Category: Newsletter

Camden Council & St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre  drop in sessions

Offering residents of all age ranges practical support to deal with hearing loss
Drop in sessions 9.30am-12noon Once a month on Fridays:
6th July, 3rd August, 7th September
Delivered by Asif Iqbal, Adult Social Care, Camden Council. Support and advice around options and adaptions to aid.
Held at The St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre, 2 Ossulston Street, Kings Cross, London NW1 1DF
For more information, please call Asif Iqbal: Tel: 020 7974 2837 or Email: asif.iqbal@Camden.gov.uk

We Are Ageing Better & Hopscotch Secret Picnic

Meet at 11.30am at The Living Centre,  2 Ossulston NW1
Come along for a picnic in hidden gem within Regents Park. Please bring some food to share.  There will be a chance to show off your sporting skills too
Full schedule of activites and events at http://weareageingbetter.org.uk/

Gymsick

Gymsick is a pop-up gym-like space for young people, offering an array of free activities for body and soul that fuse art, sport, music and film. Including: boxing sessions with Action Youth Boxing trainers (AYBI), sessions with boxing and drumming and boxing and poetry, a film program, banner-making, the opportunity to learn to edit films, a Cumbia music event on Sunday 12 August and loads more!
The space will function as a drop-in environment except during workshops (timetable and sign up sheets tbc – on our FB page in late July).
An initial meeting will be held on 8 Aug in Chalton Gallery from 10:30 to plan the program of films and install the gym (with vegan energy balls for sustenance). Activities will begin on 8th Aug.
8 – 17 August at Chalton Gallery, 96 Chalton St, London. NW1 1HJ UK
contact – lucy.pawlak@gmail.com
more info coming soon – https://www.facebook.com/gymsick   Hosted by artist Lucy Pawlak in collaboration with AYBI boxing & Chalton Gallery

Empowered Communities 20/20: supporting community development across London

18th July 2018: 1300-1730 @TMG-58, Tower Building, London Metropolitan University, 166-220 Holloway Road, N7 8DB
Event organised by Community Development Network London
Purpose of the event:
• To understand the findings of the Empowered Communities 2020 research
• To contribute to Local Trust plans for future support
• To build an independent, critical and influential movement
• To network, seek out peer support and learning, challenge and inspire
Register here: Venue fully accessible

Free wellbeing activities at West Euston Partnership

Monthly Health Walks.  Get active and join our free and friendly Health Walk in beautiful Regent’s Park.  Meet lovely people, get fitter, enjoy a cup of tea and a chat.  Feel refreshed in body and mind.  20% discount at Benugo café in the park.  Meet on Wednesday 18th July at 9.45am at West Euston Partnership, One Stop Shop, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA (next door to Sainsbury’s).  The walk will take about 80 minutes.  More dates coming soon!  No need to book.  For more info contact Ann Wolfe ann@westeuston.org or call 020 7388 7932.
Silver Cycling in beautiful Regent’s Park.  Are you 50+ and fancy cycling with others?  Join us for a free one-hour session.  Electric bikes and specially adapted bikes including tricycles available, so if you don’t know how to cycle you can still join us.  20% off in the park café!  Bike pick up point is at St Mary’s Yard, Inner Circle, Regent’s Park NW1 2NR (near entrance to Queen Mary’s Rose Gardens).  For more info and to book please contact Ann Wolfe ann@westeuston.org or call 020 7388 7932.

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.

£100k funding will help small charities’ digital marketing

Nisa is offering 10 small charities the chance to be awarded £10,000 each to help expand digital marketing and other promotional activities.
Nisa Locally’s charitable funding arm Making a Difference Locally has launched a competition in which the ten charities can apply to win the prize funds. Any UK charity with an annual income of £100,000 or less is eligible to enter the competition.

Culture Seeds

This is a two-year rolling programme, so you can apply at any time for funding between £1,000-£5,000.
The new grants will be used to support community-led cultural projects in every London borough and will support not-for-profit, small or informal organisations and groups as well as individuals as it is often harder for them to access funding. Full details at the Mayor’s 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.

Healthy Minds Activities – Try something new this summer

Zumba – 9th July
Have fun and keep fit at the same time. Zumba is a fusion of Latin American dances and simple aerobic and fitness steps.
Paper Jewellery – 16th and 23rd July
Learn to make beautiful paper necklaces and bracelets with this fun technique that uses decorative papers and beads. Sessions run from 10:00 – 11:00am.
Zumba – St Pancras & Somers Town Living Ctr, 2 Ossulston St
Paper Jewellery –  Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street, London, NW1
For more details contact Mandira 0207 284 6573 or Erica 0207269 6035
Further events on the VAC events calendar.

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

Age UK Camden Somali Coffee Morning

Talaado Bisha 17th July 10.30 – 12.30 at Tavis House, 1-6 Tavis Square, WC1
Iska waran! Join us for our Somali coffee and information morning with a speaker from Camden Carers. If you would like to find out more about this free event then call us on 020 7239 0400

The British Library Windrush Family Day Sat 7 July, 2-4pm

Explore the stories, lives and history of the Caribbean community. Inspired by our Windrush: Songs in a Strange Land exhibition, enjoy storytelling with dynamic singer-songwriter Lánre and play board games from across the world with Games without Wires from the Caribbean Social Forum. This is a free event for all the family to enjoy, with singing, board games, dance, storytelling, crafts and poetry throughout the day. Further information at https://www.bl.uk/events/windrush-family-day

Inspection of UCL NHS Foundation Trust

The Care Quality Commission anticipate undertaking an inspection of UCLH before the end of 2018 and so is inviting public stakeholders to an event to hear your views of this provider.
Tuesday 10 July, 10am to 1pm at Friends House, 173 – 177 Euston Road, London, NW1.
rsvp to UCLHevent@cqc.org.uk

Camden Community Festivals

For a full list of Community Festivals happening in Camden this year, visit the Camden Community Festivals page on the VAC website.

QCCA Queen’s Crescent Summer Street Party

Saturday 21st July 12 – 5pm. In the Mix music stage, world food, animal shows. Live Music and Arts just added from ⁦‪Roundhouse‬⁩ and ⁦‪Wac Arts‬⁩.  A family festival.  Contact alex@qcca.org.uk  tel 020 7267 6635.

British Library Events

Community Eid Show and Tell Tuesday 10th July at 2:30pm
Get up close and personal with the British Library’s collection celebrating ‘Eid’ we’ll have experts on hand to answer your questions. If you are a local resident and would like to attend, please contact Amber or Emma. Contact Amber Perrier amber.perrier@bl.uk Tel: 020 7412 7250

How to Be Self Employed

Tuesday 10th July, 10am – 2pm at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
This is a very useful beginners’ guide for people interested in the idea of working freelance. You will receive tips on:
~ Marketing and Promoton
~ Securing Finance
~ Knowing Your Competitors
~ Drafting A Business Plan
~ Registering Yourself as Self Employed
To book contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or email david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Camden Mela

Promoting Community Cohesion and Celebrating Diversity with music, stalls, funfair, dance and instruments
Sunday 15th July Coram’s Fields 93 Guilford Street WC1N
Mela 12-6.00pm. Parade from 2.30-3.00pm
To participate in the parade on the day please meet by the stage in Coram’s Fields at 2:00pm.
For further information and stall bookings please contact:
Nasim Ali Tel: 07852 223403 or  Email: Nasim.ali@kcbna.org.uk

Castlehaven Community Centre seeks Marketing & Social Media Co-ordinator

Key responsibilities include:
Support Operations Manager to deliver public communication for all charitable projects, community initiatives & social enterprises. In particular:
– Manage the marketing requirements of Community Association and maintain all social media platforms related to it.
– Work alongside the Operations Manager to create and implement offline and online creative strategies.
– Co-ordinate the marketing of internal and external Community Associations activities, events and projects.
– Create photographic and video content plus an ability to edit.
Full details here. Closing date 10th July.

National Pensioners Convention seeks Office Administrator

Part time/permanent (subject to six month probation)
£11,232 (18 hours a week to be arranged) plus 7.5% pension contribution
Britain’s biggest campaigning pensioner organisation, the National Pensioners Convention, is seeking to appoint an experienced Administrator to provide an effective administrative service and support to NPC members, staff and Officers. The successful candidate will have the ability to work as part of a small team, contribute to the organisation.
We are seeking an efficient, enthusiastic and engaging individual with excellent communications skills and the ability to deal with a broad range of older people, members of the public and officials from other organisations.
Submit your CV and supporting statement, (in word) to info@npcuk.org.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon 3 August Interview date: 6 August

Latin American House is recruiting 3 posts

Director
Supporting the delivery of Latin American House’s projects and services, strengthen their sustainability and developing new projects and services following income generation and fundraising strategies.
The successful candidate will possess:
● A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience
● Proven experience of writing successful funding applications.
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English and Spanish.
30hrs per week. £32,000 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 16th July. Interviews w/c 23rd July
Frontline Reception officer
● Ensuring that everyone contacting LAH is made to feel welcome and that they receive information about LAH’s services and other relevant services.
● Identifying service users’ needs so as to signpost them internally, externally, or provide them directly with basic frontline support.
● Promoting all of LAH’s events and activities to service users, and the Latin American community and general public through our website and social media.
30hrs per week. £21,840 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 9th July. Interviews w/c of 16th July
Building and Facilities officer
● Being the first point of contact regarding day-to-day matters relating to the building and facilities.
● Ensuring the maintenance of a safe working environment
● Engaging contractors in relation to maintenances, repairs and security
21hrs per week. Salary: £20,020 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 9th July 2018. Interviews w/c of 16th July
Latin American House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  Applications forms and more information available at www.casalatina.org.uk

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

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

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Camden Strategic Partnership Fund – applications now open (South West zone only)

The Strategic Partner Fund for Neighbourhoods has now reopened for applications in the South West zone only, information about the Strategic Partnership can be found here The first stage of the application process closes at Midnight on the 29th July 2018
If you would like to request an application pack or if you have any queries about the fund please contact vcs@camden.gov.uk or Joleene.king@camden.gov.uk 020 7974 4214 (South West)

Choices & Opportunities Day at Working Men’s College

The Camden ACL Choices and Opportunities Day on 3rd July 9.30 – 1pm is our annual event which aims to provide adults 19+ with information and advice about learning, training, health, employment and volunteering opportunities in Camden and the support services that can help them access those opportunities.
Camden residents/Learners will be met by an adviser and directed to a particular zone/stand based on their interests.
For more information, please contact 020 7974 2148, email adultlearning@camden.gov.uk or visit the website.

Inspection of UCL NHS Foundation Trust

The Care Quality Commission anticipate undertaking an inspection of UCLH before the end of 2018 and as we are inviting public stakeholders to an event so that we can hear your views of this provider. The event details are set out below:
Tuesday 10 July, 10am to 1pm at Friends House, 173 – 177 Euston Road, London, NW1. rsvp to UCLHevent@cqc.org.uk

Camden Community Festivals

For a full list of Community Festivals happening in Camden this year, visit the Camden Community Festivals page on the VAC website.

QCCA Queen’s Crescent Summer Street Party

Saturday 21st July 12 – 5pm. In the Mix music stage, world food, animal shows. Live Music and Arts just added from ⁦‪Roundhouse‬⁩ and ⁦‪Wac Arts‬⁩.  A family festival.  Contact alex@qcca.org.uk  tel 020 7267 6635.

The British Library Windrush Family Day Sat 7 July, 2-4pm

Explore the stories, lives and history of the Caribbean community. Inspired by our Windrush: Songs in a Strange Land exhibition, enjoy storytelling with dynamic singer-songwriter Lánre and play board games from across the world with Games without Wires from the Caribbean Social Forum. This is a free event for all the family to enjoy, with singing, board games, dance, storytelling, crafts and poetry throughout the day. Further information at https://www.bl.uk/events/windrush-family-day

Camden Family Member’s Reference Group

Tuesday 3 July 2018 10:30am – 12:30pm followed by a light lunch
At: Camden Carers Service, Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street (off Chalk Farm Road) London NW1
Come and discuss Housing Options for people with learning disabilities
With Catherine Schreiber – Service Manager, Camden Learning Disability Service
For more details / RSVP please contact: philippar@centre404.org.uk Tel: 020 7697 1336

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.

£100k funding will help small charities’ digital marketing

Nisa is offering 10 small charities the chance to be awarded £10,000 each to help expand digital marketing and other promotional activities.
Nisa Locally’s charitable funding arm Making a Difference Locally has launched a competition in which the ten charities can apply to win the prize funds. Any UK charity with an annual income of £100,000 or less is eligible to enter the competition.

Culture Seeds

This is a two-year rolling programme, so you can apply at any time for funding between £1,000-£5,000.
The new grants will be used to support community-led cultural projects in every London borough and will support not-for-profit, small or informal organisations and groups as well as individuals as it is often harder for them to access funding. Full details at the Mayor’s website.

Mayor of London Civic Innovation Challenge

The Mayor of London’s Civic Innovation Challenge is appealing to tech start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop innovative solutions to London’s biggest challenges.
The programme focuses on three major issues facing London: Ageing Population; Climate Change and Inequality
There are seven Civic Innovation Challenges including; Dementia Services; Financial Inclusion & Digital Skills; Loneliness & Isolation; Physical Activity
Applications are open until 23:59 on Sunday 8 July 2018. Full 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.

Healthy Minds Activities – Try something new this summer

Zumba – 2nd and 9th July
Have fun and keep fit at the same time. Zumba is a fusion of Latin American dances and simple aerobic and fitness steps.
Paper Jewellery – 16th and 23rd July
Learn to make beautiful paper necklaces and bracelets with this fun technique that uses decorative papers and beads. Sessions run from 10:00 – 11:00am.
Zumba – St Pancras & Somers Town Living Ctr, 2 Ossulston St
Paper Jewellery –  Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street, London, NW1
For more details contact Mandira 0207 284 6573 or Erica 0207269 6035
Further events on the VAC events calendar.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Age UK Camden Somali Coffee Morning

Talaado Bisha 17th July 10.30 – 12.30 at Tavis House, 1-6 Tavis Square, WC1
Iska waran! Join us for our Somali coffee and information morning with a speaker from Camden Carers. If you would like to find out more about this free event then call us on 020 7239 0400

Women in Making

Do you have ideas about making something but don’t know where to start? Are you looking for some advice on how to develop a creative hobby into a smallbusiness? Or you could just fancy an inspirational morning, meeting other women, learning together while making together, in a welcoming and creative environment.
Expect jewellery making workshops, laser cut handbags and insights on how to set up your own small business.
5th July 10 to 1.30 pm Lethaby Gallery, 1 Granary Square, Kings Cross, N1
Book: https://bit.ly/2MHzuca Light lunch and refreshments.  Babies welcome.

MEWSo “Family Life Celebration”

Saturday 7th July from 3pm to 7pm at Andover Estate Community Centre, 24 Allerton Walk, N7 7RN. The event will be a special celebration, anonymously showcasing the experiences of women in polygamous relationships across the London Boroughs of Islington, Haringey, Enfield and Westminster. Followed by a workshops exploring family life and relationships and will conclude with dinner, dancing and music. Contact Halaleh Taheri 07958 145666

Free Community Festival at Parliament Hill Bandstand

1st July 1-5pm Please join Heath Hands for our inaugural community festival at the Parliament Hill bandstand, supported by Camden Festival Fund. Free South Asian dancing, live music, crafts, art, Zumba, nature activities for all the family. Bring a picnic and join in the fun.

British Library Events

Community Eid Show and Tell Tuesday 10th July at 2:30pm
Get up close and personal with the British Library’s collection celebrating ‘Eid’ we’ll have experts on hand to answer your questions.
Community Curator’s Talk Windrush: Songs in a strange land
Friday 29th June 12:00- 2.00pm
Join the community engagement team for a curator’s talk of our newest exhibition Windrush: Songs in a strange land. If you are a local resident and would like to attend, please contact Amber or Emma.
Contact Amber Perrier amber.perrier@bl.uk Tel: 020 7412 7250

How to Be Self Employed

Tuesday 10th July, 10am – 2pm at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
This is a very useful beginners’ guide for people interested in the idea of working freelance. You will receive tips on:
~ Marketing and Promoton
~ Securing Finance
~ Knowing Your Competitors
~ Drafting A Business Plan
~ Registering Yourself as Self Employed
To book contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or email david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Community Breakfast

Come and join us for breakfast in the beautiful Skip Garden, only a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross on Thursday 5th July.
We’ll be having food, chatting about life in Camden, and asking you for your thoughts about a new project we’re developing where local Camden people help their friends and neighbours.
All free, all welcome (but only 30 breakfast places available so book early!). Community organisations welcome to book multiple places.
Come and shape how we think – and have a lovely breakfast at the same time.

Camden Mela

Promoting Community Cohesion and Celebrating Diversity with music, stalls, funfair, dance and instruments
Sunday 15th July Coram’s Fields 93 Guilford Street WC1N
Mela 12-6.00pm. Parade from 2.30-3.00pm
To participate in the parade on the day please meet by the stage in Coram’s Fields at 2:00pm.
For further information and stall bookings please contact:
Nasim Ali Tel: 07852 223403 or  Email: Nasim.ali@kcbna.org.uk

Camden Summer University

Young people can choose from more than 70 free courses in arts, sport and life skills at top local venues, as Camden Summer University returns. Course bookings go live from Monday 18 June. Courses run from 26 July to 24 August,
You can enrol if you’re aged 13 to 19 and either live in Camden, go to a local state school or attend a council-run youth centre.

Castlehaven Community Centre seeks Marketing & Social Media Co-ordinator

Key responsibilities include:
Support Operations Manager to deliver public communication for all charitable projects, community initiatives & social enterprises. In particular:
– Manage the marketing requirements of Community Association and maintain all social media platforms related to it.
– Work alongside the Operations Manager to create and implement offline and online creative strategies.
– Co-ordinate the marketing of internal and external Community Associations activities, events and projects.
– Create photographic and video content plus an ability to edit.
Full details here.

Latin American House is recruiting 3 posts

Director
Supporting the delivery of Latin American House’s projects and services, strengthen their sustainability and developing new projects and services following income generation and fundraising strategies. Leading on funding applications to grant-making bodies. Supporting and managing a multicultural and motivated staff and volunteer team.Supporting the Management Committee in representing the organisation to internal and external stakeholders, representative community bodies, governmental agencies.
The successful candidate will possess:
● A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience
● Proven experience of writing successful funding applications.
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English and Spanish.
30hrs per week. £32,000 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 16th July. Interviews w/c 23rd July
Frontline Reception officer
● Ensuring that everyone contacting LAH is made to feel welcome and that they receive information about LAH’s services and other relevant services.
● Identifying service users’ needs so as to signpost them internally, externally, or provide them directly with basic frontline support.
● Promoting all of LAH’s events and activities to service users, and the Latin American community and general public through our website and social media.
30hrs per week. £21,840 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 9th July. Interviews w/c of 16th July
Building and Facilities officer
● Being the first point of contact regarding day-to-day matters relating to the building and facilities.
● Ensuring the maintenance of a safe working environment
● Engaging contractors in relation to maintenances, repairs and security
21hrs per week. Salary: £20,020 gross per annum pro rata.
Closing date for applications 5pm on 9th July 2018. Interviews w/c of 16th July
Latin American House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  Applications forms and more information available at www.casalatina.org.uk

External Auditors Required The Caraf Centre

The Caraf Centre is a small educational charity with a turnover of less than £300,000 working with BAME & disadvantaged communities in Camden.
We are currently seeking an independent auditor with previous experience of working within the charity sector.
Please register your interest with the Board of Trustees or for further information please contact Akhita Benjamin on 020 7 284 0030 or akhita.benjamin@thecarafcentre.org.uk

Become a volunteer mentor with The Kids Network

The Kids Network is looking for committed, fun and passionate volunteers to make a difference to a little Londoner.
Our structured mentoring programme is supporting 8-11 year olds at weekends with their social emotional development before they transition into secondary school. As a mentor, you will hold weekly sessions of 2-3 hours with a child. You will be building confidence, supporting resilience and helping your matched child to manage feelings through a series of fun and positive experiences and activities. What we need from you:
~ A minimum of 10 consecutive weekends from July 2018
~ Be available to volunteer once a weekend for up to a year
~ Attend our training day on 7th July 2018 (a Saturday)
Contact Carole on 07378311397 or email: c.muriithi@thekidsnetwork.org.uk

Citizens Advice Camden is seeking a Treasurer

This is an exciting opportunity for a treasurer to join our experienced and committed board of trustees. You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with some experience in the charity sector. You will have held the role of finance director in an organisation with a turnover in excess of £1 million. You will have experience in delivering change and developing new business models.
To apply please send a letter of application  along with your CV to lisa.yates@camdencabservice.org.uk.
Closing date 25 June. Interviews week commencing 9 July.  Full details here.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

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

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Refugee Week Events

Sounds of Syria at Conway Hall
A concert by the London Syrian Ensemble
Saturday 23 June
Summer Fair on Islington Green
Dance to world music, feast on global street food and buy local crafts.
Saturday 23 June
Moving stories at the British Museum
Sunday 24 June
A full day of performances, films and workshops and a free showing of Ai Weiwei’s ‘Human Flow’.  More events at the Refugee Week website.

Age UK Camden Somali Coffee Morning

Talaado Bisha 17th July 10.30 – 12.30 at Tavis House, 1-6 Tavis Square, WC1
Iska waran! Join us for our Somali coffee and information morning with a speaker from Camden Carers. If you would like to find out more about this free event then call us on 020 7239 0400

Kingsgate Workshops Open Studios

22 – 24 June
40 Years of Kingsgate www.kingsgateworkshops.org.uk

Free Community Festival at Parliament Hill Bandstand

1st July 1-5pm Please join Heath Hands for our inaugural community festival at the Parliament Hill bandstand, supported by Camden Festival Fund. Free South Asian dancing, live music, crafts, art, Zumba, nature activities for all the family. Bring a picnic and join in the fun.

British Library Events

Community Eid Show and Tell Tuesday 10th July at 2:30pm
Get up close and personal with the British Library’s collection celebrating ‘Eid’ we’ll have experts on hand to answer your questions.
Community Curator’s Talk Windrush: Songs in a strange land
Friday 29th June 12:00- 2.00pm
Join the community engagement team for a curator’s talk of our newest exhibition Windrush: Songs in a strange land. If you are a local resident and would like to attend, please contact Amber or Emma.
Contact Amber Perrier amber.perrier@bl.uk Tel: 020 7412 7250

Healthwatch Camden ‘Community Forum’

Healthwatch Camden will be hosting our annual ‘Community Forum’, followed by our regular Board Meeting, on Tuesday 26th June 2018.
• 4.30pm – 5.45pm Community Forum
• 6.00pm – 8.00pm Board Meeting
At the St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre 2 Ossulston St, NW1 1DF
RSVP:info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk or Tel: 020 7383 2402
Please confirm any dietary & access requirements, by 12th June 2018

Deaf Question Time about the New Centre for Independent Living

We need your support and voice for our new Centre for Independent Living.
Wednesday 4th July, 7 – 9pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. All Camden deaf residents welcome.
No need to book – just turn up.

Volunteer Centre Camden News

Catch up with all things volunteering with the VCC newsletter

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

Community spaces sold off ‘on a massive scale’ for private use, finds report

More than 4,000 public spaces are being sold off every year and being “lost to the community forever”, according to a report published by Locality.
The representative body for community organisation has published The Great British Sell Off today, revealing that on average 4,131 public buildings and spaces, such as libraries, youth centres and swimming pools are sold off each year.  See more Civil Society
Locality is calling for a new fund to enable asset transfer to local community organisations.

Camden Thyroid Trust Group Have an Impact

The Thyroid Trust who meet regularly at Crown Court Church in Covent Garden were mentioned several times in the House of Lords in a significant debate for thyroid patients on access to the drug liothyronine, having worked very hard to brief members of the house in advance. Lord Hunt secured commitments from the Minister, Lord Shaughnessy that the recent pricing and access issues which have caused so much hardship for patients will now be addressed,  Full details on the website

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

Culture Seeds

This is a two-year rolling programme, so you can apply at any time for funding between £1,000-£5,000. Culture Seeds is part of the Mayor of London’s draft Strategy for Culture, Culture for all Londoners.
The new grants will be used to support community-led cultural projects in every London borough and will support not-for-profit, small or informal organisations and groups as well as individuals as it is often harder for them to access funding. Full details at the Mayor’s website.

Mayor of London Civic Innovation Challenge

The Mayor of London’s Civic Innovation Challenge is appealing to tech start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop innovative solutions to London’s biggest challenges.
The programme focuses on three major issues facing London: Ageing Population; Climate Change and Inequality
There are seven Civic Innovation Challenges including; Dementia Services; Financial Inclusion & Digital Skills; Loneliness & Isolation; Physical Activity
Applications are open until 23:59 on Sunday 8 July 2018. Full details here.

Edge Fund is open –  deadline Sunday 24th June

To apply for a grant of up to £3,000 you need to fill in a relatively short application form. Make sure you have read our funding criteria, and check out the Frequently Asked Questions page. If you need any support or assistance please get in touch!
The funding process is democratic and participatory, and involves people working on and directly affected by the issues you are campaigning on. We hope this makes the process fair and accountable to applicants and our members. Please check out this page for more information about how our funding process works.

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.

Comic Relief’s Tackling Violence against Women and Girls

Comic Relief’s Tackling Violence against Women and Girls initiative is worth £4 million and has grants available for organisations that are working to end violence and abuse experienced by women and girls across the UK. Provided by Comic Relief, and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the UK’s Devolved Administrations. The Government funds have been raised through the Tampon Tax. Closes 2nd July.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.

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 Activities – Try something new this summer

Zumba – 2nd and 9th July
Have fun and keep fit at the same time. Zumba is a fusion of Latin American dances and simple aerobic and fitness steps.
Paper Jewellery – 16th and 23rd July
Learn to make beautiful paper necklaces and bracelets with this fun technique that uses decorative papers and beads. Sessions run from 10:00 – 11:00am.
Zumba – St Pancras & Somers Town Living Ctr, 2 Ossulston St
Paper Jewellery –  Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street, London, NW1
For more details contact Mandira 0207 284 6573 or Erica 0207269 6035
Further events on the VAC events calendar.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Mighty Oaks Confidence Building Course

Fridays 29th June, 6th July, 13th July and Wed 18th July 10am – 12.30pm
at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
Our qualified coach will help you gain a more positive mindset and take action to achieve your goals. Feedback on our previous courses has been excellent.
For more information, you can also watch this short video: https://vimeo.com/273402040

How to Be Self Employed

Tuesday 10th July, 10am – 2pm at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
This is a very useful beginners’ guide for people interested in the idea of working freelance. You will receive tips on:
~ Marketing and Promoton
~ Securing Finance
~ Knowing Your Competitors
~ Drafting A Business Plan
~ Registering Yourself as Self Employed
To book contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or email david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Camden Community Festivals

For a full list of Community Festivals happening in Camden this year, visit the Camden Community Festivals page on the VAC website.

Community Breakfast

Come and join us for breakfast in the beautiful Skip Garden, only a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross on Thursday 5th July.
We’ll be having food, chatting about life in Camden, and asking you for your thoughts about a new project we’re developing where local Camden people help their friends and neighbours.
All free, all welcome (but only 30 breakfast places available so book early!). Community organisations welcome to book multiple places. Let us know if you have any special diet when you book so we can make sure we have the right food and drink for you.
Come and shape how we think – and have a lovely breakfast at the same time.

Camden Mela

Promoting Community Cohesion and Celebrating Diversity with music, stalls, funfair, dance and instruments
Sunday 15th July Coram’s Fields 93 Guilford Street WC1N
Mela 12-6.00pm. Parade from 2.30-3.00pm
To participate in the parade on the day please meet by the stage in Coram’s Fields at 2:00pm.
For further information and stall bookings please contact:
Nasim Ali Tel: 07852 223403 or  Email: Nasim.ali@kcbna.org.uk

Camden Summer University

Young people can choose from more than 70 free courses in arts, sport and life skills at top local venues, as Camden Summer University returns. Course bookings go live from Monday 18 June. Courses run from 26 July to 24 August,
You can enrol if you’re aged 13 to 19 and either live in Camden, go to a local state school or attend a council-run youth centre.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
NOTE: Closing Date for both jobs extended to 28th June.
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Castlehaven Community Centre seeks Marketing & Social Media Co-ordinator

Key responsibilities include:
Support Operations Manager to deliver public communication for all charitable projects, community initiatives & social enterprises. In particular:
– Manage the marketing requirements of Community Association and maintain all social media platforms related to it.
– Work alongside the Operations Manager to create and implement offline and online creative strategies.
– Co-ordinate the marketing of internal and external Community Associations activities, events and projects.
– Create photographic and video content plus an ability to edit.
Full details here.

External Auditors Required The Caraf Centre

The Caraf Centre is a small educational charity with a turnover of less than £300,000 working with BAME & disadvantaged communities in Camden.
We are currently seeking an independent auditor with previous experience of working within the charity sector.
Please register your interest with the Board of Trustees or for further information please contact Akhita Benjamin on 020 7 284 0030 or akhita.benjamin@thecarafcentre.org.uk

Leighton College Course Leader at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Hours: 28 hours per week Term time only
Salary: £29,424–£31,141 (term time only, pro-rata salary £20,132 – £21,307)
Responsible to: Education Manager
Closing Date: Monday 25th June 2018, 5pm
To apply and for a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Become a volunteer mentor with The Kids Network

The Kids Network is looking for committed, fun and passionate volunteers to make a difference to a little Londoner.
Our structured mentoring programme is supporting 8-11 year olds at weekends with their social emotional development before they transition into secondary school. As a mentor, you will hold weekly sessions of 2-3 hours with a child. You will be building confidence, supporting resilience and helping your matched child to manage feelings through a series of fun and positive experiences and activities. What we need from you:
~ A minimum of 10 consecutive weekends from July 2018
~ Be available to volunteer once a weekend for up to a year
~ Attend our training day on 7th July 2018 (a Saturday)
Contact Carole on 07378311397 or email: c.muriithi@thekidsnetwork.org.uk

Clean Break seeks Trustees – Finance Committee Chair and Theatre Practitioner

Clean Break theatre company is looking for two women to join its Board of Trustees: one with the senior professional experience to chair its Finance Committee; the other a theatre practitioner with experience as a writer, director or actor. We particularly welcome applications from Black and Asian women.
If you share our interest in and commitment to social justice, women’s voices being heard, and theatre we’d be delighted to hear from you. In line with our policy and practice, the positions are open to women only.
To Apply: Clean Break’s website and download a Trustee Recruitment Pack.
Deadline: 17:00 Monday 25 June 2018 Interviews: Monday 16 July 2018
Clean break is also recruiting a new Executive Director

Citizens Advice Camden is seeking a Treasurer

This is an exciting opportunity for a treasurer to join our experienced and committed board of trustees. You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with some experience in the charity sector. You will have held the role of finance director in an organisation with a turnover in excess of £1 million. You will have experience in delivering change and developing new business models.
To apply please send a letter of application  along with your CV to lisa.yates@camdencabservice.org.uk.
Closing date 25 June. Interviews week commencing 9 July.  Full details here. 

Homestart Camden seeks Family Support Volunteer

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 26th June to 19th July 2018 Every Tuesday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

Meeting Room Available

Garden Cabin meeting room hire at the Calthorpe project. Wifi, whiteboard and projector available. Seats 20 , boardroom style. £12.00 an hour for registered charities. Cafe on site. Close to Kings Cross. Please contact shirley@calthorpeproject.org.uk. Tel: 0207 837 8019 calthorpeproject.org.uk

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

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

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Mayor of Camden’s Community Get Together

Sunday, 24th June 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Brunswick Square Gardens.
Light refreshments available. Nearest tube Russell Square
For more details contact: mayor@camden.gov.uk Tel: 0207 974 1989
We take inspiration from Jo Cox’s words;
“We have more in common than that which divides us.”

Camden Community Festivals

For a full list of Community Festivals happening in Camden this year, visit the Camden Community Festivals page on the VAC website.

Community Breakfast

Come and join us for breakfast in the beautiful Skip Garden, only a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross.
We’ll be having food, chatting about life in Camden, and asking you for your thoughts about a new project we’re developing where local Camden people help their friends and neighbours.
All free, all welcome (but only 30 breakfast places available so book early!). Community organisations welcome to book multiple places. Let us know if you have any special diet when you book so we can make sure we have the right food and drink for you.
Come and shape how we think – and have a lovely breakfast at the same time.

Camden Mela

Promoting Community Cohesion and Celebrating Diversity with music, stalls, funfair, dance and instruments
Sunday 15th July Coram’s Fields 93 Guilford Street WC1N
Mela 12-6.00pm. Parade from 2.30-3.00pm
To participate in the parade on the day please meet by the stage in Coram’s Fields at 2:00pm.
For further information and stall bookings please contact:
Nasim Ali Tel: 07852 223403 or  Email: Nasim.ali@kcbna.org.uk

Speaking Out

A celebration of HIV Pride Thursday 21st June 6.00 – 8.00
How do you tell people about your status? How do you tell partners, friends, family or employers  How do other people deal with disclosure?
Come and meet people who have decided to “go public” telling their story on TV, telling their children, announcing it on social media or at the United Nations.
Featuring an exclusive preview of a documentary about speaking out – starring Bloomsbury Patients!
To book: 020 3317 5177 bloomsburynetwork.co.uk  Mortimer Market Centre

Healthy Minds Activities – Try something new this summer

Photography with iPads – 18th and 25th June
Try out photography techniques with a professional photographer and learn to take great photos on iPads and smartphones.
Zumba – 2nd and 9th July
Have fun and keep fit at the same time. Zumba is a fusion of Latin American dances and simple aerobic and fitness steps.
Paper Jewellery – 16th and 23rd July
Learn to make beautiful paper necklaces and bracelets with this fun technique that uses decorative papers and beads. Sessions run from 10:00 – 11:00am.
Photography/Zumba – St Pancras & Somers Town Living Ctr, 2 Ossulston St
Paper Jewellery –  Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street, London, NW1
For more details contact Mandira 0207 284 6573 or Erica 0207269 6035
Further events on the VAC events calendar.

Camden Summer University – bookings open 18 June

Young people can choose from more than 70 free courses in arts, sport and life skills at top local venues, as Camden Summer University returns. Course bookings go live from Monday 18 June. Courses run from 26 July to 24 August,
You can enrol if you’re aged 13 to 19 and either live in Camden, go to a local state school or attend a council-run youth centre.

Volunteer Centre Camden News

Catch up with all things volunteering with the VCC newsletter

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.

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
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving via website. We will make paper application forms available upon request.
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.

Near Neighbours Small Grants

The 5th Round of Near Neighbours funding is open to community organisations in Camden.  The fund will be opeing shortly.  Find out more at the website.

Comic Relief’s Tackling Violence against Women and Girls

Comic Relief’s Tackling Violence against Women and Girls initiative is worth £4 million and has grants available for organisations that are working to end violence and abuse experienced by women and girls across the UK. Provided by Comic Relief, and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the UK’s Devolved Administrations. The Government funds have been raised through the Tampon Tax. Closes 2nd July.

Combatting Youth Homelessness

The Berkeley Foundation has launched a new fund Combatting Youth Homelessness. The fund is worth £250,000 and is aimed to support young people aged 18-30 who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Greater London, Birmingham and the South of England. Closes 30th June.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  The last public meetings on the tender is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

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.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Two New Courses from West Euston Partnership

Mighty Oaks Confidence Building Course
Fridays 29th June, 6th July, 13th July and Wed 18th July 10am – 12.30pm
at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
Our qualified coach will help you gain a more positive mindset and take action to achieve your goals. Feedback on our previous courses has been excellent.
For more information, you can also watch this short video: https://vimeo.com/273402040

Camden Carers’ Voice

Thursday 21 June 2018 10.30am – 12.30pm
Carers Service, Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1 8HF
Refreshments from 10am. Light lunch from 12.30pm
Practical help for carers and those they care for in Planning for the Future
~ Osbornes solicitors – Wills & Trusts, Power of Attorney
~ Isky Gordon – My Living Will
~ Toby Scott – Hospice UK
For information contact, Philippa 020 7697 1336 philippar@centre404.org.uk

Different Pasts, Shared Future: We are both similar and different, but we will thrive together

21st June 2018 6.30 – 9.30pm at the Tavistock Centre Lecture Theatre, 120 Belsize Lane, London NW3 5BA
University of Essex, The Tavistock Clinic, UNHCR and the Refugee Council invite you to a special event to mark Refugee Week 2018:
There will be a special performance of Asylum Monologues; “Asylum Monologues is a first-hand account of the UK’s asylum system in the words of people who have experienced it performed by Actors for Human Rights”.
Light refreshments. Entrance is free and open to all. Register at Eventbrite

Centre 404 AGM and Summer Party

12th July 5pm
Drinks, refreshments, creche
RSVP to general@centre404.org.uk or tel: 020 7607 8762

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
NOTE: Closing Date for both jobs extended to 28th June.
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

External Auditors Required The Caraf Centre

The Caraf Centre is a small educational charity with a turnover of less than £300,000 working with BAME & disadvantaged communities in Camden.
We are currently seeking an independent auditor with previous experience of working within the charity sector.
Please register your interest with the Board of Trustees or for further information please contact Akhita Benjamin on 020 7 284 0030 or akhita.benjamin@thecarafcentre.org.uk

Become a volunteer mentor with The Kids Network

The Kids Network is looking for committed, fun and passionate volunteers to make a difference to a little Londoner.
Our structured mentoring programme is supporting 8-11 year olds at weekends with their social emotional development before they transition into secondary school. As a mentor, you will hold weekly sessions of 2-3 hours with a child. You will be building confidence, supporting resilience and helping your matched child to manage feelings through a series of fun and positive experiences and activities. What we need from you:
~ A minimum of 10 consecutive weekends from July 2018
~ Be available to volunteer once a weekend for up to a year
~ Attend our training day on 7th July 2018 (a Saturday)
TContact Carole on 07378311397 or email: c.muriithi@thekidsnetwork.org.uk

Clean Break seeks Trustees – Finance Committee Chair and Theatre Practitioner

Clean Break theatre company is looking for two women to join its Board of Trustees: one with the senior professional experience to chair its Finance Committee; the other a theatre practitioner with experience as a writer, director or actor. We particularly welcome applications from Black and Asian women.
If you share our interest in and commitment to social justice, women’s voices being heard, and theatre we’d be delighted to hear from you. In line with our policy and practice, the positions are open to women only.
To Apply: Clean Break’s website and download a Trustee Recruitment Pack.
Deadline: 17:00 Monday 25 June 2018 Interviews: Monday 16 July 2018
Clean break is also recruiting a new Executive Director

Citizens Advice Camden is seeking a Treasurer

This is an exciting opportunity for a treasurer to join our experienced and committed board of trustees. You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with some experience in the charity sector. You will have held the role of finance director in an organisation with a turnover in excess of £1 million. You will have experience in delivering change and developing new business models.
To apply please send a letter of application  along with your CV to lisa.yates@camdencabservice.org.uk.
Closing date 25 June. Interviews week commencing 9 July.  Full details here. 

Homestart Camden seeks Family Support Volunteer

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 26th June to 19th July 2018 Every Tuesday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Leighton College Course Leader at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Hours: 28 hours per week Term time only
Salary: £29,424–£31,141 (term time only, pro-rata salary £20,132 – £21,307)
Responsible to: Education Manager
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th June 2018, 5pm
To apply and for a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

Hopscotch Asian Women’s Centre is recruiting for a Care Coordinator for the Homecare team.

Care Coordinator 35hrs per week Permanent £23,122 Incl. ILW
Closing date: Tuesday 19th June 2018 at 12 noon
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sophie Mangara, Registered Homecare Manager on 020 7380 1019.
For all other details and an application pack, please contact Ruksana Begum, HR Administrator:
Tel: 020 7388 8198  E-mail: recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk Web: www.hopscotchawc.org.uk

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

Meeting Room Available

Garden Cabin meeting room hire at the Calthorpe project. Wifi, whiteboard and projector available. Seats 20 , boardroom style. £12.00 an hour for registered charities. Cafe on site. Close to Kings Cross. Please contact shirley@calthorpeproject.org.uk. Tel: 0207 837 8019 calthorpeproject.org.uk

Vote for West Euston Partnership

WEP is on the shortlist for Sainsbury’s local charity of the year.  Vote online and in store from 11 June to 24 June.

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

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

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Resistance at Torriano

A  9-day residency by The Resistance Crew at Torriano. We’ll be showing our latest selection of artefacts from the last 30 years of UK protest.
Join us at the Exhibition Preview at 7.30pm on Friday 8 June for music, drink and a chat about future plans.
If you’ve got any archive material from past campaigns, come to the ‘How to Archive’ session on Sunday 10 June 2-6 to learn how to put your precious stuff online in a permanent and accessible way (bring a laptop if possible, though this is not necessary).
Or bring in some archive photos, documents, or video at any of these times:
12 – 16 June 2 – 5.30pm
For further archiving details: historyofresistance@gmail.com
Opening times for the exhibit and frull programme:
Friday 8  – Sunday 17 June 2-10pm
Monday 11 June 7.30pm RiseUp Workshop
Tues 12 June 6.30pm Occupy films and chat
Thurs 14 June 7.30pm Resistance Stories
Fri 15 June 7.30pm Music and social
Sat 16 June 6-10pm Film Night

Camden Patient & Public Engagement Group Meeting

The next CPPEG public meeting  will be held on Tuesday 12 June (14:00 – 16:00)  at St Pancras Hospital in the conference room.
1: Presentation: Patient Experience at UCLH
Presenter: Lisa Anderton, Head of Patient Experience, University College London Hospitals NHs Foundation Trust
2: Presentation: NHS Birthday Celebrations (70th)
Presenter: Kathy Elliott, Vice Chair, Camden Clinical Commissioning Group
3: Presentation: Increasing the utilisation of Patient Online (POL) & the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)
Presenter: Beth Nelson, Data Quality Facilitator, Camden Clinical Commissioning Group
PPG newsletter shares all the latest news and opportunities for patients and the public. Please email camccg.communications@nhs.net to subscribe.

Pro Touch Invitational and Community Festival 2018

Market Road Football Pitches N7.
Sunday 10th June 10th June 2018. 12 – 6pm
DJs, Face painting, multi sports activities, raffle, refreshments, football tournaments and more. info@protouchsa.co.uk

London Faith & Belief Community Awards 2018 now open

If you know an organisation or project that deserves recognition for their work, this is your opportunity to nominate them.
We are especially interested in work that focuses on:
– Youth
– Interfaith relations
– Peace and reconciliation
– Promoting inclusion
– Faith and creative arts
– Improving access to services
– Health and wellbeing
To nominate a project, please go to our website and complete the short nomination form.
Self-nominations for all categories are welcome and all entries of the correct length will be considered. The information you submit may be used for PR purposes and we may contact you for more information.
Nominations close on: 16th July 2018

Centre 404 AGM and Summer Party

12th July 5pm
Drinks, refreshments, creche
RSVP to general@centre404.org.uk or tel: 020 7607 8762

Volunteer Centre Camden News

Catch up with all things volunteering with the VCC newsletter

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.

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
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving via website. We will make paper application forms available upon request.
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.

Near Neighbours Small Grants

The 5th Round of Near Neighbours funding is open to community organisations in Camden.  The fund will be opeing shortly.  Find out more at the website.

Young Londoners Fund Open for Application

The Young Londoners Fund aims to:
• Provide aspirational and positive activities to help support young people to make positive choices and reach their potential.
• stop them getting involved in violence and criminal activity.
• Improve coordination and capacity of London’s youth offer
Small grants of £10,000 to £30,000; Medium grants of £30,000 to £50,000; Large grants of £50,000 to £500,000
In addition, there is a budget for a small number of development grants of up to £5,000 for organisations who need further help to develop their project proposal and get their application ready to re-apply to the fund in 2019.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 9 July 2018.  Details here.

Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund

The Home Office has launched a second round of the Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund with £1 million available for projects taking place in 2018/19.
The fund has been set up to support community projects which reduce knife crime and have a positive impact on young people at risk of carrying a knife and committing crime.
Voluntary and community sector group can apply now for grants of up to £30,000. More details here.  The deadline for applications is 15 June 2018.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  The last public meetings on the tender is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

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.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Two New Courses from West Euston Partnership

Mighty Oaks Confidence Building Course
Fridays 29th June, 6th July, 13th July and Wed 18th July 10am – 12.30pm
at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
Our qualified coach will help you gain a more positive mindset and take action to achieve your goals. Feedback on our previous courses has been excellent.
For more information, you can also watch this short video: https://vimeo.com/273402040
Interview Skills Course
Monday 18th June – Monday 16th July (5 sessions) 10.30am – 12.30pm
at H-pod, Cumberland Market (next to Regents Park Practice), London NW1 3RH
During this course, you will learn new techniques, take part in mock interviews, role playing games and confidence building exercises.
To take part, you must be: unemployed or working less than 16 hours a week and able to attend ALL five sessions
For more info and to book a place on either course, contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or email david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Camden Giving Events

Grant Drop-In Evening Session
Tuesday, 12 June, 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
The Living Centre
Thinking of applying to Camden Giving for support? Come and talk to us about your plans to receive advice on your application.
No need to book, just turn up.

Free Level 2 Facility Services Training

Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd June, 10AM – 4PM
Location: Hpod (Cumberland Market, London NW1 3RH – next door to Regents Park Practice)
This course provides an understanding of the services needed to run and manage buildings and business premises.
Successful completion of the course will lead to a Level 2 Certificate in Facilities Service Principles.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or at david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Manor Gardens Summer Wellbeing Festival 30th June

Celebrating the wellbeing of our vibrant and diverse local community is at the heart of Manor Gardens Welfare Trust’s Summer Wellbeing Festival on Saturday 30th June between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
For enquiries please call Felicity Ford on 020 7561 5287 or email felicity@manorgardenscentre.org.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
Closing Date for both jobs: 8/6/2018 12:00 MIDNIGHT
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Citizens Advice Camden is seeking a Treasurer

This is an exciting opportunity for a treasurer to join our experienced and committed board of trustees. You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with some experience in the charity sector. You will have held the role of finance director in an organisation with a turnover in excess of £1 million. You will have experience in delivering change and developing new business models.
To apply please send a letter of application (no more than two sides of A4) showing how you meet the brief, in particular the skills and experience sought, along with your CV to lisa.yates@camdencabservice.org.uk. Please list any Directorships or Trusteeships that you currently hold.
The closing date for applications is 25th June 2018. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 9th July 2018.  Full details here. 

Homestart Camden seeks Family Support Volunteer

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 26th June to 19th July 2018 Every Tuesday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or www.homestartcamden.org.uk

Leighton College Course Leader at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Hours: 28 hours per week Term time only
Salary: NJC spinal column points 29 – 31 (£29,424 – £31, 141 incl. Inner London Weighting pro rata)
Responsible to: Education Manager
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th June 2018, 5pm
To apply and for a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting for a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

Hopscotch Asian Women’s Centre is recruiting for a Care Coordinator for the Homecare team.

Care Coordinator 35hrs per week Permanent £23,122 Incl. ILW
Closing date: Tuesday 19th June 2018 at 12 noon
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sophie Mangara, Registered Homecare Manager on 020 7380 1019.
For all other details and an application pack, please contact Ruksana Begum, HR Administrator:
Tel: 020 7388 8198  E-mail: recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk Web: www.hopscotchawc.org.uk

Hillside Club House vacancies

Two vacancies for IPS employment caseworkers at Hillside Clubhouse on our exciting Camden Work and Wellbeing Individual Placement and Support employment service.
Details of the jobs are at: https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6731891/ips-employment-caseworker/
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies in the first instance on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date – 11 June.

Bookkeeper needed at HCCT

HCCT are looking for an experienced and flexible bookkeeper to work with us 1-2 days a week at our office in NW6.
Applicants must have experience using Sage 50 Accounts to:
-Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
-Maintain cash book, petty cash and monthly bank rec
-Bring the books to the trial balance stage
-Closing year in Sage and supporting independent examiner to produce statutory accounts
There will also be some management accounts / forecasting responsibility as part of the role so strong Excel skills are also desirable.
We are open to flexible working arrangement and a good hourly £ rate for the right person.
Interested applicant should send a short CV and letter outlining their relevant experience to Jonathan Bowles jonathan.bowles@hcct.org.uk

Camden Community Connectors (1 post)

21 hours pw over 4 days £29,424 to £31,141 pro rata +  6% pension
Age UK Camden is a lively and innovative charity providing a wide range of services and support to older people in the London borough of Camden.
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated 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 further details and an application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Monday 4th June – 9 am. Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Camden Giving seeks Cross-sector Partnerships manager

Full-time, £30,000 pa, permanent contract
We are recruiting for a Cross-Sector Partnerships Manager to join Camden Giving at an exciting time for us as a start-up charity.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment and passion for local giving and volunteering. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of working in the for-profit sector either in sales, CSR, HR, marketing or technology.
Email a cover letter explaining your relevant skills and experience and a CV to admin@camdengiving.org.uk by the midnight on the 13th June 2018.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on the 2nd and 3rd of July.

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

Our mailing address is:
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Volunteers’ Week Events

Volunteers’ Week, 1st-7th June, is the perfect time to thank your volunteers.
Volunteer Centre Camden are running three events and social media during Volunteers’ Week. VCC will be:
~ Kicking off Volunteers’ week with a social media campaign to celebrate volunteering in Camden and beyond.
~ Co-hosting a Volunteering Fair with Volunteer Centre Islington on Thursday 14th June, 12-2pm in Camden Town.
~ Hosting a Volunteer Managers’ Forum on Tuesday 19th June, 10am-1pm in Camden Town. This is for volunteer managers from everywhere to get together to discuss all things volunteer management.
~ Delivering a Volunteer Management Workshop. This time VCC will be looking at ‘FutureProofing: Reshaping Volunteer Involvement’, 10am-1pm at The Angel in Islington.

Deaf Question Time about the New Centre for Independent Living

We need your support and voice for our new Centre for Independent Living.
Wednesday 4th July, 7 – 9pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. All Camden deaf residents welcome.
No need to book – just turn up.

Glass Half Full

‘Glass Half Full’ is an alcohol harm reduction campaign for Camden and Islington, which will run throughout June 2018. It’s about making positive, small changes to drinking that can have a beneficial, life-changing impact. It is targeted at increasing and higher risk drinkers who are 45 and older, and we have worked with residents and used their own words in the campaign.
Contact: Angelina Taylor, Public Health Strategist, Camden and Islington Public Health (Email: Angelina.Taylor@islington.gov.uk / Tel: 0207 527 1324)

Become a Change Maker free training with North Camden Zone

North Camden Zone is going to be delivering a free one day training course to the voluntary and community sector organisations and individuals working with children, young people or families, called Become a Change Maker (Level 1). The training will focus on systems thinking and how to achieve systems change and will give you a better understanding on how that can help you understand change and support grassroots action to make North Camden a great place to grow up.
Attending this Level 1 training will also mean that your organisation is eligible for Level 2 of the North Camden Zone Change Maker Learning Programme. This includes 5 days free consultancy paid for by Lankelly Chase Foundation.
Wednesday, 27th of June, 9:30am to 4pm at Camden Town Hall, Training and Development Centre (2nd floor) Judd Street, London WC1H 9JE. Please book your place here.
If you have any questions please contact madalina@northcamdenzone.org.

Camden’s Community Get Together

Come along to Camden’s Community Get Together on Sunday 24th June. The event marks the start of the Mayoral year and celebrates culture and diversity across the borough.
Sunday 24th June 2018 3pm-5pm at Brunswick Square Gardens
Stalls available for groups to showcase their work. Please contact Caroline.Bartram@camden.gov.uk

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

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.

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
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving via website. We will make paper application forms available upon request.
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.

Near Neighbours Small Grants

The 5th Round of Near Neighbours funding is open to community organisations in Camden.  The fund will be opeing shortly.  Find out more at the website.

Young Londoners Fund Open for Application

The Young Londoners Fund aims to:
• Provide aspirational and positive activities to help support young people to make positive choices and reach their potential.
• stop them getting involved in violence and criminal activity.
• Improve coordination and capacity of London’s youth offer
£30 million is being made available and will be divided between two funding rounds with: Small grants of £10,000 to £30,000; Medium grants of £30,000 to £50,000; Large grants of £50,000 to £500,000
In addition, there is a budget for a small number of development grants of up to £5,000 for organisations who need further help to develop their project proposal and get their application ready to re-apply to the fund in 2019.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 9 July 2018.  Details here.

Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund

The Home Office has launched a second round of the Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund with £1 million available for projects taking place in 2018/19.
The fund has been set up to support community projects which reduce knife crime and have a positive impact on young people at risk of carrying a knife and committing crime.
Voluntary and community sector group can apply now for grants of up to £30,000. Applications for greater funding will be considered for projects with collaboration between partners. More details here.
The deadline for applications is 15 June 2018.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  The last public meetings on the tender is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

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.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Healthwatch Camden ‘Community Forum’

Healthwatch Camden will be hosting our annual ‘Community Forum’, followed by our regular Board Meeting, on Tuesday 26th June 2018.
• 4.30pm – 5.45pm Community Forum
• 6.00pm – 8.00pm Board Meeting
At The St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre 2 Ossulston St, NW1 1DF
RSVP:info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk or Tel: 020 7383 2402
Please confirm any dietary & access requirements, by 12th June 2018

The end of the voluntary sector’s infrastructure? Are intermediary bodies doomed? Does it matter?

Voluntary Action History Society study day.
Saturday, 16th June 10 AM to 5 PM at Institute of Historical Research, Senate House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU
Registration fee: £35 for members of VAHS and £40 for non-members
Register via Eventbright

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

ESOL courses cater for adults (19+) who would like to improve their English speaking, listening, reading and writing, and/or gain qualifications to prove their level of proficiency in the language.
The Camden ESOL Advice Service runs free advice and assessment sessions at community venues across the borough for adults who want to join ESOL classes. Regular advice sessions are held at QCCA NW5, Training Link NW1, Shell 2 Centre NW8.
The service can also offer free, bespoke advice sessions at centres where there is an existing group (6 or more) of learners.  The option of hosting your own ESOL class may be available, subject to funding and demand. You can find out more by emailing esol@camden.gov.uk
Contact Zainab Asad if you have any questions Zainab.Asad@camden.gov.uk

Camden Giving Events

ESOL: Grant Advice Session
Thursday, 7 June, 11:30 AM 1:00 PM at H-Pod
Camden Giving are running 121 advice sessions for leaders of local voluntary/community groups in Camden who require English Language support to help with writing their applications to The Camden Fund.
For more information and to book an appointment, click here.
Grant Drop-In Evening Session
Tuesday, 12 June, 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
The Living Centre
Thinking of applying to Camden Giving for support? Come and talk to us about your plans to receive advice on your application.
No need to book, just turn up.

Free Level 2 Facility Services Training

Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd June, 10AM – 4PM
Location: Hpod (Cumberland Market, London NW1 3RH – next door to Regents Park Practice)
This course provides an understanding of the services needed to run and manage buildings and business premises.
It covers subjects including: Health & Safety Regulations and Use of Protective Equipment, Environmental Issues and Working With Customers
Successful completion of the course will lead to a Level 2 Certificate in Facilities Service Principles.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or at david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Manor Gardens Summer Wellbeing Festival 30th June

Celebrating the wellbeing of our vibrant and diverse local community is at the heart of Manor Gardens Welfare Trust’s Summer Wellbeing Festival on Saturday 30th June between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
For enquiries please call Felicity Ford on 020 7561 5287 or email felicity@manorgardenscentre.org.

Courses for People with Learning Difficulties

City Lit Summer School  prospectus of classes running in July. Click here.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
Closing Date for both jobs: 8/6/2018 12:00 MIDNIGHT
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Leighton College Course Leader at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Hours: 28 hours per week Term time only
Salary: NJC spinal column points 29 – 31 (£29,424 – £31, 141 incl. Inner London Weighting pro rata)
Responsible to: Education Manager
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th June 2018, 5pm
To apply and for a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting for a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

Hopscotch Asian Women’s Centre is recruiting for a Care Coordinator for the Homecare team.

Care Coordinator 35hrs per week Permanent £23,122 Incl. ILW
Closing date: Tuesday 19th June 2018 at 12 noon
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sophie Mangara, Registered Homecare Manager on 020 7380 1019.
For all other details and an application pack, please contact Ruksana Begum, HR Administrator:
Tel: 020 7388 8198  E-mail: recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk Web: www.hopscotchawc.org.uk

Hillside Club House vacancies

Two vacancies for IPS employment caseworkers at Hillside Clubhouse on our exciting Camden Work and Wellbeing Individual Placement and Support employment service.
Details of the jobs are at: https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6731891/ips-employment-caseworker/
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies in the first instance on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date – 11 June.

Bookkeeper needed at HCCT

HCCT are looking for an experienced and flexible bookkeeper to work with us 1-2 days a week at our office in NW6.
Applicants must have experience using Sage 50 Accounts to:
-Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
-Maintain cash book, petty cash and monthly bank rec
-Bring the books to the trial balance stage
-Closing year in Sage and supporting independent examiner to produce statutory accounts
There will also be some management accounts / forecasting responsibility as part of the role so strong Excel skills are also desirable.
We are open to flexible working arrangement and a good hourly £ rate for the right person.
Interested applicant should send a short CV and letter outlining their relevant experience to Jonathan Bowles jonathan.bowles@hcct.org.uk

West Hampstead Womens Centre Female Advocacy/Intervention/Admin Worker

£24,880 pro rata funded until 30/04/2021 21 hours per week
To take responsibility of developing and maintaining our intervention, advocacy and support service and to carry out admin and reception support.
For an application pack contact West Hampstead Women’s Centre by email begona@whwc.org.uk  or  call 020 7328 7389.
This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
This post is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date: Friday 8th June 2018 at 5pm.

Camden Community Connectors (1 post)

21 hours pw over 4 days £29,424 to £31,141 pro rata +  6% pension
Age UK Camden is a lively and innovative charity providing a wide range of services and support to older people in the London borough of Camden.
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated 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 further details and an application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Monday 4th June – 9 am. Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Camden Giving seeks Cross-sector Partnerships manager

Full-time, £30,000 pa, permanent contract
We are recruiting for a Cross-Sector Partnerships Manager to join Camden Giving at an exciting time for us as a start-up charity.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment and passion for local giving and volunteering. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of working in the for-profit sector either in sales, CSR, HR, marketing or technology.
Email a cover letter explaining your relevant skills and experience and a CV to admin@camdengiving.org.uk by the midnight on the 13th June 2018.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on the 2nd and 3rd of July.

Vacancy at Hillside Clubhouse

Work & Wellbeing Individual Placement & Support employment service.
The vacancy is for an IPS Operations Manager (covering secondary care, JCP and TAP) managing a team of six in a range of integrated venues across Camden.
Details of the job are online.
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies  on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date: 4 June.

The Brandon Centre has 3 job vacancies

Receptionist Administrator
Operations Manager
Counselling and Psychotherapy Referrals Co-ordinator (Maternity cover)
See the website for full details: http://brandon-centre.org.uk/info/vacancies/

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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Camden’s Community Get Together

Come along to Camden’s Community Get Together on Sunday 24th June. The event marks the start of the Mayoral year and celebrates culture and diversity across the borough.
Sunday 24th June 2018 3pm-5pm at Brunswick Square Gardens
Stalls available for groups to showcase their work. Please contact Caroline.Bartram@camden.gov.uk

Healthwatch Camden ‘Community Forum’

Healthwatch Camden will be hosting our annual ‘Community Forum’, followed by our regular Board Meeting, on Tuesday 26th June 2018.
• 4.30pm – 5.45pm Community Forum
• 6.00pm – 8.00pm Board Meeting
At The St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre 2 Ossulston St, NW1 1DF
RSVP:info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk or Tel: 020 7383 2402
Please confirm any dietary & access requirements, by 12th June 2018

The ‘Year of Engineering’ rolls into King’s Cross

St Pancras Square between 2-6 July
Showcasing the latest innovations such as Raspberry Pi, 3D printing, robotics, the Internet of Things and thermal imaging, plus virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR).
DesignSpark will be challenging visitors to take on a design challenge with a difference along with promoting the newest platform for Makers.
If your organisation would like to attend one of our free 1hr sessions please send an expression of interest to laura.giddings@rs-components.com

The end of the voluntary sector’s infrastructure? Are intermediary bodies doomed? Does it matter?

Voluntary Action History Society study day.
Saturday, 16th June 10 AM to 5 PM at Institute of Historical Research, Senate House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU
Registration fee: £35 for members of VAHS and £40 for non-members
Register via Eventbright

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

ESOL courses cater for adults (19+) who would like to improve their English speaking, listening, reading and writing, and/or gain qualifications to prove their level of proficiency in the language.
The Camden ESOL Advice Service runs free advice and assessment sessions at community venues across the borough for adults who want to join ESOL classes. Once assessed, the service places potential learners onto the most suitable course in the borough, based on their level and circumstances. Regular advice sessions are held at:
1) Queens Crescent Community Ctr, 45 Ashdown Cres, NW5 Tues, 10-11am
2) Training Link, 54-56 Phoenix Road, NW1, Wed, 10.30-11.30am
3) Shell 2 Centre, Fielding House, Boundary Road, NW8, Thurs, 2-3pm
The service can also offer free, bespoke advice sessions at centres where there is an existing group (6 or more) of learners.  The option of hosting your own ESOL class may be available, subject to funding and demand. You can find out more by emailing esol@camden.gov.uk
Contact Zainab Asad if you have any questions Zainab.Asad@camden.gov.uk

CDA Annual General Meeting

Thursday June 7, 1 – 4 PM
at Charlie Ratchford Resource Centre, Belmont Street NW1 8HF
Music from the Little Venice Band, food and refreshments. Fully accessible.
Phone 020 7284 6556 (Tuesdays – Thursdays) or email abhatt@vac.org.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.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The HS2 Camden Fund exists to support Camden communities during the construction of the high speed railway.
What will the Camden fund support?
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
Projects that improve the physical and/or mental health and wellbeing and overall quality of life for communities. For example, projects that improve air quality, fitness/healthy lifestyles, mental health or greening.
2. A Better Connected Camden
Projects that facilitate new relationships/connections, improve social cohesion and overcome isolation. For example, social clubs, intergenerational activities, projects that celebrate diversity, community arts projects and opportunities for people to come together who don’t usually do so.
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Projects that improve resilience, enhance capacity or develop innovation within voluntary organisations and the community sector to support Aims 1 & 2 for years to come. For example, trialling new income streams, using tech to improve services, collaborative working, or increasing beneficiaries involvement in running your organisation.
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving via our website. We will make paper application forms available upon request.
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.

Near Neighbours Small Grants

The 5th Round of Near Neighbours funding is open to community organisations in Camden.  The fund will be opeing shortly.  Find out more at the website.

Young Londoners Fund Open for Application

The Young Londoners Fund aims to:
• Provide aspirational and positive activities to help support young people to make positive choices and reach their potential.
• Give new options to children and young people most at risk of taking the wrong path and stop them getting involved in violence and criminal activity.
• Improve coordination and capacity of London’s youth offer so more children and young people can access services.
£30 million is being made available and will be divided between two funding rounds with:
• Small grants of £10,000 to £30,000
• Medium grants of £30,000 to £50,000
• Large grants of £50,000 to £500,000
Funding level depends on the type of organisation applying.
In addition, there is a budget for a small number of development grants of up to £5,000 for organisations who need further help to develop their project proposal and get their application ready to re-apply to the fund in 2019.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 9 July 2018.  Details here.

Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund

The Home Office has launched a second round of the Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund with £1 million available for projects taking place in 2018/19.
The fund has been set up to support community projects which reduce knife crime and have a positive impact on young people at risk of carrying a knife and committing crime.
Voluntary and community sector group can apply now for grants of up to £30,000. Applications for greater funding will be considered for projects with collaboration between partners. More details here.
The deadline for applications is 15 June 2018.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  The last public meetings on the tender is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

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.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

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

Maker Research Project

Wednesday, 30 May 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00
What does making mean to you? Do you make?
Do you like meeting new people? Would you like to learn new skills?
Make in Camden is a project led by Central Saint Martins, a leading arts and design college located in Kings Cross, Camden.
Come and meet us and take part in a creative workship to share the type of making activities you would like to see happen in the future. Tea and Cake
Book at Eventbrite or contact Donna Turnbull at dturnbull@vac.org.uk

Camden Giving Events

Grant Drop-In
Friday, 1 June, 11:00 AM 12:30 PM at New Horizon Youth Centre (map)
Thinking of applying to Camden Giving for support? Come and talk to us about your plans to receive advice on your application.
No need to book, just turn up.
ESOL: Grant Advice Session
Thursday, 7 June, 11:30 AM 1:00 PM at H-Pod
Camden Giving are running 121 advice sessions for leaders of local voluntary/community groups in Camden who require English Language support to help with writing their applications to The Camden Fund.
For more information and to book an appointment, click here.
Grant Drop-In Evening Session
Tuesday, 12 June, 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
The Living Centre
Thinking of applying to Camden Giving for support? Come and talk to us about your plans to receive advice on your application.
No need to book, just turn up.

Free Level 2 Facility Services Training

Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd June, 10AM – 4PM
Location: Hpod (Cumberland Market, London NW1 3RH – next door to Regents Park Practice)
This course provides an understanding of the services needed to run and manage buildings and business premises.
It covers subjects including: Health & Safety Regulations and Use of Protective Equipment, Environmental Issues and Working With Customers
This is ideal for people who want to work in Facilities/Building Management, Caretaking, Security or Cleaning and Waste Management. Successful completion of the course will lead to a Level 2 Certificate in Facilities Service Principles.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or at david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Volunteers’ Week Event

Volunteers’ Week, 1st-7th June, is the perfect time to thank your volunteers.
Vollunteer Centre Camden are running three events and social media during Volunteers’ Week. VCC will be:
~ Kicking off Volunteers’ week with a social media campaign to celebrate volunteering in Camden and beyond.
~ Co-hosting a Volunteering Fair with Volunteer Centre Islington on Thursday 14th June, 12-2pm in Camden Town.
~ Hosting a Volunteer Managers’ Forum on Tuesday 19th June, 10am-1pm in Camden Town. This is for volunteer managers from everywhere to get together to discuss all things volunteer management.
~ Delivering a Volunteer Management Workshop. This time VCC will be looking at ‘FutureProofing: Reshaping Volunteer Involvement’, 10am-1pm at The Angel in Islington.

Summer Film Project 2018 – 1A Arts Holborn

Calling 14-18 year olds for our 2018 1A Arts Summer Film Project.
Participants will learn from professional filmmakers and create their own cinematic-quality short film inspired by our partner organisation, Sir John Soane’s Museum.
There is just a short application process to apply for this free opportunity
To register your interest:  email chloe.plumb@holborncommunity.co.uk
Application deadline: Thurs 31st May, 9am
Project dates: Saturdays from 16th June to 21st  July (10-5pm)
Tuesday 3rd July, (4-6pm)
Shoot Week: Mon 30th July – Fri 3rd August (10-5pm)
Edit Week: Mon 6th – Fri 10th August, (10-5pm)

Manor Gardens Summer Wellbeing Festival 30th June

Celebrating the wellbeing of our vibrant and diverse local community is at the heart of Manor Gardens Welfare Trust’s Summer Wellbeing Festival on Saturday 30th June between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
For enquiries please call Felicity Ford on 020 7561 5287 or email felicity@manorgardenscentre.org.

Courses for People with Learning Difficulties

City Lit Summer School  prospectus of classes running in July. Click here.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
Closing Date for both jobs: 8/6/2018 12:00 MIDNIGHT
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting for a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

SHAK seeks Health & Wellbeing Lead

£27,000 p.a.  |  21 hours /wk  |  Location: South Hampstead London
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.
We are currently seeking a part-time Health & Wellbeing Project Lead who will work with local adults and young people in following work areas: 1) Lead an innovative Health and Wellbeing project recruiting, training and supporting residents as volunteer “Health Champions” to deliver positive health messages and engage with residents to design new ways to improve physical and mental wellbeing. 2) Co-design and deliver healthy eating and cookery clubs with volunteer Health Champions 3) Co-design and deliver health and wellbeing activities with volunteer Health Champions. 3) Support and motivate volunteers to identify progression routes to employment and further self-development. 4) Build effective working relationships with community partners and health service providers to facilitate Health and Wellbeing activities at the SHELL Centre, the ARC Youth Club and the surrounding green spaces.
Closing date for the receipt of application is 31st May 2018, with interviews to take place the week beginning the 4th June. Apply online.

Project Consultancy and Research Officer £24-28k ft

(Maternity Cover from September 2018 for up to 11 months; London based)
This exciting role works across two consultancies offering key support to a range of community development projects and initiatives. This includes evaluation and research, training, community participation, stakeholder and community engagement projects. The role is varied and exciting. More can be seen about the range of projects we work on at our websites – http://wsacommunity.co.uk/ and http://communityregen.net/
Closing Date: 30th May 2018 Interview date: 11th June 2018

Hillside Club House vacancies

Two vacancies for IPS employment caseworkers at Hillside Clubhouse on our exciting Camden Work and Wellbeing Individual Placement and Support employment service.
Details of the jobs are at: https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6731891/ips-employment-caseworker/
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies in the first instance on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date – 11 June.

Bookkeeper needed at HCCT

HCCT are looking for an experienced and flexible bookkeeper to work with us 1-2 days a week at our office in NW6.
Applicants must have experience using Sage 50 Accounts to:
-Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
-Maintain cash book, petty cash and monthly bank rec
-Bring the books to the trial balance stage
-Closing year in Sage and supporting independent examiner to produce statutory accounts
There will also be some management accounts / forecasting responsibility as part of the role so strong Excel skills are also desirable.
We are open to flexible working arrangement and a good hourly £ rate for the right person.
Interested applicant should send a short CV and letter outlining their relevant experience to Jonathan Bowles jonathan.bowles@hcct.org.uk

Camden Community Connectors (1 post)

21 hours pw over 4 days £29,424 to £31,141 pro rata +  6% pension
Age UK Camden is a lively and innovative charity providing a wide range of services and support to older people in the London borough of Camden.
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated 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 further details and an application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Monday 4th June – 9 am. Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Camden Giving seeks Cross-sector Partnerships manager

Full-time, £30,000 pa, permanent contract
We are recruiting for a Cross-Sector Partnerships Manager to join Camden Giving at an exciting time for us as a start-up charity. Over the next 24 months we will increase our impact significantly and partnerships and volunteering will be key to this.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment and passion for local giving and volunteering. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of working in the for-profit sector either in sales, CSR, HR, marketing or technology.
Email a cover letter explaining your relevant skills and experience and a CV to admin@camdengiving.org.uk by the midnight on the 13th June 2018.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on the 2nd and 3rd of July.

Vacancy at Hillside Clubhouse

Work & Wellbeing Individual Placement & Support employment service.
The vacancy is for an IPS Operations Manager (covering secondary care, JCP and TAP) managing a team of six in a range of integrated venues across Camden.
Details of the job are online.
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies  on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date: 4 June.

The Brandon Centre has two job vacancies

Receptionist Administrator
Counselling and Psychotherapy Referrals Co-ordinator (Maternity cover)
See the website for full details: http://brandon-centre.org.uk/info/vacancies/

Pan Intercultural Arts Volunteer Board Member

Pan is looking to appoint a new trustee to the Board of Trustees of the charity.
The new trustee will be tasked with advising the board on fundraising activities beyond the areas in which the charity has been regularly successful.
The Trustees would expect this appointment to have considerable knowledge and experience of fundraising from the sources mentioned above, good networks of possible friends and donors to Pan, the ability to manage events which could aid the charity and an interest in the goals of its work. Pan encourages applicants from all backgrounds and would welcome expressions of interest to the following address: j.martin@pan-arts.net

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks Community Development Worker

10 to 14 hours a week. Initial contract from 1 September 2018 to 30 September 2019  with possible extension to 30 September 2021, subject to funding.
KOVE requires a Community Development Worker to help with organising its community projects and activities. KOVE is committed to overcoming social isolation of older people in the Kilburn, West Hampstead, Finchley Road and Swiss Cottage areas and campaigning for better facilities for older people.
For an application pack, please email: peter56nw@outlook.com
Closing date: Tuesday 29 May at 5pm Interviews on Thursday 21 June
For an informal discussion about the post, phone Peter Lush on 07973-845285

GDPR: Latest guidance from ICO

With just 14 days to go to the implementation of GDPR, ICO have issued fresh guidelines on consent.  Importantly they are now saying that organisations won’t need to “automatically repaper or refresh” existing old consents.  You must “check your processes and records in detail to be sure existing consents meet the GDPR standard” buf if they do then it is not necessary to refresh an existing or old consent. ICO are also reminding organisations that there are other lawful basis for holding personal data other than consent.  Consent is relevant for marketing situations but, for example,  if you communicate with members then the lawful basis for holding their data is your contractual relationship with them.
The relevant lawful basis for processing personal data are:
~ consent of data subject
~ necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps to enter into a contract with data subject e.g. employees
~ necessary for compliance with a legal obligation
~ necessary to protect the vital interests of a data subject or another person
Civil Society have covered the story here.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

Google employees volunteering in June

The volunteers are able to support with a variety of tasks, including physical, skills based and technical activities – please see below.
Physical tasks:  Painting, decorating, gardening, renovating and clearing spaces
Skills tasks:  CV workshops, employability skills, supporting young people, career conversations and skills focused to support community
Technical tasks: Review of website, supporting IT security and supporting IT teams
If you are interested, please request an application form Shaika Sheikh (Business in the Community Connector) Shaika.Sheikh@bitcconnect.org .  For more information, please contact Shaika directly on 07929 059517.

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VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

Get Ready for Volunteers’ Week

Volunteers’ Week, 1st-7th June, is the perfect time to thank your volunteers.
Vollunteer Centre Camden are keeping the celebrations alive throughout the month of June with three events and social media during Volunteers’ Week. This year VCC will be:
~ Kicking off Volunteers’ week with a social media campaign to celebrate volunteering in Camden and beyond.
~ Co-hosting a Volunteering Fair with Volunteer Centre Islington on Thursday 14th June, 12-2pm in Camden Town.
~ Hosting a Volunteer Managers’ Forum on Tuesday 19th June, 10am-1pm in Camden Town. This is for volunteer managers from everywhere to get together to discuss all things volunteer management.
~ Delivering a Volunteer Management Workshop. This time VCC will be looking at ‘FutureProofing: Reshaping Volunteer Involvement’, 10am-1pm at The Angel in Islington.

Integrated Communities Green Paper

The paper is the government’s response to the Casey Review and sets out its vision for improving cohesion and has  recommendations for our sector.
Read the full Integrated Communities Green Paper and visit the consultation page for details of how to respond.  The consultation is open until the 5th June.

Summer Film Project 2018 – 1A Arts Holborn

Calling 14-18 year olds for our 2018 1A Arts Summer Film Project.
Participants will learn from professional filmmakers and create their own cinematic-quality short film inspired by our partner organisation, Sir John Soane’s Museum.
There is just a short application process to apply for this free opportunity
To register your interest:  email chloe.plumb@holborncommunity.co.uk
Application deadline: Thurs 31st May, 9am
Project dates: Saturdays from 16th June to 21st  July (10-5pm)
Tuesday 3rd July, (4-6pm)
Shoot Week: Mon 30th July – Fri 3rd August (10-5pm)
Edit Week: Mon 6th – Fri 10th August, (10-5pm)

Manor Gardens Summer Wellbeing Festival 30th June

Celebrating the wellbeing of our vibrant and diverse local community is at the heart of Manor Gardens Welfare Trust’s Summer Wellbeing Festival on Saturday 30th June between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
For enquiries please call Felicity Ford on 020 7561 5287 or email felicity@manorgardenscentre.org.

Camden Patient Participation Group (PPG)

Read the lastest CPPG  newsletter online.

Tesco Bags of Help community funding project

Please cast a vote for CSKX STUDIOS’ Sense&Memory Community Art Project for Kentish Town – an arts project for young and older participants, working in collaboration with a diverse range of artists and groups.

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.

Camden Giving Week

Camden Giving has organised Camden Giving Week from 21 – 27 May.  Find out more and get invovled at Camden Giving website.

Ageing Better in Camden –  Updates on BAME Community Action Project ITT

1. Ageing Better in Camden are pleased to announce an increase in the funds available for the BAME Community Action Project by £2,500pa. These additional funds have been allocated in recognition of the management and monitoring costs involved in delivering this project.
The revised contract sums will be:
Year 1 – £47,402
Year 2 – £47,402
Year 3 (6months) – £23,700
2. The date for clarification meetings to discuss tenders is changed from Friday 15th June to Wednesday 13th June
Any requests for clarification with respect to the contents of this invitation to tender or the process should be emailed to Ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk
Questions or requests for clarification must be submitted before 9am 24th May

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  They are holding two public meetings on the tender.  The first is 24th May at 12 – 1pm.  The second is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Foyle Foundation Small Grants Scheme

The Small Grants Scheme is designed to support smaller charities, especially those working at grass roots and local community level, in any field, across a wide range of activities.  You can apply for one year grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 for core costs, equipment or project funding to charities which can show that such a grant will make a significant difference to their work. Details

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

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.

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

Maker Research Project

Wednesday, 30 May 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00
What does making mean to you? Do you make?
Do you like meeting new people? Would you like to learn new skills?
Make in Camden is a project led by Central Saint Martins, a leading arts and design college located in Kings Cross, Camden.
Come and meet us and take part in a creative workship to share the type of making activities you would like to see happen in the future. Tea and Cake
Book at Eventbrite or contact Donna Turnbull at dturnbull@vac.org.uk

Courses for People with Learning Difficulties

City Lit Summer School  prospectus of classes running in July. Click here.

Kentish Town City Farm 60+ Gardening Club

Every Thursday, 2-4pm at Kentish Town City Farm Community Garden – up past the pig and just next to the goats! Drop-in to our friendly gardening club, have a cup of tea and harvest the fruits of your labour. Lucy, our community gardener leads the sessions, so no prior gardening experience required.
Call Jo on 0741 9820 503/ email abc@ktcityfarm.org.uk for more info.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

Employer Engagement Workshop – Women Like Us/Timewise

Tuesday 22nd May at West Euston Partnership (29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA), 10am – 2pm
This is a FREE workshop for Employment Advisers who broker jobs on behalf of their clients. The workshop will equip participants with new skills to help source and create jobs for those who can’t work full-time. It is ideal for Advisers who work with parents, people with disabilities, older people, people with long term health conditions, unpaid carers or those who need to balance work & life.
For more information please contact Kate.White@womenlikeus.org.uk

‘Building A Stronger Britain Together’

(BSBT) Information Event taking place on Thursday 24th May, 10am-11.30am at West Euston Partnership. Come along and find out more about in-kind support available through the BSBT programme. Featuring a talk from the BSBT Home Office team plus Q&A session. More informationand booking here

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
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.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
Closing Date for both jobs: 8/6/2018 12:00 MIDNIGHT
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Camden Community Connectors (1 post)

21 hours pw over 4 days £29,424 to £31,141 pro rata +  6% pension
Age UK Camden is a lively and innovative charity providing a wide range of services and support to older people in the London borough of Camden.
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated 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 further details and an application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Monday 4th June – 9 am. Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Camden Giving seeks Cross-sector Partnerships manager

Full-time, £30,000 pa, permanent contract
We are recruiting for a Cross-Sector Partnerships Manager to join Camden Giving at an exciting time for us as a start-up charity. Over the next 24 months we will increase our impact significantly and partnerships and volunteering will be key to this.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment and passion for local giving and volunteering. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of working in the for-profit sector either in sales, CSR, HR, marketing or technology.
Email a cover letter explaining your relevant skills and experience and a CV to admin@camdengiving.org.uk by the midnight on the 13th June 2018.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on the 2nd and 3rd of July.

Vacancy at Hillside Clubhouse

Work & Wellbeing Individual Placement & Support employment service.
The vacancy is for an IPS Operations Manager (covering secondary care, JCP and TAP) managing a team of six in a range of integrated venues across Camden.
Details of the job are online.
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies  on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date: 4 June.

The Brandon Centre has two job vacancies

Receptionist Administrator
Counselling and Psychotherapy Referrals Co-ordinator (Maternity cover)
See the website for full details: http://brandon-centre.org.uk/info/vacancies/

Kingsgate seeks Under 5’s Coordinator

Kingsgate Community Association, a registered Charity, is currently recruiting an Under 5’s Coordinator to be a part of its OFSTED registered Preschool.
The ideal candidate will manage and support the Early Years Practitioners and KCA Office in all aspects of their duties and will encourage growth and development. As a minimum, they will have 3 years of experience in a childcare setting, a Level 3 qualification in childcare, GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, supervisory experience, computer literate, have knowledge of OFSTED requirements and have the skills needed to provide a stimulating and varied programme of learning opportunities, whilst ensuring the EYFS is being followed.
The safety and well-being of children under their care is top priority, and they will have up to date knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding.
To apply, visit our website:  www.kingsgatecommunitycentre.org.uk

LAWRS seeks Administrator and Finance Officer

Full time (maternity cover) £25,500 per year
The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is looking for an Administrator and Finance Officer. This is a key position for our organisation ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our operations and the administration of one of our European Commission funded programmes.
The successful candidate will have: minimum three years’ experience in an administrative role, knowledge of accounts and bookkeeping or a financial background, outstanding organisational skills, excellent interpersonal skills, knowledge of the issues facing Latin American women in the UK, excellent command of English and Spanish or English and Portuguese both orally and in writing, initiative and a “can do” attitude and a strong commitment to women’s rights and equal opportunities. Fluency in Spanish and English or Portuguese and English is essential.
This post is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
If you are interested in this position, please download and submit your application form, along with your Equal Opportunities monitoring form, and send it by email to Veronica Gutierrez (veronica@lawrs.org.uk).

Pan Intercultural Arts Volunteer Board Member

Pan is looking to appoint a new trustee to the Board of Trustees of the charity.
The new trustee will be tasked with advising the board on fundraising activities beyond the areas in which the charity has been regularly successful.
The Trustees would expect this appointment to have considerable knowledge and experience of fundraising from the sources mentioned above, good networks of possible friends and donors to Pan, the ability to manage events which could aid the charity and an interest in the goals of its work. Pan encourages applicants from all backgrounds and would welcome expressions of interest to the following address: j.martin@pan-arts.net

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

Hub for London is Recruiting

The Hub for London is a new infrastructure support organisation for the region’s civil society.
• Programme Manager – £45,000, full-time
• Intelligence Coordinator – £36,000, full-time
• Networks Partner – £36,000, full-time
• Employment and Skills Policy Lead – £35,000, pro rata 4 days a week
• Hub Coordinator – £28,000, full-time
The closing date for applications will be 5pm on 25 May 2018.
For more information on all the roles on offer and to apply, see webpage.

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks Community Development Worker

10 to 14 hours a week. Initial contract from 1 September 2018 to 30 September 2019  with possible extension to 30 September 2021, subject to funding.
KOVE requires a Community Development Worker to help with organising its community projects and activities. KOVE is committed to overcoming social isolation of older people in the Kilburn, West Hampstead, Finchley Road and Swiss Cottage areas and campaigning for better facilities for older people.
For an application pack, please email: peter56nw@outlook.com
Closing date: Tuesday 29 May at 5pm Interviews on Thursday 21 June
For an informal discussion about the post, phone Peter Lush on 07973-845285

GDPR: Latest guidance from ICO

With just 14 days to go to the implementation of GDPR, ICO have issued fresh guidelines on consent.  Importantly they are now saying that organisations won’t need to “automatically repaper or refresh” existing old consents.  You must “check your processes and records in detail to be sure existing consents meet the GDPR standard” buf if they do then it is not necessary to refresh an existing or old consent. ICO are also reminding organisations that there are other lawful basis for holding personal data other than consent.  Consent is relevant for marketing situations but, for example,  if you communicate with members then the lawful basis for holding their data is your contractual relationship with them.
The relevant lawful basis for processing personal data are:
~ consent of data subject
~ necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps to enter into a contract with data subject e.g. employees
~ necessary for compliance with a legal obligation
~ necessary to protect the vital interests of a data subject or another person
Civil Society have covered the story here.

Google employees volunteering in June

The volunteers are able to support with a variety of tasks, including physical, skills based and technical activities – please see below.
Physical tasks:  Painting, decorating, gardening, renovating and clearing spaces
Skills tasks:  CV workshops, employability skills, supporting young people, career conversations and skills focused to support community
Technical tasks: Review of website, supporting IT security and supporting IT teams
If you are interested, please request an application form Shaika Sheikh (Business in the Community Connector) Shaika.Sheikh@bitcconnect.org .  For more information, please contact Shaika directly on 07929 059517.

Creative Support seeks Office Space

Creative Support is a charitable organisation who promotes the independence, inclusion and wellbeing of people with care and support needs. We are looking for a new office in or around the Islington/Camden area from early 2019. Ideally, we are looking for a space of around 1000 square feet with disabled access, good transport links and parking. If you are aware of anything becoming available please contact Olivia Turley on 0161 238 7665 to discuss or email Olivia.turley@creativesupport.co.uk

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service is the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK to recognise outstanding work done in their own communities. Any group doing volunteer work that provides a social, economic or environmental service to the local community can be nominated for the award. Submit your nomination by 14.09.18 to make sure your nominated group is considered for the 2019 awards. More info here or contact Camden’s Deputy Lieutenant, Sir Ian Johnston carolian.johnston@me.com

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 visit

New Project with BAME Older People

Ageing Better in Camden is commissioning a new Community Action Project specifically targeted for work with isolated older people in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities in Camden. The aim is to help older people from BAME communities to reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.
Ageing Better in Camden invites organisations to tender for our new BAME Community Action project which will run for 2.5 years from October 2018.
The deadline for submitting a tender is Monday 4 June 2018. Details here.

Information, Advice and Signposting Survey

Camden council are currently evaluating the contracts with Advice Partners in Camden, and looking ahead to develop the most appropriate model for advice services moving forward.
‘We are aware that many front facing staff play an important role in supporting residents with provision of information and advice, or by signposting and we are keen to hear about your experiences.
Follow this link to a short survey  – your support with this will be invaluable in shaping service provision for the future.’

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks. Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.

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GDPR – Countdown: Last minute guidance from ICO

With just 14 days to go to the implementation of GDPR, ICO have issued fresh guidelines on consent.  Importantly they are now saying that organisations won’t need to “automatically repaper or refresh” existing old consents.  You must “check your processes and records in detail to be sure existing consents meet the GDPR standard” buf if they do then it is not necessary to refresh an existing or old consent. ICO are also reminding organisations that there are other lawful basis for holding personal data other than consent.  Consent is relevant for marketing situations but, for example,  if you communicate with members then the lawful basis for holding their data is your contractual relationship with them.
The relevant lawful basis for processing personal data are:
~ consent of data subject
~ necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps to enter into a contract with data subject e.g. employees
~ necessary for compliance with a legal obligation
~ necessary to protect the vital interests of a data subject or another person
Civil Society have covered the story here.

Mental Health Awareness Week 14th to 20th May

The focus this year is on stress which is a key factor in the mental health problems we experience in our lives.
‘By tackling stress, we can go a long way to tackle mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, and, in some instances, self-harm and suicide’. Mental Health Foundation
Cultural Advocacy Project (CAP) –  a joint venture between Mind in Camden and Voluntary Action Camden. The CAP works with different BAME communities to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing from a cultural perspective. The CAP works in partnership with community organisations to develop good practice, peer support groups and 1-1 peer support to engage with and support their members and users who have or are experiencing mental health problems.

Maker Research Project

Wednesday, 30 May 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00
What does making mean to you? Do you make?
Do you like meeting new people? Would you like to learn new skills?
Make in Camden is a project led by Central Saint Martins, a leading arts and design college located in Kings Cross, Camden.
We want to know more about your relationship to ‘making’ and how we can help you access the skills, knowledge and equipment you need for your journey into making. We also need your help to identify the exisitng places where people can ‘make’ and start shaping how we might create a new space to make with our neighbours.
Come and meet us and take part in a creative workship to share the type of making activities you would like to see happen in the future. Tea and Cake
Book at Eventbrite or contact Donna Turnbull at dturnbull@vac.org.uk

Camden Family Members Reference Group

A group for all carers of an adult with a learning disability in Camden
Wednesday 16 May 2018 10:30am – 12:30pm followed by a light lunch
Camden Carers Service, Charlie Ratchford, Belmont Street (off Chalk Farm Road) London NW1 8HF
The topic is: Pathways to employment and welfare benefits.
For more details / RSVP please contact: philippar@centre404.org.uk Tel: 020 7697 1336

Courses for People with Learning Difficulties

City Lit Summer School  prospectus of classes running in July. Click here.

Ageing Better in Camden –  Updates on BAME Community Action Project ITT

1. Ageing Better in Camden are pleased to announce an increase in the funds available for the BAME Community Action Project by £2,500pa. These additional funds have been allocated in recognition of the management and monitoring costs involved in delivering this project.
The revised contract sums will be:
Year 1 – £47,402
Year 2 – £47,402
Year 3 (6months) – £23,700
2. The date for clarification meetings to discuss tenders is changed from Friday 15th June to Wednesday 13th June
Any requests for clarification with respect to the contents of this invitation to tender or the process should be emailed to Ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk
Questions or requests for clarification must be submitted before 9am 24th May

Is Camden One of the Best Places to Live?

In a recent survey, Camden was one of three London boroughs named as one of the best places to live in the country. The study looked at areas across England and ranked them on factors such as economic growth, sustainability and happiness. Listen to the discussion on Camden Community Radio.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  They are holding two public meetings on the tender.  The first is 24th May at 12 – 1pm.  The second is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Camden Carers Service are hosting a Death Fair

Wednesday 16th May 2-4pm
There will be stalls from local Funeral Directors and other organisations with information on Death, Dying and End of Life Care.
Call Camden Carers Service on 020 7428 8950 for more information

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.

Camden Giving Week

Camden Giving has organised Camden Giving Week from 21 – 27 May.  Find out more and get invovled at Camden Giving website.

Fund Supporting Summer Play Schemes Opens

Hilden Charitable Fund helps community groups run summer play schemes for the benefit of disadvantaged children aged five to 18 years in the UK.
Grants of between £500 and £1,500 to support local summer play schemes for children aged five to 18 years.
Some priority will be given to projects that show they are inclusive of children from refugee families and show involvement of BME groups.
Applications must be from voluntary agencies with less than £150k income.
The next deadline for applications is 1 June 2018. Find out more here.

Foyle Foundation Small Grants Scheme

The Small Grants Scheme is designed to support smaller charities, especially those working at grass roots and local community level, in any field, across a wide range of activities.  You can apply for one year grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 for core costs, equipment or project funding to charities which can show that such a grant will make a significant difference to their work. Details

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

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.

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

Thyroid Trust Patients Voices event

The theme is tracking and monitoring our health.
19th May, 11am- 2pm
Crown Court Church, Russell Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5EZ*
This meeting is for anyone affected by a thyroid disorder. Friends, family and interested professionals are welcome too. Visit the website for details.

Kentish Town City Farm 60+ Gardening Club

Every Thursday, 2-4pm at Kentish Town City Farm Community Garden – up past the pig and just next to the goats! Drop-in to our friendly gardening club, have a cup of tea and harvest the fruits of your labour. Lucy, our community gardener leads the sessions, so no prior gardening experience required.
Call Jo on 0741 9820 503/ email abc@ktcityfarm.org.uk for more info.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

Employer Engagement Workshop – Women Like Us/Timewise

Tuesday 22nd May at West Euston Partnership (29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA), 10am – 2pm
This is a FREE workshop for Employment Advisers who broker jobs on behalf of their clients. The workshop will equip participants with new skills to help source and create jobs for those who can’t work full-time. It is ideal for Advisers who work with parents, people with disabilities, older people, people with long term health conditions, unpaid carers or those who need to balance work & life.
For more information please contact Kate.White@womenlikeus.org.uk

‘Building A Stronger Britain Together’

(BSBT) Information Event taking place on Thursday 24th May, 10am-11.30am at West Euston Partnership. Come along and find out more about in-kind support available through the BSBT programme. Featuring a talk from the BSBT Home Office team plus Q&A session. More informationand booking here

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Queens Crescent Open Evening

An open event for young peole in Camden with careers advice, music, food.  Friday 4th May, 6 – 8pm at The Dome, Weedington Road. info@qcca.org.uk

Students’ Union UCL seeks Student-Led Projects Coordinator

36.5 hours per week£28,014-£32,830  per annum inclusive
Application deadline: Sunday, 20 May 2018
Students’ Union UCL is recruiting for a Student-Led Projects Coordinator who is responsible for supporting the development and delivery of the Volunteering Service’s successful programme of student-led community volunteering, as well as supporting a caseload of student projects. The successful candidate will provide guidance & supervision for leaders, help develop and deliver training to students, monitor and evaluate and ensure delivery is safe & effective.
For more information and to apply, visit UCL’s vacancies pages

LAWRS seeks Administrator and Finance Officer

Full time (maternity cover) £25,500 per year
The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is looking for an Administrator and Finance Officer. This is a key position for our organisation ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of our operations and the administration of one of our European Commission funded programmes.
The successful candidate will have: minimum three years’ experience in an administrative role, knowledge of accounts and bookkeeping or a financial background, outstanding organisational skills, excellent interpersonal skills, knowledge of the issues facing Latin American women in the UK, excellent command of English and Spanish or English and Portuguese both orally and in writing, initiative and a “can do” attitude and a strong commitment to women’s rights and equal opportunities. Fluency in Spanish and English or Portuguese and English is essential.
This post is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
If you are interested in this position, please download and submit your application form, along with your Equal Opportunities monitoring form, and send it by email to Veronica Gutierrez (veronica@lawrs.org.uk).

Kingsgate seeks Under 5’s Coordinator

Kingsgate Community Association, a registered Charity, is currently recruiting an Under 5’s Coordinator to be a part of its OFSTED registered Preschool.
The ideal candidate will manage and support the Early Years Practitioners and KCA Office in all aspects of their duties and will encourage growth and development. As a minimum, they will have 3 years of experience in a childcare setting, a Level 3 qualification in childcare, GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, supervisory experience, computer literate, have knowledge of OFSTED requirements and have the skills needed to provide a stimulating and varied programme of learning opportunities, whilst ensuring the EYFS is being followed.
The safety and well-being of children under their care is top priority, and they will have up to date knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding.
To apply, visit our website:  www.kingsgatecommunitycentre.org.uk

Pan Intercultural Arts Volunteer Board Member

Pan is looking to appoint a new trustee to the Board of Trustees of the charity.
The new trustee will be tasked with advising the board on fundraising activities beyond the areas in which the charity has been regularly successful.
The Trustees would expect this appointment to have considerable knowledge and experience of fundraising from the sources mentioned above, good networks of possible friends and donors to Pan, the ability to manage events which could aid the charity and an interest in the goals of its work. Pan encourages applicants from all backgrounds and would welcome expressions of interest to the following address: j.martin@pan-arts.net

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

Hub for London is Recruiting

The Hub for London is a new infrastructure support organisation for the region’s civil society.
• Programme Manager – £45,000, full-time
• Intelligence Coordinator – £36,000, full-time
• Networks Partner – £36,000, full-time
• Employment and Skills Policy Lead – £35,000, pro rata 4 days a week
• Hub Coordinator – £28,000, full-time
The closing date for applications will be 5pm on 25 May 2018.
For more information on all the roles on offer and to apply, see webpage.

Deputy Manager wanted at Sunshine Day Nursery

The successful applicant will work with children aged 6 months to 5 years old.
DBS checked. Competitive salary depending on qualification and experience.
For job description and application form go to: http://www.thecarafcentre.co.uk/vacancies
If you would like to know more about this role please contact Indira Vyas or Natalia Leiva Berger on 0207 284 0030 Ext: 203
E: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks Community Development Worker

10 to 14 hours a week. Initial contract from 1 September 2018 to 30 September 2019  with possible extension to 30 September 2021, subject to funding.
KOVE requires a Community Development Worker to help with organising its community projects and activities. KOVE is committed to overcoming social isolation of older people in the Kilburn, West Hampstead, Finchley Road and Swiss Cottage areas and campaigning for better facilities for older people.
For an application pack, please email: peter56nw@outlook.com
Closing date: Tuesday 29 May at 5pm Interviews on Thursday 21 June
For an informal discussion about the post, phone Peter Lush on 07973-845285

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks. Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.

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 visit

New Project with BAME Older People

Ageing Better in Camden is commissioning a new Community Action Project specifically targeted for work with isolated older people in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities in Camden. The aim is to help older people from BAME communities to reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.
Ageing Better in Camden invites organisations to tender for our new BAME Community Action project which will run for 2.5 years from October 2018.
The deadline for submitting a tender is Monday 4 June 2018. Details here.

Information, Advice and Signposting Survey

Camden council are currently evaluating the contracts with Advice Partners in Camden, and looking ahead to develop the most appropriate model for advice services moving forward.
‘We are aware that many front facing staff play an important role in supporting residents with provision of information and advice, or by signposting and we are keen to hear about your experiences.
Follow this link to a short survey  – your support with this will be invaluable in shaping service provision for the future.’

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

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May Day at Kentish Town City Farm

Sunday 6th May Noon – 4pm, 1 Cressfield Close
Loads of games, face painting, maypole rounds and animals
Find out more here.  Volunteers wanted too.

Information, Advice and Signposting Survey

Camden council are currently evaluating the contracts with Advice Partners in Camden, and looking ahead to develop the most appropriate model for advice services moving forward.
‘We are aware that many front facing staff play an important role in supporting residents with provision of information and advice, or by signposting and we are keen to hear about your experiences.
Please follow this link to a short survey which should take less than 5 minutes to complete – your support with this will be invaluable in shaping service provision for the future.
We would love to hear from as many staff as possible who have direct contact with residents.’

Camden Giving Week

Camden Giving has organised Camden Giving Week from 21 – 27 May.  Find out more and get invovled at Camden Giving website.

Fatima’s Story

Listen to Fatima tell her story to Brendan and find out more about the Learning Disability project in Camden.

Welcome Pack for New Trustees

The Charity Commission has produced a trustee welcome pack divided into 7 areas.  Ideal for your new trustees as part of their induction.
1. Get to know your charity
2. Expect to do these things soon
3. Get to know your 6 main trustee duties
4. What you need to send us
5. How we can help you
6. If things go wrong
7. Contact book

Kentish Town City Farm 60+ Gardening Club

Every Thursday, 2-4pm at Kentish Town City Farm Community Garden – up past the pig and just next to the goats! Drop-in to our friendly gardening club, have a cup of tea and harvest the fruits of your labour. Lucy, our community gardener leads the sessions, so no prior gardening experience required.
Call Jo on 0741 9820 503/ email abc@ktcityfarm.org.uk for more info.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided
• Speak to experts about any concerns you may have
• Discover what support is available to you
• Create a sensory collage with a local artist
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

Bloomsbury Football Academy

Is  offering free football sessions regardless of ability or financial background. Children will be able to play in a fun and safe environment where they are able to make new friends and enjoy all new experiences. We also offer the opportunity to play for one of our teams in the Camden Youth League for anyone wanting a bigger challenge and an opportunity to be part of the team. We are also reaching out to create a Girls football team and encourage all girls who are keen to play to get in touch.
Contact: charlie@bloomsburyfa.com Website: https://bloomsburyfa.com

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.

Camden Giving’s KX Fund  – Closing Monday

Projects should mitigate against the Kings Cross developments
Projects must primarily benefit communities around the Kings Cross development. Priority will be given to applications benefiting communities in Kings Cross, Somers Town and St Pancras.
We provide 121 advice about applications call us on 07717595605, attend our drop-in events or email grants@camdengiving.org.uk.

Youth Music Programme

Youth Music promotes musical opportunities for children and young people, up to the age of 25, living in challenging circumstances.
~ Grants of £2,000 to £30,000 for six to 24-month-projects that will help to achieve the Foundation’s vision for a musically inclusive England.
~ Grants of £30,001 to £100,000 for 18- to 36-month-projects or grants of £100,001 to £150,000 for 24- to 36-month-projects that expand and embed musically inclusive practice within and beyond the applicant’s organisation.

Fund Supporting Summer Play Schemes Opens

Hilden Charitable Fund helps community groups run summer play schemes for the benefit of disadvantaged children aged five to 18 years in the UK.
Grants of between £500 and £1,500 to support local summer play schemes for children aged five to 18 years.
Some priority will be given to projects that show they are inclusive of children from refugee families and show involvement of BME groups.
Applications must be from voluntary agencies with less than £150k income.
The next deadline for applications is 1 June 2018. Find out more here.

Foyle Foundation Small Grants Scheme

The Small Grants Scheme is designed to support smaller charities, especially those working at grass roots and local community level, in any field, across a wide range of activities.  You can apply for one year grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 for core costs, equipment or project funding to charities which can show that such a grant will make a significant difference to their work. Details

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

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.

Voluntary Action Camden working in partnership with Mary Ward Centre.

Governance in the Voluntary and Community Sector

VAC and Mary Ward offer this short course for members of governing bodies or anybody who is interested in developing the knowledge and skills required to be a member of a governing body in the voluntary or community sector. With the knowledge gained from this course you can become an effective participant in the governance of new and existing organisations. Full details on the Mary Ward Centre website.

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

Thyroid Trust Patients Voices event

The theme is tracking and monitoring our health.
19th May, 11am- 2pm
Crown Court Church, Russell Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5EZ*
This meeting is for anyone affected by a thyroid disorder. Friends, family and interested professionals are welcome too. Visit the website for details.

Employer Engagement Workshop – Women Like Us/Timewise

Tuesday 22nd May at West Euston Partnership (29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA), 10am – 2pm
This is a FREE workshop for Employment Advisers who broker jobs on behalf of their clients. The workshop will equip participants with new skills to help source and create jobs for those who can’t work full-time. It is ideal for Advisers who work with parents, people with disabilities, older people, people with long term health conditions, unpaid carers or individuals who simply need to balance work and life.
For more information please contact Kate.White@womenlikeus.org.uk

‘Building A Stronger Britain Together’

(BSBT) Information Event taking place on Thursday 24th May, 10am-11.30am at West Euston Partnership. Come along and find out more about in-kind support available through the BSBT programme. Featuring a talk from the BSBT Home Office team plus Q&A session. More informationand booking here

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Queens Crescent Open Evening

An open event for young peole in Camden with careers advice, music, food.  Friday 4th May, 6 – 8pm at The Dome, Weedington Road. info@qcca.org.uk

Castlehaven Community Association seeks Children and Young People Project Manager

Salary:    £29,250 pa, 35 hours per week.
The main focus of the position is to manage the development, promotion and successful delivery and implementation of the Children and Young People’s activities at the Castlehaven Community Association.
The post holder will also be required to work strategically while delivering projects as required to support the effective running of our service.
Please provide us with a covering letter, using our essential criteria as a basis for this, no longer than two sides of A4 and your current CV to sheridan@castlehaven.org.uk
Closing date: Sunday 6th May at midnight. Interviews: Thursday 10th May 2018

Students’ Union UCL seeks Student-Led Projects Coordinator

36.5 hours per week£28,014-£32,830  per annum inclusive
Application deadline: Sunday, 20 May 2018
Students’ Union UCL is recruiting for a Student-Led Projects Coordinator who is responsible for supporting the development and delivery of the Volunteering Service’s successful programme of student-led community volunteering, as well as supporting a caseload of student projects. The successful candidate will provide guidance & supervision for leaders, help develop and deliver training to students, monitor and evaluate projects and ensure projects are delivered safely and effectively.
For more information and to apply, visit UCL’s vacancies pages

Gravestone Recording Project – Volunteers Wanted

Gravestones and memorials hold a lot of unique information about people and places. By helping to record the gravestones and memorials you will be adding to the archaeological record.
You will be trained in archaeological processes and be supervised by experienced archaeologists throughout the work. As part of the team you will have the opportunity to explore the history and archaeology of the area through site tours, talks and other activities.
Dates: 08 May–08 June 2018- You will not be expected to attend all of these days, just those that you are able to commit to.
Volunteer hours 10am- 4pm – volunteers are asked, if possible, to commit to the full hours on any day they are timetabled to attend.
Reasonable travel expenses (TfL zones 1-6) will be covered and lunch will be provided on days working on-site.
For details contact Paul McGarrity pmcgarrity@molaheadland.com

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

Hub for London is Recruiting

The Hub for London is a new infrastructure support organisation for the region’s civil society.
• Programme Manager – £45,000, full-time
• Intelligence Coordinator – £36,000, full-time
• Networks Partner – £36,000, full-time
• Employment and Skills Policy Lead – £35,000, pro rata 4 days a week
• Hub Coordinator – £28,000, full-time
The closing date for applications will be 5pm on 25 May 2018.
For more information on all the roles on offer and to apply, see webpage.

Deputy Manager wanted at Sunshine Day Nursery

The successful applicant will work with children aged 6 months to 5 years old.  Required:
• BA Early Childhood Studies or
• Diploma in Childcare Level 3/4 in Children and Young People’s workforce.
• 2 years post-qualification experience of work with children at supervisory level
• a good understanding of the Children’s Act 1989/2004 and 0 to 3 Framework
• ability to fulfil the role of SENCO (training available)
• an understanding of BAME needs and implementing an inclusive curriculum.
DBS checked. Competitive salary depending on qualification and experience.
For job description and application form go to: http://www.thecarafcentre.co.uk/vacancies
If you would like to know more about this role please contact Indira Vyas or Natalia Leiva Berger on 0207 284 0030 Ext: 203
E: sunshine@thecarafcentre.org.uk web: www.thecarafcentre.co.uk

Kilburn Older Voices Exchange (KOVE) seeks Community Development Worker

10 to 14 hours a week. Initial contract from 1 September 2018 to 30 September 2019  with possible extension to 30 September 2021, subject to funding.
KOVE requires a Community Development Worker to help with organising its community projects and activities. KOVE iscommitted to overcoming social isolation of older people in the Kilburn, West Hampstead, Finchley Road and Swiss Cottage areas and campaigning for better facilities for older people. We are a dynamic community action group, working in partnership with Ageing Better in Camden, funded by the Big Lottery.
For an application pack, please email: peter56nw@outlook.com
Closing date: Tuesday 29 May at 5pm Interviews on Thursday 21 June
For an informal discussion about the post, please phone Peter Lush on 07973-845285

The Brandon Centre seeks Receptionist Administrator:

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual, with previous experience as a Receptionist to join the team.  The post holder will provide reception and some administration support for all the services that operate out of the Brandon Centre.Details at http://brandon-centre.org.uk/info/vacancies/
Closing date is 9th May 2018.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks. Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.

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 visit

New Project with BAME Older People

Ageing Better in Camden is commissioning a new Community Action Project specifically targeted for work with isolated older people in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities in Camden. The aim is to help older people from BAME communities to reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.
Ageing Better in Camden invites organisations to tender for our new BAME Community Action project which will run for 2.5 years from October 2018.
The deadline for submitting a tender is Monday 4 June 2018. Details here.

Uomini – counselling for male victims of domestic abuse

The service, based in Islington has existed for a number of years offering counselling and advocacy to male victims of domestic abuse. Information about this service can be found at uomini.co.uk.
The counselling service is offered free of charge to men who cannot pay and on a sliding scale for those who can. The counsellors are all qualified members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
The service can be contacted at info@uominicounselling.org

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

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