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.
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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.
- Posted:This #RefugeeWeek we want to highlight how our specialist advocacy service for refugees and asylum seekers has made a real difference to people's lives.
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1 June marks the start of Volunteers' Week, a national celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering in their communities.
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I am delighted to have joined Connected Voice in April as Digital Inclusion, Health & Care Project Manager for Gateshead.
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In February, the Charities Act 2022 was passed, intending to address problem areas highlighted in the Law Commission’s report. The Act is designed to give trustees more flexibility and make the legal framework for governing charities easier for trustees to comply with.
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It is 44 years since the iconic slogan ‘A dog is for life, not just for Christmas’ was launched by the Dog’s Trust. Back in 1978, when the charity was called the National Canine Defence League, Clarissa Baldwin, (who became chief executive in 1986), was a
