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Camden Community Festival Grants Are Open For 2019-20

Camden Council’s community festival grants, administered by Voluntary Action Camden, are now open. This annual grant scheme adds brightness, culture and diversity to all areas of Camden, thanks to the local communities that work tirelessly to put these festivals together. Last year Camden Council funded just over 50 community events and are looking forward to the 2019-20 applications.
Application forms: please read the grant criteria guidelines first to see if your event is eligible.
~ Grant criteria guidelines
~ Application for small scale events under 500 attendees
~ Application fro large scale events over 500 attendees
For all application inquires please contact Voluntary Action Camden on 0207 284 6550 or email acharles@vac.org.uk
If you have any event related enquiries, for example road closures, health and safety or anything else event related, contact Camden Events Service on 020 7974 5633 or email events@camden.gov.uk
Closing date Thursday 28th February.  See the VAC website for full details.

Two Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Introduction: Protecting Children in the Community.
Tuesday 8th January 9.45am-12.30pm.
Protecting Children in the Community is an introductory course designed for all those who work directly with children, young people or their families. Open to all those who have had little or no safeguarding training before.
Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding. 
Wednesday 16th  January 9.45am – 3pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
See the VAC Events section below for full details.

TDS, Camden’s Training & Development Service is Changing

VAC is organising a meeting in the new year for the voluntary and community sector in Camden about training. If you use the Camden TDS service to train your staff or volunteers then this meeting is for you. This is an  important opportunity for the sector to have a say about Camden’s proposals for the service.  Look out for details in the New Year.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

VCSE health and wellbeing fund 2019 to 2020

Applications are invited from existing schemes to trial a new approach to helping children and young people with their mental health. The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 15 February 2019.
Projects should: adopt community and person-centred approaches to improving the mental health of children and young people aged 0 to 25 years; have strong local connections already in place: be delivered by the VCSE sector; be co-produced with service users and stakeholders.
Full details at www.gov.uk

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Two Safeguarding Courses from VAC in 2019

Safeguarding Introduction: Protecting Children in the Community.
Tuesday 8th January 9.45am-12.30pm.
Protecting Children in the Community is an introductory course designed for all those who work directly with children, young people or their families. Open to all those who have had little or no safeguarding training before.
• Who Should Take This Course? Suitable for anyone requiring basic safeguarding training, including volunteers, play workers and new starters.
The workshop will cover the following essential aspects of safeguarding:
• An introduction to the legislation, guidance, policies and procedures for safeguarding and child protection.
• An understanding of the different types of child abuse and the ways in which children can be harmed.
• The importance of partnership work
• Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
• Your role and responsibilities for safeguarding and child protection
• Recognising and responding to concerns appropriately.
Safeguarding Advance: Developing knowledge and understanding. 
Wednesday 16th  January 9.45am – 3pm (Includes lunch)
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process through a variety of written text, case studies and interactive exercises.
Who Should Take This Course? Suitable for anyone who has attended safeguarding training previously and would like to update their knowledge and skills further, including volunteers and workers of all levels.
The training will cover the following:
• Department for Education’s updated statutory guidance for England and Wales.
• Myth Busting & Social Care: Exploring safeguarding attitudes in the community.
• Awareness of current issues / Understanding emerging forms of abuse.
• Safeguarding awareness and assessing need: Race, culture, gender and ability.
• Dealing with disclosures
• Safeguarding in Camden, thresholds and the role of professionals.
Contact Dianne to book a place on Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

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

Charity and Social Enterprise Management CertHE at Anglia Ruskin Universtiy

Distance learning, part-time undergraduate (2 years)
Improve your skills and knowledge in several areas of business management, including marketing, financial management, human resources and social impact
Develop your intellectual, academic and interpersonal skills
Core modules; Leadership and Management; Financial Management; Marketing; Human Resources; Social Impact Assessment
Full details at Anglia Ruskin website.

Rethink Mental Illness Courses

Rethink provide free Mental Health Training to professionals and organisations in Camden and Islington as well as individuals living, working, volunteering or studying in the Boroughs.
The courses include:
~ Mental Health First Aid
~ Youth Mental Health First Aid
~ Mental Health Awareness
~ Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers
Please email training@rethink.org for more information and to book courses.
You can book places on these courses at www.rethink.org/camdenislingtontraining

Recovery College enrolment opens on Monday

Openning for all courses running January to April 2019.   Some of our courses always fill up quickly so we can’t guarantee there will be places on all courses after Christmas.
Students can come in to see us to enrol, or register online www.candi.nhs.uk/recoverycollege  and then visit us to sign the student charter.

Nafsiyat Cultural Competency Workshops

These are aimed at counsellors/therapists who would like to strengthen their practice in this area.
The workshop will draw on clinical examples and work as well as the intercultural experience to put forward the processes involved in working at the juncture of the client’s inner and outer experiences.
~ Sunday 17th February 2019
~ Sunday 16th June 2019
~ Sunday 8th September 2019
~ Sunday 10th November 2019
Tickets are £68.71 and can be purchased here

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

Abbey Community Centre seeks Centre and Activities Coordinator

Abbey are recruiting a Centre and Activities Coordinator to work with a diverse range of local people, volunteers and stakeholders.  The purpose of this role is to coordinate the centre and its programme of activities for local people to support their health and wellbeing and improve quality of life.
Full details of how to apply at the Abbey Community Centre website
Closing Date for Applications: 9am Monday 14th January 2019

Age UK Camden seeks Camden Community Connector

21 hours per week over 4 days  £30,012 to £31,764 pro rata + 6% contributory pension
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated, or at risk of social isolation, to opportunities and activities that support a greater sense of wellbeing.
To succeed, you’ll need to be motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude. Community minded, you’ll be passionate about improving later life.
For details and application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Wed 23rd January – 9 am. Interviews:Tues 29th January

Heath Hands are recruiting a Wildlife Projects Assistant

Interested in local wildlife and promoting nature to the public? Do consider applying for Heath Hands’ new part-time project assistant role based on Hampstead Heath. Full details here: https://heath-hands.org.uk/cms/jobs 

The Caraf Centre seeks a Cleaner

The Caraf Centre in Queen’s Crescent  is looking for someone to work part time for 13 hours per week in the evenings and must be available on weekends.
For immediate start.
You will need energy and strength. You must be able to understand, speak and read English. You must know about health and safety be able to pay attention to detail. If you would like to know more about this role please contact
Indira Vyas on 0207 284 0030 ext. 2004
E: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk  web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

The Community Partnerships team seeks Apprentice

To learn to lead on projects and team priorities as well as providing administrative, project and community support to the Community Partnerships Team and commit to completing a level 4 Associate Project Management apprenticeship qualification. The Community Partnership Team aims to create a cohesive and resilient borough, working closely with Camden’s voluntary and community sector organisations. There are 10 Community Partners within the team, each leading on projects which deliver the strategic objectives outlined in the Camden 2025 Plan and the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Strategy. Full details here.

Crick seeks Exhibitions Officer

To join the Crick’s public engagement team. It’s a great opportunity to join a young but very ambitious biomedical research institute, working closely with colleagues in the events, community and education outreach teams, as well as collaborating with Crick scientists, to deliver temporary exhibitions in the heart of Kings Cross. Details here: https://bit.ly/2Pzv4UW deadline 16th January.

Family Support Volunteers Wanted

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time? Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting: 16th January -13th March Every Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm. Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603email: info@homestartcamden.org or
www.homestartcamden.org.uk

University College London seeks Alumni Volunteer Manager

This exciting new position will lead, develop and deliver our alumni volunteer strategy. Alumni volunteers are involved in a range of activities including mentoring students, speaking at events and organising network groups across the world.
Information on the position is available here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/campaign/work-us/find-your-next-role
Salary: £35,328 – £42,701 per annum Closing date: Sunday 13th January 2019

Elfrida Rathbone Camden seeks Work Experience Support Volunteers

To accompany students from The Leighton College on their weekly work placement. Students typically spend two or three hours a week at their work placement, which can be in a shop, café, garden centre, office or other local venue. We are looking for volunteers who like working with young people to offer a minimum of a half-day a week to supporting a student at their work experience placement. Experience of learning disabilities and/or education would be an advantage but is not essential.
To apply please visit the website

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

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

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

Universal Credit is Coming

Universal Credit will be rolled out across Camden this month. The council have produced a UC guide which provides further information as well as a leaflet for residents that provides a summary of what UC is, who is likely to be affected and where to go for budgeting and digital advice and support. Camden’s UC team have also produced a useful presentation to help you understand UC.  KWUG also provide self help in Camden for claimants.

Camden asks for views on measures to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping

Changes to the welfare benefit system, a shortage of affordable housing and increased private rents are all having an impact nationally, contributing to a homelessness crisis, which in the worst incidences can result in rough sleeping.
You can read the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy online now. The online consultation is now open and will close on Monday 18 February 2019. Or to make more detailed comments or queries please email: HomelessConsultation@camden.gov.uk

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TDS, Camden’s Training & Development Service is Changing

Thursday, 20 December from 10:00 to 12:00 at Charlie Ratchford Ctr
If you use the Camden TDS service to train your staff or volunteers then this meeting is for you. This is an  important opportunity for the voluntary sector to have a say about Camden’s proposals for the service.  Join in the discussion about how Camden Council and the VCS work together. Book at Eventbrite

The Community Partnerships team seeks Apprentice

To learn to lead on projects and team priorities as well as providing administrative, project and community support to the Community Partnerships Team and commit to completing a level 4 Associate Project Management apprenticeship qualification. The Community Partnership Team aims to create a cohesive and resilient borough, working closely with Camden’s voluntary and community sector organisations. There are 10 Community Partners within the team, each leading on projects which deliver the strategic objectives outlined in the Camden 2025 Plan and the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Strategy. Full details here.

New Council Website

The council’s communication team have confirmed that there are some migration issues with the new site launched yesterday.  Most things can be found by using search on the new site.  For example, the Wish Plus referral form can be found here.

Rethink Mental Illness Courses

Rethink provide free Mental Health Training to professionals and organisations in Camden and Islington as well as individuals living, working, volunteering or studying in the Boroughs.
The courses include:
~ Mental Health First Aid
~ Youth Mental Health First Aid
~ Mental Health Awareness
~ Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers
Please email training@rethink.org for more information and to book courses.
You can book places on these courses at www.rethink.org/camdenislingtontraining

Free immigration advice at Latin American House on Tuesday 18th of December

To celebrate International Migrants Day on 18th of December, Latin American House is offering a free extra drop in immigration advice session from 3pm with their Spanish speaker in-house solicitor – there is also a Portuguese translator, in addition to their free regular drop-in sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

VCSE health and wellbeing fund 2019 to 2020

Applications are invited from existing schemes to trial a new approach to helping children and young people with their mental health. The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 15 February 2019.
Projects should: adopt community and person-centred approaches to improving the mental health of children and young people aged 0 to 25 years; have strong local connections already in place: be delivered by the VCSE sector; be co-produced with service users and stakeholders.
Full details at www.gov.uk

Clarion Futures Community Grants Programme

Open until Friday the 8th of February 2019 for applications from community, voluntary and charitable groups that would like to deliver community projects
Clarion formed following the merger in 2016 of Affinity Sutton Group Limited and Circle Housing Group and is the largest housing group in the country and one of its biggest housebuilders. Through its Community Grants Programme – managed by Groundwork – it awards grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 to charities, community organisations and voluntary groups for projects which primarily benefit its residents.
Full details at http://www.groundwork.org.uk/clarion-uk or contact Julie Bustos – Groundwork – Partnerships and Programmes Coordinator- info@groundwork.org.uk

Ibrahim Foundation

Ibrahim Foundation makes grants to organisations which aim to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the UK. They like to consider work which others may find hard to fund, perhaps because it breaks new ground, appears too risky, requires core funding
The grants range from £500 – £10,000. Extraordinary projects may receive grants up to £50,000.
The Foundation believes those on the front lines in the community best understand the particular needs and where grants will bear the greatest fruits. Full details and how to apply at www.ibrahimfoundation.com/apply.html
Contact: grants@ibrahimfoundation.com

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

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

Charity and Social Enterprise Management CertHE at Anglia Ruskin Universtiy

Distance learning, part-time undergraduate (2 years)
Improve your skills and knowledge in several areas of business management, including marketing, financial management, human resources and social impact
Develop your intellectual, academic and interpersonal skills
Core modules; Leadership and Management; Financial Management; Marketing; Human Resources; Social Impact Assessment
Full details at Anglia Ruskin website.

Recovery College enrolment opens on Monday

Openning for all courses running January to April 2019.   Some of our courses always fill up quickly so we can’t guarantee there will be places on all courses after Christmas.
Students can come in to see us to enrol, or register online www.candi.nhs.uk/recoverycollege  and then visit us to sign the student charter.

Nafsiyat Cultural Competency Workshops

These are aimed at counsellors/therapists who would like to strengthen their practice in this area.
The workshop will draw on clinical examples and work as well as the intercultural experience to put forward the processes involved in working at the juncture of the client’s inner and outer experiences.
~ Sunday 17th February 2019
~ Sunday 16th June 2019
~ Sunday 8th September 2019
~ Sunday 10th November 2019
Tickets are £68.71 and can be purchased here

Songhaven’s Winter Warmer

Dementia Friendly Concerts. Saturday 15th December at Lumen Cafe, to enjoy a music concert, seasonal singalongs and festive afternoon tea. Booking is essential, to book visit http://songhaven.co.uk  For more information email songhaven@songhaven.co.uk

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

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

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

Castlehaven Community Association seeks Chief Executive Officer

The current Chief Executive Officer is retiring in April 2019. The new CEO will have significant experience in leading a complex multi-facetted charity. The new postholder will provide leadership and be responsible for the organisation’s staff, facilities, administration and financial management. You will work closely with the board of trustees to develop the organisation’s long-term strategy, budget and business plan and ensure it complies with the law and regulations.
Full details of how to apply at the Castlehaven website.
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 16th December 2018

Crick seeks Exhibitions Officer

To join the Crick’s public engagement team. It’s a great opportunity to join a young but very ambitious biomedical research institute, working closely with colleagues in the events, community and education outreach teams, as well as collaborating with Crick scientists, to deliver temporary exhibitions in the heart of Kings Cross. Details here: https://bit.ly/2Pzv4UW deadline 16th January.

Family Support Volunteers Wanted

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time? Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting: 16th January -13th March Every Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm. Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603email: info@homestartcamden.org or
www.homestartcamden.org.uk

University College London seeks Alumni Volunteer Manager

This exciting new position will lead, develop and deliver our alumni volunteer strategy. Alumni volunteers are involved in a range of activities including mentoring students, speaking at events and organising network groups across the world.
Information on the position is available here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/campaign/work-us/find-your-next-role
Salary: £35,328 – £42,701 per annum Closing date: Sunday 13th January 2019

Elfrida Rathbone Camden seeks Work Experience Support Volunteers

To accompany students from The Leighton College on their weekly work placement. Students typically spend two or three hours a week at their work placement, which can be in a shop, café, garden centre, office or other local venue. We are looking for volunteers who like working with young people to offer a minimum of a half-day a week to supporting a student at their work experience placement. Experience of learning disabilities and/or education would be an advantage but is not essential.
To apply please visit the website

Age UK Camden seeks Care Navigation/Social Prescribing Manager

P02 SCP 35-38 £34,938 to £37,650 pa pro rata for a 28 hour week
Age UK Camden (AUC)  are  an exciting new service for Camden Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) as part of  a social prescribing service for residents of 18 years and over until March 2020.
The service has developed from the Care Navigation pilot which AUC successfully ran for residents 60 years of age and over until Sept 2018.
For further details and an application form visit our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.  No CVs, no agencies please.
Closing date:  End of day Wednesday 19th December 2018

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Care Navigation and Social Prescribing Service in Camden

VAC, Age UK Camden and WISH Plus have teamed up to open up the successful Care Navigation and Social Prescribing Service to all over 18s living with a long term health condition. Find out more online at VAC and Age UK Camden.

Camden asks for views on measures to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping

Changes to the welfare benefit system, a shortage of affordable housing and increased private rents are all having an impact nationally, contributing to a homelessness crisis, which in the worst incidences can result in rough sleeping.
You can read the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy online now. The online consultation is now open and will close on Monday 18 February 2019. Or to make more detailed comments or queries please email: HomelessConsultation@camden.gov.uk

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Universal Credit is Coming

Universal Credit will be rolled out across Camden this month. The council have produced a UC guide which provides further information as well as a leaflet for residents (see attached PDF) that provides a summary of what UC is, who is likely to be affected and where to go for budgeting and digital advice and support.

CPPEG Open Meeting

Tuesday 11 December – 14:00 to 16:00.
St Pancras Hospital, Conference Centre, 4 St Pancras Way, NW1 0PE
Presentation Titles:
o Presentation: Accessible Information Standards – Practical Support Visits for Camden GP Practices
o Presentation: The National Diabetes Prevention Programme in Camden
o Presentation: Self Care –  managing your health better
To RSVP – email martin.emery@nhs.net or Tel: 0203 688 1755

Camden Can pledge

The Camden Pledge is a promise from an organisation to take action to help people who live and work in Camden to lead healthier lives, whether these are staff, residents, customers or colleagues.
The Camden Pledge is for every organisation and group in Camden, no matter how large or small.
Organisations promise to take two actions: one to make healthy food and drink more affordable and accessible, and one to encourage and enable physical activity.
Once an organisation has made their pledge they receive a certificate and window sticker to show they are a part of the scheme.  We also create a list of organisations/groups who have made a Camden Pledge and promote these via social media and online. Find out more at the Camden Can website.

Making the Most of Camden’s Training and Development Service

Thursday, 20 December from 10:00 to 12:00 at Charlie Ratchford Ctr
Meet some of Camden’s Learning and Development team and hear about the proposals for the service and Camden Council’s approach to continuous learning and improvement.  It is also an opportunity to discuss your organisations learning and development needs, how you currently meet them and any emerging needs you have.  This is the start of a discussion about how Camden Council and the VCS work together. Book your place at Eventbrite

Have Your Say on Camden Transport Plans

What are your priorities for our roads, cycle paths and transport networks in Camden? The Council has a new plan for transport in Camden from 2019 to 2041 and wants to know your views. Have your say in the consultation by Friday 14 December.

Nafsiyat Cultural Competency Workshops

These are aimed at counsellors/therapists who would like to strengthen their practice in this area.
The workshop will draw on clinical examples and work as well as the intercultural experience to put forward the processes involved in working at the juncture of the client’s inner and outer experiences.
~ Sunday 17th February 2019
~ Sunday 16th June 2019
~ Sunday 8th September 2019
~ Sunday 10th November 2019
Tickets are £68.71 and can be purchased here

Camden asks for views on measures to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping

Changes to the welfare benefit system, a shortage of affordable housing and increased private rents are all having an impact nationally, contributing to a homelessness crisis, which in the worst incidences can result in rough sleeping.
You can read the draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy online now. The online consultation is now open and will close on Monday 18 February 2019.
If you would like to make more detailed comments or have any queries please email: HomelessConsultation@camden.gov.uk

Free immigration advice at Latin American House on Tuesday 18th of December

To celebrate International Migrants Day on 18th of December, Latin American House is offering a free extra drop in immigration advice session from 3pm with their Spanish speaker in-house solicitor – there is also a Portuguese translator, in addition to their free regular drop-in sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

Clarion Futures Community Grants Programme

Open until Friday the 8th of February 2019 for applications from community, voluntary and charitable groups that would like to deliver community projects
Clarion formed following the merger in 2016 of Affinity Sutton Group Limited and Circle Housing Group and is the largest housing group in the country and one of its biggest housebuilders. Through its Community Grants Programme – managed by Groundwork – it awards grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 to charities, community organisations and voluntary groups for projects which primarily benefit its residents.
Full details at http://www.groundwork.org.uk/clarion-uk or contact Julie Bustos – Groundwork – Partnerships and Programmes Coordinator- info@groundwork.org.uk

The Wakeham Trust

The Wakeham Trust provides grants to help people rebuild their communities. They are particularly interested in neighbourhood projects, community arts projects, projects involving community service by young people, or projects set up by those who are socially excluded.
They favour small projects – often, but not always, start-ups and they try to break the vicious circle whereby you have to be established to get funding from major charities, but you have to get funding to get established.
Apply in writing by Email: TheWakehamTrust@icloud.com  Web: https://thewakehamtrust.wordpress.com/

Jewish Child’s Day Grants

Jewish Child’s Day aims to assist disabled, disadvantaged, neglected or abused Jewish children worldwide. Grants may be given for items of equipment or a specific project. Grants made must directly benefit children up to age 18.
For more information about applying for a Jewish Child’s Day grant please email Natasha Brookner: natasha.brookner@jcd.uk.com or apply online.

Ibrahim Foundation

Ibrahim Foundation makes grants to organisations which aim to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the UK. They like to consider work which others may find hard to fund, perhaps because it breaks new ground, appears too risky, requires core funding
The grants range from £500 – £10,000. Extraordinary projects may receive grants up to £50,000.
The Foundation believes those on the front lines in the community best understand the particular needs and where grants will bear the greatest fruits. Full details and how to apply at www.ibrahimfoundation.com/apply.html
Contact: grants@ibrahimfoundation.com

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

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

Youth Mental Health First Aid

17th and 18th of December At VAC, Charlie Ratchford Centre.
Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses are for everyone who works with, lives with or supports young people aged 8-18. They will teach you the skills and confidence to spot the signs of mental health issues in a young person, offer first aid and guide them towards the support they need. In doing so, you can speed up a young person’s recovery and stop a mental health issue from getting worse.
The price per delegate will be £180.00.  Click here for full details.

Songhaven’s Winter Warmer

Dementia Friendly Concerts. Saturday 15th December at Lumen Cafe, to enjoy a music concert, seasonal singalongs and festive afternoon tea. Booking is essential, to book visit http://songhaven.co.uk  For more information email songhaven@songhaven.co.uk

Wild Bunch celebrates Votes for Women

‘A club night run by people with learning difficulties for everyone’
Monday 10th December, 7pm-11pm, at Electrowerkz, 7 Torrens Street, EC1
Over 18’s only, £5 on the door. More info call Elfrida Society on 020 7359 7443

Camden Society Courses

If you are thinking of applying for spring term courses  the deadline for bookings is 14th December. community@thecamdensoiety.co.uk

Castlehaven’s WinterFEST

Friday 14th December 2-8pm. On Hawley Road (Paved area) NW1 8RU. Free
A festive day for everyone, including ice rink, Father Christmas grotto, children’s rides & bouncy castle, local performers, food & drink and gift stalls.
For more information email danielle@castlehaven.org.uk or call 020 7485 3386

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Monday, 10th December, from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

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

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

University College London seeks Alumni Volunteer Manager

This exciting new position will lead, develop and deliver our alumni volunteer strategy. Alumni volunteers are involved in a range of activities including mentoring students, speaking at events and organising network groups across the world.
Information on the position is available here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/campaign/work-us/find-your-next-role
Salary: £35,328 – £42,701 per annum Closing date: Sunday 13th January 2019

Elfrida Rathbone Camden seeks Work Experience Support Volunteers

To accompany students from The Leighton College on their weekly work placement. Students typically spend two or three hours a week at their work placement, which can be in a shop, café, garden centre, office or other local venue. We are looking for volunteers who like working with young people to offer a minimum of a half-day a week to supporting a student at their work experience placement. Experience of learning disabilities and/or education would be an advantage but is not essential.
To apply please visit the website

Age UK Camden seeks Care Navigation/Social Prescribing Manager

P02 SCP 35-38 £34,938 to £37,650 pa pro rata for a 28 hour week
Age UK Camden (AUC)  are  an exciting new service for Camden Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) as part of  a social prescribing service for residents of 18 years and over until March 2020.
The service has developed from the Care Navigation pilot which AUC successfully ran for residents 60 years of age and over until Sept 2018.
For further details and an application form visit our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.  No CVs, no agencies please.
Closing date:  End of day Wednesday 19th December 2018

Safeguarding Board Administrator

£27,093 – £29,188 Pro rata Permanent, Part time, 21.6 (3 days) hours per week
Camden Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board is a group of statutory, voluntary and independent organisations all committed to working together and its work is centred on safeguarding adults from any kind of abuse and neglect. The Board is multi agency and coordinates how its members and partner agencies across the borough work together in order to help and protect adults who may be experiencing, or are at risk of harm. Full details online.

LAWRS seeks No Limits Project Coordinator and VAWG Manager

LAWRS are looking for two motivated individuals to join our team. Please take a look at our current job vacancies:
~ No Limits Project Coordinator – Deadline: Wed 12/12
~ Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Manager – Deadline: Wed 12/12
All recruitment documents are on the CharityJob website at the above links.

Camden Disability Action seeks Focus Group Members

The focus group meeting is about disabled people’s experience using information and advice services in Camden. We are looking for 6-8 people and there will be refreshments plus £40 thank you from the organisers.  Contact Brendan 07930 669 417 or email brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk if you are interested in taking part.

Child Mentor Volunteers Needed

The Kids Network is looking for fun, committed and passionate volunteers to make an impact to the lives of little Londoners. Our flexible year-long mentoring programme supports children aged 8-11 with their social and emotional development during the transitional period between primary and secondary.
As a mentor, you will:
~ Facilitate weekly 1:1 sessions of 1-3 hours.
~ Build confidence and resilience in your matched child
~ Connect with a community of mentors through peer to peer support.
~ Receive ongoing personal support from The Kids Network Team
Link to a more in-depth description and application form here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

The Kosmos Centre has an office to rent in their building in Kentish Town.

Recently decorated, four desks, £750 per calendar month.
Non-profit organisations only.
For further details please see
https://www.kosmoscentre.org.uk/room-hire/office-available/

Camley Street area Neighbourhood Development Plan

Neighbours, businesses and other interested parties are invited to give feedback on the plan.
The consultation is open until Sunday 13th January 2019.
The plan can be viewed online at http://camleystreet.org.uk.
There will be events affording an opportunity to feedback and talk to members of the forum and planning team. They will be held at the Library, Camden Council, 5 Pancras Square, Kings Cross, London N1 on:
~ Monday 10th December 2018 17:00- 20:00
~ Saturday 5th January 2019 11:00-14:00
For further information, and to give your feedback, please contact 020 7255 9976 or email: secretary@camleystreet.org.uk.

Our mailing address is:
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ARC Appreciation Day

On 1st December S.P.I.D. youth theatre group in partnership with SHAK, based on Alexandra and Ainsworth Estate, are hosting ARC Appreciation Day. An event where we can bring everybody together, where we would want you to take part in our food stalls, art workshops and exciting games that everyone can join in and have fun and so much more!
Come and check out the ARC youth club, as it holds a wide programme outside of the S.P.I.D. workshops, and has many opportunities for young people to take part in workshops and relax in a safe space.
For more details contact youth@spidtheatre.com or call 07903861674.

Tree planting this weekend

Take part in London’s biggest ever tree planting this weekend. Head over to the Volunteer Centre Camden website to find out how to take part

Getting Online in Later Life

Wednesday the 5th of December from 11.15am to 3.30pm in Angel.
The Centre for Ageing Better, in partnership with One Digital, are running an exploratory workshop looking at informal support to help people in later life get and stay online.  The workshop is for practitioners delivering informal support to help people to build the confidence and skills to get online.
This will also help to inform the development of an online resource to support practitioners to embed digital skills into their own delivery.
Organisations or individuals supporting older people to use computers and the internet, no matter how informally, are invited to join. We are able to reimburse travel where needed. If you are interested please email Kristina.leonnet@ageing-better.org.uk or phone 020 3829 0113.

Free Workshops hosted by West Euston Partnership

Do you have the following? Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscaculia, ADHD or autism spectrum disorder? Or think you do? We are offering information, advice and guidance to help you at home, work or in study.
Tuesday 4th December (6pm-7:30pm) at West Euston Partnership (Address: 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA, next door to Sainsbury’s Local).
Goals Workshop – Wednesday 5th December (11am – 1pm)
Want to plan for 2019? Our experienced coach will teach you simple techniques to help you both set and achieve your short or long-term goals.
Hpod, Cumberland Market, London NW1 3RH – next door to Regents Park Practice
Interested in either of the above? Contact David Hermanstein (T: 020 7388 7932/07908845154 or david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk) to book a place.

Camley Street area Neighbourhood Development Plan

Neighbours, businesses and other interested parties are invited to give feedback on the plan.
The consultation is open until Sunday 13th January 2019.
The plan can be viewed online at http://camleystreet.org.uk.
There will be events affording an opportunity to feedback and talk to members of the forum and planning team. They will be held at the Library, Camden Council, 5 Pancras Square, Kings Cross, London N1 on:
~ Monday 10th December 2018 17:00- 20:00
~ Saturday 5th January 2019 11:00-14:00
For further information, and to give your feedback, please contact 020 7255 9976 or email: secretary@camleystreet.org.uk.

Fitzrovia Youth in Action

You can read the Fitzrovia Youth in Action’s Christmas Newsletter here.

Camden Society Courses

If you are thinking of applying for spring term courses  the deadline for bookings for the free courses is only 3 weeks away on 14th December.
Please do get in touch via community@thecamdensoiety.co.uk

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

Government Fund to Celebrate Windrush Generation

Launched today (22 November), new funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) will support local commemorative and educational events across England that recognise the arrival of MV Empire Windrush at Port Tilbury on 21 July 1948 with 492 Caribbean migrants and the contribution of the migrants who later became known as the Windrush Generation.
The minimum amount available is £2,500 and the maximum is £25,000.
The deadline for applications is 21 January 2019.  Full details online.

MOPAC Victims Fund 2019/20 to benefit victims of crime

The Fund will build the capacity and maximise the potential of VCSE organisations to support the continued and improved provision of vital services that help victims of crime to cope and recover.
Grants of between £10,000 and £35,000 are available. Deadline 4th January.
Contact 020 7582 5117 or applications@londoncf.org.uk. Full details online.

Nationwide Community Grants

The fund is looking for local housing projects that will strengthen your local community under the following themes:
• supporting the most vulnerable
• finding new approaches to increasing the supply of housing
• reinventing renting for both tenants and landlords
Deadline: 5pm on 7th December 2018
Please contact The Programmes Team at The London Community Foundation if you have any queries about the Fund at applications@londoncf.org.uk or 020 7582 5117.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Youth Mental Health First Aid

17th and 18th of December At VAC, Charlie Ratchford Centre.
Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses are for everyone who works with, lives with or supports young people aged 8-18. They will teach you the skills and confidence to spot the signs of mental health issues in a young person, offer first aid and guide them towards the support they need. In doing so, you can speed up a young person’s recovery and stop a mental health issue from getting worse.
The price per delegate will be £180.00.  Click here for full details.

Songhaven’s Winter Warmer

Dementia Friendly Concerts. Saturday 15th December at Lumen Cafe, to enjoy a music concert, seasonal singalongs and festive afternoon tea. Booking is essential, to book visit http://songhaven.co.uk  For more information email songhaven@songhaven.co.uk

Wild Bunch celebrates Votes for Women

‘A club night run by people with learning difficulties for everyone’
Monday 10th December, 7pm-11pm, at Electrowerkz, 7 Torrens Street, EC1
Over 18’s only, £5 on the door. More info call Elfrida Society on 020 7359 7443

The Kids Network Winter Socktail Party

5th December A £10 suggested donation on the door will get you your pizza fix, cocktails and an evening packed full of entertainment and the warm fuzzies.  Contact info@thekidsnetwork.org.uk

Winter Wonderland

2nd December 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Living Centre in partnership with Somers Town Community Association
See Eventbrite for full details and booking.

Castlehaven’s WinterFEST

Friday 14th December 2-8pm. On Hawley Road (Paved area) NW1 8RU. Free
A festive day for everyone, including ice rink, Father Christmas grotto, children’s rides & bouncy castle, local performers, food & drink and gift stalls.
For more information email danielle@castlehaven.org.uk or call 020 7485 3386

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Monday, 10th December, from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

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

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

SHAK seeks Community Participation and Learning Manager

Shak (South Hampstead and Kilburn Community Partnership) is a resident led charity based on the iconic Alexandra and Ainsworth estate in the Kilburn ward of Camden NW London which is an area with high rates of deprivation and poverty but big potential. Our mission is to enable adults & young people and to overcome barriers to economic and social inclusion.  We engage with residents through a range of activities based at the SHELL Centre (a well-equipped community resource centre) and the ARC youth club and music studio.
The “Community Participation and Learning Manager” will manage SHAK community participation and learning programmes, in particular the Big Lottery Reaching Communities ‘Living and Learning Together’ project. Details online.

Latin American House seeks temp Reception Officer

From 3rd January to 11th February 2019, Monday to Thursday 10 am to 6pm. The successful candidate must have native or equivalent level of Spanish and excellent level English. For information please e-mail: info@casalatina.org.uk

Safeguarding Board Administrator

£27,093 – £29,188 Pro rata Permanent, Part time, 21.6 (3 days) hours per week
Camden Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board is a group of statutory, voluntary and independent organisations all committed to working together and its work is centred on safeguarding adults from any kind of abuse and neglect. The Board is multi agency and coordinates how its members and partner agencies across the borough work together in order to help and protect adults who may be experiencing, or are at risk of harm. Full details online.

LAWRS seeks No Limits Project Coordinator and VAWG Manager

LAWRS are looking for two motivated individuals to join our team. Please take a look at our current job vacancies:
~ No Limits Project Coordinator – Deadline: Wed 12/12
~ Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Manager – Deadline: Wed 12/12
All recruitment documents are on the CharityJob website at the above links.

Camden Disability Action seeks Focus Group Members

The focus group meeting is about disabled people’s experience using information and advice services in Camden. We are looking for 6-8 people and there will be refreshments plus £40 thank you from the organisers.  Contact Brendan 07930 669 417 or email brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk if you are interested in taking part.

West Hampstead Women’s Centre seeks Female Sessional Creative Writing Tutor

To facilitate an evening writing group for Irish women aged 60+ and to provide encouragement and opportunity for them to write freely about whatever they would like, exploring different subjects and genres
2 hours weekly £30ph, Wednesday evenings 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Starting January 2019 for 40 weeks
To apply, please send CV and covering letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience. Post to above or e-mail to begona@whwc.org.uk
Closing date: Friday 7th December 2018 at 5pm
Interviews: Week beginning 17th December 2018
The post is subject to a satisfactory DBS checks and is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Child Mentor Volunteers Needed

The Kids Network is looking for fun, committed and passionate volunteers to make an impact to the lives of little Londoners. Our flexible year-long mentoring programme supports children aged 8-11 with their social and emotional development during the transitional period between primary and secondary.
As a mentor, you will:
~ Facilitate weekly 1:1 sessions of 1-3 hours.
~ Build confidence and resilience in your matched child
~ Connect with a community of mentors through peer to peer support.
~ Receive ongoing personal support from The Kids Network Team
Link to a more in-depth description and application form here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

The Kosmos Centre has an office to rent in their building in Kentish Town.

Recently decorated, four desks, £750 per calendar month.
Non-profit organisations only.
For further details please see
https://www.kosmoscentre.org.uk/room-hire/office-available/

Our mailing address is:
29 – 31 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 3JA

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Webinar with NHS England on Integrated Care Systems

Attention voluntary sector colleagues working in health & care delivery: NAVCA are hosting a webinar with NHS England on Integrated care systems 26 November 2:30-3:30PM. Full details here.  Book here

Information for Sports Clubs Evening

Wed 28 Nov 6.30 at Charlie Ratchford Centre.  See Events section below.

Changes to  Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust Grant Making Policies

The Trustees of The Hampstead Wells and Campden Trust have recently undertaken a review of its grant making policies and procedures.
For the next few years we will be awarding grants to reinforce the alleviation of poverty generally in the Trust’s Area of Benefit (AOB), with a particular interest in receiving applications which assist people with debt problems and/or for homeless people and encouraging applications for work in Kilburn, West Hampstead and Haverstock since there is evidence that deprivation, particularly for older people in those wards is greater than elsewhere.
Our application process will remain the same but we have a new application form which you can access via our website – www.hwct.org.uk
You can read the full text of the letter here. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact 020 7435 1570 or by email at sheila@hwct.co.uk

Youth Mental Health First Aid

17th and 18th of December At VAC, Charlie Ratchford Centre.
Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses are for everyone who works with, lives with or supports young people aged 8-18. They will teach you the skills and confidence to spot the signs of mental health issues in a young person, offer first aid and guide them towards the support they need. In doing so, you can speed up a young person’s recovery and stop a mental health issue from getting worse.
The price per delegate will be £180.00.  Click here for full details.

Songhaven’s Winter Warmer

Dementia Friendly Concerts. Saturday 15th December at Lumen Cafe, to enjoy a music concert, seasonal singalongs and festive afternoon tea. Booking is essential, to book visit http://songhaven.co.uk  For more information email songhaven@songhaven.co.uk

Camden Disability Action seeks Focus Group Members

The focus group meeting is about disabled people’s experience using information and advice services in Camden. We are looking for 6-8 people and there will be refreshments plus £40 thank you from the organisers.  Contact Brendan 07930 669 417 or email brendan@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk if you are interested in taking part.

Wild Bunch celebrates Votes for Women

‘A club night run by people with learning difficulties for everyone’
Monday 10th December, 7pm-11pm, at Electrowerkz, 7 Torrens Street, EC1
Over 18’s only, £5 on the door. More info call Elfrida Society on 020 7359 7443

The Kids Network Winter Socktail Party

5th December A £10 suggested donation on the door will get you your pizza fix, cocktails and an evening packed full of entertainment and the warm fuzzies.  Contact info@thekidsnetwork.org.uk

Winter Wonderland

December 2, 2017 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Living Centre in partnership with Somers Town Community Association
See Eventbrite for full details and booking.

British Library Christmas lights switch on

Community Event with carols and complimentary mince pies, mulled wine and hot chocolate. 4th December 3.30 – 4.30 followed by a Christmas Market 6 – 8pm.

The Kosmos Centre has an office to rent in their building in Kentish Town.

Recently decorated, four desks, £750 per calendar month.
Non-profit organisations only.
For further details please see
https://www.kosmoscentre.org.uk/room-hire/office-available/

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

Civil Society Futures Report Launched

Civil Society Futures is a two-year independent inquiry into the future of civil society in England, the first major inquiry of its kind for over two decades.
It has engaged more than 3,000 people in debate about civil society and their hopes for its future through hundreds of workshops, meetings, events, blogs and academic research. Read the final report online.

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

Government Fund to Celebrate Windrush Generation

Launched today (22 November), new funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) will support local commemorative and educational events across England that recognise the arrival of MV Empire Windrush at Port Tilbury on 21 July 1948 with 492 Caribbean migrants and the contribution of the migrants who later became known as the Windrush Generation.
The minimum amount available is £2,500 and the maximum is £25,000.
The deadline for applications is 21 January 2019.  Full details online.

MOPAC Victims Fund 2019/20 to benefit victims of crime

The Fund will build the capacity and maximise the potential of VCSE organisations to support the continued and improved provision of vital services that help victims of crime to cope and recover.
Grants of between £10,000 and £35,000 are available. Deadline 4th January.
Contact 020 7582 5117 or applications@londoncf.org.uk. Full details online.

Nationwide Community Grants

The fund is looking for local housing projects that will strengthen your local community under the following themes:
• supporting the most vulnerable
• finding new approaches to increasing the supply of housing
• reinventing renting for both tenants and landlords
Deadline: 5pm on 7th December 2018
Please contact The Programmes Team at The London Community Foundation if you have any queries about the Fund at applications@londoncf.org.uk or 020 7582 5117.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Computer Skills for Beginners

Fridays, 2 – 30 November at 10:30  – 12:30  at Training Link, Phoenix Rd, NW1
New to computers or like to brush up your skills? Come to this free 5 week course to get started. To book your place, contact Erica on 0207 269 6035 or Mandira on 0207 284 6573

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Cabaret of Memoirs

A fun afternoon of music performance and sing along down memory lane.
At Queens Crescent Community Centre, 2.30 – 4.30pm. 22/11, 8/12, 31/1, 23/2.
For info and assistance call Julia 07960 550982.

Launch of Camden Community Foodbox

Camden tenants have come together with the help of the council in a collaborative project supporting residents. The new charity will be called Camden Community FoodBox and will operate as a resident led independent registered charity to be launched on 28 November 2018.
Tenant Participation  email: TP@camden.gov.uk

Information for Sports Clubs Evening

Wednesday 28th November   6.30 – 8.30pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre,
Choose to attend mini workshops from:
· Funding and Sustainability
· Digital Technology and Marketing
· Engaging Women and Girls in Activity
· Mental Health and Physical Activity
Book your space here. Info: amber.harris@camden.gov.uk

Castlehaven’s WinterFEST

Friday 14th December 2-8pm. On Hawley Road (Paved area) NW1 8RU. Free
A festive day for everyone, including ice rink, Father Christmas grotto, children’s rides & bouncy castle, local performers, food & drink and gift stalls.
For more information email danielle@castlehaven.org.uk or call 020 7485 3386

Volunteering Course With City Lit In partnership with Sidings Community Centre

The course is 5 weeks and will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to be a successful volunteer.  It is suitable for those who want to take the first step into volunteering. There are limited spaces and we would encourage all applicants to apply online early.
For information and bookings follow this link to the college website.

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

The Leighton College is a person-centred further education provider based in Kentish Town with 20 learner places a year. Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Monday, 10th December, from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

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

VAC has recently moved to a new home at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. We are sharing the building with Camden Carers and Camden Disability Action. A number of other small community groups will also be using the premises. It is a very busy building with lots of people coming and going.
VAC is now delighted to offer a new Receptionist volunteering opportunity.
You will carry out reception work and be the first point of contact for visitors. Ideally you will be able to commit for a minimum of half a day per week for 3 months. You will be an important member of the VAC team of volunteers and staff and will have access to training and ongoing support.
Contact Kevin Nunan at VAC on 020 7284 6557 or knunan@vac.org.uk for further information.

Opening Doors London Trans Engagement Officer – Trans Engagement Sessional Worker

Currently 4 hours a month  £15.49 per hour – Zero Hours Contract
Deadline:  Friday 30 November 2018 9am.
Interview|: Tuesday 11th December
You will….
~ Understand the diversity and needs of older trans and non-binary people and LGBTQ+ people in general.
~ Have experience of setting up and running groups
~ Have experience of managing volunteers
~ Bring energy and fun to the role
You will be responsible for setting up and managing activities e.g. arranging venues and speakers, recruiting and supporting volunteers and providing local marketing.
If you are interested in being one of our LGBTQ+ sessional team, please see the application pack including the full job description and person specification below and by the following link in our website www.openingdoorslondon.org.uk or email  Jobs@openingdoorslondon.org.uk

West Hampstead Women’s Centre seeks Female Sessional Creative Writing Tutor

To facilitate an evening writing group for Irish women aged 60+ and to provide encouragement and opportunity for them to write freely about whatever they would like, exploring different subjects and genres
2 hours weekly £30ph, Wednesday evenings 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Starting January 2019 for 40 weeks
To apply, please send CV and covering letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience. Post to above or e-mail to begona@whwc.org.uk
Closing date: Friday 7th December 2018 at 5pm
Interviews: Week beginning 17th December 2018
The post is subject to a satisfactory DBS checks and is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Child Mentor Volunteers Needed

The Kids Network is looking for fun, committed and passionate volunteers to make an impact to the lives of little Londoners. Our flexible year-long mentoring programme supports children aged 8-11 with their social and emotional development during the transitional period between primary and secondary.
As a mentor, you will:
~ Facilitate weekly 1:1 sessions of 1-3 hours.
~ Build confidence and resilience in your matched child
~ Connect with a community of mentors through peer to peer support.
~ Receive ongoing personal support from The Kids Network Team
Link to a more in-depth description and application form here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Become a Hate Crime 3rd Party Reporting Centre

Concerned about the rise of hate crime? Want to support victims of hate crime? Then become a Hate Crime 3rd Party Reporting Centre! 3rd Party Reporting Centres are organisations that assist victims in submitting a hate crime report to the police and/or make a report on the victim’s behalf. Full training provided. Contact nyree.moore@camden.gov.uk.

St Pancras hospital redevelopment report

The findings report from the recent public consultation on St Pancras  redevelopment (Transforming Mental Health Services in Camden and Islington) is available to read on the Islington CCG website.
The CCG welcome your views on the findings report. Please submit your feedback by email to islington.ccg@nhs.net or alternatively you can call on 020 3688 2900.

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Launch of Camden Community Foodbox

Camden tenants have come together with the help of the council in a collaborative project supporting residents. The new charity will be called Camden Community FoodBox and will operate as a resident led independent registered charity to be launched on 28 November 2018.   The Camden Community FoodBox will provide an essential local community service. It will be recognised for its wider commitment to the provision of training, wellbeing and support.  Tenant Participation  email: TP@camden.gov.uk

Philosophy of Mind at Mind in Camden

A podcast is about a ‘Philosophy of Mind’ workshop series, which ran at local mental health charity, Mind in Camden, and includes a group discussion amongst several participants about their experiences of the group. Listen at Camden Community Radio.

Information for Sports Clubs Evening

Wednesday 28th November   6.30 – 8.30pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre,
Choose to attend mini workshops from:
· Funding and Sustainability
· Digital Technology and Marketing
· Engaging Women and Girls in Activity
· Mental Health and Physical Activity
Book your space here. Info: amber.harris@camden.gov.uk

West End Community Conversation

Tuesday 20th Nov 6.30 – 8.30PM at Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, WC1R
Join the community led discussions about concerns in your area relating to anti-social behaviour, crime, and community safety.
Facilitated by the Camden Community Safety and Emergency Management Service in partnership with the Police, Housing, local community organisations and Westminster City Council.  Attended by:
Councillor Nadia Shah – Camden Cabinet Member for Safer Communities.
Ward Councillors – Holborn & Covent Garden & Westminster.
Detective Superintendent Caroline Haines – Camden Police.
Chief Inspector Andy Brittain – Westminster Police.
RSVP: communitysafety@camden.gov.uk Or Tel: 020 7974 4444

St Pancras hospital redevelopment report

The findings report from the recent public consultation on St Pancras  redevelopment (Transforming Mental Health Services in Camden and Islington) is available to read on the Islington CCG website.
The CCG welcome your views on the findings report. Please submit your feedback by email to islington.ccg@nhs.net or alternatively you can call on 020 3688 2900.

Need a Meeting Room near Chalk Farm?

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

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

Mayor’s Seed Funding

Culture Seeds is the Mayor of London’s £1million small grants programme to help London’s local communities grow grassroots arts, culture and heritage projects across the Capital.
Culture Seeds is still open for submissions, offering grants of £1,000-£5,000 to small organisations, groups and individuals.
The programme will remain open until March 2020. There are no other deadlines and you can apply at any time.
Culture Seeds Roadshows will offer help and advice on applying.  Details here.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Computer Skills for Beginners

Fridays, 2 – 30 November at 10:30  – 12:30  at Training Link, Phoenix Rd, NW1
New to computers or like to brush up your skills? Come to this free 5 week course to get started. To book your place, contact Erica on 0207 269 6035 or Mandira on 0207 284 6573

Health and Safety Essentials – 21 November 2018

Wednesday, 21st November, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Do you have responsibilities for health and safety where you work? Do you want to know your rights when it comes to health and safety? And know how to enforce your rights? You get a certificate at the end of the course. Learn about:
The training is ideal for people new to health and safety or those wanting to refresh their knowledge. The course also covers all the requirements for running a community group safely. In particular, migrant workers or recent arrivals in the UK will gain important knowledge about their rights. Book here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Cabaret of Memoirs

A fun afternoon of music performance and sing along down memory lane.
At Queens Crescent Community Centre, 2.30 – 4.30pm. 22/11, 8/12, 31/1, 23/2.
For info and assistance call Julia 07960 550982.

Employment support in the Capital: Routes into work and to progress

The event will explore how employment support for those seeking to enter employment and for those seeking to progress out of low paid work can contribute to reducing child poverty in London. In particular, it will look at the role of local authorities, the voluntary sector, and the GLA can play in joint working to improve services to many of London’s disadvantaged groups.
Wednesday 12 December. 9.30am – 1pm at Osmani Centre, 58 Underwood Road, London, E1 5AW. Free. Book at Eventbrite

Castlehaven’s WinterFEST

Friday 14th December 2-8pm. On Hawley Road (Paved area) NW1 8RU. Free
A festive day for everyone, including ice rink, Father Christmas grotto, children’s rides & bouncy castle, local performers, food & drink and gift stalls.
For more information email danielle@castlehaven.org.uk or call 020 7485 3386

Volunteering Course With City Lit In partnership with Sidings Community Centre

The course is 5 weeks and will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to be a successful volunteer.  It is suitable for those who want to take the first step into volunteering. There are limited spaces and we would encourage all applicants to apply online early.
For information and bookings follow this link to the college website.

Camden Family Members Reference Group

Accommodation for Adults with Learning Disabilities. At Argenta House, Haverstock Hil on Thursday 22nd November. If you are a carer of an adult with a learning disability in Camden please come along and share your views on housing to commissioners.  rsvp Philippa Russell PhilippaR@Centre404.org.uk

Holborn Community Association AGM

21st November 6-8pm, at Millman Street Resource Centre, Millman St WC1.
Delicious biryani and Lahori  curry.  RSVP admin@holborncommunity.co.uk

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

The Leighton College is a person-centred further education provider based in Kentish Town with 20 learner places a year. Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Monday, 10th December, from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

HolbornGymnastics Club seeks Qualified Coach

The club is part of Holborn Community Association and  delivers 12 sessions a week at Bedford House centre and a further 6 sessions across local schools.
We are looking for a fun, enthusiastic Level 2 General UKCC British Gymnastics qualified coach to take on the role of coaching an after school club.  Our current coach is due to take maternity leave from January and we need a coach to deliver sessions twice a week at St Aloysius Primary School.
Submit a CV to admin@holborncommunity.co.uk by 12 noon Friday 23rd November. Further details on our website www.holborncommunity.co.uk
Candidates will be invited to take part in a coaching session on Saturday 1st December as part of selection process.

Opening Doors London Trans Engagement Officer – Trans Engagement Sessional Worker

Currently 4 hours a month  £15.49 per hour – Zero Hours Contract
Deadline:  Friday 30 November 2018 9am.
Interview|: Tuesday 11th December
You will….
~ Understand the diversity and needs of older trans and non-binary people and LGBTQ+ people in general.
~ Have experience of setting up and running groups
~ Have experience of managing volunteers
~ Bring energy and fun to the role
You will be responsible for setting up and managing activities e.g. arranging venues and speakers, recruiting and supporting volunteers and providing local marketing.
If you are interested in being one of our LGBTQ+ sessional team, please see the application pack including the full job description and person specification below and by the following link in our website www.openingdoorslondon.org.uk or email  Jobs@openingdoorslondon.org.uk

West Hampstead Women’s Centre seeks Female Sessional Creative Writing Tutor

To facilitate an evening writing group for Irish women aged 60+ and to provide encouragement and opportunity for them to write freely about whatever they would like, exploring different subjects and genres
2 hours weekly £30ph, Wednesday evenings 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Starting January 2019 for 40 weeks
To apply, please send CV and covering letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience. Post to above or e-mail to begona@whwc.org.uk
Closing date: Friday 7th December 2018 at 5pm
Interviews: Week beginning 17th December 2018
The post is subject to a satisfactory DBS checks and is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Fitzrovia Youth in Action (FYA) seeks fundraiser

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with a strong track record of generating significant income from trusts, foundations and other sources of grant funding and who wants to deploy their skills and experience working in a small and dynamic organisation. Full application pack online.

Child Mentor Volunteers Needed

The Kids Network is looking for fun, committed and passionate volunteers to make an impact to the lives of little Londoners. Our flexible year-long mentoring programme supports children aged 8-11 with their social and emotional development during the transitional period between primary and secondary.
As a mentor, you will:
~ Facilitate weekly 1:1 sessions of 1-3 hours.
~ Build confidence and resilience in your matched child
~ Connect with a community of mentors through peer to peer support.
~ Receive ongoing personal support from The Kids Network Team
Link to a more in-depth description and application form here.

Administrative Assistant at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

14-21 hours per week, £21,543 per annum (£8,617 – £12,926 pro rata)
Closing Date: 15th November 2018
We are seeking to appoint an administrative assistant to join our team from December to mid-February ensure the smooth running of the organisation. The role is to assist with day-to-day running of office and provide efficient and effective administration to office and project staff and the Director. To apply go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
Questions to Josie Canham-Williams on 020 7424 1628 or email josie@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Homestart seek Family Support Volunteers

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time?
Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting 21st November to 13th December Every Tuesday & Thursday except 1st Day is on Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or web: www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Age UK Camden seeks Learning and Quality Officer

12 month contract Sc SO1 29-31 £29,424 to £31,141 pa pro rata  21 hours pw
Ageing Better in Camden is looking to recruit a Learning and Quality Officer.  This new role will work to scope, collect, manage, analyse and disseminate learning on Ageing Better in Camden (ABC) outreach project, ABC specialist projects and ABC ‘gold standard’ community activities
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date: Thurs 22nd November, 9 am. Interviews: Thurs 29th November

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
Contact: Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Opportunities for older people to get their voices heard

Ageing Better in Camden get sent many invitations for older people to have their say in local consultations or focus groups. Many are one-off, two hour discussions with little commitment required.
There are a lot of interesting opportunities but there is no obligation – each person can choose the ones that interest them.  We will simply add their name to a mailing list and they can choose the opportunities they’d like to get involved in. For more information and to join contact us on:
Phone: 020 7239 0400  Email: ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Our mailing address is:
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Inter Faith Week 2018

Celebrate Inter Faith Week 2018 in Camden.  Love Camden have listings for Inter Faith Week events.  Don’t forget VAC’s Safeguarding events (see VAC Events section below).

Information for Sports Clubs Evening

Wednesday 28th November   6.30 – 8.30pm
Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street,  NW1 8HF
Choose to attend mini workshops from:
· Funding and Sustainability
· Digital Technology and Marketing
· Engaging Women and Girls in Activity
· Mental Health and Physical Activity
Book your space here
For more information please contact amber.harris@camden.gov.uk

Hate Crime Drop in Surgery

14th November 12-2pm Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt Street,  NW1
This services aims to provide a comprehensive ‘One Stop’ drop-in service for those experiencing and/or who may be at risk of a Hate Crime or experienced it in the past and fearful further incidents may occur. Hate incidents take many forms from verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, bullying or malicious complaints. The Sessions will be run in conjunction with Metropolitan Police, LGBT Forum, Community Security Trust (CST), Camden Council, Tell MAMA and Camden People First.

Camden Full Circle

Camden Full Circle think differently about ‘help’. Full training offered to become a volunteer facilitator.  See the Jobs and Volunteering section below for full details.

Saturday Social Hub Club

Every Saturday 1pm – 8pm
Meet friends, make new ones. Doing different activities each week. Chosen by you! Computing, chat, cookery, karaoke, pottery, drama, arts, crafts.
Membership is £25 for the year Sessions are £1.50 – £4. Find out more and see the full range of activities at the Camden Society website.

Cabaret of Memoirs

A fun afternoon of music performance and sing along down memory lane.
At Queens Crescent Community Centre, 2.30 – 4.30pm. 22/11, 8/12, 31/1, 23/2.
For info and assistance call Julia 07960 550982.

Employment support in the Capital: Routes into work and to progress

The event will explore how employment support for those seeking to enter employment and for those seeking to progress out of low paid work can contribute to reducing child poverty in London. In particular, it will look at the role of local authorities, the voluntary sector, and the GLA can play in joint working to improve services to many of London’s disadvantaged groups.
Wednesday 12 December. 9.30am – 1pm at Osmani Centre, 58 Underwood Road, London, E1 5AW. Free. Book at Eventbrite

Hopscotch Asian Women’s Centre Appoints New Director

Benaifer Bhandari joins as Director of Hopscotch, bringing with her extensive charity management experience and an intrinsic understanding of the needs of Asian women in London, starting on the 12th of November. Thanks to the previous Director, Nezahat Cihan, for her work in growing Hopscotch in a challenging environment for voluntary sector organisations and Elizabeth Balgobin, Interim Director, for supporting Hopscotch through this transition.

Family Members Reference Group

10.30-12.30pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre on Wednesday 14 November.
Do health services understand the communication and support needs of people with learning disabilities?
Martin Emery from the Camden Clinical Commissioning Group and Anna Wright from HealthWatch will talk about the Accessible Information Standard and what people with learning disabilities and their carers can expect when using health services.
For more details / RSVP to philippar@centre404.org.uk, tel: 020 7697 1336

Castlehaven’s WinterFEST

Friday 14th December 2-8pm. On Hawley Road (Paved area) NW1 8RU. Free
A festive day for everyone, including ice rink, Father Christmas grotto, children’s rides & bouncy castle, local performers, food & drink and gift stalls.
For more information email danielle@castlehaven.org.uk or call 020 7485 3386

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

Living Wage Increases

The real Living Wage rates have just been announced as £10.55 per hour in London and £9.00 across the rest of the UK.
That is the minimum pay workers need to live with dignity. Find out more at the Living Wage website.

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

Mayor’s Seed Funding

Culture Seeds is the Mayor of London’s £1million small grants programme to help London’s local communities grow grassroots arts, culture and heritage projects across the Capital.
Culture Seeds is still open for submissions, offering grants of £1,000-£5,000 to small organisations, groups and individuals.
The programme will remain open until March 2020. There are no other deadlines and you can apply at any time.
Culture Seeds Roadshows will offer help and advice on applying.  Details here.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Two Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Interfaith Week 2018:  Safeguarding an Introduction:
Tuesday 13th November 9.30am-12.30pm.
As part of interfaith week, Voluntary Action Camden and the Community Partnership Advisory Service invite all community, faith, church and religious groups who have little or no previous knowledge of safeguarding policy to attend our free workshop.
Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Computer Skills for Beginners

Fridays, 2 – 30 November at 10:30  – 12:30  at Training Link, Phoenix Rd, NW1
New to computers or like to brush up your skills? Come to this free 5 week course to get started. To book your place, contact Erica on 0207 269 6035 or Mandira on 0207 284 6573

Health and Safety Essentials – 21 November 2018

Wednesday, 21st November, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Do you have responsibilities for health and safety where you work? Do you want to know your rights when it comes to health and safety? And know how to enforce your rights? You get a certificate at the end of the course. Learn about:
The training is ideal for people new to health and safety or those wanting to refresh their knowledge. The course also covers all the requirements for running a community group safely. In particular, migrant workers or recent arrivals in the UK will gain important knowledge about their rights. Book here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Closing the Autism Gap in Camden

To encourage more third sector staff and volunteers to learn more about autism and dyslexia. Signs4Life are showcasing this local initiative to help staff and volunteers, in their work with vulnerable service users. Our next community workshop is taking place at Camden Town Library, Crowndale Centre, London, NW1 1BD, on Thursday 29th November 2018.
Contact Sara 07964 019 764 or email info@signs4life.org

Volunteering Course With City Lit In partnership with Sidings Community Centre

The course is 5 weeks and will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to be a successful volunteer.  It is suitable for those who want to take the first step into volunteering. There are limited spaces and we would encourage all applicants to apply online early.
For information and bookings follow this link to the college website.

Creative Workshop for Women

Friday 23rd November, 11am -1.30pm at Swiss Cottage Gallery
The workshop ‘Still Life In Sound’ will look at familiar and domestic objects as a starting point to draw out stories and associations to create portraits and sound recordings inspired by Katrina Hruskova’s show ‘The Waning Yoke’.
The workshop is open to all people who identify as women. No drawing or photography skills or previous experience necessary. More information here.
To book email emily@quietdownthere.co.uk or call/text 07881 951177

Camden Family Members Reference Group

Accommodation for Adults with Learning Disabilities. At Argenta House, Haverstock Hil on Thursday 22nd November. If you are a carer of an adult with a learning disability in Camden please come along and share your views on housing to commissioners.  rsvp Philippa Russell PhilippaR@Centre404.org.uk

Holborn Community Association AGM

21st November 6-8pm, at Millman Street Resource Centre, Millman St WC1.
Delicious biryani and Lahori  curry.  RSVP admin@holborncommunity.co.uk

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

The Leighton College is a person-centred further education provider based in Kentish Town with 20 learner places a year. Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

Armistice Commemoration  11th November

Join Michael Palin, Robert Powell and Lee Montague for a commemoration of The War to End All Wars, celebrating the indomitable spirit of those who fought and those who stayed behind, on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. There will be readings and poems and popular songs of the period played by Adam Gorb.  The evening will take place at The Peter Samuel Hall, Royal Free Hospital on 11th November at 7.30pm (1hour).  All proceeds go to Keats Community Library.  For tickets call the library on 0207 431 1266 or book online

Volunteer Managers’ Forum: Networking & Peer Support

Join Volunteer Centre Camden for the Volunteer Managers’ Forum Tuesday 13th November, 10am-1pm in Camden to discuss all things volunteer management with volunteer managers in Camden, and beyond.
The topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers – and will be decided by you on the day. Book at Eventbrite.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Monday, 10th December, from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

HolbornGymnastics Club seeks Qualified Coach

The club is part of Holborn Community Association and  delivers 12 sessions a week at Bedford House centre and a further 6 sessions across local schools.
We are looking for a fun, enthusiastic Level 2 General UKCC British Gymnastics qualified coach to take on the role of coaching an after school club.  Our current coach is due to take maternity leave from January and we need a coach to deliver sessions twice a week at St Aloysius Primary School.
Submit a CV to admin@holborncommunity.co.uk by 12 noon Friday 23rd November. Further details on our website www.holborncommunity.co.uk
Candidates will be invited to take part in a coaching session on Saturday 1st December as part of selection process.

Hampstead Parish Church seeks Children and Youth Worker

Full Time. £24 – 26k
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed person to lead and develop a ministry which is highly valued in a busy North London church with a well-regarded church primary school. The worker will coordinate work across the whole age range, specialising in certain parts of it.
Do you want to see growth in numbers and faith? Could you coordinate our significant Sunday ministry to around fifty children and young people? Do you value worship which is eucharistically centred and chorally led? Do you enjoy working with schools, choirs and midweek groups? Can you motivate and develop volunteers, and could you to shape a team as well as work within a team? If so we would love to hear from you. We will offer a competitive salary package according to experience, and a supportive place within a newly formed and enthusiastic staff team. Full details online here.
For further details and an informal conversation please email Jeremy Fletcher at vicar@hampsteadparishchurch.org.uk
Please write a letter of application enclosing a full CV and details of two referees to Revd Jeremy Fletcher, 14, Church Row, NW3 6UU

Child Mentor Volunteers Needed

The Kids Network is looking for fun, committed and passionate volunteers to make an impact to the lives of little Londoners. Our flexible year-long mentoring programme supports children aged 8-11 with their social and emotional development during the transitional period between primary and secondary.
As a mentor, you will:
~ Facilitate weekly 1:1 sessions of 1-3 hours.
~ Build confidence and resilience in your matched child to manage feelings through a series of fun and positive experiences and activities.
~ Connect with a community of mentors through peer to peer support.
~ Attend large scale community events with your mentee.
~ Receive ongoing personal support from The Kids Network Team
Link to a more in-depth description and application form here.

Camden Full Circle seeks Volunteer Facilitators

As a Full Circle Volunteer Facilitator, you will
~ Work with the person or family wanting to make a change to find out what a good life could mean for them, and who in their life could help.
~ Help them organise a meeting with their people, they choose, and support them to make a plan so that changes can happen.
~ Support one Circle at a time, which takes about 2-3 hours a week for 8-10 weeks.
~ After that, you can take a break, or start helping another Circle.
~ Support circles for families, for older people or carers, for young people – or all three
You’ll receive full training, comprehensive support you’d expect from Camden’s voluntary and community sector organisations involved with this project and an opportunity to develop transferable skills to find employment as a family group conference coordinator
Sign up for the  Full Circle volunteer training sessions:
Day time session (10am – 2pm) 20, 27 Nov and 4 Dec here
Evening training session (6 – 9pm) 22, 29 Nov and 6 Dec here
Interested and want to know more? Give us a call on 07876 745644 or drop us an email becca.dove@camden.gov.uk
Training starts 20 November and training booking closes 16 November. Limited places available.
ALSO welcoming new volunteers who want to be part of Full Circle via Homestart or Camden Carers Service, and existing volunteers already volunteering with other organisations.

Administrative Assistant at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

14-21 hours per week, £21,543 per annum (£8,617 – £12,926 pro rata)
Closing Date: 15th November 2018
We are seeking to appoint an administrative assistant to join our team from December to mid-February ensure the smooth running of the organisation. The role is to assist with day-to-day running of office and provide efficient and effective administration to office and project staff and the Director. To apply go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
Questions to Josie Canham-Williams on 020 7424 1628 or email josie@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Homestart seek Family Support Volunteers

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time?
Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting 21st November to 13th December Every Tuesday & Thursday except 1st Day is on Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or web: www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Age UK Camden seeks Learning and Quality Officer

12 month contract Sc SO1 29-31 £29,424 to £31,141 pa pro rata  21 hours pw
Ageing Better in Camden is looking to recruit a Learning and Quality Officer.  This new role will work to scope, collect, manage, analyse and disseminate learning on Ageing Better in Camden (ABC) outreach project, ABC specialist projects and ABC ‘gold standard’ community activities
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date: Thurs 22nd November, 9 am. Interviews: Thurs 29th November

Little Village Opportunities

Little Village collects great quality donations of clothes, toys and kit for babies and children up to the age of 5 and then gifts these donations onto local families in need in the area.
We’re very excited to be recruiting two paid roles at our Camden site based at Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1EE. If you’re looking for a part-time administrator role (15 hours a week, 43 weeks a year) or a part-time ambassador position. Little Village is a family-friendly employer, not to mention a fun, rewarding and supportive place to work.
For details email camden@littlevillagehq.org or visit the Little Village website

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
For more information, please contact:
Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Camden Full Circle

Camden Full Circle think differently about ‘help’. When people are having a tough time with something, things feel more manageable when people come together to help. Volunteering with Full Circle is a rewarding experience that makes a real difference to people’s lives by drawing on their own strengths together with the compassion of people who want to help them. Full Circle is a collaboration between Homestart Camden and Islington, Camden Carers Service and Camden Council. See the Jobs and Volunteering section below for full details of how to get involved.

Opportunities for older people to get their voices heard

Ageing Better in Camden get sent many invitations for older people to have their say in local consultations or focus groups. Many are one-off, two hour discussions with little commitment required.
There are a lot of interesting opportunities but there is no obligation – each person can choose the ones that interest them.  We will simply add their name to a mailing list and they can choose the opportunities they’d like to get involved in. For more information and to join contact us on:
Phone: 020 7239 0400  Email: ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Need a Venue near Chalk Farm?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
The Dining Room can hold up to 60 people, this can be useful for any large social events, AGMs, conferences, etc.
The Buffet Room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people
Rates and full details on the VAC website.

Our mailing address is:
29 – 31 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 3JA

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Closing the Autism Gap in Camden

A new initiative to encourage more third sector staff and volunteers to learn more about autism and dyslexia is now available in Camden and surrounding areas. Signs4Life are showcasing this local initiative to help staff and volunteers, in their work with vulnerable service users. Our next community workshop is taking place at Camden Town Library, Crowndale Centre, London, NW1 1BD, on Thursday 29th November 2018.
Contact Sara 07964 019 764 or email info@signs4life.org

Volunteering Course With City Lit In partnership with Sidings Community Centre

The course is 5 weeks and will provide learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to be a successful volunteer.  It is suitable for those who want to take the first step into volunteering. There are limited spaces and we would encourage all applicants to apply online early.
For information and bookings follow this link to the college website.

Creative Workshop for Women

Friday 23rd November, 1-3.30pm at Swiss Cottage Gallery
The workshop ‘Still Life In Sound’ will look at familiar and domestic objects as a starting point to draw out stories and associations to create portraits and sound recordings inspired by Katrina Hruskova’s show ‘The Waning Yoke’.
The workshop is open to all people who identify as women. No drawing or photography skills or previous experience necessary. More information here.
To book email emily@quietdownthere.co.uk or call/text 07881 951177

Gain Confidence and Become an Independent Traveller

TFL are running a five session programme for a limited time, to help people learn how to travel through London successfully and independently.
With help from a mentor, provided by TFL, this project is here to help those who need assistance whilst traveling alone and planning journeys on buses and on the underground. Assisting them on their journeys and helping them become confident and an independent traveller.  Find out more at TfL website.

Opportunities for older people to get their voices heard

Ageing Better in Camden get sent many invitations for older people to have their say in local consultations or focus groups. Many are one-off, two hour discussions with little commitment required.
There are a lot of interesting opportunities but there is no obligation – each person can choose the ones that interest them.  We will simply add their name to a mailing list and they can choose the opportunities they’d like to get involved in. For more information and to join contact us on:
Phone: 020 7239 0400  Email: ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Camden Family Members Reference Group

Accommodation for Adults with Learning Disabilities. At Argenta House, Haverstock Hil on Thursday 22nd November. If you are a carer of an adult with a learning disability in Camden please come along and share your views on housing to commissioners.  rsvp Philippa Russell PhilippaR@Centre404.org.uk

Public consultation on the Draft Kentish Town Planning Framework

Until 7 December 2018.  The consultation is open to local residents, businesses, landowners, workers, community groups, and everyone else who has an interest in the area. Give us your views: You can get involved in the following ways: Respond online
Or come along to Kentish Town Library drop-ins:
Thursday 8 November, 1pm to 4pm and Tuesday 20 November 5pm to 8pm

New Meals on Wheels Initiative

The initiative has been launched to help tackle food poverty and malnutrition in London. London Independent Living Service (LILS)is helping people to stay independent, healthy, and happy in their homes, providing a hot, nourishing main meal and dessert to clients, along with a complimentary welfare check up. We can make them a cup of tea, remind them to take their medication and encourage them to eat. Choice of four different hot mains and desserts every day, as well as providing Kosher, Halal, West Indian and Caribbean, and Texture Modified menus.  To find out more about our service, please contact lilly.draper@lils.org.uk  or visit the website

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

Mayor’s Seed Funding

Culture Seeds is the Mayor of London’s £1million small grants programme to help London’s local communities grow grassroots arts, culture and heritage projects across the Capital.
Culture Seeds is still open for submissions, offering grants of £1,000-£5,000 to small organisations, groups and individuals.
The programme will remain open until March 2020. There are no other deadlines and you can apply at any time.
Culture Seeds Roadshows will offer help and advice on applying.  Details here. 

Grant Opportunity for Young Londoners Fund Local Networks

Part of the Mayor’s new £45m Young Londoners Fund to help children and young people to fulfil their potential, particularly those at risk of getting caught up in crime. It will support a wide range of education, sport, cultural and other activities for children and young people.
£30m is available for projects in local communities (over two rounds) and the remaining £15m will be invested to expand existing projects funded by City Hall that support young Londoners. Full details here.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Two Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Interfaith Week 2018:  Safeguarding an Introduction:
Tuesday 13th November 9.30am-12.30pm.
As part of interfaith week, Voluntary Action Camden and the Community Partnership Advisory Service invite all community, faith, church and religious groups who have little or no previous knowledge of safeguarding policy to attend our free workshop.
Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Computer Skills for Beginners

Fridays, 2 – 30 November at 10:30  – 12:30  at Training Link, Phoenix Rd, NW1
New to computers or like to brush up your skills? Come to this free 5 week course to get started. To book your place, contact Erica on 0207 269 6035 or Mandira on 0207 284 6573

Health and Safety Essentials – 21 November 2018

Wednesday, 21st November, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Do you have responsibilities for health and safety where you work? Do you want to know your rights when it comes to health and safety? And know how to enforce your rights? You get a certificate at the end of the course. Learn about:
~ The main UK health and safety laws
~ Who is responsible for health and safety at work
~ Who enforces health and safety
~ Basic risk assessment
~ Sources of information and support
The training is ideal for people new to health and safety or those wanting to refresh their knowledge. The course also covers all the requirements for running a community group safely. In particular, migrant workers or recent arrivals in the UK will gain important knowledge about their rights. Book here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Employing a personal assistant

Organised by Camden Disability Action
How to safely recruit PA’s; Setting the boundaries; Keeping control; How to manage staff on a day to day basis; What to do if things go wrong; Keeping everything safe and legal
At Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street, NW1 8HF
Friday – 9th November
The sessions run from 10.30 am – 1.30 pm and then a hour for lunch.
Contact Nital Patel to book a place or for more info nita.patel@psic.org.uk

Holborn Community Association AGM

21st November 6-8pm, at Millman Street Resource Centre, Millman St WC1.
Delicious biryani and Lahori  curry.  RSVP admin@holborncommunity.co.uk

Elfrida Rathbone Creative Support Group for Parents

Free 8-week Creative Support Group for Parents in Kentish Town. Thursdays 9.30am – 10.45am. Thursday 8th November – 17th January
A safe, confidential space to feel heard and connect over parenting/ personal challenges and strengths in a creative way. Sessions will involve individual and group art-making activities, facilitated by a Creative Therapist.  All art materials will be provided. No previous experience with art necessary
Contact Rosanna: Rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / T: 020 7424 1615

Transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

The Leighton College is a person-centred further education provider based in Kentish Town with 20 learner places a year. Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer.
Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names and your chosen date.

Armistice Commemoration  11th November

Join Michael Palin, Robert Powell and Lee Montague for a commemoration of The War to End All Wars, celebrating the indomitable spirit of those who fought and those who stayed behind, on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. There will be readings and poems and popular songs of the period played by Adam Gorb.  The evening will take place at The Peter Samuel Hall, Royal Free Hospital on 11th November at 7.30pm (1hour).  All proceeds go to Keats Community Library.  For tickets call the library on 0207 431 1266 or book online

An Evening with Antony Gormley

On 7th November Antony Gormley, one of Britain’s great living artists, will be joined by anthropologist Hugh Brody and psychoanalyst Margot Waddell for this evening of discussion and film at Belsize Square Synagogue. Included will be a special screening of “Inside Australia”, All proceeds will fund Camden Psychotherapy Unit’s provision of low cost psychotherapy for Londoners in need. For information and tickets visit insideaustralia.eventbrite.co.uk or call CPU on 0207 284 6558.

Self-Care Workshops

The workshops will inform participants about what local services are available to them in addition to their GPs, and how they can better manage their health.
Click here to register.
~  8 November 1:30 – 3:30 (Kingsgate Community Association)
~  21 November 10:00 – 12:00 (Pax Lodge, Olave Centre)

Volunteer Managers’ Forum: Networking & Peer Support

Join Volunteer Centre Camden for the Volunteer Managers’ Forum Tuesday 13th November, 10am-1pm in Camden to discuss all things volunteer management with volunteer managers in Camden, and beyond.
The topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers – and will be decided by you on the day. Book at Eventbrite.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Thursday, 15th November, 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

Camden CIL Consortium Seeks Engagement Officer

Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL)
Salary: £32,151 – £35,251 pro rata 4 days p/w (depending on experience)
Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL) is a new service, run and controlled by disabled people.
The CIL is now looking for an experienced and enthusiastic engagement office to lead development of a new model of engagement for disabled people in Camden, and support disabled people to play a full role in the CIL and in Camden’s wider community, including supporting the involvement of volunteers.
We welcome applications from people living with a disability.
Download the application pack from the CDA website. For further details please contact Len Lauk on len@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk. Closing Date: 9 Nov

Camden Full Circle seeks Volunteer Facilitators

As a Full Circle Volunteer Facilitator, you will
~ Work with the person or family wanting to make a change to find out what a good life could mean for them, and who in their life could help.
~ Help them organise a meeting with their people, they choose, and support them to make a plan so that changes can happen.
~ Support one Circle at a time, which takes about 2-3 hours a week for 8-10 weeks.
~ After that, you can take a break, or start helping another Circle.
~ Support circles for families, for older people or carers, for young people – or all three
You’ll receive full training, comprehensive support you’d expect from Camden’s voluntary and community sector organisations involved with this project and an opportunity to develop transferable skills to find employment as a family group conference coordinator
Sign up for the 3 Full Circle volunteer training sessions here
Interested and want to know more? Give us a call on 07876 745644 or drop us an email becca.dove@camden.gov.uk
Training starts 20 November and training booking closes 16 November. Limited places available.
ALSO welcoming new volunteers who want to be part of Full Circle via Homestart or Camden Carers Service, and existing volunteers already volunteering with other organisations.

Administrative Assistant at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

14-21 hours per week, £21,543 per annum (£8,617 – £12,926 pro rata)
Closing Date: 15th November 2018
We are seeking to appoint an administrative assistant to join our team from December to mid-February ensure the smooth running of the organisation. The role is to assist with day-to-day running of office and provide efficient and effective administration to office and project staff and the Director. To apply go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
Questions to Josie Canham-Williams on 020 7424 1628 or email josie@elfridacamden.org.uk.

The Sherriff Centre are seeking a new Centre Manager

The new manager will oversee the day-to-day runnings of our social enterprise project in West Hampstead.
Established in 2014 and based within St James Church, The Sherriff Centre serves the community seven days a week. We are home to The West Hampstead Post Office, The Sanctuary Cafe, Hullabaloo children’s soft play and Icon Gift Shop.
The Sherriff Centre’s profits go to our charity which provides a debt and money advice service to the local community.
If you would like to apply for this position, please send a CV and a covering letter to Steph: hello@thesherriffcentre.co.uk
Interviews to be held early Novemeber with a felixble start date of Dec/Jan

Homestart seek Family Support Volunteers

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time?
Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting 21st November to 13th December Every Tuesday & Thursday except 1st Day is on Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or web: www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Age UK Camden seeks Learning and Quality Officer

12 month contract Sc SO1 29-31 £29,424 to £31,141 pa pro rata  21 hours pw
Ageing Better in Camden is looking to recruit a Learning and Quality Officer.  This new role will work to scope, collect, manage, analyse and disseminate learning on Ageing Better in Camden (ABC) outreach project, ABC specialist projects and ABC ‘gold standard’ community activities
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date: Thurs 22nd November, 9 am. Interviews: Thurs 29th November

Support & Wellbeing Worker – Mental Health p/t for 2 years

Camden Carers Centre is currently looking to appoint a part time Mental Health Support & Wellbeing Worker (4 days a week) to build upon the excellent work already undertaken by us to support mental health carers and the people they care for. We currently have funding for 2 years for this post.
You will be delivering a comprehensive and quality information, support and advocacy service for mental health carers alongside being involved in developing and delivering a meaningful programme of activities and training for mental health carers and their cared for. £30K pro rata plus 3% pension
For further information or to talk to someone please call 020 7428 8950 and ask to speak to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Caroline Allouf or email: caroline@camdencarers.org.uk
Closing date: Sunday 11th November. Interviews: Friday 23rd November

Castlehaven seeks Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development

Castlehaven Community Association are currently looking for a Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development who will oversee income generation, social enterprise development and enterprise management.
More details at the Castlehaven website. Please send your applications to info@castlehaven.org.uk
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 11th November

Little Village Opportunities

Little Village collects great quality donations of clothes, toys and kit for babies and children up to the age of 5 and then gifts these donations onto local families in need in the area.
We’re very excited to be recruiting two paid roles at our Camden site based at Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1EE. If you’re looking for a part-time administrator role (15 hours a week, 43 weeks a year) or a part-time ambassador position. Little Village is a family-friendly employer, not to mention a fun, rewarding and supportive place to work.
For details email camden@littlevillagehq.org or visit the Little Village website

Camden Butterfly Trust seeks Trustees

Get involved in the wildlife habitat creation programme “Bring Back the Butterflies” becoming a charity. Two positions are available to join this exciting venture. Contact Jim, Email: thebutterflyman@btinternet.com, Tel: 020 7586 6576 or 07826 497 377

Age UK Camden seeks Henderson Court Deputy Manager

Maternity Cover – min 6 months from Mid December with possible extension
Henderson Court Day Centre – 35 hour week
S01 Scp 29-31  £30,012 to £31,764 pa for full-time
In the role of Deputy Manager – you will Support Day Care Officers and volunteers in providing an excellent service to a diverse client group of older people with complex care needs including providing feedback and managing performance and identifying new areas of need and potential development.
For further details and an application form visit the website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400. Closing date:  9am, Tuesday 6th November

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
For more information, please contact:
Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Council tenants and leaseholders Survey

What level of influence do you think you should have in the delivery and running of the Council’s housing services? Your views will contribute to the development of the Resident Participation Strategy 2019 -2022.
You can access our online survey via Camden Council’s online Consultation Hub by going to Camden.gov.uk/getinvolved
You can also read about our current approach by clicking this link.
If you would prefer a hard copy or would like assistance in completing the survey, please email tp@camden.gov.uk

Camden Community Infrastructure Levy Consultation

When new building projects take place in Camden, the developers are usually charged a fee known as the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Some of this money is used to fund key infrastructure across the borough, and some of it is used to help make sure that the development contributes towards the local area. The council want your views by 12th November. Click here to take part.

Need a Venue near Chalk Farm?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
The Dining Room can hold up to 60 people, this can be useful for any large social events, AGMs, conferences, etc.
The Buffet Room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people
Rates and full details on the VAC website.

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Bold and Beautiful Kentish Town City Farm

ActionSpace studio artists completed a residency with Kentish Town City Farm, and their work is currently exhibited at the farm.  Find out more here. To see the map of artworks on site click here
Kentish Town City Farm, 1 Cressfield Cl, London NW5.  Free

Holborn Community Association AGM

21st November 6-8pm, at Millman Street Resource Centre, Millman St WC1.
Delicious biryani and Lahori  curry.  RSVP admin@holborncommunity.co.uk

Elfrida Rathbone Creative Support Group for Parents

Busy parent? Stressed and wish you could find more ‘you’ time? Join our free 8-week Creative Support Group for Parents in Kentish Town. Thursdays 9.30am – 10.45am. Thursday 8th November – 17th January (with a break for Christmas – no sessions on 20th/27th Dec or 3rd Jan)
The aim of the group is to provide a safe, confidential space to feel heard and connect over parenting/ personal challenges and strengths in a creative way. Sessions will involve individual and group art-making activities and verbal sharing, facilitated by a Creative Therapist.  All art materials will be provided.
No previous experience with art necessary
Contact Rosanna: Rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk / T: 020 7424 1615

Two Safeguarding Courses from VAC

Interfaith Week 2018:  Safeguarding an Introduction:
Tuesday 13th November 9.30am-12.30pm.
As part of interfaith week, Voluntary Action Camden and the Community Partnership Advisory Service invite all community, faith, church and religious groups who have little or no previous knowledge of safeguarding policy to attend our free workshop.
Safeguarding: Developing existing knowledge and understanding.
Monday 10th  December – 9.30am-1pm
If you work frequently with children and their families, it is essential that your organisation has up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures. This Advanced course is designed to develop existing understanding of the safeguarding process.
Full details from Dianne Carlton Ogunyemi: DOgunyemi@vac.org.uk

Black History Months and Mental Health Awareness

The Nubian Users Forum are holding a joint Black History Months and Mental Health Awareness event on Oct 31st 11am-4pm Contact Clover: 07939328748

North Camden Early Years Network- 4th meeting

North Camden Zone and LB Camden Early Years Integrated Services team are pleased to invite you to the next North Camden Early Years Network meeting.
This time, the topic of the meeting will be children under 5 with special education needs and disabilities accessing services in Camden. We will have with us MOSAIC, LB Camden MASH team and Swiss Cottage School who will tell us more about their experience working in this area and their efforts to ensure the families are supported effectively.
All Early Years professionals and families with children under 5 are welcome!
Thursday, 1st November, 1-3pm at Belsize Library, 8 Antrim Grove, NW3  Any questions contact Madalina Piscu  email: madalina@northcamdenzone.org

Free ESOL Class

Saturdays 1.30 – 3.30pm at The Caraf Centre
Assessment and enrolment on Saturday 3rd November at 1:30pm
Come along to improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills – beginner’s class (pre-entry)
Call Akhita on 020 7 284 0030 or come and see Akhita at 27-30 Cheriton, Queen’s Crescent, NW5 4EZ

Castle Youth Launch Event

30th October, 4 – 7pm at the Haven 23 Castlehaven Road, NW1
All welcome between the ages of 11-19 years. Find out what’s happening, meet the staff team, see what’s on offer, meet a celebrity, free gift and food. Bring a friend.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

Little Village on C4 Dispatches

A branch of local charity, Little Village, is featured on Channel 4’s Dispatches on Monday evening. “Born on the Breadline” examines the growing need for baby banks in the UK and meets the working parents who are turning to them, to provide their young children with nappies, clothes, toys and cots

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

Richard Reeve’s Foundation

Funding to local organisations active in London boroughs of Camden, Islington and City of London.
The scheme supports eligible schools and charities that run schemes for disadvantaged people and young people aged up to 25.
Current priority areas of the scheme are to support disadvantaged people in the local community who experience barriers to education and training. Full details.

Grant Opportunity for Young Londoners Fund Local Networks

Part of the Mayor’s new £45m Young Londoners Fund to help children and young people to fulfil their potential, particularly those at risk of getting caught up in crime. It will support a wide range of education, sport, cultural and other activities for children and young people.
£30m is available for projects in local communities (over two rounds) and the remaining £15m will be invested to expand existing projects funded by City Hall that support young Londoners. Full details here.

Said Foundation – Amal Grants Programme

Grants to support a variety of high-quality arts and cultural activities that aim to further the objectives of increasing understanding of Britain’s Muslim communities among people of other faiths and none and fostering a stronger sense of belonging in the UK among its Muslim communities. Details here.

London Early Years Campaign.

The Mayor is offering a total of £150,000 to improve awareness of free early education for 2-year-olds and increase take up of places by eligible families.
City Hall will award a maximum of 30 grants of between £5,000 and £15,000 each to local projects. The proposals must target areas of low take up and evidence how they will effectively engage families and communities who are currently missing out on this vital offer..
Delivery  takes place between January and September 2019. Full details here.

Power Up: resourcing women’s and girls’ movements for change

Fund opens 8th October and closes 7th December
Up to £300K is available for single applicants, or up to £500k for partnerships
Find out more at the Comic Relief website.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Computer Skills for Beginners

Fridays, 2 – 30 November at 10:30  – 12:30  at Training Link, Phoenix Rd, NW1
New to computers or like to brush up your skills? Come to this free 5 week course to get started. To book your place, contact Erica on 0207 269 6035 or Mandira on 0207 284 6573

Health and Safety Essentials – 21 November 2018

Wednesday, 21st November, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Do you have responsibilities for health and safety where you work? Do you want to know your rights when it comes to health and safety? And know how to enforce your rights? You get a certificate at the end of the course. Learn about:
~ The main UK health and safety laws
~ Who is responsible for health and safety at work
~ Who enforces health and safety
~ Basic risk assessment
~ Sources of information and support
The training is ideal for people new to health and safety or those wanting to refresh their knowledge. The course also covers all the requirements for running a community group safely. In particular, migrant workers or recent arrivals in the UK will gain important knowledge about their rights. Book here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

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

Employing a personal assistant

Organised by Camden Disability Action
How to safely recruit PA’s; Setting the boundaries; Keeping control; How to manage staff on a day to day basis; What to do if things go wrong; Keeping everything safe and legal
At Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street, NW1 8HF
Friday – 9th November
The sessions run from 10.30 am – 1.30 pm and then a hour for lunch.
Contact Nital Patel to book a place or for more info nita.patel@psic.org.uk

Thinking about transition for a young person with SEND aged 16-25?

The Leighton College is a person-centred further education provider based in Kentish Town with 20 learner places a year. Now recruiting for Sept 2019, this is an opportunity for SENDCO’s, teachers, parents, carers and local authority members to come and see our college and find out more about our offer and referral pathways.
Dates: Friday 7th December 2018 / Friday 15th February 9.30 – 10.30am
Elfrida Rathbone Camden, 7 Dowdney Close, NW5
RSVP to rosanna@elfridacamden.org.uk with names of attendees and your chosen date.

Save our Boys and Girls Employability Day

Jobs, training, qualifications training and affordable housing. Lots of employers and opportunities on the day.
26th October 12 – 4pm, 25 Bertram Street, N19. More info contact admin@saveourboysandgirls.org or visit www.saveourboysandgirls.org

Armistice Commemoration  11th November

Join Michael Palin, Robert Powell and Lee Montague for a commemoration of The War to End All Wars, celebrating the indomitable spirit of those who fought and those who stayed behind, on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. There will be readings and poems and popular songs of the period played by Adam Gorb.  The evening will take place at The Peter Samuel Hall, Royal Free Hospital on 11th November at 7.30pm (1hour).  All proceeds go to Keats Community Library.  For tickets call the library on 0207 431 1266 or book online

An evening with Antony Gormley

On 7th November Antony Gormley, one of Britain’s great living artists, will be joined by anthropologist Hugh Brody and psychoanalyst Margot Waddell for this evening of discussion and film at Belsize Square Synagogue. Included will be a special screening of “Inside Australia”, All proceeds will fund Camden Psychotherapy Unit’s provision of low cost psychotherapy for Londoners in need. For information and tickets visit insideaustralia.eventbrite.co.uk or call CPU on 0207 284 6558.

Self-Care Workshops

The workshops will inform participants about what local services are available to them in addition to their GPs, and how they can better manage their health.
Click here to register.
~  8 November 1:30 – 3:30 (Kingsgate Community Association)
~  21 November 10:00 – 12:00 (Pax Lodge, Olave Centre)

Improve your English Skills through  Fun Social Learning

At The Wellcome Collection Reading Room, Euston Road, NW1.
Starts Friday 2nd November 10.15-12 Every 2 weeks. Includes a free lunch!
E: hello@speak-street.com   T: 020 3637 9668
Free. Priority spaces for WC1 and NW1 residents

Volunteer Managers’ Forum: Networking & Peer Support

Join Volunteer Centre Camden for the Volunteer Managers’ Forum Tuesday 13th November, 10am-1pm in Camden to discuss all things volunteer management with volunteer managers in Camden, and beyond.
The topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers – and will be decided by you on the day. Book at Eventbrite.

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Thursday, 15th November, 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

October Volunteering Fair

Looking to recruit volunteers in Camden or Islington?
Bookings are now open for the Volunteer Centre Camden  Supersized Volunteering Fair on Wednesday 31st October, 12-2pm.
This fair is co-hosted with Volunteer Centre Islington and takes place in King’s Cross at Voluntary Action Islington on Pentonville Road.
This is open to all voluntary organisations that have volunteering in Camden, Islington and their borders.

Camden CIL Consortium Seeks Engagement Officer

Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL)
Salary: £32,151 – £35,251 pro rata 4 days p/w (depending on experience)
Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL) is a new service, run and controlled by disabled people.
The CIL is now looking for an experienced and enthusiastic engagement office to lead development of a new model of engagement for disabled people in Camden, and support disabled people to play a full role in the CIL and in Camden’s wider community, including supporting the involvement of volunteers.
We welcome applications from people living with a disability.
Download the application pack from the CDA website. For further details please contact Len Lauk on len@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk. Closing Date: 9 Nov

The Sherriff Centre are seeking a new Centre Manager

The new manager will oversee the day-to-day runnings of our social enterprise project in West Hampstead.
Established in 2014 and based within St James Church, The Sherriff Centre serves the community seven days a week. We are home to The West Hampstead Post Office, The Sanctuary Cafe, Hullabaloo children’s soft play and Icon Gift Shop.
The Sherriff Centre’s profits go to our charity which provides a debt and money advice service to the local community.
If you would like to apply for this position, please send a CV and a covering letter to Steph: hello@thesherriffcentre.co.uk
Interviews to be held early Novemeber with a felixble start date of Dec/Jan

Homestart seek Family Support Volunteers

Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time?
Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Training Starting 21st November to 13th December Every Tuesday & Thursday except 1st Day is on Wednesday 9.45am to 2.30pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or web: www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Age UK Camden seeks Learning and Quality Officer

12 month contract Sc SO1 29-31 £29,424 to £31,141 pa pro rata  21 hours pw
Ageing Better in Camden is looking to recruit a Learning and Quality Officer.  This new role will work to scope, collect, manage, analyse and disseminate learning on Ageing Better in Camden (ABC) outreach project, ABC specialist projects and ABC ‘gold standard’ community activities
For more details, all documents can be downloaded from our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk.
Closing date: Thurs 22nd November, 9 am. Interviews: Thurs 29th November

Support & Wellbeing Worker – Mental Health p/t for 2 years

Camden Carers Centre is currently looking to appoint a part time Mental Health Support & Wellbeing Worker (4 days a week) to build upon the excellent work already undertaken by us to support mental health carers and the people they care for. We currently have funding for 2 years for this post.
You will be delivering a comprehensive and quality information, support and advocacy service for mental health carers alongside being involved in developing and delivering a meaningful programme of activities and training for mental health carers and their cared for. £30K pro rata plus 3% pension
For further information or to talk to someone please call 020 7428 8950 and ask to speak to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Caroline Allouf or email: caroline@camdencarers.org.uk
Closing date: Sunday 11th November. Interviews: Friday 23rd November

Coram’s Fields seeks Play Worker

£18,564 pro-rata 20 hrs p/w term-time / 35hrs p/w during school holiday periods
Coram’s Fields Out of School Club (OSC) is looking for an exceptional individual to become part of its dedicated team to help deliver its hugely successful after school club and holiday scheme programmes for young people
See the Coram’s fields website for full details.  Closing date 9am 5th November

Castlehaven seeks Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development

Castlehaven Community Association are currently looking for a Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development who will oversee income generation, social enterprise development and enterprise management.
More details at the Castlehaven website. Please send your applications to info@castlehaven.org.uk
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 11th November

Little Village Opportunities

Little Village collects great quality donations of clothes, toys and kit for babies and children up to the age of 5 and then gifts these donations onto local families in need in the area.
We’re very excited to be recruiting two paid roles at our Camden site based at Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1EE. If you’re looking for a part-time administrator role (15 hours a week, 43 weeks a year) or a part-time ambassador position. Little Village is a family-friendly employer, not to mention a fun, rewarding and supportive place to work.
For details email camden@littlevillagehq.org or visit the Little Village website

Camden Butterfly Trust seeks Trustees

Get involved in the wildlife habitat creation programme “Bring Back the Butterflies” becoming a charity. Two positions are available to join this exciting venture. Contact Jim, Email: thebutterflyman@btinternet.com, Tel: 020 7586 6576 or 07826 497 377

Age UK Camden seeks Henderson Court Deputy Manager

Maternity Cover – min 6 months from Mid December with possible extension
Henderson Court Day Centre – 35 hour week
S01 Scp 29-31  £30,012 to £31,764 pa for full-time
In the role of Deputy Manager – you will Support Day Care Officers and volunteers in providing an excellent service to a diverse client group of older people with complex care needs including providing feedback and managing performance and identifying new areas of need and potential development.
For further details and an application form visit the website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400. Closing date:  9am, Tuesday 6th November

Enjoy working with older people in a community setting?

The Community Association for West Hampstead (CAWH) is seeking a Part-Time Older Men’s Worker for the Keeping Active Together project which aims to enable older people to be active in the community through a programme of events and volunteering opportunities.
8 hours per week (must be available weekends and evenings) £13 per hour includes London Weighting (£5,408 per year)
For more information and a recruitment pack please  contact 020 7794 3729, email kat@cawh.org.uk  Deadline: 1pm Monday 29th October

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for Camden volunteers who can commit 2 hours per week.
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
For more information, please contact:
Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

Council tenants and leaseholders Survey

What level of influence do you think you should have in the delivery and running of the Council’s housing services? Your views will contribute to the development of the Resident Participation Strategy 2019 -2022.
You can access our online survey via Camden Council’s online Consultation Hub by going to Camden.gov.uk/getinvolved
You can also read about our current approach by clicking this link.
If you would prefer a hard copy or would like assistance in completing the survey, please email tp@camden.gov.uk

Camden Community Infrastructure Levy Consultation

When new building projects take place in Camden, the developers are usually charged a fee known as the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Some of this money is used to fund key infrastructure across the borough, and some of it is used to help make sure that the development contributes towards the local area. The council want your views by 12th November. Click here to take part.

Need a Venue near Chalk Farm?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
The Dining Room can hold up to 60 people, this can be useful for any large social events, AGMs, conferences, etc.
The Buffet Room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people
Rates and full details on the VAC website.

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Hate Crime Drop in Surgery

14th November 12-2pm Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt Street,  NW1
This services aims to provide a comprehensive ‘One Stop’ drop-in service for those experiencing and/or who may be at risk of a Hate Crime or experienced it in the past and fearful further incidents may occur. Hate incidents take many forms from verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, bullying or malicious complaints. The Sessions will be run in conjunction with Metropolitan Police, LGBT Forum, Community Security Trust (CST), Camden Council, Tell MAMA and Camden People First.

Stories in Song at the British Library

Sunday 21 October, 11.30 – 13.00 and repeated at 14.00 – 15.30.
Free Drop-in Suitable for ages 5 – 11
Storytelling for families inspired by our exhibition Windrush: Songs in a Strange Land. Join IROKO Theatre Company for a workshop full of music, play and performance, involving drumming, dancing and singing. Everyone is welcome.

Save our Boys and Girls Employability Day

Jobs, training, qualifivations training and affordable housing. Lots of employers and opportunities on the day.
26th October 12 – 4pm, 25 Bertram Street, N19. More info contact admin@saveourboysandgirls.org or visit www.saveourboysandgirls.org

Knowledge Quarter Community Champions: Wellbeing

Mon 22 October, 3:00 – 5:00 at the British Museum
Community Champions is a unique programme of networking events, offering charities and community groups across Camden and Islington the chance to make important and lasting connections with Knowledge Quarter partners, such as the British Museum, UCL, Google, the Francis Crick Institute, Conway Hall, The Place and many others.
The Community Champions project is a series of events designed to bring Knowledge Quarter (KQ) partners together with local charities and community groups to encourage KQ partners to develop collaborative projects around the themes of youth, employability, environment, wellbeing and nexus.
More information and booking at Eventbrite.

Healthwatch Camden AGM

Tuesday 23 October 18.00-20.00
at the St Pancras and Somers Town Living Centre
Please RSVP at info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk

New choir launches in Camden for Scots in London

No singing experience is necessary, there are no auditions, and no solos are required here. It’s about getting together and having a good time.
ScotsCare is also running a guided meditation and relaxation class before the choir –   again, no experience needed – and  can be done seated or lying down.
Both activities are open to existing and new clients of the charity – first and second generation Scots in London. To register with ScotsCare, please call 0207 240 3718 or 0800 652 2989.
ScotsCare also runs a free monthly lunch and bingo  in Eversholt Street for Scots over 50, summer seaside outings, and Christmas and Burns lunches.
The charity is also seeking a volunteer pianist (ideally with their own keyboard) to accompany the choir from January. Call Una or email info@scotscare.com

Armistice Commemoration  11th November

Join Michael Palin, Robert Powell and Lee Montague for a commemoration of The War to End All Wars, celebrating the indomitable spirit of those who fought and those who stayed behind, on the 100th anniversary of the Armistice. There will be readings and poems and popular songs of the period played by Adam Gorb.  The evening will take place at The Peter Samuel Hall, Royal Free Hospital on 11th November at 7.30pm (1hour).  All proceeds go to Keats Community Library.  For tickets call the library on 0207 431 1266 or book online

The Caraf Centre holiday Play Scheme

22nd -26th October 8.00am – 6.00pm
Prices (per day): Per Child 10/12, Per Family 16/20. Age: 5-8 year olds
Limited free spaces available. To register contact Indira Vyas at The Caraf Centre, 27-30 Cheriton, NW5. Phone: 020 7284 0030 Email: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk Web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Women Constructed – Affirmations for Creativity

Free creative workshop, Sat 27th Oct, Swiss Cottage Gallery, 1-3.30pm
Discuss the lives of women artists whilst creating a collaborative artwork using a range of drawing and collage materials.   The workshop is open to all people who identify as women. No drawing skills of previous experience necessary.
You can find out more here  To book email Emily from Quiet Down There emily@quietdownthere.co.uk or call/text 07881 951177

The NHS Explained: How the Health System in England Really Works

Get a detailed understanding of the NHS – its inner workings, current and future challenges, and how it all fits together.
This course will help you understand what keeps the fifth largest employer in the world running. You’ll explore current and future challenges facing the NHS, and the ways in which we can tackle these challenges to ensure a system fit for the future. Free online course from the Kings Fund.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

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

London Early Years Campaign.

The Mayor is offering a total of £150,000 to improve awareness of free early education for 2-year-olds and increase take up of places by eligible families.
City Hall will award a maximum of 30 grants of between £5,000 and £15,000 each to local projects. The proposals must target areas of low take up and evidence how they will effectively engage families and communities who are currently missing out on this vital offer..
Delivery is expected to take place between January 2019 and September 2019. Full details here.

Power Up: resourcing women’s and girls’ movements for change

Fund opens 8th October and closes 7th December
Up to £300K is available for single applicants, or up to £500k for partnerships
Find out more at the Comic Relief website.

Waitrose Community Matters

Launched in 2008, Waitrose Community Matters initiative donated over £14 million to local charities chosen by the public. Using tokens provided at the till, customers decide how much of a £1,000 monthly total (£500 in convenience shops) is given to the three charities or community groups, nominated by customers and selected by Partners.
Online, Waitrose.com also shares a donation of £25,000 between 3 national causes. After checkout, you will be asked to vote for one of the national causes we are supporting. Each cause will receive a share according to the number of votes – just as we do in our branches. Apply here.

The HS2 Camden Fund

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

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

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

Healthy Minds: Free Creative Writing workshop:

The sessions aim to provide an opportunity to explore your creative side and build self-confidence through a series of simple writing exercises using prompts to help you with reflection and recall.  Students are encouraged to share their writing and offer supportive and constructive feedback on each other’s work.  The aim of the sessions is to build confidence in your writing and to help each other to develop skills for critiquing and editing
Thursdays 25th Oct, 8th, 22nd Nov, 6th Dec 10:30am – 12:30pm

Healthy Minds: Nutrition Talks

When you understand how sugar behaves in your body and damage it does to your health, then you have informed choice about consuming it. When you know and understand what a balanced diet is, you can support your health and weight loss.
Tuesday 23rd October 11am – 12:30pm
At Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street, Chalk Farm, NW1 8HF
To book your place, please contact Mandira Manandhar on 020 7284 6573/6550 or mmanandhar@vac.org.uk OR Mind on 020 7241 8996/healthymindscp@mindincamden.org.uk

Health and Safety Essentials – 21 November 2018

Wednesday, 21st November, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Do you have responsibilities for health and safety where you work? Do you want to know your rights when it comes to health and safety? And know how to enforce your rights? You get a certificate at the end of the course. Learn about:
~ The main UK health and safety laws
~ Who is responsible for health and safety at work
~ Who enforces health and safety
~ Basic risk assessment
~ Sources of information and support
The training is ideal for people new to health and safety or those wanting to refresh their knowledge. The course also covers all the requirements for running a community group safely. In particular, migrant workers or recent arrivals in the UK will gain important knowledge about their rights. Book here.

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC can provide training, and sessional work opportunities for committed volunteers. Benefits include free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. See Jobs and Volunteers section below for full details.

Need a Venue near Chalk Farm?

VAC now has 3 new rooms to hire out for Events/Training, etc. at our new base in the Charlie Ratchford Centre in Chalk Farm.
The Dining Room can hold up to 60 people, this can be useful for any large social events, AGMs, conferences, etc.
The Buffet Room can hold up to 20 people comfortably for training/workshops
The Lounge is a open area for anything that is not confidential and can hold up to 20 people
Rates and full details on the VAC website.

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

Employing a personal assistant

Organised by Camden Disability Action
How to safely recruit PA’s; Setting the boundaries; Keeping control; How to manage staff on a day to day basis; What to do if things go wrong; Keeping everything safe and legal
At Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street, NW1 8HF
Friday – 9th November
The sessions run from 10.30 am – 1.30 pm and then a hour for lunch.
Contact Nital Patel to book a place or for more info nita.patel@psic.org.uk

An evening with Antony Gormley

On 7th November Antony Gormley, one of Britain’s great living artists, will be joined by anthropologist Hugh Brody and psychoanalyst Margot Waddell for this evening of discussion and film at Belsize Square Synagogue. Included will be a special screening of “Inside Australia”, Hugh Brody’s 52-minute documentary about Antony Gormley’s stunning 51-sculptue installation on Lake Ballard in Western Australia. All proceeds will fund Camden Psychotherapy Unit’s provision of low cost psychotherapy for Londoners in need. For information and tickets visit insideaustralia.eventbrite.co.uk or call CPU on 0207 284 6558.

Board Games Afternoon at the H-Pod

Tuesday, 23 October, WEP will be holding a board games afternoon. We will be playing games and enjoying light refreshments while we chat with you about Healthtrain. We are looking for fresh thoughts to  help us to improve our services. rsvp 020 7388 7932 email: chuks@westeuston.org

Self-Care Workshops

The workshops will inform participants about what local services are available to them in addition to their GPs, and how they can better manage their health.
Click here to register.
~  24 October 10:00 – 12:00 (Queen’s Crescent Community Association)
~  8 November 1:30 – 3:30 (Kingsgate Community Association)
~  21 November 10:00 – 12:00 (Pax Lodge, Olave Centre)

Bloomsbury Festival Family Fun Day & 1A Arts Film

21st October is Family Fun Day and will also feature a screening of a film produced by a group of young people at 1A Arts. Find out more here.

Improve your English Skills through  Fun Social Learning

At The Wellcome Collection Reading Room, Euston Road, NW1.
Starts Friday 2nd November 10.15-12 Every 2 weeks. Includes a free lunch!
E: hello@speak-street.com   T: 020 3637 9668
Free. Priority spaces for WC1 and NW1 residents

Volunteer Managers’ Forum: Networking & Peer Support

Join Volunteer Centre Camden for the Volunteer Managers’ Forum Tuesday 13th November, 10am-1pm in Camden to discuss all things volunteer management with volunteer managers in Camden, and beyond.
The topics will be varied, and can be anything related to managing volunteers – and will be decided by you on the day. Book at Eventbrite.

Healthwatch Camden’s Community Forum

Tuesday 23 October at 4.30. Have your say by attending the event and help to make sure that Camden’s health and social care services are the most people-focused in the country. The location is the Living Centre. RSVP for more information to info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk

Healthfest

CLDS health and wellbeing event
Friday 26 October, 10am to 4pm
at Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street, NW1 8HF
Come along on the day to find out about staying safe, staying healthy, staying active and having fun. Find out more at 020 79 74 37 37

‘Creating a Stronger Voluntary & Community Sector’

Thursday, 15th November, 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
Camden Giving has funding available through the HS2 Camden Fund for creating a ‘Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector’. We will share some tips and ideas about applications you could consider applying to us for under this strand so that you can begin to plan your project proposal.
This free workshop is aimed at not-for-profits with an income of less than £500k, whose projects/activities benefit Camden communities.
Click here to book a place or email danielle@camdengiving.org.uk.

October Volunteering Fair

Looking to recruit volunteers in Camden or Islington?
Bookings are now open for the Volunteer Centre Camden  Supersized Volunteering Fair on Wednesday 31st October, 12-2pm.
This fair is co-hosted with Volunteer Centre Islington and takes place in King’s Cross at Voluntary Action Islington on Pentonville Road.
This is open to all voluntary organisations that have volunteering in Camden, Islington and their borders.

Camden CIL Consortium Seeks Engagement Officer

Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL)
Salary: £32,151 – £35,251 pro rata 4 days p/w (depending on experience)
Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL) is a new service, run and controlled by disabled people. Its main purpose is to improve the life chances of disabled people in Camden and to promote the empowerment of Deaf and Disabled people in their everyday life.
The CIL is now looking for an experienced and enthusiastic engagement office to lead development of a new model of engagement for disabled people in Camden, and support disabled people to play a full role in the CIL and in Camden’s wider community, including supporting the involvement of volunteers.
We welcome applications from people living with a disability.
Download the application pack from the CDA website. For further details please contact Len Lauk on len@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk. Closing Date: 9 Nov

Castlehaven seeks Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development

Castlehaven Community Association are currently looking for a Head of Social Enterprise and Commercial Development who will oversee income generation, social enterprise development and enterprise management.
More details at the Castlehaven website. Please send your applications to info@castlehaven.org.uk
Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 11th November

The Winch seeks Fundraising Officer

£26,0000
The Winch are looking for a principled, passionate and professional fundraiser who believes every young person should be supported to succeed, regardless of their circumstances. Details at the Charity Jobs website.

Little Village Opportunities

Little Village collects great quality donations of clothes, toys and kit for babies and children up to the age of 5 and then gifts these donations onto local families in need in the area.
Volunteers
The charity is powered by volunteers and we are always looking for new people to join the Little Village volunteer family. Could this be you? Roles available at our Camden site (Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1EE) include Family Liaison volunteers who welcome and support families at our drop-in sessions; stock gatherers and sorters who help sort our wonderful donations of clothes, toys and baby items; social media volunteers; community engagement supporters and lots more besides. If you’re interested please come to our open morning on Tuesday 16th October at 10am at Somers Town Community Association.
Jobs
We’re very excited to be recruiting two paid roles at our Camden site based at Somers Town Community Association, 150 Ossulston Street, London NW1 1EE. If you’re looking for a part-time administrator role (15 hours a week, 43 weeks a year) or a part-time ambassador position. Little Village is a family-friendly employer, not to mention a fun, rewarding and supportive place to work.
For details email camden@littlevillagehq.org or visit the Little Village website

Camden Butterfly Trust seeks Trustees

Get involved in the wildlife habitat creation programme “Bring Back the Butterflies” becoming a charity. Two positions are available to join this exciting venture. Contact Jim, Email: thebutterflyman@btinternet.com, Tel: 020 7586 6576 or 07826 497 377

Age UK Camden seeks Henderson Court Deputy Manager

Maternity Cover – min 6 months from Mid December with possible extension
Henderson Court Day Centre – 35 hour week
S01 Scp 29-31  £30,012 to £31,764 pa for full-time
In the role of Deputy Manager – you will Support Day Care Officers and volunteers in providing an excellent service to a diverse client group of older people with complex care needs including providing feedback and managing performance and identifying new areas of need and potential development.
For further details and an application form visit the website www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400. Closing date:  9am, Tuesday 6th November

Centre for Independent Living Receptionist

The Centre for Independent Living is a new service, run and controlled by Deaf and disabled people. Its purpose is to improve the life chances of Deaf and disabled people in Camden. It is based in a new building; a space where disabled and non-disabled people can come together and take part in shared activities, ranging from art and exercise to creative and entrepreneurial enterprises.
The new site for CDA and the CIL will be open from 9am until 10pm. CDA is therefore looking for two or more receptionists to cover the reception function on a job-share basis. For the right candidates, flexibility about hours (for example school hours, early mornings and/or evening work) will be available.
Hours: Flexible and by agreed contract to cover some or all of the hours of 9am to 10pm. £10.20 per hour, 28 days holiday per year pro rata
Please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to len@camdendisabilityaction.org.uk
Closing date is 9 November 2018. www.camdendisabilityaction.org.uk

Enjoy working with older people in a community setting?

The Community Association for West Hampstead (CAWH) is seeking a Part-Time Older Men’s Worker for the Keeping Active Together project which aims to enable older people to be active in the community through a programme of events and volunteering opportunities.
8 hours per week (must be available weekends and evenings) £13 per hour includes London Weighting (£5,408 per year)
For more information and a recruitment pack please  contact 020 7794 3729, email kat@cawh.org.uk  Deadline: 1pm Monday 29th October

Volunteer with VAC and develop experience and skills in public health

VAC provide training, and work opportunities for committed volunteers
• Can you commit at least 2 hours per week?
• Do you live, work or volunteer in Camden?
• Would you like to support people in your community to improve their health and access to services that will help maintain good health and wellbeing?
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) training to volunteer Health Advocates for Community Links, part of a new Care Navigation and Social Prescribing service in Camden. Community Links Health Advocates signpost residents to community based activities and help with formal referrals where community based activities are needed alongside clinical care.
Volunteers will have access to other health related training, and will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team that meets monthly to develop the service and explore health related issues. After 3 months, active volunteers will have opportunities to take up occasional paid sessional work alongside volunteering.
Placements are in GP practices and other community locations. In return for your commitment to the project, we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
For more information, please contact:
Mandira Manandhar, Community Links Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/6573 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk

New Web Pages from VAC

We’ve updated OneCamden, the portal website for voluntary sector support in Camden with links to volunteering, funding and data about the borough. It also hosts our directory of groups and our directory of rooms for hire in Camden. We’ve also produced a list of networks in Camden and a list of useful information portals. Let us know if there is anything you would like us to add.

Council tenants and leaseholders Survey

What level of influence do you think you should have in the delivery and running of the Council’s housing services? Your views will contribute to the development of the Resident Participation Strategy 2019 -2022.
You can access our online survey via Camden Council’s online Consultation Hub by going to Camden.gov.uk/getinvolved
You can also read about our current approach by clicking this link.
If you would prefer a hard copy or would like assistance in completing the survey, please email tp@camden.gov.uk

Camden Community Infrastructure Levy Consultation

When new building projects take place in Camden, the developers are usually charged a fee known as the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Some of this money is used to fund key infrastructure across the borough, and some of it is used to help make sure that the development contributes towards the local area. The council want your views by 12th November. Click here to take part.

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