News Archive
29 Jul 2010
NHS Worcestershire stop smoking services competition for 12 - 16 year olds
NHS Worcestershire stop smoking services team are calling on all 12 – 16 year olds for their creativity. A competition has opened to find a great design idea for new stop smo...
NHS Worcestershire stop smoking services team are calling on all 12 – 16 year olds for their creativity. A competition has opened to find a great design idea for new stop smo...
29 Jul 2010
WCVYS August Newsletter
The latest Newsletter, Training Bulletin and Programme Idea are now available here.
The latest Newsletter, Training Bulletin and Programme Idea are now available here.
22 Jul 2010
NHS Worcestershire Stakeholder Brief
The July edition of NHS Worcestershire’s Stakeholder Brief can be found below.
The July edition of NHS Worcestershire’s Stakeholder Brief can be found below.
21 Jul 2010
Olympic inspiration for local organisations
Organisations or groups who are seeking to increase physical activity levels or sports participation are being urged to get inspired by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games by usi...
Organisations or groups who are seeking to increase physical activity levels or sports participation are being urged to get inspired by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games by usi...
19 Jul 2010
WCVYS Executive Committee
Have you got some time to support the work of WCVYS? We are looking for people to join our Executive Committee or task groups, such as training, CRB steering group and membership s...
Have you got some time to support the work of WCVYS? We are looking for people to join our Executive Committee or task groups, such as training, CRB steering group and membership s...
19 Jul 2010
8 Jul 2010
Grassroots Grant Programme - FREE money up to £5,000 for groups in Worcestershire
Final year so don't delay! Calling all small voluntary and community groups in Worcestershire, if you need funding to help deliver valuable services for the most disadvantaged com...
Final year so don't delay! Calling all small voluntary and community groups in Worcestershire, if you need funding to help deliver valuable services for the most disadvantaged com...
6 Jul 2010
Alvechurch Communities Together (ACT)
Two Sessional Youth Workers – Worcestershire Post 1: Youth Worker in Charge 12 hours per week JNC points 10-12 £19,636-£21,525 pro rata Post 2: Assistant Youth Wo...
Two Sessional Youth Workers – Worcestershire Post 1: Youth Worker in Charge 12 hours per week JNC points 10-12 £19,636-£21,525 pro rata Post 2: Assistant Youth Wo...
1 Jul 2010
Congratulations
Dave Boucker (Children's Officer at WCVYS) and his wife Beck are proud parents of a son, born on Thursday 1st July 2010 at 7.30am weighing a whopping 8lb 13oz!
Dave Boucker (Children's Officer at WCVYS) and his wife Beck are proud parents of a son, born on Thursday 1st July 2010 at 7.30am weighing a whopping 8lb 13oz!
1 Jul 2010
WCVYS July Newsletter
Click here for the latest Newsletter, Training Bulletin and Programme Idea.
Click here for the latest Newsletter, Training Bulletin and Programme Idea.
30 Jun 2010
Youth Blackwell
VACANCY FOR YOUTH CLUB LEADER/ASSISTANT LEADER Youth Blackwell is a small village youth club with twenty members (aged 13 – 17 years ). We have equal numbers of boys and girl...
VACANCY FOR YOUTH CLUB LEADER/ASSISTANT LEADER Youth Blackwell is a small village youth club with twenty members (aged 13 – 17 years ). We have equal numbers of boys and girl...
30 Jun 2010
Youth Cabinet Roadshows/Surgeries
The Worcestershire Youth Cabinet and Members of Youth Parliament and are planning on coming out into all the districts and running 'surgeries' in various venues that have open acce...
The Worcestershire Youth Cabinet and Members of Youth Parliament and are planning on coming out into all the districts and running 'surgeries' in various venues that have open acce...
30 Jun 2010
County Council Cash Boost for Communities
A windfall of more than a quarter of a million pounds is heading to community groups from the latest round of Worcestershire County Council's Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS)...
A windfall of more than a quarter of a million pounds is heading to community groups from the latest round of Worcestershire County Council's Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS)...
30 Jun 2010
ContactPoint Update
The Government has made clear its intention to end ContactPoint as soon as is practicable. In the meantime, while ContactPoint remains in use, its operations will be scaled down. B...
The Government has made clear its intention to end ContactPoint as soon as is practicable. In the meantime, while ContactPoint remains in use, its operations will be scaled down. B...
29 Jun 2010
Playing Outdoors? Disabled children's views of play pathfinder and playbuilder play spaces
KIDS have conducted a piece of national research with disabled children aged from 8- to 16-years old in five local authorities in England, to find out what they think about the new...
KIDS have conducted a piece of national research with disabled children aged from 8- to 16-years old in five local authorities in England, to find out what they think about the new...
23 Jun 2010
Children's Trust Newsletter Issue one June 2010
Please find belowthe first edition of the Children's Trust Newsletter. This replaces the previous Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership newsletters.
Please find belowthe first edition of the Children's Trust Newsletter. This replaces the previous Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership newsletters.
23 Jun 2010
STAYING POSITIVE FACILITATORS
Currently recruiting for Young Facilitators to run Staying Positive workshops in their local community Training Date: 23rd - 26th August 2010, Birmingham • Young facilitators ...
Currently recruiting for Young Facilitators to run Staying Positive workshops in their local community Training Date: 23rd - 26th August 2010, Birmingham • Young facilitators ...
23 Jun 2010
A Guide to Diversity and Equality in the Voluntary Sector
The UK is a diverse and multicultural society with people of different heritage, beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities and social backgrounds. They live side by side, b...
The UK is a diverse and multicultural society with people of different heritage, beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities and social backgrounds. They live side by side, b...
23 Jun 2010
Gallery 37 2010 Apprentice Artist Recruitment
Please find below the recruitment information for this years Gallery 37 Programme. Are you aged 16 – 24 and keen to experiment with art? Or do you know or work with a Young P...
Please find below the recruitment information for this years Gallery 37 Programme. Are you aged 16 – 24 and keen to experiment with art? Or do you know or work with a Young P...
17 Jun 2010
Archdiocese of Birmingham
The Archdiocese of Birmingham wishes to appoint a Director of its Catholic Youth Service The post of Director of Catholic Youth Services is a new one and a crucial development in t...
The Archdiocese of Birmingham wishes to appoint a Director of its Catholic Youth Service The post of Director of Catholic Youth Services is a new one and a crucial development in t...
15 Jun 2010
Vetting and Barring Scheme Announcement
Today, Tuesday 15th June 2010, the Government has announced their intention to remodel the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) back to proportionate, commonsense levels. As a res...
Today, Tuesday 15th June 2010, the Government has announced their intention to remodel the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) back to proportionate, commonsense levels. As a res...
7 Jun 2010
Transition to Adulthood
HRH Princess Royal confirmed as key note speaker at YSS Transition to Adulthood conference. The conference takes place at Worcester Warriors Rugby Club on Friday 16th July. See lat
HRH Princess Royal confirmed as key note speaker at YSS Transition to Adulthood conference. The conference takes place at Worcester Warriors Rugby Club on Friday 16th July. See lat
28 May 2010
Schools and Play
Schools are affected by, and have an effect on the wider world that children and young people inhabit. If children and young people are denied play opportunities this will have an ...
Schools are affected by, and have an effect on the wider world that children and young people inhabit. If children and young people are denied play opportunities this will have an ...
28 May 2010
Searchable web databases
Free searchable funding databases: J4bCommunity.co.uk Free searchable online database available for registered users and fundraising advice. www.j4bcommunity.co.uk FunderFin...
Free searchable funding databases: J4bCommunity.co.uk Free searchable online database available for registered users and fundraising advice. www.j4bcommunity.co.uk FunderFin...
27 May 2010
National School Grounds Week
This year, National School Grounds Week (7-11th June 2010) is this year encouraging schools to get involved in an ‘Exhibition Mission’ to exhibit the benefits of outdoo...
This year, National School Grounds Week (7-11th June 2010) is this year encouraging schools to get involved in an ‘Exhibition Mission’ to exhibit the benefits of outdoo...
27 May 2010
Links to play organisations
Play Organisations: It should be noted that WCVYS is in no way responsible for the content of these websites and in no way endorses them. If you would like your web site to ha...
Play Organisations: It should be noted that WCVYS is in no way responsible for the content of these websites and in no way endorses them. If you would like your web site to ha...
27 May 2010
Links to advice, information and resources
Association of Charitable Foundations www.acf.org.uk The UK's national membership/support organisation for grant-making trusts and foundations of all types. Charities Aid Fou...
Association of Charitable Foundations www.acf.org.uk The UK's national membership/support organisation for grant-making trusts and foundations of all types. Charities Aid Fou...
27 May 2010
Playful Communities
The Playful Communities website is perfect for anyone who wants to get involved in creating, improving and maintaining places where children and young people can play and spen...
The Playful Communities website is perfect for anyone who wants to get involved in creating, improving and maintaining places where children and young people can play and spen...
27 May 2010
National Play Day
Wednesday 4 August 2010 is Playday, the annual celebration of children's right to play. On Playday and throughout the summer, thousands of children, young people and communities wi...
Wednesday 4 August 2010 is Playday, the annual celebration of children's right to play. On Playday and throughout the summer, thousands of children, young people and communities wi...
24 May 2010
Opportunity of a lifetime!
For up to 30 keen, enthusiastic people who are willing to undertake an advanced apprenticeship in working with children and young people. What do you get out of it? An introduction...
For up to 30 keen, enthusiastic people who are willing to undertake an advanced apprenticeship in working with children and young people. What do you get out of it? An introduction...
20 May 2010
Harvington Youth Project
Youth Worker Vacancy Please see the download below for full details of the vacancy.
Youth Worker Vacancy Please see the download below for full details of the vacancy.
20 May 2010
Impact of VCS organisations working with children and young people
Please see the letter below from Michael Hunter, Chairman of WCVYS and Voluntary Sector Representative on the Children's Trust for Worcestershire.
Please see the letter below from Michael Hunter, Chairman of WCVYS and Voluntary Sector Representative on the Children's Trust for Worcestershire.
18 May 2010
Community Action Wyre Forest
Community Action Wyre Forest has the following vacancy which they are circulating pre advertising in local media. If you are interested please contact Irene Walker ...
Community Action Wyre Forest has the following vacancy which they are circulating pre advertising in local media. If you are interested please contact Irene Walker ...
17 May 2010
Safeguarding Children e-Academy Learning Management System
I am writing to let you know that a new course has been made available in the Safeguarding Children e-Academy Learning Management System. Please forward this notice to colleagues i...
I am writing to let you know that a new course has been made available in the Safeguarding Children e-Academy Learning Management System. Please forward this notice to colleagues i...
12 May 2010
Representative on The Integrated Youth Support Steering Group
We circulated information inviting a representative to go onto this group. The IYSS Group has two VCS representatives. The vacancy on the group is for a member of Worcestershire Yo...
We circulated information inviting a representative to go onto this group. The IYSS Group has two VCS representatives. The vacancy on the group is for a member of Worcestershire Yo...
12 May 2010
The Voice from WIC Issue 8
Please see the latest edition of The Voice which includes: • Details of new VCS representatives • A write up of the February VCS Representatives Listening Event • Ne...
Please see the latest edition of The Voice which includes: • Details of new VCS representatives • A write up of the February VCS Representatives Listening Event • Ne...
12 May 2010
Youth Arts Matters May 2010
Please find below the latest issue of Youth Arts Matters. Lots of events this month, including Music Works, an exciting event we're organising at the newly re-opened mac in conjunc...
Please find below the latest issue of Youth Arts Matters. Lots of events this month, including Music Works, an exciting event we're organising at the newly re-opened mac in conjunc...
10 May 2010
Young people needed for trustee/director of the British Youth Council
Please pass on to any young people you work with – thank you. Would you like the opportunity to get involved in setting the direction of a national youth-led charity and repr...
Please pass on to any young people you work with – thank you. Would you like the opportunity to get involved in setting the direction of a national youth-led charity and repr...
6 May 2010
The Worcestershire Partnership Funding Desk
The Funding Desk is a dedicated resource committed to providing organisations in Worcestershire with relevant, useful and accurate information on external funding streams (funding ...
The Funding Desk is a dedicated resource committed to providing organisations in Worcestershire with relevant, useful and accurate information on external funding streams (funding ...
6 May 2010
Update on the Big Lottery Funding
Dear colleagues, Following the attendance of the Lottery Officers Forum last week BIG Lottery are making some adjustments to cater for Voluntary and Community Organisation. I attac...
Dear colleagues, Following the attendance of the Lottery Officers Forum last week BIG Lottery are making some adjustments to cater for Voluntary and Community Organisation. I attac...
5 May 2010
Funding Update May 2010
See the download below for the latest funding opportunities.
See the download below for the latest funding opportunities.
5 May 2010
WCVYS "Highly Commended" in Safeguarding awards
At a time when safeguarding gets bad press these awards set out to redress that balance and celebrate the outstanding contribution that many people make to improving safeguarding. ...
At a time when safeguarding gets bad press these awards set out to redress that balance and celebrate the outstanding contribution that many people make to improving safeguarding. ...
26 Apr 2010
The Common Induction is on its way and we need you!
See the download below for full information. Contact: Nicky McDonald Project Manager Children & Young People's Workforce Strategy Workforce & Practice Development Service...
See the download below for full information. Contact: Nicky McDonald Project Manager Children & Young People's Workforce Strategy Workforce & Practice Development Service...
22 Apr 2010
The People's Millions latest
CLOCK IS TICKING IN ITV CENTRAL TO ENTER THE PEOPLE’S MILLIONS TV CONTEST There is now just one month left for communities in the region to put in their bids to win up to &po...
CLOCK IS TICKING IN ITV CENTRAL TO ENTER THE PEOPLE’S MILLIONS TV CONTEST There is now just one month left for communities in the region to put in their bids to win up to &po...
22 Apr 2010
Co-operative Partnerships 2010
See the letter below for further information.
See the letter below for further information.
20 Apr 2010
Two year foundation degree opportunity
Warwickshire Integrated Youth Support Services working in partnership to develop the integrated youth support services workforce across the West Midlands region. Are you contributi...
Warwickshire Integrated Youth Support Services working in partnership to develop the integrated youth support services workforce across the West Midlands region. Are you contributi...
19 Apr 2010
CYPSP Newsletter Edition: March 2010
Please find below the final newsletter for the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership for information and dissemination. From 1st April the CYPSP will be known as t...
Please find below the final newsletter for the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership for information and dissemination. From 1st April the CYPSP will be known as t...
30 Mar 2010
WCVYS April 2010 Newsletter
The latest copy of the WCVYS Newsletter is now available here
The latest copy of the WCVYS Newsletter is now available here
30 Mar 2010
Measures to assess integrated youth services published
Proposed measures for assessing the quality of integrated youth services have been published by a team of national representative bodies, led by the Confederation of Heads of Young...
Proposed measures for assessing the quality of integrated youth services have been published by a team of national representative bodies, led by the Confederation of Heads of Young...
30 Mar 2010
Challenges and Opportunities
An informative and interesting conference which WCVYS ran on Wednesday 3 March. Three speakers spoke about current issues for those who work with children and young people. ...
An informative and interesting conference which WCVYS ran on Wednesday 3 March. Three speakers spoke about current issues for those who work with children and young people. ...
29 Mar 2010
Goodbye to Cathy Clement
Cathy will be retiring at the end of March. Cathy has worked for WCVYS for the last eight years most recently as our Projects Officer. Before she leaves Cathy will complete the wor...
Cathy will be retiring at the end of March. Cathy has worked for WCVYS for the last eight years most recently as our Projects Officer. Before she leaves Cathy will complete the wor...
18 Mar 2010
Capacitybuilders’ new bursary fund to support volunteer management skills development
If you manage and support volunteers you may be eligible for a skills development bursary of up to £1950 from Capacitybuilders. Each bursary will fully fund an approved skill...
If you manage and support volunteers you may be eligible for a skills development bursary of up to £1950 from Capacitybuilders. Each bursary will fully fund an approved skill...
16 Mar 2010
County Council rewards Worcestershire's 'tryers'
Young 'tryers' from across the county were recognised by Worcestershire County Council at a special awards ceremony held on Thursday, March 11. A total of 19 young people, aged bet...
Young 'tryers' from across the county were recognised by Worcestershire County Council at a special awards ceremony held on Thursday, March 11. A total of 19 young people, aged bet...
11 Mar 2010
WCVYS Project Evaluation – Survey
For the last three years the safeguarding work and some of the workforce development work undertaken by WCVYS has been funded through CWDC (Children’s Workforce Development C...
For the last three years the safeguarding work and some of the workforce development work undertaken by WCVYS has been funded through CWDC (Children’s Workforce Development C...
10 Mar 2010
The People's Millions
About The People's Millions They are looking for new projects that aim to improve local facilities or help people get more out of their area. Every night for a week in November ITV...
About The People's Millions They are looking for new projects that aim to improve local facilities or help people get more out of their area. Every night for a week in November ITV...
10 Mar 2010
Community groups urged to bid for funds
The latest round of Worcestershire County Council's grants for Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations includes a £225,000 opportunity to help vulnerable people ar...
The latest round of Worcestershire County Council's grants for Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations includes a £225,000 opportunity to help vulnerable people ar...
8 Mar 2010
Wychavon Community Grants Scheme 2010
£75,000 up for grabs by voluntary and charitable groups in Wychavon. See the download for further information.
£75,000 up for grabs by voluntary and charitable groups in Wychavon. See the download for further information.
2 Mar 2010
VCS Representative on the ParentsMatter Board
Margaret Jones recently retired from Homestart. Our thanks go to her for undertaking a representative role on the ParentsMatter Board. Her retirement leaves a vacancy which needs t...
Margaret Jones recently retired from Homestart. Our thanks go to her for undertaking a representative role on the ParentsMatter Board. Her retirement leaves a vacancy which needs t...
1 Mar 2010
Restorative Approaches in Worcestershire
Please find attached a questionnaire regarding the understanding and use of Restorative Approaches in settings for children and young people. The aims of this audit (and an explana...
Please find attached a questionnaire regarding the understanding and use of Restorative Approaches in settings for children and young people. The aims of this audit (and an explana...
26 Feb 2010
Engaging young people in citizenship
The government has created a Youth Citizenship 'online hub' for young people to access funding, information and local opportunities to support youth engagement, http://www.direct.g...
The government has created a Youth Citizenship 'online hub' for young people to access funding, information and local opportunities to support youth engagement, http://www.direct.g...
24 Feb 2010
Positive Opportunities Worcestershire (POW)
POW is a government project to help children and young people try new things that will help them at school and in life. POW money is aimed at children and young people whose famili...
POW is a government project to help children and young people try new things that will help them at school and in life. POW money is aimed at children and young people whose famili...
23 Feb 2010
23 Feb 2010
Child Protection Concern
Please see the information below concerning a child protection concern that we have received.
Please see the information below concerning a child protection concern that we have received.
16 Feb 2010
New WCVYS Manager
We are pleased to announce that we have appointed a new manager. Phil Street has been appointed as manager of WCVYS. Phil will bring with him a wealth of experience gained in both ...
We are pleased to announce that we have appointed a new manager. Phil Street has been appointed as manager of WCVYS. Phil will bring with him a wealth of experience gained in both ...
11 Feb 2010
The Voice from WIC
The Voice Edition 7 – the quarterly newsletter from WIC (Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium). WCVYS is a member of WIC.
The Voice Edition 7 – the quarterly newsletter from WIC (Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium). WCVYS is a member of WIC.
11 Feb 2010
Intergenerational Mapping
There is currently a great interest in Intergenerational Work. This is defined as when children and young people under 25 undertake activities with people who are over 50 in situat...
There is currently a great interest in Intergenerational Work. This is defined as when children and young people under 25 undertake activities with people who are over 50 in situat...
9 Feb 2010
Tryangle Awards Deadline Approaches
Worcestershire County Council reminds county's residents of Tryangle deadline Worcestershire County Council is reminding residents there is still a few days for them to g...
Worcestershire County Council reminds county's residents of Tryangle deadline Worcestershire County Council is reminding residents there is still a few days for them to g...
8 Feb 2010
1 Feb 2010
Aiming High for Disabled Children - Tendering for Short Break Services 2010/11
Pete Sugg has asked us to circulate to all the LSP Children & Young People's Groups. Tenders are out for short break services for children and young people with disabilit...
Pete Sugg has asked us to circulate to all the LSP Children & Young People's Groups. Tenders are out for short break services for children and young people with disabilit...
1 Feb 2010
LARGE CAPITAL GRANTS - HEALTH AND CARE - TO 450K
The new capital grants round for third sector organisations is now open. I have tried to pull together the key information and the application form is attached – see notes on...
The new capital grants round for third sector organisations is now open. I have tried to pull together the key information and the application form is attached – see notes on...
1 Feb 2010
Offer - half-day assistance from the WCC Community Leadership Team
Dear VCS Organisation/Group, We are currently looking for an organisation that may have a mini-project that would benefit from some support. The County Council’s Community Le...
Dear VCS Organisation/Group, We are currently looking for an organisation that may have a mini-project that would benefit from some support. The County Council’s Community Le...
28 Jan 2010
Apprenticeship Places
The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) is to provide up to 5,000 ‘golden hellos’ of £2,500 to encourage employers to take on new 16-17 year old apprentices. Th...
The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) is to provide up to 5,000 ‘golden hellos’ of £2,500 to encourage employers to take on new 16-17 year old apprentices. Th...
27 Jan 2010
Positive Activities Audit
DCSF (Departments for Schools, Children and Families) is undertaking a data collection exercise around Positive Activities for young people. They want to take a snapshot of the pat...
DCSF (Departments for Schools, Children and Families) is undertaking a data collection exercise around Positive Activities for young people. They want to take a snapshot of the pat...
27 Jan 2010
DOH Volunteering Fund administered by EcoTec
Early Notice of the Dept. of Health’s Volunteering Fund. The priorities for the West Midlands are infant mortality and obese adults. See the downloads below.
Early Notice of the Dept. of Health’s Volunteering Fund. The priorities for the West Midlands are infant mortality and obese adults. See the downloads below.
25 Jan 2010
IWP Newsletter January 2010
Please see attached the January 2010 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging...
Please see attached the January 2010 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging...
20 Jan 2010
Information Sharing Protocol
See the attached letter/document from Gail Quinton, Director of Children's Services at Worcestershire County Council.
See the attached letter/document from Gail Quinton, Director of Children's Services at Worcestershire County Council.
14 Jan 2010
Tesco Charity Trust
Deadline: 31 January 2010 and 31 March 2010 The Tesco Charity Trust is inviting applications through its Community Awards Programme. This scheme provides one-off donations ranging ...
Deadline: 31 January 2010 and 31 March 2010 The Tesco Charity Trust is inviting applications through its Community Awards Programme. This scheme provides one-off donations ranging ...
13 Jan 2010
Health Improvement Fund
There's still time to apply to 1 million pound health improvement fund Health chiefs are urging local organisations not to miss the boat by putting in their bids to a £1milli...
There's still time to apply to 1 million pound health improvement fund Health chiefs are urging local organisations not to miss the boat by putting in their bids to a £1milli...
13 Jan 2010
Your Opinion About Council Customer Service
Worcestershire's VCS and local residents are being asked for their views about how they access their council services in an online survey. The seven local authorities across Worces...
Worcestershire's VCS and local residents are being asked for their views about how they access their council services in an online survey. The seven local authorities across Worces...
13 Jan 2010
Connecting to Opportunities Funding Programme
The Connecting to Opportunities funding programme. Information is held on the WIC website at: http://www.winc.org.uk/january_2010_connecting_to_opportunities_fundin Worcestershire ...
The Connecting to Opportunities funding programme. Information is held on the WIC website at: http://www.winc.org.uk/january_2010_connecting_to_opportunities_fundin Worcestershire ...
8 Jan 2010
Council Cash for Community Groups
Worcestershire County Council has awarded more than £63,000 of grants to Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS) organisations this week. The cash boost is the result of Round...
Worcestershire County Council has awarded more than £63,000 of grants to Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS) organisations this week. The cash boost is the result of Round...
7 Jan 2010
Speaking Out Small Grants Programme
The Speaking Out project has opened a third round of the Small Grants Programme for 2009-10.This project is part of a strategic partnership with the Office of the Third Sector with...
The Speaking Out project has opened a third round of the Small Grants Programme for 2009-10.This project is part of a strategic partnership with the Office of the Third Sector with...
7 Jan 2010
January 2010 Newsletter
The latest copy of the WCVYS monthly newsletter is now available here
The latest copy of the WCVYS monthly newsletter is now available here
7 Jan 2010
Sport England Active Women Fund - Guidance Notes
Sport England Themed Round: Active Women. From: Alex Hicks Club & Volunteer Development Officer The Sports Partnership Herefordshire & Worcestershire Find attached guidance...
Sport England Themed Round: Active Women. From: Alex Hicks Club & Volunteer Development Officer The Sports Partnership Herefordshire & Worcestershire Find attached guidance...
5 Jan 2010
Child Protection Concern
The letter below has been received from Gloucestershire Safeguarding Children Board. Please pass to those who should be made aware of the concern. Contact the WCVYS office if you
The letter below has been received from Gloucestershire Safeguarding Children Board. Please pass to those who should be made aware of the concern. Contact the WCVYS office if you
5 Jan 2010
West Mercia Police Authority Partnership Newsletter
http://www.winc.org.uk/files/partnership_newsletterwinter2009_pdf.pdf
http://www.winc.org.uk/files/partnership_newsletterwinter2009_pdf.pdf
5 Jan 2010
Newsletter for PPI December 2009
http://www.winc.org.uk/files/newsletter_for_ppi_dec_09.pdf
http://www.winc.org.uk/files/newsletter_for_ppi_dec_09.pdf
9 Dec 2009
Chief Officer and senior staff in the Voluntary Sector funding for training
Chief Officers or directors in voluntary sector organisations (one person per organisation in the first instance) for the first £500 of support. The first £500 of suppo...
Chief Officers or directors in voluntary sector organisations (one person per organisation in the first instance) for the first £500 of support. The first £500 of suppo...
3 Dec 2009
LEADER Funding Opportunities
Worcestershire has recently been awarded Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) funding to run the Worcestershire LEADER Programme. The programme runs until March 2013 and ...
Worcestershire has recently been awarded Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) funding to run the Worcestershire LEADER Programme. The programme runs until March 2013 and ...
3 Dec 2009
Health Improvement Fund Pack
To produce a more balanced portfolio in this round the NHS are encouraging bids around alcohol support services (NI39), teenage pregnancies (NI112) & healthy activities for old...
To produce a more balanced portfolio in this round the NHS are encouraging bids around alcohol support services (NI39), teenage pregnancies (NI112) & healthy activities for old...
3 Dec 2009
Winter Credit Crunch Survey
In the current economic climate many individuals and families are experiencing difficulties. In these situations they often turn to group/organisations in the voluntary sector for ...
In the current economic climate many individuals and families are experiencing difficulties. In these situations they often turn to group/organisations in the voluntary sector for ...
2 Dec 2009
World AIDS Day 1st December 2009
Please see below for the downloads on: World AIDS Day (W.A.D) Theme & Past Themes W.A.D Background W.A.D Worcestershire Gay Men's Health Information W.A.D Where to obtain ...
Please see below for the downloads on: World AIDS Day (W.A.D) Theme & Past Themes W.A.D Background W.A.D Worcestershire Gay Men's Health Information W.A.D Where to obtain ...
30 Nov 2009
Tryangle Awards Worcestershire 2010
The Tryangle Awards are a way of celebrating and recognising the profile of the vast majority of young people in the community who really do TRY, often with little recognition, to ...
The Tryangle Awards are a way of celebrating and recognising the profile of the vast majority of young people in the community who really do TRY, often with little recognition, to ...
25 Nov 2009
ESF Community Grants
Worcestershire Community Foundation have had an extension on delivery of ESF Community Grants. They still have over £20,000 available for projects which help workless people ...
Worcestershire Community Foundation have had an extension on delivery of ESF Community Grants. They still have over £20,000 available for projects which help workless people ...
25 Nov 2009
The Access to Volunteering Fund
This fund will support projects that overcome barriers to disabled people volunteering, that increase the number of disabled volunteers, or that widen the range of organisations of...
This fund will support projects that overcome barriers to disabled people volunteering, that increase the number of disabled volunteers, or that widen the range of organisations of...
23 Nov 2009
19 Nov 2009
WTPP Christmas Campaign
The Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership in collaboration with the Worcestershire Drug and Alcohol Action Team, have produced a Christmas Campaign this year themed around a...
The Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership in collaboration with the Worcestershire Drug and Alcohol Action Team, have produced a Christmas Campaign this year themed around a...
11 Nov 2009
Free Computer Repairs for the VCS
Community First’s IT project ‘getwithit’ are offering to repair voluntary sector computers for free on 18th and 19th November. Computers that are running very slo...
Community First’s IT project ‘getwithit’ are offering to repair voluntary sector computers for free on 18th and 19th November. Computers that are running very slo...
11 Nov 2009
CYPSP Newsletter Edition 5: Nov 2009
Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership.
Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership.
9 Nov 2009
FLOSS - Funding Lots of Super Stuff
County Council's FLOSS scheme enters its fourth and final year. Teenagers from across Worcestershire are being urged by the County Council to get applying for its fourth ...
County Council's FLOSS scheme enters its fourth and final year. Teenagers from across Worcestershire are being urged by the County Council to get applying for its fourth ...
5 Nov 2009
Consultation: Code of Practice for Consultation and Involvement
Please find below a copy of the draft Consultation and Involvement Code which is now out for consultation. This code is the final code of five that will support the Worcestershire ...
Please find below a copy of the draft Consultation and Involvement Code which is now out for consultation. This code is the final code of five that will support the Worcestershire ...
2 Nov 2009
15 Oct 2009
Global launch of new resources to prevent human trafficking
In partnership with the United Nations Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (UN.GIFT) and the UK’s Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA), a multilingual online broadc...
In partnership with the United Nations Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking (UN.GIFT) and the UK’s Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA), a multilingual online broadc...
6 Oct 2009
Community Leadership for Health Fund
Championing Healthy Lifestyles in Your Community County Councillors across Worcestershire are working hard to improve healthy lifestyles as part of the £500,000 Community Lea...
Championing Healthy Lifestyles in Your Community County Councillors across Worcestershire are working hard to improve healthy lifestyles as part of the £500,000 Community Lea...
2 Oct 2009
Thriving and Sustainable Rural Communities LEADER Programme
Thriving and Sustainable Rural Communities LEADER Programme The Worcestershire LEADER Programme has been awarded £1.5 million from the Rural Development Programme for England...
Thriving and Sustainable Rural Communities LEADER Programme The Worcestershire LEADER Programme has been awarded £1.5 million from the Rural Development Programme for England...
2 Oct 2009
Annual Report and Accounts
The Annual Reoprt and Accounts was approved by the Trustees on 3rd September 2009. They can be viewed on the About us section of our website.The Annual meeting was held on Tuesday ...
The Annual Reoprt and Accounts was approved by the Trustees on 3rd September 2009. They can be viewed on the About us section of our website.The Annual meeting was held on Tuesday ...
29 Sep 2009
Special Edition of IWP Newsletter - Early Intervention Budget
Please find attached a special edition about the launch in October of the Early Intervention Budget. There are details of what the budget can be used for as well as how to apply. T...
Please find attached a special edition about the launch in October of the Early Intervention Budget. There are details of what the budget can be used for as well as how to apply. T...
29 Sep 2009
Youth Parliament Elections 2010
• Do you have something to say about being a young person? • Is there something you would change if you had the power to do it? • This is for anyone between 11 to 18...
• Do you have something to say about being a young person? • Is there something you would change if you had the power to do it? • This is for anyone between 11 to 18...
29 Sep 2009
Generations Together Holiday Initiative
A total fund of £21,000 is available to run six intergenerational projects during the Christmas/February half term holiday periods. Organisations from the voluntary and commu...
A total fund of £21,000 is available to run six intergenerational projects during the Christmas/February half term holiday periods. Organisations from the voluntary and commu...
15 Sep 2009
WCC Grants for the VCS - Fourth Round - Launched 14th Sept 09
Worcestershire County Council runs a grants scheme for the Voluntary and Community Sector. The purpose of the grants is to fund VCS organisations that can deliver valuable communit...
Worcestershire County Council runs a grants scheme for the Voluntary and Community Sector. The purpose of the grants is to fund VCS organisations that can deliver valuable communit...
14 Sep 2009
Third Sector Services
Third Sector Child and Young Person emotional health and psychological well being Services operating in the West Midlands. The West Midlands Regional Development Centre is currentl...
Third Sector Child and Young Person emotional health and psychological well being Services operating in the West Midlands. The West Midlands Regional Development Centre is currentl...
14 Sep 2009
Creative Writing Competition
As part of Caribbean Roots Connections' Black History celebration on Saturday 24th October 2009 they would like you to write, telling them if a black person has inspired you? ...
As part of Caribbean Roots Connections' Black History celebration on Saturday 24th October 2009 they would like you to write, telling them if a black person has inspired you? ...
8 Sep 2009
UK Youth Online Magazine
September Edition available now.
September Edition available now.
8 Sep 2009
Growing Gardens Grants Scheme
The Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens has launched a Growing Gardens Grants Scheme which is being funded by money raised through the Blue Peter Mission Nutrition appea...
The Federation of City Farms and Community Gardens has launched a Growing Gardens Grants Scheme which is being funded by money raised through the Blue Peter Mission Nutrition appea...
8 Sep 2009
IWP Newsletter September 2009
Please see below the September 2009 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging ...
Please see below the September 2009 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging ...
18 Aug 2009
13 Aug 2009
The Hardship Fund
The Hardship Fund offers grants between £50,000 and £250,000 to third sector organisations that are suffering financial hardship that is impacting on their ability to d...
The Hardship Fund offers grants between £50,000 and £250,000 to third sector organisations that are suffering financial hardship that is impacting on their ability to d...
13 Aug 2009
CYPSP Newsletter August 2009
Please find attached the latest edition of the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership's (CYPSP) newsletter, which focuses on the latest Children's Trust developments. Co...
Please find attached the latest edition of the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership's (CYPSP) newsletter, which focuses on the latest Children's Trust developments. Co...
13 Aug 2009
Compact Equality & Diversity Code of Practice
The Compact Steering Group have been supporting work on the Codes of Practice. Attached is the draft Equalities and Diversities Code which is now out for consultation. It would be ...
The Compact Steering Group have been supporting work on the Codes of Practice. Attached is the draft Equalities and Diversities Code which is now out for consultation. It would be ...
11 Aug 2009
Thriving and Sustainable Rural Communities LEADER Programme
The Worcestershire LEADER programme has been awarded £1.5 million from the Rural Development Programme for England until 2013 to improve the rural economies of several wards ...
The Worcestershire LEADER programme has been awarded £1.5 million from the Rural Development Programme for England until 2013 to improve the rural economies of several wards ...
6 Aug 2009
Health Trainers
NHS Worcestershire invites interest from suitably qualified organisations (including social enterprise/third sector organisations and other providers) to develop and manage the del...
NHS Worcestershire invites interest from suitably qualified organisations (including social enterprise/third sector organisations and other providers) to develop and manage the del...
6 Aug 2009
VCS Representation on Arts Partnership
There is currently a VCS Representative opportunity on the Worcestershire Arts Partnership. He/she will ensure that there are effective links between the Arts Partnership and the s...
There is currently a VCS Representative opportunity on the Worcestershire Arts Partnership. He/she will ensure that there are effective links between the Arts Partnership and the s...
4 Aug 2009
Yorkshire Bank Offering Cash Awards
Yorkshire Bank is offering cash awards. In each category one project will receive an award of £10,000 and four commendable projects will each receive £5,000. The ...
Yorkshire Bank is offering cash awards. In each category one project will receive an award of £10,000 and four commendable projects will each receive £5,000. The ...
4 Aug 2009
31 Jul 2009
Stop Smoking - VCS referral Scheme
The Aim of the Brief Intervention Referral Payment Scheme for Voluntary and Community (VCS) Sector organisations, local authority leisure centres, youth workers and Connexions pers...
The Aim of the Brief Intervention Referral Payment Scheme for Voluntary and Community (VCS) Sector organisations, local authority leisure centres, youth workers and Connexions pers...
30 Jul 2009
NYA Briefing Paper: Expanding Friday and Saturday Night Provision
The National Youth Agency (NYA) has published a briefing paper on expanding the provision of positive activities for young people on Friday and Saturday nights. The Friday and...
The National Youth Agency (NYA) has published a briefing paper on expanding the provision of positive activities for young people on Friday and Saturday nights. The Friday and...
29 Jul 2009
Playworkers/Early Years Foundations Stage guidance
Play skills council SkillsActive has published guidance for playworkers on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), to ensure under-sixes can continue to attend play-led settings. ...
Play skills council SkillsActive has published guidance for playworkers on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), to ensure under-sixes can continue to attend play-led settings. ...
29 Jul 2009
Charter for Children's Play-Resources
Play England has launched a children’s version of the Charter for Children’s Play to give people working with children and young people a tool to help with consultation...
Play England has launched a children’s version of the Charter for Children’s Play to give people working with children and young people a tool to help with consultation...
20 Jul 2009
Community Project Grants Up For Grabs
Police are offering grants of up to £500 to voluntary and local groups in North Worcestershire for projects that will help support crime reduction and community safety. The g...
Police are offering grants of up to £500 to voluntary and local groups in North Worcestershire for projects that will help support crime reduction and community safety. The g...
13 Jul 2009
Childhood Matters Newsletter July 2009
Please find below the July issue of Childhood Matters. This issue has a special emphasis on training, and on keeping active in professional development. Past issues of Childho...
Please find below the July issue of Childhood Matters. This issue has a special emphasis on training, and on keeping active in professional development. Past issues of Childho...
7 Jul 2009
IWP Newsletter July 2009
Please find below the July issue of the IWP Newsletter. In this edition you will find feedback from Practitioners and a young person about their experience of the CAF process. You ...
Please find below the July issue of the IWP Newsletter. In this edition you will find feedback from Practitioners and a young person about their experience of the CAF process. You ...
6 Jul 2009
30 Jun 2009
Positive Activities for Children and Young People Grant Funding 2009/10
Phase 2 funding Following Phase 1 of these grants, which were allocated prior to the County Council elections, Phase 2 has now been launched. Applications are invited from vo...
Phase 2 funding Following Phase 1 of these grants, which were allocated prior to the County Council elections, Phase 2 has now been launched. Applications are invited from vo...
29 Jun 2009
Partnership Matters newsletter
The Worcestershire Partnership produces a quarterly newsletter called Partnership Matters. The newsletter is one of a range of tools that they use to keep people informed abou...
The Worcestershire Partnership produces a quarterly newsletter called Partnership Matters. The newsletter is one of a range of tools that they use to keep people informed abou...
29 Jun 2009
BIG response to help UK recession-hit communities
The Big Lottery Fund (BIG) – the largest distributor of National Lottery good-cause funding – is to pump a multi-million pound package of funding into communities to he...
The Big Lottery Fund (BIG) – the largest distributor of National Lottery good-cause funding – is to pump a multi-million pound package of funding into communities to he...
29 Jun 2009
South Wychavon Youth Network
The network was set up to support groups in rural South Wychavon - it has a number of resources that members can borrow. It is in the process of applying for funds towards a peer...
The network was set up to support groups in rural South Wychavon - it has a number of resources that members can borrow. It is in the process of applying for funds towards a peer...
29 Jun 2009
Evesham LSP/CYP Theme Group
This group is Chaired by Liz Eyre and is an open meeting.
This group is Chaired by Liz Eyre and is an open meeting.
29 Jun 2009
BBC Children in Need Recruiting
BBC Children in Need is currently recruiting committee members, vice-chair and chair for its regional advisory committee in the Central region. Please see the attached document for...
BBC Children in Need is currently recruiting committee members, vice-chair and chair for its regional advisory committee in the Central region. Please see the attached document for...
29 Jun 2009
Malvern Young People's Advisory Group
The advisory group is chaired by Penelope Morgan and is an open meeting .
The advisory group is chaired by Penelope Morgan and is an open meeting .
15 Jun 2009
Survey of weekend youth activities
Children and Young People Now are running a survey for youth workers and young people on the subject of weekend youth activities - closing date June 22. Make your views known! Youn...
Children and Young People Now are running a survey for youth workers and young people on the subject of weekend youth activities - closing date June 22. Make your views known! Youn...
4 Jun 2009
Rural Enterprise Grant
Attached is information about the Rural Enterprise Grant (brochure attached) . There is now a project officer in place – Lisa Evans who is based in Herefordshire Council cove...
Attached is information about the Rural Enterprise Grant (brochure attached) . There is now a project officer in place – Lisa Evans who is based in Herefordshire Council cove...
4 Jun 2009
Young Leaders Grant Round 4 Funding
See attached for details of young leaders funding.They can fund projects up to to £1000. The projects have to be youth led, and should be based on sexual health, relationship...
See attached for details of young leaders funding.They can fund projects up to to £1000. The projects have to be youth led, and should be based on sexual health, relationship...
4 Jun 2009
New Rounds of vcashpoint
Great news! vcashpoint rounds 6, 7 and 8 will be opening on 5 June 2009! vcashpoint offers young people aged 16 to 25 up to £2,500 to turn their ideas for volunteering proje...
Great news! vcashpoint rounds 6, 7 and 8 will be opening on 5 June 2009! vcashpoint offers young people aged 16 to 25 up to £2,500 to turn their ideas for volunteering proje...
4 Jun 2009
WTPP Newsletter
Please see the download below for latest edition of The Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership newsletter.
Please see the download below for latest edition of The Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership newsletter.
4 Jun 2009
Sport Unlimited Funding
Further Sport Unlimited funding opportunity available – Autumn and Spring Terms 2009/2010Due to additional Sport Unlimited funding made available across Worcestershire, the S...
Further Sport Unlimited funding opportunity available – Autumn and Spring Terms 2009/2010Due to additional Sport Unlimited funding made available across Worcestershire, the S...
1 Jun 2009
Inter-agency Guidance
The Inter-Agency Child Protection Procedures for Safeguarding Children WSCB’s electronic Inter-Agency Procedures, which are shared with Shropshire and Herefordshire LSCB...
The Inter-Agency Child Protection Procedures for Safeguarding Children WSCB’s electronic Inter-Agency Procedures, which are shared with Shropshire and Herefordshire LSCB...
1 Jun 2009
Child's Voice Conference 2009
Since 2004, Worcestershire County Council, in conjunction with its partner organisations, has organised a series of conferences where children and young people with a variety of ne...
Since 2004, Worcestershire County Council, in conjunction with its partner organisations, has organised a series of conferences where children and young people with a variety of ne...
14 May 2009
14 May 2009
Playin' It Safe
Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership have produced a Summer Campaign to celebrate the launch of the new sexual health website for young people www.playinitsafe.co.uk, which...
Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership have produced a Summer Campaign to celebrate the launch of the new sexual health website for young people www.playinitsafe.co.uk, which...
14 May 2009
IWP Newsletter May 2009
Please find below the May 2009 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on...
Please find below the May 2009 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on...
7 May 2009
Togethernews Spring 2009
See the download below.
See the download below.
7 May 2009
Debrief from Peter MacKenzie-Shaw, Worcestershire Partnership
See the document below.
See the document below.
22 Apr 2009
Sport Unlimited Funding
Further Sport Unlimited funding opportunity available – Summer term 2009 ONLY! Due to additional Sport Unlimited funding made available across Worcestershire, the Sport Unlim...
Further Sport Unlimited funding opportunity available – Summer term 2009 ONLY! Due to additional Sport Unlimited funding made available across Worcestershire, the Sport Unlim...
22 Apr 2009
Focus on bullying prevention goes community wide
Ed Balls announces new guidance ‘Safe from Bullying’ 15th April 2009. Imagine being bullied at school, on the way to and from school and, when you get home, finding tha...
Ed Balls announces new guidance ‘Safe from Bullying’ 15th April 2009. Imagine being bullied at school, on the way to and from school and, when you get home, finding tha...
16 Apr 2009
2 Apr 2009
Enhanced Support to Separating Parents
In December 2008, the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) announced plans to develop pilots that explored how to deliver enhanced support to separating parents. Th...
In December 2008, the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) announced plans to develop pilots that explored how to deliver enhanced support to separating parents. Th...
2 Apr 2009
Worcestershire C-Card Scheme
An innovative sexual health scheme for young people is now operating across the county. The C-Card Scheme was launched by Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership last year and...
An innovative sexual health scheme for young people is now operating across the county. The C-Card Scheme was launched by Worcestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership last year and...
2 Apr 2009
Keeping Children and Young People Safe Leaflet
Managing Allegations Against People (paid workers and volunteers) who work with children and young people.
Managing Allegations Against People (paid workers and volunteers) who work with children and young people.
25 Mar 2009
InBrief March 2009
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by the following link: http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by the following link: http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
19 Mar 2009
IWP Newsletter March 2009
Please see below the March 2009 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging...
Please see below the March 2009 edition of the IWP Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging...
4 Mar 2009
Childhood Matters Newsletter February 2009
Please find below the February edition of Childhood Matters. Details of how to include articles in future issues are included on the front page. You can also view this newsletter...
Please find below the February edition of Childhood Matters. Details of how to include articles in future issues are included on the front page. You can also view this newsletter...
25 Feb 2009
The Big Lottery - Make your voice heard
If you were not able to attend the live consultation event in Birmingham you still have the opportunity express your views via the Big Thinking website, before 27 February, 2009. T...
If you were not able to attend the live consultation event in Birmingham you still have the opportunity express your views via the Big Thinking website, before 27 February, 2009. T...
25 Feb 2009
Short Term Representative Bank
WIC (Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium) are inviting VCS organisations to nominate individuals to join a short-term representative bank so that we can ensure that we have ac...
WIC (Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium) are inviting VCS organisations to nominate individuals to join a short-term representative bank so that we can ensure that we have ac...
11 Feb 2009
11 Feb 2009
Worcestershire Women of the Year 2009
The search is on for Worcestershire Women of the Year. There are 3 catagories: Business Award Voluntary Award Achievement Award Nominate your choice to say 'thank you' fo...
The search is on for Worcestershire Women of the Year. There are 3 catagories: Business Award Voluntary Award Achievement Award Nominate your choice to say 'thank you' fo...
11 Feb 2009
4 Feb 2009
The Voice from WIC
Please follow this link http://www.winc.org.uk/the_voice for the most recent edition of ‘The Voice’, the quarterly magazine for the VCS - produced by Worcestershire Inf...
Please follow this link http://www.winc.org.uk/the_voice for the most recent edition of ‘The Voice’, the quarterly magazine for the VCS - produced by Worcestershire Inf...
4 Feb 2009
Small Organisation Tender Fund
Futurebuilders England and the National Programme for Third Sector Commissioning have launched the Small Organisation Tender Fund. This grant fund is designed to finance tendering ...
Futurebuilders England and the National Programme for Third Sector Commissioning have launched the Small Organisation Tender Fund. This grant fund is designed to finance tendering ...
28 Jan 2009
InBrief January 2009
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by the following link: http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by the following link: http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
28 Jan 2009
Celebrate Youth Online Survey
Are you tired of the negative portrayal of young people in the media today? UK Youth are looking for your views on how they can celebrate and promote the hard work a...
Are you tired of the negative portrayal of young people in the media today? UK Youth are looking for your views on how they can celebrate and promote the hard work a...
28 Jan 2009
Threat to Big Lottery Funding
The Big Lottery is consulting about whether it should continue its commitment to the Voluntary and Community Sector. The following is a message from Kevin Curley, Chief Executive o...
The Big Lottery is consulting about whether it should continue its commitment to the Voluntary and Community Sector. The following is a message from Kevin Curley, Chief Executive o...
28 Jan 2009
14 Jan 2009
Evening Telephone Support
In the past we offered a ‘telephone support facility’ in the early evening. This was popular with volunteers who found contacting us during normal office hours difficul...
In the past we offered a ‘telephone support facility’ in the early evening. This was popular with volunteers who found contacting us during normal office hours difficul...
13 Jan 2009
WCC VCS Budget Information Meeting
Colleagues in the VCS are invited to a County Council budget meeting. As you may be aware, each year the Council holds a series of meetings with representatives from the community ...
Colleagues in the VCS are invited to a County Council budget meeting. As you may be aware, each year the Council holds a series of meetings with representatives from the community ...
13 Jan 2009
WCC VCS Grant Evaluation
The County Council want to evaluate the 2008 rounds of WCC grants. The county is interested in hearing from organisations who have not applied for funding as well as those who have...
The County Council want to evaluate the 2008 rounds of WCC grants. The county is interested in hearing from organisations who have not applied for funding as well as those who have...
13 Jan 2009
Post Office Closures
The Economic Development Unit of the County Council wants to identify the effects of closures of post offices on individuals, particularly vulnerable individuals, families, busines...
The Economic Development Unit of the County Council wants to identify the effects of closures of post offices on individuals, particularly vulnerable individuals, families, busines...
8 Jan 2009
11 Dec 2008
UK Youth The Source December 2008
To view the lastest copy of The Source from UK Youth click here.
To view the lastest copy of The Source from UK Youth click here.
8 Dec 2008
InBrief December 2008
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by following this link:http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/ <return to News...
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by following this link:http://inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/ <return to News...
3 Dec 2008
Hear by Right -your questions answered
Do you have any questions about using Hear by Right? Then come along to a “Hear by Right – Your Questions Answered” session and have your Hear by Right quest...
Do you have any questions about using Hear by Right? Then come along to a “Hear by Right – Your Questions Answered” session and have your Hear by Right quest...
27 Nov 2008
Worcestershire Youth Cabinet and UK Youth Parliament Elections
Become a candidate for the Worcestershire Youth Cabinet and UKYP Elections NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US! Do you have something to say about being a young person? Is there something ...
Become a candidate for the Worcestershire Youth Cabinet and UKYP Elections NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US! Do you have something to say about being a young person? Is there something ...
27 Nov 2008
Tryangle Awards 2009
1st December 2008: TRYANGLE Awards goes live on the Web! 13th February 2009: Closing date for applications. The TRYANGLE Awards were introduced to Worcestershire in 2005 to raise t...
1st December 2008: TRYANGLE Awards goes live on the Web! 13th February 2009: Closing date for applications. The TRYANGLE Awards were introduced to Worcestershire in 2005 to raise t...
19 Nov 2008
17 Nov 2008
IWP Newsletter November 2008
Please find below the latest integrated working programme newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme is a multi-agency programme working to ensure that children, young peopl...
Please find below the latest integrated working programme newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme is a multi-agency programme working to ensure that children, young peopl...
11 Nov 2008
Free Counselling
The Sunshine Children's Centre, Malvern are offering Free Counselling for all who are feeling stressed and stuggling to cope. Thursday fortnights 1pm to 5pm. Telephone 01684 8918
The Sunshine Children's Centre, Malvern are offering Free Counselling for all who are feeling stressed and stuggling to cope. Thursday fortnights 1pm to 5pm. Telephone 01684 8918
5 Nov 2008
5 Nov 2008
27 Oct 2008
WSCB Bulletin October 2008
Following the recent Safeguarding Children Board meeting the Bulletin for October 2008 has been published. It can be downloaded here.Previous bulletins are available on the WSCB We...
Following the recent Safeguarding Children Board meeting the Bulletin for October 2008 has been published. It can be downloaded here.Previous bulletins are available on the WSCB We...
21 Oct 2008
Centrepoint Worcestershire
This is the final report of the work that Centrepoint undertook primarily on behalf of the Worcestershire Youth Homelessness Partnership . Centrepoint will continue to work in the ...
This is the final report of the work that Centrepoint undertook primarily on behalf of the Worcestershire Youth Homelessness Partnership . Centrepoint will continue to work in the ...
20 Oct 2008
14 Oct 2008
Parent Participation Grants Programme
The AHDC parent participation grants programme has been launched.Over the period 2008 to 2010 £3 million is available through a programme of grants and support from Together ...
The AHDC parent participation grants programme has been launched.Over the period 2008 to 2010 £3 million is available through a programme of grants and support from Together ...
14 Oct 2008
Launch of vinvolve Team
A new Youth Volunteering Programme for Worcestershire was launched on Tuesday 14th October at the Volunteering Forum at the University of Worcester. This new vinvolved team for Wor...
A new Youth Volunteering Programme for Worcestershire was launched on Tuesday 14th October at the Volunteering Forum at the University of Worcester. This new vinvolved team for Wor...
14 Oct 2008
IWP Newsletter October 2008
The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging professionals to work together and to adopt common processes to del...
The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging professionals to work together and to adopt common processes to del...
8 Oct 2008
7 Oct 2008
7 Oct 2008
WCVYS Annual General Meeting 2008
This year's AGM, held on 30th September, was attended by wide cross section people from across Worcestershire including Richard Hubbard, Director of Children's Services. It feature...
This year's AGM, held on 30th September, was attended by wide cross section people from across Worcestershire including Richard Hubbard, Director of Children's Services. It feature...
1 Oct 2008
Health Improvement Fund
A Health Improvement Fund totalling £one million has been established to help delivery of the core Health Improvement targets of the 2008-11 LAA. The Fund is to support deliv...
A Health Improvement Fund totalling £one million has been established to help delivery of the core Health Improvement targets of the 2008-11 LAA. The Fund is to support deliv...
30 Sep 2008
Funding Opportunity
Funding for voluntary and community group activities helps to increase community safety and reduce crime What is it? The North Worcestershire Division of West Mercia Constabulary i...
Funding for voluntary and community group activities helps to increase community safety and reduce crime What is it? The North Worcestershire Division of West Mercia Constabulary i...
24 Sep 2008
Volunteer Seeks Bookkeeping Experience
Worcester Volunteer Centre have a volunteer who needs bookkeeping experience. She has experience in cash book reconciliations, bank reconciliations, petty cash Imprest system and g...
Worcester Volunteer Centre have a volunteer who needs bookkeeping experience. She has experience in cash book reconciliations, bank reconciliations, petty cash Imprest system and g...
17 Sep 2008
You Know You - Terrance Higgins Trust Grants
Since launching the Young Leaders Project in 2007 they have supported 70 groups of young people to design, develop and run their own sex and relationships education projects.&...
Since launching the Young Leaders Project in 2007 they have supported 70 groups of young people to design, develop and run their own sex and relationships education projects.&...
17 Sep 2008
WCVYS Job Vacancies
No vacancies available at present.
No vacancies available at present.
11 Sep 2008
WCC Grant Giving Process
Information for Round 2 of WCC Grant Giving Process This Monday, 8th September, Worcestershire County Council launched Round 2 of the grant giving process, there is money available...
Information for Round 2 of WCC Grant Giving Process This Monday, 8th September, Worcestershire County Council launched Round 2 of the grant giving process, there is money available...
11 Sep 2008
8 Sep 2008
CAF Training new dates
NEW training dates are available for the Common Assessment Framework! Training available: * Briefing sessions - a 1 hour CAF awareness session * Practitioner training - 1 day cours...
NEW training dates are available for the Common Assessment Framework! Training available: * Briefing sessions - a 1 hour CAF awareness session * Practitioner training - 1 day cours...
8 Sep 2008
IWP Newsletter September2008
Please find below the September edition of the Integrated Working Programme Newsletter The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on ...
Please find below the September edition of the Integrated Working Programme Newsletter The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on ...
8 Sep 2008
Joint Area Review September Newsletter
Please find below the September issue of the Joint Area Review (JAR) Newsletter. This month's edition contains information surrounding the onsite fieldwork fortnight, initial feedb...
Please find below the September issue of the Joint Area Review (JAR) Newsletter. This month's edition contains information surrounding the onsite fieldwork fortnight, initial feedb...
3 Sep 2008
WCVYS Moves Office
We have relocated to Droitwich. Please amend your records accordingly. WCVYS 39D Ledwych Road DROITWICH Worcs WR9 9LA Tel: 01905 795098 Fax: 01905 798207 Map....
We have relocated to Droitwich. Please amend your records accordingly. WCVYS 39D Ledwych Road DROITWICH Worcs WR9 9LA Tel: 01905 795098 Fax: 01905 798207 Map....
14 Aug 2008
Doing Music Justice Training
The closing date for this West Midlands youth music course is August 19th, however anyone not around to meet that deadline should still make contact. The course is aimed at those u...
The closing date for this West Midlands youth music course is August 19th, however anyone not around to meet that deadline should still make contact. The course is aimed at those u...
14 Aug 2008
6 Aug 2008
The Voice from WIC
‘The Voice’ is a new newsletter from the Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium. We hope you will find it interesting and informative.
‘The Voice’ is a new newsletter from the Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium. We hope you will find it interesting and informative.
5 Aug 2008
Intergenerational Work
The National Youth Agency’s Youth Action team is seeking expressions of interest from organisations wishing to develop intergenerational work from a youth work perspective. ...
The National Youth Agency’s Youth Action team is seeking expressions of interest from organisations wishing to develop intergenerational work from a youth work perspective. ...
5 Aug 2008
Redditch BC launches third sector funding review
Councillors are seeking the help of local voluntary and community organisations as they begin a review of how Redditch Borough Council funds such groups. The review will be underta...
Councillors are seeking the help of local voluntary and community organisations as they begin a review of how Redditch Borough Council funds such groups. The review will be underta...
29 Jul 2008
InBrief Newlsetter July 08
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by following this link inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
The latest edition of the Worcestershire Partnership Online Newsletter can be accessed by following this link inbrief.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/
23 Jul 2008
WSCB Bulletin July 2008
Bulletin highlighting the issues discussed at the Safeguarding Children Board meeting in July.
Bulletin highlighting the issues discussed at the Safeguarding Children Board meeting in July.
17 Jul 2008
CYPSP Newsletter June 2008
This is the first edition bringing news of the work of both the Partnership Advisory Board and the Joint Commissioning Board.
This is the first edition bringing news of the work of both the Partnership Advisory Board and the Joint Commissioning Board.
15 Jul 2008
IWP Newsletter Jul/Aug 08
Please find attached the July/August 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework)...
Please find attached the July/August 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework)...
10 Jul 2008
Caribbean Roots Connection
Caribbean Roots Connection (CRC) is an African Caribbean voluntary group in Redditch. The organisation's objects are to effectively represent and address the social, cultural, eco...
Caribbean Roots Connection (CRC) is an African Caribbean voluntary group in Redditch. The organisation's objects are to effectively represent and address the social, cultural, eco...
10 Jul 2008
The Children and Young People Strategic Grants
The Children and Young People Strategic Grants have been announced. Of the fifty bids that were made the following were successful. Congratulations to them. Motov8 Re...
The Children and Young People Strategic Grants have been announced. Of the fifty bids that were made the following were successful. Congratulations to them. Motov8 Re...
8 Jul 2008
Worcestershire - Homelessness Multi-Agency Monitoring Report
Produced by Centrepoint on behalf of the Worcestershire Youth Homeless Partnership.
Produced by Centrepoint on behalf of the Worcestershire Youth Homeless Partnership.
8 Jul 2008
Aquarius
Criminal Justice Trainers – Accredited Programmes £14.50 per hour Ref: P/08/18 They are looking for sessional trainers to work in the Coventry and Warwickshire areas an...
Criminal Justice Trainers – Accredited Programmes £14.50 per hour Ref: P/08/18 They are looking for sessional trainers to work in the Coventry and Warwickshire areas an...
1 Jul 2008
Vacancy for VCS Representatives on ParentsMatter Parenting Board
Philip Hoare from NCH and Sue Rogers from Borrowers have been the VCS representatives on the Board for about a year. Both have recently moved to new posts and this has created a va...
Philip Hoare from NCH and Sue Rogers from Borrowers have been the VCS representatives on the Board for about a year. Both have recently moved to new posts and this has created a va...
1 Jul 2008
Consultation on Code of Practice for Community Groups
For some months a group of workers from a variety of organisations have been working to develop a Code of Practice. This is one of four Codes linked to the Worcestershire Compact. ...
For some months a group of workers from a variety of organisations have been working to develop a Code of Practice. This is one of four Codes linked to the Worcestershire Compact. ...
26 Jun 2008
26 Jun 2008
Draft Integrated Youth Support Strategy Consultation
The Children and Young Peoples Strategic Partnership wants Worcestershire to be the best place for children and young people to grow up – the partnership will support them to...
The Children and Young Peoples Strategic Partnership wants Worcestershire to be the best place for children and young people to grow up – the partnership will support them to...
24 Jun 2008
18 Jun 2008
10 Jun 2008
1st MALVERN COMPANY BOYS’ BRIGADE
INFORMATION RELEASE BOYS & GIRLS BRIGADE ENGLAND & WALES NATIONAL BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS 2008 STOKE ON TRENT Saturday 7 June 2008 1st Malvern Company participated in the above ...
INFORMATION RELEASE BOYS & GIRLS BRIGADE ENGLAND & WALES NATIONAL BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS 2008 STOKE ON TRENT Saturday 7 June 2008 1st Malvern Company participated in the above ...
5 Jun 2008
Things to do around Worcestershire
This booklet has been compiled by Worcestershire County Council’s Family Information Service (FIS) to help parents and carers find leisure activities in Worcestershire and th...
This booklet has been compiled by Worcestershire County Council’s Family Information Service (FIS) to help parents and carers find leisure activities in Worcestershire and th...
5 Jun 2008
IWP newsletter
Please find below the June 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework - CAF) f...
Please find below the June 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework - CAF) f...
4 Jun 2008
UK Youth Online Magazine
The Source is UK Youth's new online resource packed with information, features, updates and more. This interactive directory is a practical resource for anyone working with young p...
The Source is UK Youth's new online resource packed with information, features, updates and more. This interactive directory is a practical resource for anyone working with young p...
30 May 2008
In Brief - May 2008
The latest version of In Brief - the Newsletter of the Worcestershire Partnership is available here now.In order to reduce the Carbon Footprint the newsletter is circulated 'on-lin...
The latest version of In Brief - the Newsletter of the Worcestershire Partnership is available here now.In order to reduce the Carbon Footprint the newsletter is circulated 'on-lin...
29 May 2008
Worcestershire Substance Misuse Action Training Calendar
Please see the SMAT Training Calendar for April - September2008. For further information contact: Yvonne Whittaker Administrator, MerciaNet Worcestershire Substance Misuse ...
Please see the SMAT Training Calendar for April - September2008. For further information contact: Yvonne Whittaker Administrator, MerciaNet Worcestershire Substance Misuse ...
25 May 2008
Children and Young People's Plan
The Worcestershire Children and Young People's Plan for 2008 - 2011 was launched at Worcester Rugby Club on 14th May 2008. Over 250 people representing a wide cross section o...
The Worcestershire Children and Young People's Plan for 2008 - 2011 was launched at Worcester Rugby Club on 14th May 2008. Over 250 people representing a wide cross section o...
23 May 2008
May 2008 JAR Newsletter
The Joint Area Review is the inspection of the County Council and all partners.This month’s edition provides more detailed information about the inspection following the join...
The Joint Area Review is the inspection of the County Council and all partners.This month’s edition provides more detailed information about the inspection following the join...
20 May 2008
Extended Services Strategy
Worcestershire County Council has been supporting the development of extended services in and around schools since 2005. Between 2005 and 2007 the programme was piloted in four are...
Worcestershire County Council has been supporting the development of extended services in and around schools since 2005. Between 2005 and 2007 the programme was piloted in four are...
14 May 2008
IWP Newsletter May 2008
Please find below the May 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on...
Please find below the May 2008 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on...
8 May 2008
ETHNIC ACCESS LINK TRAINING PROGRAMME
MAY TO DECEMBER 2008 Ethnic Access offer interpreting, home tuition and support for people who need help to communicate in English. Training Programme attached with more informati...
MAY TO DECEMBER 2008 Ethnic Access offer interpreting, home tuition and support for people who need help to communicate in English. Training Programme attached with more informati...
8 May 2008
County Council takes key steps towards creating new LINk
Worcestershire County Council has appointed Shaw Trust to help provide residents with a brand new way of having a say and making a difference to health and social services in the c...
Worcestershire County Council has appointed Shaw Trust to help provide residents with a brand new way of having a say and making a difference to health and social services in the c...
6 May 2008
Wychavon Community Grants
Wychavon Community GrantsDon't forget the deadline for this years grants is 30th May for more information or discuss a project idea please contact Jem Teal 01386 565235 or e-mail j...
Wychavon Community GrantsDon't forget the deadline for this years grants is 30th May for more information or discuss a project idea please contact Jem Teal 01386 565235 or e-mail j...
1 May 2008
Lastest WCVYS Newsletter
The May 2008 Newsletter is now published. Click here to go to the Newsletter and other attachments.
The May 2008 Newsletter is now published. Click here to go to the Newsletter and other attachments.
23 Apr 2008
Urgent Reminder - County Council Grants
The closing date for grant applications is 30th April at 4pm. The number of applications received so far is fewer than expected. If you want funding to start in October you need to...
The closing date for grant applications is 30th April at 4pm. The number of applications received so far is fewer than expected. If you want funding to start in October you need to...
23 Apr 2008
JAR April Newsletter
This month's edition details the priorities for the new Children and Young People's Plan, which will be launched on 14th May. There is also an article about how the Youth Offending...
This month's edition details the priorities for the new Children and Young People's Plan, which will be launched on 14th May. There is also an article about how the Youth Offending...
22 Apr 2008
University of Worcester - Youth Work Courses Sept 08
A professional youth work qualification* at honours degree level together with a new foundation degree designed to prepare students for entry or professional development within a w...
A professional youth work qualification* at honours degree level together with a new foundation degree designed to prepare students for entry or professional development within a w...
18 Apr 2008
CYPSP Board Summary 17 March 2008
The latest edition of the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership Executive Group Summary leads on the Children and Young Peoples plan which is ready for approval by the
The latest edition of the Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership Executive Group Summary leads on the Children and Young Peoples plan which is ready for approval by the
18 Apr 2008
JAR Newsletter VCS Special Edition
A special edition of the Joint Area Review (JAR) newsletter has been prepared for the Voluntary and Community Sector. This issue focuses on the new Children and Young People&rsqu...
A special edition of the Joint Area Review (JAR) newsletter has been prepared for the Voluntary and Community Sector. This issue focuses on the new Children and Young People&rsqu...
16 Apr 2008
Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board Newsletter
The latest edition of the Newsletter has just been published. It contains news about the launch of epledge and the new independent chair of WSCB.
The latest edition of the Newsletter has just been published. It contains news about the launch of epledge and the new independent chair of WSCB.
7 Apr 2008
IWP Newsletter March/April 2008
Visit the new look website www.worcestershire.gov.uk/iwp
Visit the new look website www.worcestershire.gov.uk/iwp
3 Apr 2008
1 Apr 2008
Worcestershire Arts Partnership
The Worcestershire Arts Partnership is working with other organisations who work with young people in Worcestershire to develop the way Arts Council, England’s Arts Award acc...
The Worcestershire Arts Partnership is working with other organisations who work with young people in Worcestershire to develop the way Arts Council, England’s Arts Award acc...
1 Apr 2008
Planned Ambition for Worcestershire's Youth Offer
The various partners in Worcestershire have prepared a document which expresses our ambition for the Worcestershire Youth Offer of positive activities for young people and our indi...
The various partners in Worcestershire have prepared a document which expresses our ambition for the Worcestershire Youth Offer of positive activities for young people and our indi...
31 Mar 2008
Business Link Enterprise Support Service
Business Link Enterprise Support Service is available to any individual living in or intending to start a Business within the West Midlands. See the download for further informati
Business Link Enterprise Support Service is available to any individual living in or intending to start a Business within the West Midlands. See the download for further informati
25 Mar 2008
JAR March Newsletter
The latest edition of the JAR (Joint Area Review) Newsletter gives the key dates for this years JAR and APA. We should shortly know from the inspectors what they want to look at in...
The latest edition of the JAR (Joint Area Review) Newsletter gives the key dates for this years JAR and APA. We should shortly know from the inspectors what they want to look at in...
20 Mar 2008
Continuation of the Children's Fund
The Children's Fund Management Board have approved the criteria and time-scale for the next round of grants. These have been incorporated within the County Council's Shopping, Inve...
The Children's Fund Management Board have approved the criteria and time-scale for the next round of grants. These have been incorporated within the County Council's Shopping, Inve...
20 Mar 2008
VCS Guidance Notes
The booklet on Safeguarding Children and Young People which was launched at the VCS conference on 7th March will be circulated with the April edition of our newsletter. This 72 pag...
The booklet on Safeguarding Children and Young People which was launched at the VCS conference on 7th March will be circulated with the April edition of our newsletter. This 72 pag...
18 Mar 2008
WCVYS Projects Officer
We are pleased to announce that Cathy Clement has been appointed as our Projects Officer. Cathy will manage the contacts and projects which we are undertaking including the safegua...
We are pleased to announce that Cathy Clement has been appointed as our Projects Officer. Cathy will manage the contacts and projects which we are undertaking including the safegua...
18 Mar 2008
The Big Questionnaire Analysis of Results
The initial analysis of the results of the Big Questionnaire, which was put together by members of the Worcestershire Youth Cabinet, has been completed. This is the largest survey ...
The initial analysis of the results of the Big Questionnaire, which was put together by members of the Worcestershire Youth Cabinet, has been completed. This is the largest survey ...
18 Mar 2008
Youthline Training Sessions for Young People
Youthline is a vital helpline, providing information and support, run by young people for young people in Worcestershire. Training start dates for new volunteers are as foll...
Youthline is a vital helpline, providing information and support, run by young people for young people in Worcestershire. Training start dates for new volunteers are as foll...
13 Mar 2008
3 Mar 2008
Voluntary and Community Sector Grants
This month the County Council will be announcing their new grants programme. The application packs will be available from 10th March 2008 on the website www.worcestershire.gov.uk/v...
This month the County Council will be announcing their new grants programme. The application packs will be available from 10th March 2008 on the website www.worcestershire.gov.uk/v...
27 Feb 2008
26 Feb 2008
Draft Children and Young People's Plan Consultation
The Draft Plan has been published and comments are invited. As the Plan will define the priorities for Worcestershire for the next three years, it is important to feed your views i...
The Draft Plan has been published and comments are invited. As the Plan will define the priorities for Worcestershire for the next three years, it is important to feed your views i...
19 Feb 2008
WSCB E-Safety Pledge
Worcestershire launched its E-safety Pledge on Thursday 14th April at the Guildhall in Worcester. The pledge, which can be downloaded from this webpage, is a commitment to ensure t...
Worcestershire launched its E-safety Pledge on Thursday 14th April at the Guildhall in Worcester. The pledge, which can be downloaded from this webpage, is a commitment to ensure t...
19 Feb 2008
Department for Children, Schools and Families Reports
DCSF BIENNIAL OVERVIEW REPORTS OF SERIOUS CASE REVIEWS The Department for Children, Schools and Families has recently published two overview reports, which analyse the findings of ...
DCSF BIENNIAL OVERVIEW REPORTS OF SERIOUS CASE REVIEWS The Department for Children, Schools and Families has recently published two overview reports, which analyse the findings of ...
18 Feb 2008
13 Feb 2008
IWP Newsletter - February 2008
Here is the latest edition of the Integrated Working Programme newsletter.There has been a good take up for briefing and training sessions from voluntary groups. If you want to fin...
Here is the latest edition of the Integrated Working Programme newsletter.There has been a good take up for briefing and training sessions from voluntary groups. If you want to fin...
12 Feb 2008
District Youth Forums
What is a Youth Forum? It gives a voice to young people at local level. In Worcestershire there are a number of groups that give a voice at local level to young people, such as sch...
What is a Youth Forum? It gives a voice to young people at local level. In Worcestershire there are a number of groups that give a voice at local level to young people, such as sch...
12 Feb 2008
Does Your Organisation Need A Website?
Following our successful Volunteering Forum in October 2007, (Marketing your Organisation for Recruiting Volunteers) the keynote speaker, Crispin Manners from Kaizo, and one of his...
Following our successful Volunteering Forum in October 2007, (Marketing your Organisation for Recruiting Volunteers) the keynote speaker, Crispin Manners from Kaizo, and one of his...
11 Feb 2008
Youthline Needs Young People
Youthline is looking for young people aged 16-25 to volunteer a few hours each week to answer calls and help other young people. Contact: Maria Chippendale Tel: 01905 748524 m...
Youthline is looking for young people aged 16-25 to volunteer a few hours each week to answer calls and help other young people. Contact: Maria Chippendale Tel: 01905 748524 m...
6 Feb 2008
31 Jan 2008
Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board Leaflet
This leaflet explains the role of the WSCB in safeguarding children and young peple. If you need more copies of this leaflet for members of your team, please contact the WCVYS off...
This leaflet explains the role of the WSCB in safeguarding children and young peple. If you need more copies of this leaflet for members of your team, please contact the WCVYS off...
31 Jan 2008
Needs Assessment for Children and Young People's Plan 2008-2011
As part of the process of producing a new plan for 2008-2011 a very comprehensive needs assessment is being compiled. This is a living document and will be updated over the coming ...
As part of the process of producing a new plan for 2008-2011 a very comprehensive needs assessment is being compiled. This is a living document and will be updated over the coming ...
30 Jan 2008
Voluntary Sector Representation
The voluntary and community sector is being asked to engage with strategic planning as well as delivery. To enable this to happen representatives are being sought from the VCS for ...
The voluntary and community sector is being asked to engage with strategic planning as well as delivery. To enable this to happen representatives are being sought from the VCS for ...
28 Jan 2008
LINks - Local Involvement Networks explained
Downloadable leaflet about LINks For further information go to one of these websites: Care Services Improvement Partnership http://www.csip.org.uk/ The National Centre of Involv...
Downloadable leaflet about LINks For further information go to one of these websites: Care Services Improvement Partnership http://www.csip.org.uk/ The National Centre of Involv...
23 Jan 2008
JAR (Joint Area Review)
What is a Joint Area Review? The JAR is a joint inspection of all children’s services within a local area. It is carried out by a team of inspectors from various central gove...
What is a Joint Area Review? The JAR is a joint inspection of all children’s services within a local area. It is carried out by a team of inspectors from various central gove...
23 Jan 2008
'vcashpoint' Funding Opportunity
'vcashpoint' is the funding initiative for young people who want to set up a voluntary project in their own community. By providing grants of up to £2500, vcashpoint can help...
'vcashpoint' is the funding initiative for young people who want to set up a voluntary project in their own community. By providing grants of up to £2500, vcashpoint can help...
17 Jan 2008
Urgent Child Protection Concern
It has come to our attention that Dyke House Residential Centre Bromsberrow Heath near Ledbury Herefordshire is still attracting youth groups to the premises. The owner of the cent...
It has come to our attention that Dyke House Residential Centre Bromsberrow Heath near Ledbury Herefordshire is still attracting youth groups to the premises. The owner of the cent...
15 Jan 2008
County Sports Awards 2008
Calling all leisure providers, schools, clubs, coaches, committee members, performers, parents and bottle washers ............ If you know of a club, team or individual who excelle...
Calling all leisure providers, schools, clubs, coaches, committee members, performers, parents and bottle washers ............ If you know of a club, team or individual who excelle...
15 Jan 2008
Integrated Working Programme
Please find below the Dec 07/Jan 08 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focus...
Please find below the Dec 07/Jan 08 edition of the Integrated Working Programme (IWP) Newsletter. The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focus...
10 Jan 2008
Delivering Improved Outcomes for Children, Young People and their Families
This publication gives information to workers in schools and children’s trusts, local authorities and the third and independent sectors about how the new local performance fr...
This publication gives information to workers in schools and children’s trusts, local authorities and the third and independent sectors about how the new local performance fr...
10 Jan 2008
Worcestershire County Council Arts Funding 2008 - An Update
All 3 schemes will have a one application deadline, this will be the case every year. Grants for the Arts - strategic grants (Over £5,000) & Inroads – development g...
All 3 schemes will have a one application deadline, this will be the case every year. Grants for the Arts - strategic grants (Over £5,000) & Inroads – development g...
7 Jan 2008
20 Dec 2007
Department of Health Funding and Investment Review
The Department of Health is reviewing all funding and investment to third sector organisations. This includes primary grant funding streams: Section 64 General Scheme of Grants and...
The Department of Health is reviewing all funding and investment to third sector organisations. This includes primary grant funding streams: Section 64 General Scheme of Grants and...
18 Dec 2007
Tryangle Awards
Worcestershire County Council has launched its annual search for the county’s unsung heroes - and is calling for residents to help find them. The County Council’s Youth...
Worcestershire County Council has launched its annual search for the county’s unsung heroes - and is calling for residents to help find them. The County Council’s Youth...
18 Dec 2007
Sustainable Community Strategy
The Sustainable Community Strategy for Worcestershire was recently circulated for consultation. It is a lengthy document. In response to requests Leigh Marchant has produced this s...
The Sustainable Community Strategy for Worcestershire was recently circulated for consultation. It is a lengthy document. In response to requests Leigh Marchant has produced this s...
12 Dec 2007
11 Dec 2007
11 Dec 2007
CYPSP Summary November 2007
For more information on the work of the Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership contact: Richard Hubbard, Partnership Board Chair 01905 766303 rhubbard@worcestershi...
For more information on the work of the Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership contact: Richard Hubbard, Partnership Board Chair 01905 766303 rhubbard@worcestershi...
11 Dec 2007
Free Emergency Contraception Participating Pharmacies
Please note there is no upper age limit now, ehc is available free at participating pharmacies to all women age 13 and up. For further information on Sexual Health contact: Kim Ta...
Please note there is no upper age limit now, ehc is available free at participating pharmacies to all women age 13 and up. For further information on Sexual Health contact: Kim Ta...
3 Dec 2007
Worcestershire Interagency Child Protection Procedures
The new Pocket Guide to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is available. It is aimed at supporting all those working in the voluntary, community, s...
The new Pocket Guide to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is available. It is aimed at supporting all those working in the voluntary, community, s...
29 Nov 2007
27 Nov 2007
21 Nov 2007
Applications for Membership of the Worcestershire Partnership VCS Funding Panel
Worcestershire Partnership Management Group has recognised the need for improved public sector investment in the local Voluntary and Community Sector and in VCS infrastructure supp...
Worcestershire Partnership Management Group has recognised the need for improved public sector investment in the local Voluntary and Community Sector and in VCS infrastructure supp...
21 Nov 2007
21 Nov 2007
21 Nov 2007
Residents Feed Back on County Council Budget
Worcestershire County Council is reminding residents that they can feed their opinions into this year’s budget-setting process. The County Council has extended the ways in wh...
Worcestershire County Council is reminding residents that they can feed their opinions into this year’s budget-setting process. The County Council has extended the ways in wh...
7 Nov 2007
Common Assessment Framework
CAF is an important tool for early intervention. It has been designed specifically to enable multi-agency professionals to assess children's needs at an earlier stage and work toge...
CAF is an important tool for early intervention. It has been designed specifically to enable multi-agency professionals to assess children's needs at an earlier stage and work toge...
7 Nov 2007
Information Advice and Guidance
From April 2008 local authorities will assume overall responsibility for the quality of young people’s IAG. From this date, new standards of quality and impartiality apply. ...
From April 2008 local authorities will assume overall responsibility for the quality of young people’s IAG. From this date, new standards of quality and impartiality apply. ...
1 Nov 2007
1 Nov 2007
30 Oct 2007
26 Oct 2007
InBrief Edition 6
InBrief is produced by the Worcestershire Partnership It includes decisions taken by the Worcestershire Partnership Board and Management Group and progress with Wor
InBrief is produced by the Worcestershire Partnership It includes decisions taken by the Worcestershire Partnership Board and Management Group and progress with Wor
23 Oct 2007
Youth Work Qualifications
Qualifications in Youth Work is an information leaflet produced by NCVYS which identifies the routes and levels of the various ways of becoming a qualified youth worker.
Qualifications in Youth Work is an information leaflet produced by NCVYS which identifies the routes and levels of the various ways of becoming a qualified youth worker.
17 Oct 2007
Worcestershire Youth Cabinet Elections
Young people sought to take a stand and make a difference Worcestershire County Council is once again searching for young people throughout the county to stand for election. The ...
Young people sought to take a stand and make a difference Worcestershire County Council is once again searching for young people throughout the county to stand for election. The ...
15 Oct 2007
Annual General Meeting 2007
A selection of photos from the AGM held recently at Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, Smite. Gallery 1 Gallery 2
A selection of photos from the AGM held recently at Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, Smite. Gallery 1 Gallery 2
9 Oct 2007
Voluntary Sector Grants For Children and Young People
The closing date for bids to County Councillors has been extended to Tuesday 30th October 2007. Each county council division has been allocated £3,500 to distribute to volun...
The closing date for bids to County Councillors has been extended to Tuesday 30th October 2007. Each county council division has been allocated £3,500 to distribute to volun...
4 Oct 2007
WCVYS Annual General Meeting 2007
This year's annual meeting was held at Lower Smite Farm and was well attended by members and representatives of the County and District Councils and also by Dr Richard Taylor, MP f...
This year's annual meeting was held at Lower Smite Farm and was well attended by members and representatives of the County and District Councils and also by Dr Richard Taylor, MP f...
3 Oct 2007
Tall Ships
Please find below information on the tall ships, an opportunity which is well worth recommending to young people/provisions. The benefits and opportunities it provides for per...
Please find below information on the tall ships, an opportunity which is well worth recommending to young people/provisions. The benefits and opportunities it provides for per...
3 Oct 2007
Summer University National Expansion Feasbility Study
Recent policy changes and the new arrangements for commissioning services for young people have catapulted voluntary sector providers into a potentially pivotal role as a key provi...
Recent policy changes and the new arrangements for commissioning services for young people have catapulted voluntary sector providers into a potentially pivotal role as a key provi...
25 Sep 2007
13 Sep 2007
The Big Questionnaire
This has been written by members of Worcestershire Youth Cabinet to find out the views of young people across the County, so that they can tell others what they think and fight for...
This has been written by members of Worcestershire Youth Cabinet to find out the views of young people across the County, so that they can tell others what they think and fight for...
13 Sep 2007
Voluntary Sector Grants For Children and Young People
**Closing date extended until Tuesday 30th October** Councillors to encourage improved youth activities and provision on patch Worcestershire County Councillors will be able to he...
**Closing date extended until Tuesday 30th October** Councillors to encourage improved youth activities and provision on patch Worcestershire County Councillors will be able to he...
12 Sep 2007
Time to Talk - Consultation
Department for Children, Schools and Families:This consultation is about how children’s services could be improved during the next 10 years. It will help shape the Government...
Department for Children, Schools and Families:This consultation is about how children’s services could be improved during the next 10 years. It will help shape the Government...
10 Sep 2007
Sexual Orientation Awareness Training
Regulations came into force on April 30th 2007 that ban discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation in relation to the provision of goods, services, premises, education and...
Regulations came into force on April 30th 2007 that ban discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation in relation to the provision of goods, services, premises, education and...
10 Sep 2007
WiNN Money For Youth Groups
County Council invites youth clubs to help bridge age gap Worcestershire County Council is appealing for youth clubs to come forward and help bridge the gap between young and older...
County Council invites youth clubs to help bridge age gap Worcestershire County Council is appealing for youth clubs to come forward and help bridge the gap between young and older...
3 Sep 2007
28 Aug 2007
28 Aug 2007
Community Grants Scheme
The County Council has announced a Community Grants Scheme to experience and participate activities around cultural diversity. See below for details.
The County Council has announced a Community Grants Scheme to experience and participate activities around cultural diversity. See below for details.
22 Aug 2007
Practitioner Toolkit Consultation
This new consultation about the practitioners toolkit has just been published. It is important that the voluntary sector make their views known. Either respond to the c...
This new consultation about the practitioners toolkit has just been published. It is important that the voluntary sector make their views known. Either respond to the c...
22 Aug 2007
Government 10 Year Strategy Document
A Ten Year Strategy document, produced by the government, which aims to transform facilities and support services for young people.
A Ten Year Strategy document, produced by the government, which aims to transform facilities and support services for young people.
21 Aug 2007
'I See a Person' Poetry Competition
I see a person; My Gran, my Dad, myself. So much to give to all our lives, Not sitting on a shelf. Why not spend some time during these rainy holidays writing a poem about your Gra...
I see a person; My Gran, my Dad, myself. So much to give to all our lives, Not sitting on a shelf. Why not spend some time during these rainy holidays writing a poem about your Gra...
14 Aug 2007
Making Sense of Funding
In response to the growing demand for finance and funding information the Finance Hub, funded by Capacitybuilders, has launched a new website with advice and expert guidance on sec...
In response to the growing demand for finance and funding information the Finance Hub, funded by Capacitybuilders, has launched a new website with advice and expert guidance on sec...
14 Aug 2007
Teenager Parents
The Government has published a revised strategy to support teenager parents. It can be found on the ECM website. http://www.everychildmatters.gov.uk/news/?asset=News&id=71226 ...
The Government has published a revised strategy to support teenager parents. It can be found on the ECM website. http://www.everychildmatters.gov.uk/news/?asset=News&id=71226 ...
14 Aug 2007
Full Draft National Occupational Standards in Youth Work
The FULL draft National Occupational Standards in youth work is available as an on-line consultation. This will be the last chance of the sector to have their say. Please see the l...
The FULL draft National Occupational Standards in youth work is available as an on-line consultation. This will be the last chance of the sector to have their say. Please see the l...
3 Aug 2007
Worcestershire Partnership – Funding Article
News from the Funding desk of Worcestershire Partnership
News from the Funding desk of Worcestershire Partnership
3 Aug 2007
Transition Funding
The Transition Sub-Group have funding available to improve the lives of young people with learning difficulties through transition.
The Transition Sub-Group have funding available to improve the lives of young people with learning difficulties through transition.
2 Aug 2007
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards provide opportunities for young people to bring communities together, to help them promote understanding and solve conflict through sport and being active...
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards provide opportunities for young people to bring communities together, to help them promote understanding and solve conflict through sport and being active...
2 Aug 2007
Mediabox Grants
Over £940,000 has been awarded in the second round of Mediabox grants for youth media projects, with grants ranging from £500 to £80,000. The next applicatio...
Over £940,000 has been awarded in the second round of Mediabox grants for youth media projects, with grants ranging from £500 to £80,000. The next applicatio...
31 Jul 2007
Greenprints funding
GreenPrints is an England-wide volunteering programme which offers funding and practical support for greenspace improvement projects carried out by young people aged 16-25 GreenPri...
GreenPrints is an England-wide volunteering programme which offers funding and practical support for greenspace improvement projects carried out by young people aged 16-25 GreenPri...
27 Jul 2007
The Worcestershire Partnership Funding Desk
The Funding Desk is a dedicated resource committed to providing organisations in Worcestershire with relevant, useful and accurate information on external funding streams (funding ...
The Funding Desk is a dedicated resource committed to providing organisations in Worcestershire with relevant, useful and accurate information on external funding streams (funding ...
27 Jul 2007
Government Ten Year Youth Strategy
The Government published its ten-year youth strategy today which focuses on increasing youth provision in local communities and empowering young people to influence the delivery of...
The Government published its ten-year youth strategy today which focuses on increasing youth provision in local communities and empowering young people to influence the delivery of...
25 Jul 2007
State of the Countryside
This year's report, ‘State of the Countryside 2007’ shows that there are now nearly 400,000 fewer young people aged 15-29 in rural areas than twenty years ago, contribu...
This year's report, ‘State of the Countryside 2007’ shows that there are now nearly 400,000 fewer young people aged 15-29 in rural areas than twenty years ago, contribu...
25 Jul 2007
Staying Safe
Staying Safe is a major consultation, which provides the opportunity for the government to consult with parents, children, young people, partners and the children's workforce...
Staying Safe is a major consultation, which provides the opportunity for the government to consult with parents, children, young people, partners and the children's workforce...
23 Jul 2007
VCS and WCC - Contracts, Commissioning and Grants
These briefing papers identifiy how the County Council will operate in regard to contracts, grants and the commissioning process.
These briefing papers identifiy how the County Council will operate in regard to contracts, grants and the commissioning process.
23 Jul 2007
In Brief Newlsetter from Worcesershire Partnership
The Fifth Edition focuses on the Local Area Agreement and decisions made at the Partnership Board on 12 July
The Fifth Edition focuses on the Local Area Agreement and decisions made at the Partnership Board on 12 July
23 Jul 2007
Domestic Violence News Bulletin
Worcestershire Forum Against Domestic Abuse – a report on a Development Day Event
Worcestershire Forum Against Domestic Abuse – a report on a Development Day Event
16 Jul 2007
Integrated Working Programme
The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging professionals to work together and to adopt common processes to del...
The Integrated Working Programme (incorporating Common Assessment Framework) focuses on enabling and encouraging professionals to work together and to adopt common processes to del...
5 Jul 2007
Plug&Play site is Live!
The new Plug&Play site has gone live. Before the official launch in September we hope to get as many events and activities for young people across Worcestershire listed. www.pl...
The new Plug&Play site has gone live. Before the official launch in September we hope to get as many events and activities for young people across Worcestershire listed. www.pl...
4 Jul 2007
Free Resource for Youth Groups
Fancy getting your hands on a FREE resource that can help you discuss topical issues with your youth group? Young people from Worcestershire have designed, developed and acted in a...
Fancy getting your hands on a FREE resource that can help you discuss topical issues with your youth group? Young people from Worcestershire have designed, developed and acted in a...
4 Jul 2007
Parenting Support
In Worcestershire statutory and voluntary sector partners are working together to try to ensure that there is a co-ordinated support for every parent - as and when needed. P
In Worcestershire statutory and voluntary sector partners are working together to try to ensure that there is a co-ordinated support for every parent - as and when needed. P
3 Jul 2007
Worcestershire Play Strategy
Worcestershire celebrates the first allocation of Big Lottery Play Funding to Malvern Hills and Wychavon District Councils. Play Projects based around the three Free's: ...
Worcestershire celebrates the first allocation of Big Lottery Play Funding to Malvern Hills and Wychavon District Councils. Play Projects based around the three Free's: ...
27 Jun 2007
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21 Jun 2007
National Occupational Standards for Youth Work
Work is taking place on the National Occupational Standards for Youth Work agreed in 2005. The current version is available to download below.
Work is taking place on the National Occupational Standards for Youth Work agreed in 2005. The current version is available to download below.
19 Jun 2007
GreenPrints
GreenPrints is an England-wide volunteering programme which offers funding and practical support for greenspace improvement projects carried out by young people aged 16-25.This exc...
GreenPrints is an England-wide volunteering programme which offers funding and practical support for greenspace improvement projects carried out by young people aged 16-25.This exc...
12 Jun 2007
Outdoor Education Centre Review
The report of the task group reviewing the Outdoor Education Centres has been published and can be accessed on the Worcestershire Hub.The consultation period extends until 29th Jun...
The report of the task group reviewing the Outdoor Education Centres has been published and can be accessed on the Worcestershire Hub.The consultation period extends until 29th Jun...
12 Jun 2007
VCS Representatives
Children's Services are keen to involve the voluntary sector in their developments. Opportunities for workers or trustees, with appropriate experience to get involved with either ...
Children's Services are keen to involve the voluntary sector in their developments. Opportunities for workers or trustees, with appropriate experience to get involved with either ...
11 Jun 2007
7 Jun 2007
17 May 2007
Young Parents Consultation Report
Please see below a report from the young parents consultation day written by Holly Wheeler, the purpose of this event was to design a new resource for young parents and i...
Please see below a report from the young parents consultation day written by Holly Wheeler, the purpose of this event was to design a new resource for young parents and i...
16 May 2007
Training Opportunities
Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium are planning some new courses to be held in an area near you. Book now to secure your place on one of the following courses, all courses a...
Worcestershire Infrastructure Consortium are planning some new courses to be held in an area near you. Book now to secure your place on one of the following courses, all courses a...
10 May 2007
UK Youth Magazine
UK Youth is a national organisation and a registered charity with over 90 years experience of developing successful youth work programmes. Now taking its place alongside national n...
UK Youth is a national organisation and a registered charity with over 90 years experience of developing successful youth work programmes. Now taking its place alongside national n...
3 Apr 2007
Keeping It Safe
Sound Systems is the NCVYS national accrediation scheme to try to recognise that organisations do all they can to keep safe the children and young people with whom they work. Last...
Sound Systems is the NCVYS national accrediation scheme to try to recognise that organisations do all they can to keep safe the children and young people with whom they work. Last...
3 Apr 2007
Lord Lieutenant's Course
This course is an excellent opportunity for young people who have leadership roles in your group / organisation to gain an OCN qualification.
This course is an excellent opportunity for young people who have leadership roles in your group / organisation to gain an OCN qualification.
3 Apr 2007
27 Mar 2007
Safeguarding Children Law & Policy Update Seminar
Date: Friday 18th May Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm Venue: Worcester Community Housing, Progress House, Midland Road, Worcester, WR5 1DU This training aims to provide an update on rece...
Date: Friday 18th May Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm Venue: Worcester Community Housing, Progress House, Midland Road, Worcester, WR5 1DU This training aims to provide an update on rece...
22 Mar 2007
VCS Representative on Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board
Thank you to all the organisations who took part in the election. Nicky Griffiths (from WAVOCC) and Cathy Clement (from WCVYS) counted the votes on 19th March and Sharon Wes...
Thank you to all the organisations who took part in the election. Nicky Griffiths (from WAVOCC) and Cathy Clement (from WCVYS) counted the votes on 19th March and Sharon Wes...
22 Mar 2007
20 Mar 2007
Full Cost Recovery Pilot
Worcestershire County Council/Age Concern H&W Full cost recovery (FCR) is a model for a service provider to recover the full cost of delivering a service, which has recently b...
Worcestershire County Council/Age Concern H&W Full cost recovery (FCR) is a model for a service provider to recover the full cost of delivering a service, which has recently b...
14 Mar 2007
14 Mar 2007
People's Millions
The BIG Lottery Fund and ITV’s People’s Millions has been launched. Community projects across ITV Central West can bid for a share of £400,000 in Lottery money.Al...
The BIG Lottery Fund and ITV’s People’s Millions has been launched. Community projects across ITV Central West can bid for a share of £400,000 in Lottery money.Al...
14 Mar 2007
12 Mar 2007
Funding Opportunity - Small Sparks Scheme
Money Up For Grabs Worcestershire County Council has asked Redditch YMCA to administer its new Small Sparks scheme to channel Council funds to event organisers and project coordina...
Money Up For Grabs Worcestershire County Council has asked Redditch YMCA to administer its new Small Sparks scheme to channel Council funds to event organisers and project coordina...
12 Mar 2007
Funding Consultation
Consultation on school, early years and 14-16 funding 2008-11 Audience: Directors of Children's Services, Chief Executives [See letter for additional circulation within local auth...
Consultation on school, early years and 14-16 funding 2008-11 Audience: Directors of Children's Services, Chief Executives [See letter for additional circulation within local auth...
6 Mar 2007
VCS Representatives
There have been three nominations for a Voluntary Sector Representative on the Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board: Kevin Rogers from Youth Support Services Sharon Weston ...
There have been three nominations for a Voluntary Sector Representative on the Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board: Kevin Rogers from Youth Support Services Sharon Weston ...
20 Feb 2007
7 Feb 2007
Youth Involvement - Young People Needed
Young people are needed for the v20 BoardV, the organisation charged with increasing the number of young volunteers, is recruiting a new youth advisory board, v20. It will co...
Young people are needed for the v20 BoardV, the organisation charged with increasing the number of young volunteers, is recruiting a new youth advisory board, v20. It will co...
7 Feb 2007
New Health and Safety Advice for Young People
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published new advice for the employment of young people (under 18 years of age) on its web site. This includes work experience and w...
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published new advice for the employment of young people (under 18 years of age) on its web site. This includes work experience and w...
7 Feb 2007
7 Feb 2007
Home Makeover For Deserving Families
The Producers of Restoration and Deal or No Deal are looking for families to take part in a new pilot for a major broadcaster. Do you know a deserving family who desperately need a...
The Producers of Restoration and Deal or No Deal are looking for families to take part in a new pilot for a major broadcaster. Do you know a deserving family who desperately need a...
25 Jan 2007
InBrief Newlsetter from Worcestershire Partnership
The first edition of InBrief, keeping you well informed on Partnership Matters.
The first edition of InBrief, keeping you well informed on Partnership Matters.
25 Jan 2007
18 Jan 2007
Voluntary Sector Representation
VCS Representative on Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board VCS Representative on 14-19 Education Inclusion Working Group The voluntary and community sector is being increas...
VCS Representative on Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board VCS Representative on 14-19 Education Inclusion Working Group The voluntary and community sector is being increas...
15 Jan 2007
Funding Available for Transition Sub-Group
Worcestershire Learning Disability Partnership Board Worcestershire Learning Disability Partnership Board was formed in response to the government White Paper “Valuing Peopl...
Worcestershire Learning Disability Partnership Board Worcestershire Learning Disability Partnership Board was formed in response to the government White Paper “Valuing Peopl...
15 Jan 2007
Women of Worcestershire Awards
VOLUNTARY AWARD The Women of Worcestershire Awards are a chance to celebrate the achievements of women working in different arenas and living in the area. One area where women&rsqu...
VOLUNTARY AWARD The Women of Worcestershire Awards are a chance to celebrate the achievements of women working in different arenas and living in the area. One area where women&rsqu...
11 Jan 2007
Worcestershire Play Strategy Draft
The Worcester Play Partnership would welcome any omissions/additions or alterations by the end of January, via e-mail to dave@wcvys.co.ukThis is a continuation of the ongoing consu...
The Worcester Play Partnership would welcome any omissions/additions or alterations by the end of January, via e-mail to dave@wcvys.co.ukThis is a continuation of the ongoing consu...
8 Jan 2007
CYPSP Summary December 2006
Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership For more information visit www.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/children
Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership For more information visit www.worcestershirepartnership.org.uk/children
30 Nov 2006
Funding and Procurement Code of Good Practice
Worcestershire Partnership have produced, as part of their Compact Development, a draft funding and procurement code of good practice. This is a consultation document, please...
Worcestershire Partnership have produced, as part of their Compact Development, a draft funding and procurement code of good practice. This is a consultation document, please...
30 Nov 2006
Children and Young People's Rights
Children and young people in England tell Government about children’s rights.This month the Government launched an online children’s rights survey for England’s 1...
Children and young people in England tell Government about children’s rights.This month the Government launched an online children’s rights survey for England’s 1...
28 Nov 2006
Strategy For The Engagement of Children and Young People
Children and young people are themselves taking on an increasing role in the planning, delivery and evaluation of services that affect their lives. AIM of the Strategy for Engaging...
Children and young people are themselves taking on an increasing role in the planning, delivery and evaluation of services that affect their lives. AIM of the Strategy for Engaging...
28 Nov 2006
Connect Youth October Newsletter
Please view the latest newsletter from Connect Youth on the link below.
Please view the latest newsletter from Connect Youth on the link below.
15 Nov 2006
Local Network Fund Awards
In the October round of the Local Network Fund, Hadzor & Oddingley Pre-school Group, Broadway and Tower View Playgroups, Indigo Arts, Wyre Forest Pre-School Learning Alliance, ...
In the October round of the Local Network Fund, Hadzor & Oddingley Pre-school Group, Broadway and Tower View Playgroups, Indigo Arts, Wyre Forest Pre-School Learning Alliance, ...
13 Nov 2006
Breathing Places Grants
The closing date is looming for the current round of the BIG Lottery Fund Breathing Places programme. (13th December 2006) Grants of between £300 and £10,000 are a...
The closing date is looming for the current round of the BIG Lottery Fund Breathing Places programme. (13th December 2006) Grants of between £300 and £10,000 are a...
8 Nov 2006
Youth Homelessness in Worcestershire
Worcestershire Youth Homelessness Strategy Update and Action Plan Developed by Worcestershire Youth Homeless Partnership, the strategy was launched in 2002. Much has been ac...
Worcestershire Youth Homelessness Strategy Update and Action Plan Developed by Worcestershire Youth Homeless Partnership, the strategy was launched in 2002. Much has been ac...
16 Oct 2006
Important Changes to Youth Service Minibus Hire
We have received notifcation of changes to the hire arrangements of Youth Service minibuses. These will no longer be available through Youth Centres but will be part of Sharelink b...
We have received notifcation of changes to the hire arrangements of Youth Service minibuses. These will no longer be available through Youth Centres but will be part of Sharelink b...
16 Oct 2006
The Worcestershire Children and Young People's Plan
The Worcestershire Children and Young People's Plan has now been published, along with an Action Plan for October 2006 - March 2008. Both documents are currently being printed and ...
The Worcestershire Children and Young People's Plan has now been published, along with an Action Plan for October 2006 - March 2008. Both documents are currently being printed and ...
4 Oct 2006
Valuing the Voluntary Sector
The Infrastructure Consortium, working with Worcestershire County Council are engaged in trying to assess the impact the voluntary sector has on the economy and well-being of the c...
The Infrastructure Consortium, working with Worcestershire County Council are engaged in trying to assess the impact the voluntary sector has on the economy and well-being of the c...
26 Sep 2006
CYPSP September Board Summary
The Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership Board met on Monday 18th September 2006. A Summary of the meeting is available for download here.
The Children and Young People's Strategic Partnership Board met on Monday 18th September 2006. A Summary of the meeting is available for download here.
26 Sep 2006
Worcestershire Forum Against Domestic Violence
The new training programme for 2006/07 has been published. You can download a copy from the link below. There is also a letter of introduction from Lyn Marie Chapman. Please...
The new training programme for 2006/07 has been published. You can download a copy from the link below. There is also a letter of introduction from Lyn Marie Chapman. Please...
26 Sep 2006
Connect Youth West Midlands Summer Newsletter
The Connect Youth West Midlands Summer Newsletter is now available for you to download.
The Connect Youth West Midlands Summer Newsletter is now available for you to download.
19 Sep 2006
Fund Raising Opportunity on eBay during October
The Give it up for Charity Challege is here.... See the download for more information on how your organisation can benefit. Visit www.missionfish.org.uk/ngw to si...
The Give it up for Charity Challege is here.... See the download for more information on how your organisation can benefit. Visit www.missionfish.org.uk/ngw to si...
18 Sep 2006
Woodland Trust Tree for All
Tree For All is a new kind of movement that gives children the chance to understand nature and the power to care for it. It's about young people taking action today that will reap ...
Tree For All is a new kind of movement that gives children the chance to understand nature and the power to care for it. It's about young people taking action today that will reap ...
7 Sep 2006
Here to HELP Awards
Save the Children and British Gas are pleased to announce the next funding round of the here to HELP Awards - up to £1,000 for projects by young people that help make their c...
Save the Children and British Gas are pleased to announce the next funding round of the here to HELP Awards - up to £1,000 for projects by young people that help make their c...
24 Aug 2006
Community Kitty (UK)
UK Villages Community Kitty provides grants of between £50-£500 to a range of community based projects. In the past, the fund has awarded grants for projects ranging fr...
UK Villages Community Kitty provides grants of between £50-£500 to a range of community based projects. In the past, the fund has awarded grants for projects ranging fr...
23 Aug 2006
Commonwealth Youth Exchanges Application Deadlines
In 2007/08 the CYEC will particularly welcome applications from exchange projects using active and global citizenship themes. If your group or organisation is planning a Commonweal...
In 2007/08 the CYEC will particularly welcome applications from exchange projects using active and global citizenship themes. If your group or organisation is planning a Commonweal...
22 Aug 2006
Worcestershire Safeguarding Board
Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board, established as required by the Children Act 2004, comprises senior managers from partner agencies who have a duty to safeguard and promo...
Worcestershire Safeguarding Children Board, established as required by the Children Act 2004, comprises senior managers from partner agencies who have a duty to safeguard and promo...