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Scam Warning: Please Be Aware of People Pretending to Be Nova

One of our members has forwarded us an email from someone pretending to be Nova.

Aug 1, 2024

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How to improve access to social prescribing for people with severe mental illnesses?

Researchers at University College London are interviewing stakeholders to understand how access to social prescribing can be improved for people with severe mental illnesses.

Jul 29, 2024

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Report on the older people’s mental health inpatient services consultation

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board have received the independent report of findings from the older people’s mental health inpatient services consultation.

Jul 25, 2024

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Feedback to Shape West Yorkshire's EDI Strategy

West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership wants an inclusive and fairer West Yorkshire.

Jul 24, 2024

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Offer to Write Up Case Studies for Your VCSE Organisation

New Local are keen to work with you on a case study about community voice in decision-making; focusing on community strengths; or shifting organisational culture.

Jul 22, 2024

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Toolkit for People and Communities work

Now we know the result of the election charities can start influencing work in earnest.

Jul 17, 2024

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Find recommended services on the Trustee Services Directory

An initiative from Getting on Board specifically aimed at charity trustees to find the services their organisations need.

Jul 17, 2024

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Nominations Open for Wakefield BID Awards

The Wakefield BID Awards is an annual event recognising the achievements and contributions of members and charities within the Wakefield Business Improvement District (BID) area.

Jul 16, 2024

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New Signage Lights the Way for Community Growth

The sun is shining and so is Bless Community Support's new signage at their renovated space in Hemsworth!

Jul 16, 2024

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Schedule for Nova's Free, Online & Regular VCSE Workshops

Take a look at our new workshops...

Jul 15, 2024

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Free Licences Available for Mental Health Support System

Brain in Hand is a hybrid support system for people with anxiety-based mental health challenges.

Jul 12, 2024

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The Women and Girls Sector Survey is Open

The Women and Girls Sector Survey is now open until Wednesday 24 July.

Jul 12, 2024

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We’ve been independently accredited as a “Menopause Friendly Employer”

We are incredibly proud to announce that we've been awarded the Menopause Friendly Workplace Accreditation.

Apr 23, 2024

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Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub for VCSE Colleagues

No matter where you work in health and care or whether you are a staff or volunteer, that you may have to work in extremely challenging circumstances.

Apr 22, 2024

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VCSE Barometer 2024 Survey now live!

This spring, the VCSE Data and Insights National Observatory at Nottingham Trent University is embarking on the sixth wave of the VCSE Barometer Survey, and your participation is crucial.

Apr 22, 2024

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OPEN: Nova Member Survey 2024

You invest some time in shaping our services ➡️ we can better support your organisation. It's a win-win!

Apr 16, 2024

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Find specialist help with your finances

Finances are an essential part of any VCSE organisation – and can be intimidating.

Apr 12, 2024

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Survey: Can We Bank on The Banks?

Tell the Civil Society Group about your experiences of banking. Your story will help them continue to advocate for better banking services for voluntary organisations.

Apr 10, 2024

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Prosperous Together: Matchmaking You With Volunteer Support!

We're excited to be working with Prosper Wakefield District on their new campaign, Prosperous Together.

Apr 9, 2024

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Advocate Update: NHS App Drop Ins

Ross Grant, our VCSE Advocate attending The People's Panel, has got an update that could be important for the people your organisation supports.

Apr 9, 2024

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VCSE Health and Wellbeing Alliance Resource Library Launched

Each year, members of the VCSE Health and Wellbeing Alliance collaborate to undertake a range of health inequalities focused research and insight projects.

Apr 8, 2024

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Can you host the Building Bridges Community Project?

Yorkshire Air Ambulance are looking for other groups to deliver their fantastic Building Bridges sessions to, are you interested?

Apr 4, 2024

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Members, Important Email Coming Your Way

Our member survey for 2024 is open and we’re inviting you to complete it.

Mar 26, 2024

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Climate Grants Awarded to 12 VCSE Organisations

VCSE organisations are central to developing a neighbourhood approach to tackling the climate emergency, by bringing communities together to work towards common goals.

Mar 26, 2024

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Member Spotlight: Aphasia Support

Each month we showcase the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope you enjoy hearing from Aphasia Support!

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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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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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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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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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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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 Create An Impactful Comms Plan

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

Jul 20, 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 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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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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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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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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Action for Trustee Racial Diversity

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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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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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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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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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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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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