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Citizen Coin is launched in Wakefield District

A new and unique approach to finding and rewarding volunteers has arrived in Wakefield District.

Jul 11, 2024

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Heavy Metal Therapy Launch New Peer Support Group in Castleford

A new mental health peer support group aimed at members of the rock and metal community is about to launch in Castleford.

Jul 11, 2024

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Contribute to Research into the Impact of Childhood Trauma

The research seeks to shed light on the potential long-term consequences of these lived experiences.

Jul 10, 2024

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Helping someone at risk of becoming homeless

If you or someone you know is at risk of becoming homeless within 56 days, you can contact the Housing Needs Service for help.

Jul 9, 2024

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Save The Date for CANCON24: Livin' La Vida Local

Save the date for Wakefield District’s Community Anchor Network Conference – CANCON 2024.

Jul 8, 2024

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The power of local infrastructure: How a new government can work with NAVCA members

An important read as we head into the General Election today.

Jul 4, 2024

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Tell Us: VCSE services/offers not available in winter 24/25

West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board are reviewing the services that have been paused or stopped for 2024/25 to understand the impact and inform planning.

Jul 2, 2024

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The youth mental health crisis

How are charities coping with a rise in children and young people seeking mental health support?

Jul 1, 2024

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For Charities Helping Asylum Seekers and Refugees: Organisational Development Programme

This year, Lloyds Bank Foundation will be supporting 60 charities that help refugees and asylum seekers through this Organisational Development Support programme.

Jun 28, 2024

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Wakefield District Health and Care Partnership Awareness Survey

As part of work to refresh the communications, involvement and EDI plans for the partnership, Wakefield District HCP want to make sure we have the right channels in place to share news and updates about the work going on across the district.

Jun 26, 2024

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Wakefield District introduces network of Blood Pressure Champions

A pilot scheme has been launched in Wakefield to set up a network of Blood Pressure Wellbeing Champions.

Jun 24, 2024

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Update on Leadership Across Health and Social Care

A message from Ann Carroll, Chair of the Wakefield District Health and Care Partnership Committee and Jo Webster, Accountable Officer on leadership arrangements.

Jun 20, 2024

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New Three Year Grants to Support Wakefield City Centre Communities

Grants of £10,000 to £25,000 per year are available through the Third Sector Framework, funding VCSE organisations that support communities with the highest deprivation and poorest health outcomes in Wakefield City Centre.

Nov 20, 2024

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Challenging Plans To Increase Employer National Insurance for VCSE Organisations

It’s becoming more and more challenging for VCSE organisations to keep delivering their services that support and enrich communities.

Nov 13, 2024

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Tell Your Advocates: Employment & Skills Survey

VCSE Advocates need your input so they can advocate for you and the local VCSE sector.

Nov 4, 2024

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Join the new West Yorkshire Allyship Network

Are you passionate about justice and equality? Do you want to be part of a movement that creates real, lasting change?

Oct 25, 2024

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Join Us In Looking Back, Moving Forward: Our AGM 23-24

Join our AGM to hear a recap of our year, explore the challenges our sector is facing, and network with Nova Members and partners.

Oct 22, 2024

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New Funding Open For South Kirkby & Moorthorpe

Local VCSE organisations know what their communities need. We've opened another funding opportunity where they can decide what to fund.

Oct 17, 2024

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The Wakefield Children’s Bed Appeal Launched

Our partners have launched a new collaboration to make sure that every child in Wakefield District has a comfortable bed to sleep in.

Oct 16, 2024

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West Yorkshire VCSE Update: Work Around Procurement & Contracting

An update from Kim Shutler, VCSE Lead for West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board & Senior Responsible Officer for Power of Communities.

Oct 11, 2024

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5 Things to Consider When Using AI for VCSE Work

AI is becoming part of everyday life – from using Google Maps to email software – so we were interested to see how it could benefit VCSE organisations.

Oct 9, 2024

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Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Allowance for Wakefield District Residents

Up to 850,000 pensioner households may be entitled to Pension Credit, but do not claim it. Encourage the people you support to check their entitlement.

Sep 30, 2024

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Wakefield Community Organisations Funded to Build Healthy & Sustainable Communities

£20,000 awarded to local organisations, who came together to present their pitch and decide what to fund.

Sep 30, 2024

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Have Your Say: Transport to Medical Appointments

NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board would like to know how people travel to medical appointments and if they know about different support that is available to people.

Sep 25, 2024

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3 things you can do improve your communications right now

Catch up on this brilliant workshop with Kat from Wordsmiths Unlimited to make a start on understanding your audiences, livening up your social media and more!

Feb 14, 2023

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Happiness Together Fund Now Open

HARIBO, in partnership with Community Foundation Wakefield District, have now entered the second year of their four-year grant programme - the HARIBO Happiness Together Fund.

Feb 14, 2023

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New Trustee: Antony Nelson joins Nova's Board

We're pleased to announce that Antony joined Nova's Board of Trustees in February 2023.

Feb 13, 2023

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Resource for Members: Voter ID Easy Read Booklet

Does your organisation work with people with learning disabilities? You might find this booklet helpful to explain changes in the voting process.

Feb 9, 2023

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What's Next for Nova? Have your say!

What matters most for the VCSE sector in Wakefield District? Have your say on Nova's priorities for the next 3 years by getting involved with our consultation.

Feb 8, 2023

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Improve your health & wellbeing through self-help workshops

Live Well Wakefield, working in partnership with Nova, offer a range of short, free workshops and longer courses to help you improve or maintain your general health and wellbeing.

Feb 7, 2023

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Key Awareness & Cultural Dates for Your Calendar

Wakefield Council have produced a 2023 cultural calendar, which you might find useful for planning events and campaigns.

Feb 6, 2023

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National Cyber Security Centre’s Charity Sector Threat Report

This report has been developed with Boards and trustees in mind, highlighting key threats charities face in 2023 and beyond.

Feb 2, 2023

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Member Spotlight: Empath Theatre CIC

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope you enjoy hearing from Empath Theatre CIC!

Jan 30, 2023

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Time to Talk: Starting mental health conversations

It’s Time to Talk day on 2 February, here's some resources you can use to start mental health conversations.

Jan 30, 2023

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New research demonstrates the impact and value of infrastructure organisations (including Nova!)

Back in November, the Connecting Locally research report by the Centre for Regional, Economic and Social Research (CRSER) at Sheffield Hallam University was launched, demonstrating the impact and value of local infrastructure organisations.

Jan 26, 2023

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Could you be a voice for our local VCSE sector?

We're recruiting VCSE Advocates to ensure that our sector is fully represented at every level of decision making, have you applied?

Jan 25, 2023

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More local projects funded by Live Well Wakefield Small Grants

Learn about the amazing projects making a difference within communities across Wakefield District...

Aug 9, 2022

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Wakefield District Health & Care Partnership launched as NHS changes become law

Wakefield District Health & Care Partnership launched on 1 July as national legislation came into effect.

Jul 19, 2022

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Member Spotlight: Humanity 1st

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope that you enjoy learning more about....

Jul 18, 2022

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West Yorkshire Partnership cements place of VCSE sector within the partnership

Last week, we signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to cement the role of the VCSE sector as an equal partner in the work of West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership (WY HCP).

Jul 14, 2022

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Local children’s artwork displayed by Friends of Fitzwilliam Station

Friends of Fitzwilliam station are displaying Jubilee artwork made by children from five local schools...

Jun 15, 2022

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Do you require additional space free of charge?

NHS Property Services have worked with Live Well Wakefield to turn unused Primary Care space into Social Prescribing Hubs.

Jun 15, 2022

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Thank You Volunteers!

Before Volunteers Week 2022 comes to an end, we want to show that volunteering is worth the effort!

Jun 7, 2022

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Mike Holt retires as Chair of Nova Wakefield District

The Board of Trustees and Senior Team of Nova Wakefield District Limited wishes to announce the retirement of Mike Holt as Chair of Trustees.

Jun 6, 2022

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Friends of Friarwood Valley Garden’s 10th Anniversary!

Our member Friends of Friarwood Valley Gardens celebrated their 10th anniversary in May.

Jun 5, 2022

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Free employment advice for people who can speak Polish

MJ Languages are providing a free helpline aimed at unemployed people with a language barrier who can speak and understand Polish.

May 18, 2022

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Employment support at Live Well Wakefield

Is your client facing social barriers, affecting their ability to find and maintain employment? Live Well Wakefield may be able to help!

May 18, 2022

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Member Spotlight: Pen2Print Publishing CIC

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope that you enjoy learning more about....

May 18, 2022

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Member Spotlight: Memory Action Group

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Dec 17, 2021

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Recipe Club Success

Residents of the Warwick Estate began sharing recipes in lockdown and the food initiative now reaches 70 families, in a programme managed by Warwick Ahead.

Nov 18, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Disability Sport Yorkshire

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Nov 18, 2021

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Additional income for VCSE organisations in Wakefield District

Funding is available for voluntary organisations, non-profits, charities and CICs in the Wakefield District through fundraising website easyfundraising.

Oct 20, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Grow Wakefield

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Oct 20, 2021

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Do you live in the Wakefield District and access government benefits?

The £20 Universal Credit uplift ended at the end of September. Did you know that you could receive additional support and advice around the recent changes to Universal Credit? Find out more here.

Oct 14, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Portobello Craft and Camera Group

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Sep 27, 2021

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West Yorkshire & Harrogate Health and Care Partnership launch anti-racism movement

The movement is part of an ongoing commitment to tackle structural and institutionalised racism, as well as addressing health and social inequalities across the area.

Sep 1, 2021

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Community>Wakefield is live!

Community>Wakefield - the new place for services, activities, opportunities and events across Wakefield District.

Jul 19, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Wakefield Hospice

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope that you enjoy learning more about....

Jun 17, 2021

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Volunteers' Week 2021: Nova's roundup of celebrations and opportunities

The Nova team would like to thank volunteers for their inspiring and incredible work to support people and organisations across the Wakefield District.

Jun 3, 2021

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Case Studies from the Covid-19 Community Hubs

We have asked community organisations to provide us with information and stories so we can highlight the brilliant work that volunteers are doing throughout Wakefield District during the pandemic.

Jun 1, 2020

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