need. Email nichola@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

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.

Tricky Period Pickup Locations

All pick up points can be accessed by anyone in need.
You do not need an address, proof of income or have any links with the pick up point venue (unless otherwise stated). Full list here.

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

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Happy Volunteers’ Week

Volunteers’ Week takes place from 1 to 7 June, and this year will be an online occasion. To help organisations thank their volunteers for their hard work over the last difficult year, NCVO has produced a wide range of resources:
Volunteers’ Week website for information on how to get involved
Organise online events to connect with your communities
Download resources
A big thank you from VAC to all the fantastic volunteers in Camden.

It’s Carers’ Week Next Week

Celebrate Carers’ Week next week with Camden Carers.  Find out more here.  Don’t miss the Songhaven concert, streamed live for an intimate virtual audience on 11 June 2021 in tribute to Carers Week.  1 – 2pm.  Details at Eventbrite.

Vaccine Bus

The COVID-19 community vaccination bus will be on Brunswick Square, opposite UCL’s School of Pharmacy (WC1N 1AZ) on:
• Friday 4 June, 3 – 7pm
• Saturday 5 June, 10am – 2pm
And at Hampstead Theatre, Eton Avenue, Swiss Cottage on:
• Tuesday 8 June, 3 – 7pm
• Friday 11 June, 3 – 7pm
• Saturday 12 June, 10am – 2pm
This is a free service for anyone who is currently eligible for the vaccine including those aged 30 and over. 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 also turn up at the bus during operating times but please try to book in advance to guarantee your appointment.

Summer In Camden programme

Running activities for young people in a park or green space?  Get your activity listed on the Summer In Camden programme. This is an opportunity to be part of a widely publicised programme of activities across the borough, which have the potential to give our children and young adults the best summer ever.
More info here.  Use this proforma to list your activity and return it to : Miriam.Hatter@Camden.gov.uk; Rema.Patel@camden.gov.uk; deborah.bush@camden.gov.uk

Two Thriving Communities webinars

Heritage & Social Prescribing, Wednesday 9th June 12.30-1.30pm Details and booking here
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.

UCL Social Hackathons – summer series applications now open

Social Hackathons are one-day events where you get a group of UCL student volunteers to group-think solutions to a community need or problem you’ve identified.  You’ll also get £500 to help turn the ideas from the day into a reality.
Social Hackathons run between Thursday 24th June to Friday 30th July, from 10am-4pm and will be held online over Zoom. Details here. Apply here by Friday 11 June.

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 twelve months of mentoring for each participant, designed to help young people stand out in a competitive job market. From online socials to resilience workshops, it has everything young people need to find a job, develop their skills and make new friends.
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.

Somers Town Big Local Consultation Invitation to Tender

Somers Town Big Local would like to recruit consultants to undertake a consultation to gather ideas and information that will inform the development of our next two-year plan. We must produce this plan in order to unlock the funding for our programme.
We welcome proposals from consultants, local organisations, and community groups. Deadline 11th June
Please email engagement@stbl.org.uk for a copy of the invitation to tender.

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.

Zen Project

The Zen Project is a social enterprise all about making all things “Zen” accessible to all. From simple breathing techniques to relaxing sound healing, we have something for everyone. Our converted American School bus offers a tranquil space where you can escape the hustle and bustle and make some time for yourself, to relax and restore. All of our sessions last less than 20 minutes and are totally free! Just turn up (or prebook via email if you would like) and hop on board!! Check out the schedule.

Newsletters

Camden People First Easy Read
London Plus
Recommend Me
SHAK news
Young Camden Foundation
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership
Volunteer Centre Camden

EU Settlement Scheme Deadline Soon

If you are an EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen you and your family need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue to live, work and study in the UK.
You need to apply even if you have lived in the UK for many years or have a permanent residence document. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, 30 June 2021.
You do not need to apply if you have indefinite leave to remain or enter, or are an Irish citizen.

Community Power and the NHS: call for evidence

New Local (formerly the New Local Government Network) is exploring how community power can protect the future of the NHS.  Full details and how to submit evidence here.

Young Camden Foundation –Summer Opportunities Fund

YCF is pleased to announce that the Summer Opportunities Fund is now open for applications for its fourth consecutive year.
The Summer Opportunities Fund is designed to enable organisations to deliver fun, new and accessible activities for children and young people during the summer break.
Organisations can apply for up to £3,000. Local organisations that have not previously accessed YCF’s grants are encouraged to apply. Applications for £5,000 will be considered only from organisations who are not in receipt of any other grant from YCF such as the Holiday Activities Fund. Deadline: 15 June 2021. For more information visit Funding (youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk).

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

Hampstead, Wells and Campden Trust

Current priorities are debt, homelessness and mental health although other categories will also be considered. Grants are available for £2,000 and £10,000. If you are seeking a larger amount than this please contact the office first.
It is recommended to contact our Grant’s Officer to discuss any potential applications before starting an application. Full 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.

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 16th June 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/

Free Heath Hands events and activities on Hampstead Heath

With lockdown easing, Heath Hands are now offering a series of free public events on Hampstead Heath, including nature mindfulness, nature walks and public volunteering sessions. All welcome. Find out more here.
We are also happy to organise free walks or other outings for community and youth groups over the summer months. More information here or get in touch with us on info@heath-hands.org.uk

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/

Camden Co-production Network Meeting

The  fourth Camden Co-production Network Meeting is on 17 June 2021
Camden who have agreed to be guest presenter(s) and will share a particular aspect of their work working with Camden residents to award funds – participatory funding
On Zoom. To join or for inquiries contact Participation@Camden.gov.uk

Small Charity – Big Spaces

Tuesday 15 June, 10:00 – 12:00
A Community Matters event for Community Organisations on Big Advice Day, part of Small Charities Week.
This is an opportunity to pause and consider how to be in a strong place to move forwards for the future. Book here.

Construction Youth Trust Project 16th – 20th August

This free 5 day course will be delivered by Kings Cross Construction and Skills Centre and is aimed at female Camden residents aged 16-30.
For more information or to register a resident you are currently supporting, please email pearl.o’keeffe@constructionyouth.org.uk

London Festival of Ideas

Information sessions and applications will open for small grants to informal groups or organisations with a turnover of less than £100k to host activity during the festival. 28 June – 23 July 2021
For more information, email: civilsociety@london.gov.uk

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.

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.

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.

Castlehaven seeks Environmental Engagement Project Manager

Castlehaven are currently looking for the perfect candidate to manage our highly respected environmental projects here at Castlehaven.  Are you passionate about gardening, nature and people? Would you like to work in the heart of Camden Town for an award-winning community association, managing our urban environmental projects? Full details here.  Closing 6 June.

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.

The Kids Network is Hiring a Volunteer Coordinator

The Kids Network are hiring a Volunteer Coordinator to join the team to lead on our Camden mentoring programme. You will work to support our mentees by managing our volunteer mentors, bringing the Camden community together through fun and friendship.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in the growth of the organisation and make a positive impact for children in Camden as we navigate different covid-19 restrictions. Full details here.

Camden People’s Theatre is recruiting volunteers

Volunteering will take place at Camden People’s Theatre, 58-60 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 2PY
Volunteer shift times: Monday – Saturday 6:15pm – 10:15pm
CPT will reopen to the public on Tuesday 15th June
To Apply Please complete the CPT Volunteer Application form here. We’ll be in touch to arrange a quick conversation before any decisions are made

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.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden, a green oasis in central London, exists to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of the local community. We are seeking a Chair with outstanding communication skills The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees by example, providing a collaborative framework to discuss, decide and implement matters of strategic importance to comply with Calthorpe’s charitable objectives. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on 11th June 2021.

Castlehaven’s Food Bank Needs Volunteers

Every week Castlehaven’s food bank feeds roughly 200 local residentsts in Camden. As life is returning to ‘normality’ and people are heading back to work we’re in need of more volunteers every Thursday to keep our food bank running. Email sharon@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

Learning Disability Network London are Recruiting

LDN London are now paying the London Living Wage for Support Workers (£21,157). We have positions available across Camden, Westminster, K&C and Islington.  Join our team and make a difference.  Details here.

Get Fit, Get Active, Get Gardening

Do you love the great outdoors, gardening and green spaces? Castlehaven Community Association need volunteers every Wednesday from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm to help maintain Castlehaven’s community parks in the heart of Camden Town.
All sessions are led by fully trained staff, and we’ll provide all the training, tools and equipment you’ll need. Email nichola@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

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.

Get a Free Gym Pass at Central YMCA Club

The YMCA Club is London’s friendliest, largest and most iconic gym. With a 25m indoor pool, a 2-tier cardio zone, free weights room and an extensive class timetable, there is something for everyone. The YMCA Club is different than other gyms, it has a true sense of community and our members say they they feel at home and accepted here and that they can improve their wellbeing while reaching their goals.
If you’d like to try it out for yourself you can get a free pass here

Central YMCA Programmes for Children and Young People

Central YMCA run a range of programmes for 4 to 14 year olds at YMCA Club, including action-packed Holiday Playschemes, After School Sports, Swim School and Youth Memberships. Our programme supports children to develop physical skills, whilst promoting inclusivity, positive health and wellbeing. The Club also has a Youth Membership programme for 13 to 18 year olds and accept Young Volunteers from the age of 15. Find out more here.

Tricky Period Pickup Locations

All pick up points can be accessed by anyone in need.
You do not need an address, proof of income or have any links with the pick up point venue (unless otherwise stated). Full list here.

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

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Are you looking for evaluation support? Could UCL researchers help?

The Evaluation Exchange matches voluntary and community organisations with small teams of UCL researchers to help tackle the organisations’ evaluation challenges.
Applications are open to organisations in Camden. If you would like to know more, join our free information session to learn about The Evaluation Exchange, if it is for you and your organisation and how to apply.
This event is open to voluntary and community sector organisations in Camden thinking of applying to the Evaluation Exchange or wondering if support from UCL postgraduate students might help them.
Monday 24th May at 2 – 3pm. Register for free via Eventbrite
For more information contact Ruth at r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Holiday Activity and Food programme

LB Camden has received funding from the DfE to deliver a Holiday Activity and Food programme (HAF). In partnership with the council, Young Camden Foundation is planning to expand its Holiday Hub programme to reach more children and young people. During the Easter holidays the programme reached over 1,300 children and young people.
We are looking for more community organisations including, community centres, schools, libraries, youth service providers and cultural institutions interested in setting up a Holiday Hub in Summer, and/or Christmas holidays.
We will be hosting an information session on 24th May Monday from 10.30am – 12pm. Please click here to register  and hear more about the programme.
To express an interest in becoming a delivery partner, please email info@youngcamdenfoundation.org.uk

Startup School for Seniors

Do you have an idea for a business but don’t know where to start? Join the next cohort of Startup School for Seniors and we’ll provide you with the skills, support and network you need to get started. Free & Fully funded places are available for Londoners aged 50+. Sign up here to take your first steps towards starting a business and making money. https://bit.ly/3bCmLWC

NCVO ‘Levelling Up’ Survey – Deadline 24 May

NCVO are conducting a survey of the sector around the levelling up agenda.  They are looking for insights and ideas that can tackle social and economic inequality. There is a brief form which can be found here to share with your local networks: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/2809

LGBT+ Hate Crime Awareness Training

Forum+ are delivering LGBT+ hate crime awareness training on Tuesday 22nd June 2pm-3.30pm. The training will provide an overview of all forms of hate crime: how to identify hate crime, how to report hate crime and how to support victims. There will be a focus on raising awareness of LGBT+ identities, promoting LGBT+ equality and tackling homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. This training is open. To book email  learning@camden.gov.uk

EBB’s Youth Summit

Students, graduates and young professionals in #Camden, book your free tickets for upcoming Youth Summit 29.05.21 – 12.06.21 by Educating Beyond Borders. Key topics:
Importance of work experience; Post 18 options; Future of work; Mental wellbeing.  Details and booking at Eventbrite.

Newsletters

Camden People First Easy Read
SHAK news
Camden Carers
Young Camden Foundation
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership
Volunteer Centre Camden

Developing Neighbourhoods

The new Integrated Care Systems will focus on 3 layers – System (the 5 borough NCL), place (borough level) and neighbourhoods.  The neighbourhood level part of the system is the least developed but activity is under way, centred on PCNs (Primary Care Networks ie groups of GP surgeries).  There is much to be done as there are competing ideas of neighbourhood and many institutions to bring into the system – from council services to Community Centres and the VCS.  This Health Creation Alliance report sets out some of the challenges and possible ways forward.  NB Marked up version to aid quick review.

Hampstead, Wells and Campden Trust

Current priorities are debt, homelessness and mental health although other categories will also be considered. Grants are available for £2,000 and £10,000. If you are seeking a larger amount than this please contact the office first.
It is recommended to contact our Grant’s Officer to discuss any potential applications before starting an application. Full details here.

Applications for the Christmas Challenge 2021 are open

Are you in a position to take advantage of match funding?  The Christmas Challenge is a week-long match funding campaign which launches on #GivingTuesday, 30th November.
Up to £25,000 of match funding is available per charity.
The deadline for applications is 5pm Friday 2nd July. For more information and how to apply click here.
If charities would like to find out further information about the Christmas Challenge, the Big Give is hosting two webinars on Thursday 27th May from 12pm – 1pm and Monday 7th June from 12pm – 1pm

How to Apply to Clothworkers’ Foundation

Wednesday 26th May, 11am – 12pm GMT
This event is free and aimed at small charities and not for profit organisations supporting the Muslim community in the UK.
~ Ask questions about the funding and application process.
~ Hear about tips on how to write a successful bid application.
~ See a demonstration of a successful and unsuccessful application
~ Gain an insight into the decision making processes led by the funder.
Book here.

Artist commissions for Camden Together

This fund has been created by Camden Council to commission new work that takes place outdoors as part of Camden Together, a season celebrating Camden’s reopening through arts and culture from early July to October 2021.
It’s open to: Camden-based freelance artists, creatives and producers.
Camden-based cultural and community organisations to work with freelance artists, creatives and producers.
The maximum grant award is £5,000, but we welcome applications for a smaller amount, with a minimum lower award of £250.
Full details here. Deadline  23:59 Sunday 30 May.

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.

Speak with a Trust for London Grants Manager

Trust for London next funding application deadline is 1 June 2021. If you would like to book an appointment to speak with one of our Grant Managers to discuss a potential application ahead of this deadline, the team would be happy to help. We would encourage you to read our funding guidelines to check your work is eligible before deciding to book an appointment. If you are a current grantee, please contact your Grants Manager in the first instance.

How to Become More Fundable

AWN’s tailor-made sessions as part of the ‘How to become more fundable’ series could help your organisation.
All Ways Network supports and empowers small not-for-profit organisations working with and for the Muslim community living in the UK with an annual income of £1 million or less. The team consists of Grant Officers and those in the charity sector to help you move forward.
Register your interest visit the BAME Funding Support page on the VAC website and complete the survey, providing as much detail as possible about the funding support your organisation requires.

Empowering Women Fund (previously tampon tax fund)

A national funding programme for small women’s groups and organisations to support the development of innovative ways of empowering women in their local area, and to build organisations’ capacity.
~ Seed Funding grants of £500 to £1,000 are available to small women’s groups to establish and run micro women’s empowerment projects.
~ Women’s Sector grants of £1,000 to £25,000 are available for women’s groups and organisations to develop capacity to respond to changing needs in their communities.  Full details here.  Closes 28 May 2021.

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 16th June at 11am.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Leighton College News

Leighton College, the specialist college with just 20 students aged 16-24 with mild to moderate learning disabilities, are holding coffee mornings for prospective students and their parents.  These will be at 11am and 1:30pm on Friday 28 May.
For more information contact Samantha Childs at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 020 7424 1617.
We are open for applications from students who have an EHCP for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other college to the Leighton College.

Talk for Health

Free Special Event hosted by Molly Carroll, a Talk for Health Trainer on Whose Story is it anyway? on Wednesday 26th May 2021 (6-7.30pm) or a free Talk for Health Taster on Tuesday 8th June 2021 (6-8pm)

Camden Safeguarding Children’s Partnership Courses

The Partnership has a range of courses including Engaging Fathers, Youth Gambling, Early Help and Child Exploitation. Full details on our Safeguarding page (scroll to bottom).

HCA Arts Programmes

Holborn Community Association are now accepting applications from young people aged 14-24 to participate in their flagship Summer Film Project, this year in partnership with the incredible London Transport Museum.  
The project will run on Saturdays from 12th June to 17th July,  with a two week summer holiday program, weekdays 26th July to 6th August, 10am-5pm.
More info: here and watch the project promo here
Request application details: email chloe.plumb@holborncommunity.co.uk or call 07790378396 stating the young person’s full name, date of birth, borough of residence and a contact number.  Deadline: 10am Monday 24th May

Camden Coproduction Network Meeting

The  fourth Camden Co-production Network Meeting is on 17 June 2021
Camden who have agreed to be guest presenter(s) and will share a particular aspect of their work working with Camden residents to award funds – participatory funding
On Zoom. To join or for inquiries contact Participation@Camden.gov.uk

Small Charity – Big Spaces

Tuesday 15 June, 10:00 – 12:00
A Community Matters event for Community Organisations on Big Advice Day, part of Small Charities Week.
This is an opportunity to pause and consider how to be in a strong place to move forwards for the future. Book here.

Volunteer Managers’ Forum

25th May, 10am
As always the topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers. These can be decided by you on the day or feel free to let us know what you would like to talk about in advance.
This event is free to attend and is open to volunteer managers everywhere. Full details and booking at Eventbrite.

Construction Youth Trust Project 16th – 20th August

This free 5 day course will be delivered by Kings Cross Construction and Skills Centre and is aimed at female Camden residents aged 16-30.
For more information or to register a resident you are currently supporting, please email pearl.o’keeffe@constructionyouth.org.uk

London Festival of Ideas

Toolkit launches on the 17th of May, + information sessions and applications will open for small grants to informal groups or organisations with a turnover of less than £100k to host activity during the festival. 28 June – 23 July 2021
Register for an information session below.
Register 18 May 11-12:30
Register 25 May 15:00-16:30
For more information, email: civilsociety@london.gov.uk

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.

Art Therapy with Likewise

Sessions are for over 18s and are free and are currently being held online or over the phone. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from a supportive space with a creative focus, please contact  learning@likewise.org.uk / 020 7278 4437 for more information. Or referrals can be made online.

Community Journalism Training

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

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.

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

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

Castlehaven seeks Environmental Engagement Project Manager

Castlehaven are currently looking for the perfect candidate to manage our highly respected environmental projects here at Castlehaven.  Are you passionate about gardening, nature and people? Would you like to work in the heart of Camden Town for an award-winning community association, managing our urban environmental projects? Full details here.  Closing 6 June.

Camden Cabinet Office – External Recruitment

Camden is recruiting 3 Cabinet Officer roles working directly to Cabinet Members supporting them in their day-to-day and policy portfolios. Excellent opportunities for growth and development and an entry into local government. Interest from Camden residents and community partners welcome.
The closing date is the 25th May 2021.  Apply here.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden, a green oasis in central London, 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. The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees by example, providing a collaborative framework to discuss, decide and implement matters of strategic importance to comply with Calthorpe’s charitable objectives. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on 11th June 2021.

Castlehaven’s Food Bank Needs Volunteers

Every week Castlehaven’s food bank feeds roughly 200 local residentsts in Camden. As life is returning to ‘normality’ and people are heading back to work we’re in need of more volunteers every Thursday to keep our food bank running. Email sharon@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

Cranfield Trust is looking for Trustees

Trustees are being recruited including someone with experience of leading a small charity focused on people’s welfare. Staff and trustees have a commitment to increasing the diversity of the Trust’s work and its Board and welcome contact from people from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic backgrounds, from people with a disability and from younger people. Previous experience of being a charity trustee is not necessary and there can be plenty of support for someone new to that role.
The closing date is 11 June. Full details from Jim Lennard,  james.lennard@cranfieldtrust.org

Learning Disability Network London are Recruiting

LDN London are now paying the London Living Wage for Support Workers (£21,157). We have positions available across Camden, Westminster, K&C and Islington.  Join our team and make a difference.  Details here.

Get Fit, Get Active, Get Gardening

Do you love the great outdoors, gardening and green spaces? Castlehaven Community Association need volunteers every Wednesday from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm to help maintain Castlehaven’s community parks in the heart of Camden Town.
All sessions are led by fully trained staff, and we’ll provide all the training, tools and equipment you’ll need. Email nichola@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

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.

Get a Free Gym Pass at Central YMCA Club

The YMCA Club is London’s friendliest, largest and most iconic gym. With a 25m indoor pool, a 2-tier cardio zone, free weights room and an extensive class timetable, there is something for everyone. The YMCA Club is different than other gyms, it has a true sense of community and our members say they they feel at home and accepted here and that they can improve their wellbeing while reaching their goals.
If you’d like to try it out for yourself you can get a free pass here

Central YMCA Programmes for Children and Young People

Central YMCA run a range of programmes for 4 to 14 year olds at YMCA Club, including action-packed Holiday Playschemes, After School Sports, Swim School and Youth Memberships. Our programme supports children to develop physical skills, whilst promoting inclusivity, positive health and wellbeing. The Club also has a Youth Membership programme for 13 to 18 year olds and accept Young Volunteers from the age of 15. Find out more here.

Tricky Period Pickup Locations

All pick up points can be accessed by anyone in need.
You do not need an address, proof of income or have any links with the pick up point venue (unless otherwise stated). Full list here.

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

Home Office consultation on new venues “Protect Duty”

The new duty would mean that owners and operators of publicly accessible buildings and spaces (including community centres and places of worship) would need to take appropriate and proportionate measures to protect the public from terrorist attacks. Details here.  Respond by 2nd July.

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

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

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

Camden residents wellbeing flyer

Public Health have put together a wellbeing flyer for Camden residents which includes a range of things residents can do to look after themselves, and support that’s available right now.
Contact Tanvi Barreto Tanvi.barreto@islington.gov.uk; if you have any queries.

Keeping The Community Directory Up-to-date

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

How to Volunteer and How to Recruit Volunteers in Camden

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

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

Our mailing address is:
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Are you looking for evaluation support? Could UCL researchers help?

The Evaluation Exchange matches voluntary and community organisations with small teams of UCL researchers to help tackle the organisations’ evaluation challenges.
Applications will open soon to organisations in Camden. If you would like to know more, join our free information session to learn about The Evaluation Exchange, if it is for you and your organisation and how to apply.
This event is open to voluntary and community sector organisations in Camden thinking of applying to the Evaluation Exchange or wondering if support from UCL postgraduate students might help them.
Monday 24th May at 2 – 3pm. Register for free via Eventbrite
For more information contact Ruth at r.unstead-joss@ucl.ac.uk

Mental Health Awareness Week

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, hosted by the Mental Health Foundation. The theme this year is nature. Found out more here. Local events here and here and here.

Lockdown Restrictions Ease Fruther from Monday

Step 3 on the easing of lockdown restrictions will go ahead as planned from Monday 17 May.  Full details on gov.uk

The Vaccine Bus is in Kilburn Friday and Saturday

Shak are working with the NHS and Camden Council to bring the COVID-19 community vaccination bus to the Kilburn neighbourhood.
1 Palmerston Road, NW6 2DG, just outside Grange Park.
Friday 14 May, 3-7pm   and Saturday 15 May, 10am – 2pm
Free to anyone who falls into one of the priority groups:
~ Aged 40 and over
~ At risk or high risk from coronavirus (clinically vulnerable)
~ A health and social care worker, including care home workers
~ Have a learning disability
~ You’re the main carer for someone at high risk from coronavirus
To book, call SHAK on 07462 599363 or email info@shakonline.co.uk.

Tricky Period Pickup Locations

All pick up points can be accessed by anyone in need.
You do not need an address, proof of income or have any links with the pick up point venue (unless otherwise stated). Full list here.

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

Home Office consultation on new venues “Protect Duty”

The new duty would mean that owners and operators of publicly accessible buildings and spaces (including community centres and places of worship) would need to take appropriate and proportionate measures to protect the public from terrorist attacks. Details here.  Respond by 2nd July.

Leighton College News

Leighton College, the specialist college with just 20 students aged 16-24 with mild to moderate learning disabilities, are holding coffee mornings for prospective students and their parents.  These will be at 11am and 1:30pm on Friday 21 May and Friday 28 May.
For more information contact Samantha Childs at samantha@elfridacamden.org.uk or on 020 7424 1617.
We are open for applications from students who have an EHCP for a September 2021 start date and we are able to support transitions from secondary school or other college to the Leighton College.

Camden Safeguarding Children’s Partnership Courses

The Partnership has a range of courses including Engaging Fathers, Youth Gambling, Early Help and Child Exploitation. Full details on our Safeguarding page (scroll to bottom).

HCA Arts Programmes

Holborn Community Association are now accepting applications from young people aged 14-24 to participate in their flagship Summer Film Project, this year in partnership with the incredible London Transport Museum.  
The project will run on Saturdays from 12th June to 17th July,  with a two week summer holiday program, weekdays 26th July to 6th August, 10am-5pm.
More info: here and watch the project promo here
Request application details: email chloe.plumb@holborncommunity.co.uk or call 07790378396 stating the young person’s full name, date of birth, borough of residence and a contact number.  Deadline: 10am Monday 24th May

Camden Coproduction Network Meeting

The  fourth Camden Co-production Network Meeting is on 17 June 2021
Camden who have agreed to be guest presenter(s) and will share a particular aspect of their work working with Camden residents to award funds – participatory funding
On Zoom. To join or for inquiries contact Participation@Camden.gov.uk

Small Charity – Big Spaces

Tuesday 15 June, 10:00 – 12:00
A Community Matters event for Community Organisations on Big Advice Day, part of Small Charities Week.
Community spaces are often at the heart of their community providing places to meet and activities to engage the people in the locality. The last year has been difficult and the future is uncertain. This is an opportunity to pause and consider how to be in a strong place to move forwards for the future. Book here.

YMCA Offers

See ‘Offers’ at the end for free pass offer and info on other activites.

Newsletters

Camden People First Easy Read
Camden Carers
RecommendMe
Young Camden Foundation
Healthwatch Camden
All Ways Network
West Euston Partnership

Queen’s Speech Announces Charities Bill and Dormant Assets Bill but Silent on Social Care

In her speech this week, the Queen announced two significant new pieces of legislation for the charity sector, as she outlined the government’s policy priorities for the coming year. In a speech in the House of Lords, the Queen confirmed plans to roll out the Dormant Assets Bill and Charities Bill. She said: “Legislation will support the voluntary sector by reducing unnecessary bureaucracy and releasing additional funds for good causes.” Read more here.
Organisations working within the social care sector have said that they are “extremely disappointed” by the lack of detailed social care policy announcements in the Queen’s speech. Read more here.

Citizens Assemblies: fashionable focus groups or the great hopes of democracy?

All over the world, people are coming together to deliberate some of the major issues we’re facing today. How much does it cost? What type of decisions are they making? And does this modish form of community power have real political teeth?  Read the report here.

Pro Bono Economics Analysis of Election Pledges in Thursday’s Elections

‘Camden GLA Member: Lab hold. The successful Labour GLA candidate, Anne Clarke, did not publish her own pledges but put community organising and empowering communities as her leading priority.
Mayor of London: Lab hold. Re-elected Labour Mayor Sadiq Khan has committed to establish a new measure of wellbeing in London as the core indicator of the city’s success, which should boost civil society’s profile in policymaking. Among other commitments to work with VCSEs on young people, climate change, homelessness and disability, he has asked for responsibility for administering the National Citizen’s Service in London to boost its success and to develop a new Community Micro-grants programme.’  Full results here.

How to Apply to Clothworkers’ Foundation

Wednesday 26th May, 11am – 12pm GMT
This event is free and aimed at small charities and not for profit organisations supporting the Muslim community in the UK.
~ Ask questions about the funding and application process.
~ Hear about tips on how to write a successful bid application.
~ See a demonstration of a successful and unsuccessful application
~ Gain an insight into the decision making processes led by the funder.
Book here.

Artist commissions for Camden Together

This fund has been created by Camden Council to commission new work that takes place outdoors as part of Camden Together, a season celebrating Camden’s reopening through arts and culture from early July to October 2021.
It’s open to: Camden-based freelance artists, creatives and producers.
Camden-based cultural and community organisations to work with freelance artists, creatives and producers.
The maximum grant award is £5,000, but we welcome applications for a smaller amount, with a minimum lower award of £250.
Full details here. Deadline  23:59 Sunday 30 May.

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.

Speak with a Trust for London Grants Manager

Trust for London next funding application deadline is 1 June 2021. If you would like to book an appointment to speak with one of our Grant Managers to discuss a potential application ahead of this deadline, the team would be happy to help. We would encourage you to read our funding guidelines to check your work is eligible before deciding to book an appointment. If you are a current grantee, please contact your Grants Manager in the first instance.

How to Become More Fundable

AWN’s tailor-made sessions as part of the ‘How to become more fundable’ series could help your organisation.
All Ways Network supports and empowers small not-for-profit organisations working with and for the Muslim community living in the UK with an annual income of £1 million or less. The team consists of Grant Officers and those in the charity sector to help you move forward.
Register your interest visit the BAME Funding Support page on the VAC website and complete the survey, providing as much detail as possible about the funding support your organisation requires.

Empowering Women Fund (previously tampon tax fund)

A national funding programme for small women’s groups and organisations to support the development of innovative ways of empowering women in their local area, and to build organisations’ capacity.
~ Seed Funding grants of £500 to £1,000 are available to small women’s groups to establish and run micro women’s empowerment projects.
~ Women’s Sector grants of £1,000 to £25,000 are available for women’s groups and organisations to develop capacity to respond to changing needs in their communities.  Full details here.  Closes 28 May 2021.

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 19th May at 11am.  Details and booking here.

Past Voluntary Action Forums: Resources

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

Safeguarding Courses:

Check back for details of upcoming courses

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

Workshop on improving communication skills

Online workshop together with SkillsMe on how to improve on your communication skills.
In this workshop you will learn about the power of storytelling and how you can develop communication skills to achieve more out of life and reach your goals. Perfect for people who want to be better at pitching an idea or passing a job interview or just simply looking to improve their every day communication skills.

Volunteer Managers’ Forum

25th May, 10am
As always the topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers. These can be decided by you on the day or feel free to let us know what you would like to talk about in advance.
This event is free to attend and is open to volunteer managers everywhere. Full details and booking at Eventbrite.

Construction Youth Trust Project 16th – 20th August

This free 5 day course will be delivered by Kings Cross Construction and Skills Centre and is aimed at female Camden residents aged 16-30.
For more information or to register a resident you are currently supporting, please email pearl.o’keeffe@constructionyouth.org.uk

London Festival of Ideas

Toolkit launches on the 17th of May, + information sessions and applications will open for small grants to informal groups or organisations with a turnover of less than £100k to host activity during the festival. 28 June – 23 July 2021
Register for an information session below.
Register 18 May 11-12:30
Register 25 May 15:00-16:30
For more information, email: civilsociety@london.gov.uk

Startup School for Seniors

An 8 week eLearning programme funded by London Community Response to support over 50s that have been made redundant or unemployed, this is an area of which I’m extremely familiar.
The next unfunded cohort starts on 27th May. Referr participants who would benefit from being part of a community of older soon-to-be business owners.

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.

Winvisible Workshop

Disabled mums and our children – our rights to support not separation
Wednesday 19 May 1.30pm-3pm
Full details and booking at the Winvisible website.

Art Therapy with Likewise

Sessions are for over 18s and are free and are currently being held online or over the phone. If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from a supportive space with a creative focus, please contact  learning@likewise.org.uk / 020 7278 4437 for more information. Or referrals can be made online.

EBB 2021 Youth Summit

Book your tickets for the upcoming Youth Summit 29 May 2021 – 12 June 2021 on EventBrite .  Keynote speaker Dr Khan, 4th Chairman of the International Human Rights Commission.

Community Journalism Training

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

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.

Introduction to domestic violence and abuse e-learning

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

Job Vacancies at Henna Asian Women’s Group:

Outreach Worker (preferably Somali- speaking)  for 1 day (7 hours) a week at £10.85 per hour (LLW) on a one year contract
Project and Ageing Better Camden Worker (Sylheti and Hindi Speaking) for 2 days (14 hours) a week at £12 per hour on a six month contract.
Closing date for both posts is Thursday 20th May 2021 at 5pm. Interviews on w/c Monday 24th May 2021.
To register an interest and for further details including Job Description, please contact Momota Khatoon by e-mailing Momota@hennaorg.co.uk

Castlehaven seeks Environmental Engagement Project Manager

Castlehaven are currently looking for the perfect candidate to manage our highly respected environmental projects here at Castlehaven, could it be you?
Are you passionate about gardening, nature and people? Would you like to work in the heart of Camden Town for an award-winning community association, managing our urban environmental projects? Full details here.

Two freelance roles at Camden Council

Camden Council is recruiting for two freelance roles for 7 months, £3k a month, 36 hours a week, remote/ London, starting ASAP.
• Marketing and Promotions Manager
• Cultural Programme Co-ordinator
The application deadline is noon on Wednesday 19 May 2021.
These roles will work on a season that celebrates Camden’s reopening through arts and culture.
If you are interested, please email mike.candler@camden.gov.uk for a detailed job profile.

Coram’s Fields are Recruiting a Grounds Person

The following documents for the role can be found at https://www.coramsfields.org/grounds-person-vacancy/
• Job advertisement for Grounds Person
• Job description and person specification for Grounds Person
• Coram’s Fields Application Form
All applicants will need to complete the application form.

Calthorpe Community Garden, Seeks Chair

Calthorpe Community Garden, a green oasis in central London, 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. The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees by example, providing a collaborative framework to discuss, decide and implement matters of strategic importance to comply with Calthorpe’s charitable objectives. For a full job description please email: calthorpetrustees@gmail.com. Closing date: 5pm on 11th June 2021.

Age UK Camden seeks Marketing & Communication’s Officer

35 Hours per week SCP 23 to SCP 25 £32,298 pa – £33,473 pa
The communications & marketing officer has a vital role to play in planning and delivering communications to key stakeholders including supporters, volunteers, and staff. The post holder will publish content across various channels, including website, social media, print and online marketing materials.
For further details and to apply please visit the website. As part of the application process please submit an updated CV and covering letter.
Closing date: 17th May 2021 9am

Get Fit, Get Active, Get Gardening

Do you love the great outdoors, gardening and green spaces? Castlehaven Community Association need volunteers every Wednesday from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm to help maintain Castlehaven’s community parks in the heart of Camden Town.
All sessions are led by fully trained staff, and we’ll provide all the training, tools and equipment you’ll need. Email nichola@castlehaven.org.uk to get involved.

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.