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Building Community: Connected Voice AGM 2026

Join us on Thursday 23 April for our next AGM, which will focus on the theme of Building Community.


The Importance of Safeguarding

Safeguarding means working to prevent abuse and neglect and to protect every individual’s fundamental right to live with dignity, in safety, and free from harm. ...
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Overview of WorkWell

Connected Voice are co-ordinating the VCSE role in WorkWell for Gateshead and Newcastle. WorkWell is a key part of the government’s ambition to join up employment and health support. ...
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Free High Speed Training

Thanks to new funding from UKSPF and the North East Combined Authority, Connected Voice is pleased to be able to offer free online training courses once again through High Speed Training. ...
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Small Sparks Plus Grants Fund Round 2 launched!

Round 2 of the Small Sparks Plus grants fund has now been launched. It will help charities, community organisations and community interest companies who work with local communities to improve their health or wellbeing.
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Gateshead Volunteer Recruitment Fair – Strengthening Community Connections with Residents

Connected Voice's very first Gateshead Volunteer Recruitment Fair is taking place on Wednesday 8th October 10:00am-1:00pm at Gateshead Leisure Centre, Alexandra Rd, Gateshead NE8 4JA No booking required 
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Small Sparks Plus Round 1 grant awards

Small Sparks Plus is a grants scheme from Newcastle City Council, administered by Connected Voice. It is designed to help VCSE organisations improve the health and wellbeing of their local communities.
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Connected Voice is hiring!

 Do you have a passion for supporting communities and the voluntary sector, and are you looking for a new role? We are hiring! 
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Small Sparks Plus Grants Fund Round 2 launched!

Round 2 of the Small Sparks Plus grants fund has now been launched. It will help charities, community organisations and community interest companies who work with local communities to improve their health or wellbeing.
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Connecting People, Supporting Action: Our New Strategy

At Connected Voice, our mission has always been to champion strong, fair, and connected communities. We’re taking that commitment even further with a refreshed strategy that places collaboration, inclusion, and impact at the heart of everything we do.
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