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If you're a Nova member and would like to share your news, please email it over to info@nova-wd.org.uk.

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Professional Health Advice for Children & Young People: New Materials in Various Languages

Posters are now available in five different languages!

May 18, 2023
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Got anything to share with local young people?

Young Lives Consortium have launched a 16+ area of WF-I-Can for sharing short articles, top tips and useful info.

May 17, 2023
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Do you work with older people? Tell them about the Time for Tea events

If people are unsure whether they can claim Pension Credit, or would like to speak to a friendly advisor about other benefits or general money advice, they can come along to one of Age UK’s Time for Tea events between April and June.

May 17, 2023
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It's Celebration Time...Wakefield District Volunteer Celebration Event on 7 June!

On Wednesday 7 June, local voluntary and community organisations from across Wakefield will head to J32 Castleford for this year’s Volunteer Celebration Event.

May 17, 2023
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£2.8 million to support the vital work of voluntary, community and hospice care in West Yorkshire

NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (WY ICB) has agreed further funding of £1.8million for charity led hospices across West Yorkshire and £1 million of support for its local voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) partners – which will focus on helping sustainability and tackling health inequalities.

May 11, 2023
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Meet Our Members: Welcoming 3 More Amazing Local VCSE Organisations!

Three amazing VCSE organisations joined Nova in May, bringing us to 470 members supporting communities across Wakefield District.

May 10, 2023
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What's the Impact of Funding Warm Spaces in Wakefield District?

In November, we awarded grants to 25 local Voluntary, Community & Social Enterprise organisations to provide free, warm and welcoming spaces in communities across Wakefield District.

May 9, 2023
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Connect, Collaborate and Learn: 5 Workshops to Get in Your Calendar!

Take a look at the workshops coming up from Nova & partners!

May 4, 2023
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Humanity 1st secures National Lottery funding to support BAME groups!

Huge congratulations to our member, Humanity 1st CIC, for being awarded National Lottery funding to support BAME groups in our community over the next three years.

Apr 24, 2023
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Get Ready for The Big Help Out

Here's what you need to know about the Big Help Out: a campaign to get more people volunteering

Apr 21, 2023
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Who are we funding? Take a look at our data!

At Nova, we're committed to transparency, and we work with 360Giving to publish information about our grants.

Apr 20, 2023
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Do you want to diversify your board?

Getting on Board's guide offers a comprehensive overview of every stage charities need to address to organise and execute a successful recruitment and induction strategy. 

Apr 20, 2023
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Job Opportunity at Nova: Finance Manager

We're excited to be recruiting for our supportive and skilled Operations Team at Nova.

Jun 7, 2024
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It's World Environment Day!

This World Environment Day, we're celebrating local VCSE organisations fighting climate change.

Jun 5, 2024
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How To: Make Your Mental Health Activities Safe

We’re seeing a huge increase in the number of VCSE organisations offering mental health activities, and the number of people with complex mental health needs referred to those activities.

Jun 4, 2024
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The Voluntary Sector Manifesto is now live!

Ahead of the general election on 4 July, now is the time for charities, and the communities they support, to make their voices heard by all parties.

May 30, 2024
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To Share: New Family Hub ‘virtual walk-around’

Wakefield Families Together are proud to share with you the new Family Hub ‘virtual walk-around’ video.

May 29, 2024
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VCSE Voices: What does it mean to advocate for the VCSE sector in the current climate?

"Always go to the table feeling like you've got just as much to give"

May 29, 2024
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Volunteers' Week in Wakefield District!

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Volunteers’ Week and look to inspire more people to make a difference.

May 28, 2024
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Have Your Say: Draft West Yorkshire Volunteering Strategy

West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership is looking for your feedback on a new volunteering strategy.

May 28, 2024
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For Sharing: Support Residents with Energy Debt Grants

The Energy Debt Fund scheme provides grants to help vulnerable and low-income households with problem energy debt.

May 23, 2024
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Party Time: We've got 500 members!!

We’re overjoyed to share that Nova has reached an incredible milestone – we now have 500 fantastic member organisations!

May 22, 2024
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Advocate Update: Launch of WalkSafe Wakefield

Maddie France, our VCSE Advocate attending The Safer Together has got an exciting update to share about a new app launching in Wakefield.

May 22, 2024
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How can we make funding opportunities more fair and transparent?

Last Thursday, the Third Sector Framework team at Nova travelled to Birmingham for NAVCA’s annual conference, held at the wonderful Austin Court.

May 21, 2024
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What is the future of philanthropy?

"We view the traditional philanthropy model as so entangled with colonial capitalism that it inevitably continues the harms of the past into the present."

Jul 26, 2023
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Share Your Thoughts: Serious Violence Duty Consultation

West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit want to hear your thoughts on tackling violence in your local area.

Jul 25, 2023
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Read the Adult Health Survey 2023 Report

Find information about adult health across Wakefield District in this new report.

Jul 24, 2023
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Do you need additional space free of charge?

This is your reminder that Live Well Wakefield have two spaces available for VCSE groups to use!

Jul 24, 2023
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Starting the countdown to 100 Third Sector Framework members!

We were delighted to welcome 17 new Third Sector Framework members in May and June.

Jul 24, 2023
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Add Your Organisation to NEW APP for Wakefield Families

Reach local parents, grandparents and carers by adding your organisation's details to this new app.

Jul 21, 2023
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Sign the Pledge: We #StandWithTrans

#StandWithTrans is a campaign run by Charity So Straight, who aim to make charity workplaces more LGBTQIA+ friendly and inclusive.

Jul 20, 2023
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How to Create An Impactful Comms Plan

Catch up on this helpful workshop with Kat from Wordsmiths Unlimited.

Jul 20, 2023
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I'm a Nova member, is that different from Third Sector Framework membership?

Many of you are Nova members, and some of you may also be members of the Third Sector Framework. One question we get asked a lot is: is there a difference between the two? And what is that difference?

Jul 20, 2023
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How to Support Young LGBTQIA+ People in Crisis

Crisis Tools have created a guide which explores the unique challenges and obstacles young LGBTQIA+ people face when accessing mental health crisis support.

Jul 19, 2023
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Introducing Prosper & Nova Core Grants!

We’re excited to announce a brand new collaboration between Prosper and Nova, aimed at empowering local VCSE organisations through core funding.

Jul 18, 2023
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What's the Third Sector Framework?

You may have heard of the Third Sector Framework and wondered what it is, who’s involved, and how it relates to you and your organisation.

Jul 17, 2023
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Do you have any space to rent in Wakefield District?

Some VCSE organisations currently based in The Ridings are looking for new premises - can you help?

Mar 22, 2023
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Member Spotlight: Heavy Metal Therapy

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 Heavy Metal Therapy!

Dec 20, 2022
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Good News: Nova & Live Well Wakefield donate gifts for children in care

Our teams got together in December for a very important cause - making sure that children in care and their families received gifts over the festive season!

Dec 19, 2022
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A Quick Roundup of Our AGM 2021-2022

It was brilliant to see so many of you at our first in-person AGM since 2019! Here are some highlights from the event.

Dec 19, 2022
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Action for Trustee Racial Diversity 

Dec 16, 2022
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Welcoming Nova's new Chair & Vice Chair!

We're pleased to announce we have a new Chair of Trustees, Chris Bann, and a new Vice Chair, Simon Topham.

Dec 16, 2022
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Looming workforce challenges facing the Third Sector

A new report has been released - Third Sector Trends in England and Wales 2022: employees, volunteers, diversity and investment in people.

Dec 15, 2022
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Sending you the best of wishes for 2023!

It's not long until we wrap up our work for 2022, you can find our closing times here.

Dec 14, 2022
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Citizens Advice service opens at Pinderfields Hospital

An all-new Citizens Advice service has opened its doors in Pinderfields Hospital.

Dec 13, 2022
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Discover how you can provide a voice for the VCSE sector

We're thrilled to have launched VCSE Voices, an initiative to recruit VCSE Advocates from our sector to attend district-wide decision-making boards to influence policy and create positive change.

Dec 13, 2022
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Information on Winter Wellness

There's a range of information below for you and people that engage with your organisation's activities and services.

Dec 12, 2022
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Five highlights from 2021 - 2022

We're really proud of what we achieved in 2021-22, see what you think!

Dec 12, 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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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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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: 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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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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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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Projects funded through the Live Well Wakefield Small Grants – Coronavirus Resilience Fund

13 projects have been awarded funding through the recent Live Well Wakefield Small Grants – Coronavirus Resilience Fund.

May 21, 2020
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#CANCon20 - What's Strong not What's Wrong

Our annual Community Anchor Network conference, #CANCon20 took place on 10 March 2020.

Mar 11, 2020
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Wakefield District Third Sector Strategy 2020 - 23

The Wakefield District Third Sector Strategy 2020 - 23 has now been published.

Feb 16, 2020
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