As the weather warms and the Easter Holidays are upon us, families might look for ways to spend meaningful time together. Have you thought about appealing to families and friend groups who might (or might not) have considered volunteering as a collective activity?
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- Posted:We at Connected Voice recently became involved with Become Green Together, an initiative created in collaboration between VONNE, genee and SmartCarbon. Beth Reeves, our Green Champion here at Connected Voice, shares our experience of participating in this.
- Posted:Our Head of Advocacy, Jane Kingston, talks about the experience of winning Outstanding Contribution to Equality and Diversity at the 2023 National Advocacy Awards, and outlines her hopes for the future.
- Posted:This guest blog, written by Gayle Purves from Citizens Advice Newcastle, discusses their journey towards accreditation with the Living Wage Foundation. She also introduces their hopes to make Newcastle an official Living Wage City.
- Posted:This guest blog by Connected Voice members Children North East introduces their thoughts on the Real Living Wage and details their journey towards becoming a Living Wage Employer.
- Posted:This guest blog by Connected Voice Chair Simon Elliott introduces the theme of Trustees' Week 2023, and extends a thank you to Trustees everywhere for their tireless work in supporting voluntary organisations.
- Posted:This blog introduces Digital Poverty Alliance's End Digital Poverty Day, which takes place annually on 12 September, and outlines important work we're doing to tackle digital poverty and exclusion in our region.
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Great North Pharmacy Research Collaborative Regional Conference, 14 July 2023 @ Hilton Hotel, Newcastle
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This blog looks at the recent findings from the NVCO Time Well Spent 2023 survey, with particular focus around volunteer satisfaction.
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With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Giving to others can support your mental and physical health. It can reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose.
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I am delighted to be back at Connected Voice after almost 20 years. I began in the Advocacy team and returned in June as the new VCSE Engagement Coordinator: Mental Health Transformation for Gateshead.
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One of the organisations I've recently been supporting is a new initiative called the Wardrobe and since we're now well into Pride Month it seemed like a great time to showcase the brilliant work that this volunteer-led organisation is doing.
