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We are THE networking group for Wakefield’s vibrant #VCSE sector. Bi-monthly meetings for volunteers to CEO’s chaired by @evergreen_activ supported by @Nova_WD

Wakefield, England
Joined May 2023
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📣 A fantastic opportunity for those working directly with young people and in grassroots organisations 👨🏼‍🎓 #CommunityLeadersProgramme #WakefieldVCSE 📣
Want to lead change 🔄 in West Yorkshire? Our amazing Community Leaders Programme is back and open for applications! 🏘️ Help us tackle serious violence and promote safety! 🗓️Deadline 28 July ow.ly/2PYn50Sx2Gt
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The next #ConnectingWakefield promises to be an interesting one 😉 - if you’ve attended recently you’ll have received your 📧 invite - don’t get #FOMO 😱 get booked on! 🎟️ ⬇️
🌟 Check out what's on in June for our local VCSE organisations! 🌟 Will you be joining us to learn, network and celebrate? #WakefieldEvents #VolunteersWeek Find these events and more on our website: nova-wd.org.uk/nova/events-a…
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Got space in your diary next month? Let us recommend a few events that are definitely worth your time ⬇️ Find these events and more on our website: nova-wd.org.uk/nova/events-a…
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Brilliant first day for this awesome group @OGACADEMY 💪🏼 everyone worked really hard and learned new skills - can’t wait for next week guys 😊
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Does your hearing effect your social life? Come join us for a cuppa & chat with others in the same situation. We are looking to make this a regular occurrence so please come along to our first club and say hi and help us make plans for more get togethers. Tuesday May 7th, 10:30am
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📣 Join us on Thursday morning for the latest updates on all the quite frankly 𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙡𝙮 exciting things happening right now - in and for - the Wakefield VCSE Sector 📣
Is @ConnectingWF in your calendar for Thursday? 🗓️ At our regular VCSE networking space, you can 🗣️ Share your updates 👋 Make connections with our guest speakers 📢 Hear about projects & resources - in April, it's the new VCSE Collaborative! Register at nova-wd.org.uk/training-even…
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#ConnectingWakefield April Meeting 🌼 🗓️ 18th April ⏰ 9.30-11am 📍 @stmarysccponte 🎟️ 🆓 🗣️ We’ll be hearing of new ideas from #StepUp @MyWakefield & about the also new #VCSE Collaborative so exciting stuff! 😀👏🏼👏🏼 Book your place here ⬇️ nova-wd.org.uk/training-even… – at Pontefract, England
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Book your £0 🎫 today & come & find out how Prosper are connecting with local biz to aid our Wakefield #VCSE #networking #collaboration #partnershipworking @Nova_WD – at Wakefield, England
#ConnectingWakefield VCSE networking meetings are back for ‘24 💥 we’re delighted to have Julie Booth from Prosper Wakefield District speaking at the next one - you don’t want to miss this. Book your £0 ticket now! ⬇️ ⏰ 9.30-11am Tuesday 6th Feb 📍 POW Hospice Pontefract 🧵
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NightOWLS is for every child or young person, including neuro-diverse people, who are experiencing a mental health crisis at night. Open 8pm - 8am every day. Call free, text or online chat at wynightowls.org.uk #TimeToTalkDay
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Mini MH reunion with the ever inspiring @_Sarah_Hughes_ Fantastic key note at #HealthyMindsSummit2024 ! This is the woman I think of when I think of one of my favourite mantras... 'lift as you climb.' Someone who creates space at the table & embodies authentic leadership ❤️
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It's #TimeToTalkDay, the nation's biggest mental health conversation aimed at encouraging friends, families, communities and workplaces to come together to talk, listen and change lives. From caring for patients and families to supporting our staff and volunteers, we take great pride in supporting the mental health of our entire community, as summed up in our #TimeToTalk poem below 💚 To find out more about Time To Talk Day, ways to get involved and ways to support one and other visit the link below 👇 mind.org.uk/get-involved/tim…
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Reach Out. You Are Not Alone. We Are: Here For You 🫶 Officially relaunching @Touchstone_Spt Wellbean Crisis Cafes and Safe Space 1st February 2024 alongside #TimeToTalk #HereForYou #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHealthMatters
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The 5th quarterly VCSE Sector Barometer is open for responses! Please fill out the survey by 7 February to provide vital insights on your organisation's relationship with local government. Survey can be found here 👇 ow.ly/to8q50QrkS0 @VCSEObservatory @NBS_NTU @LBFEW
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Is it #TimeToTalk about a new career in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism? Read and download our new brochure to find out more: bit.ly/3XILbU0
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FREE HOT SANDWICH + TEA / COFFEE! Enjoy your complimentary refreshments when you join us at our One-Stop Pop-Up TOMORROW, Friday 2 Feb, 10-2. Make positive changes the smart way - with support! Whatever your goals, take the next step with info + advice from local organisations. – at Wakefield, England
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#ConnectingWakefield VCSE networking meetings are back for ‘24 💥 we’re delighted to have Julie Booth from Prosper Wakefield District speaking at the next one - you don’t want to miss this. Book your £0 ticket now! ⬇️ ⏰ 9.30-11am Tuesday 6th Feb 📍 POW Hospice Pontefract 🧵 – at Pontefract, England
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Julie will be telling us about her role as Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager What that means for the Wkfd VCSE & the benefits it will bring us She will also be answering generic questions & sharing top tips around developing good bids and relationships with your funders 💥 – at Pontefract, England
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Book your £0 ticket here ⬇️ nova-wd.org.uk/our-work/conn… – at Pontefract, England
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Please don't struggle through the Menopause alone, we're here to help you!💙🌷 The next block of Me & Menopause sessions will be starting back in January 2024! Please see poster for full details 👇
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Thank you to Team @stgeorgeslupset for hosting the December #ConnectingWakefield mtg last week & wonderful presentation of their work 🙌🏼 And to all who attended #networking 🤗 If you missed it, the video link is in the 🧵 along with details of our 2024 events – at Wakefield, England
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Please give us your feedback here 👇🏼 forms.gle/bsH6AVBmvG3QqMzm6 – at Wakefield, England
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