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The Impact of Young Trustees Training

Here at Connected Voice, we offer bespoke Young Trustees training for organisations whether they are looking to diversify their board or upskill their young people. We have recently completed a training package with Northumberland Wildlife Trust, here’s what they had to say:&nbsp

What a Year of Advocacy Has Taught UsReflections on our first year at Connected Voice AdvocacyWe both joined Connected Voice in March 2025, stepping into roles that we hoped would make a difference.
On the 18th of February 2026, we held our first networking event focusing on issues affecting LGBTQIA+ led VCSE organisations in Newcastle and Gateshead. The name of the event was “Tackling Challenges Together”.
Ten years on from the release of the Ken Loach film ‘I Daniel Blake’ and Northern Stage is showing a fantastic stage arrangement. I highly recommend a visit.A wonderful piece of theatre but it’s also frustrating to reflect on how current the storyline still is.



The Impact of Young Trustees Training

Here at Connected Voice, we offer bespoke Young Trustees training for organisations whether they are looking to diversify their board or upskill their young people. We have recently completed a training package with Northumberland Wildlife Trust, here’s what they had to say:&nbsp

Safeguarding - Reflecting on 2025

As we come to the end of a busy period for Connected Voice Advocacy, I reflect on our role in helping keep people safe. 

Advocacy in Child Protection Cases

We hosted a networking event in November that brought together solicitors and local authorities to explore the vital role of advocacy for parents in child protection proceedings. 

Hate Crime Awareness Week: Lisa's Story

At Connected Voice Advocacy, we support people who are affected by hate crime. For Hate Crime Awareness Week, we want to share Lisa’s story (we’ve changed her name to protect her privacy).

Tech4Communities: Tackling Digital Poverty in Gateshead

Digital poverty is the inability to access or use the online world in ways that meet everyday needs - whether for learning, working, managing money, staying informed, or connecting with others.

Celebrating Small Charity Week: Gateshead West Uniform Scheme

This week is Small Charity Week. To celebrate, each day we're going to feature a small charity and tell you about the amazing work that they do. Today's small but wonderful charity is...