Sandwell Council of Voluntary Organisations - SCVO. Supporting the Growth of Community Action in Sandwell.

Get Funded To Connect With OthersPublished on 1st March, 2010

If you are a voluntary and community organisation with aspirations to: Pursue a new trading idea Learn about the delivery of public services under contract Use a loan to increase your capacity to do either of the above. Then you should check out the Only Connect visit scheme, which allows  voluntary and ... Read more...

Carer’s Awareness TrainingPublished on 18th February, 2010

The Adult and Community Services Learning Unit are holding Carer's Awareness Training which is open to staff or volunteers from voluntary or community organisations, and is free of charge.  The aim of the training is to raise awareness of carers' issues ensuring that professionals and organisations understand the issues that impact ... Read more...

Delivering Health Care Closer to HomePublished on 18th February, 2010

On the 23rd November 2009, SCVO jointly organised an event with Sandwell Primary Care Trust to update the voluntary and community sector on the PCT's Right Care Right Here Programme (Formerly Towards 2010).  The Programme plans to change the way health and social care services are delivered.  It is working to ... Read more...

“Every Child Matters” Briefing Session

Open to all the Voluntary and Community Sector (FREE Buffet lunch will be provided)  Thursday 4th March 2010 From 12.00 noon – 1.30 pm Tipton Sports Academy Wednesbury Oak Road Tipton     DY4 0BS This Briefing Event will allow you to meet, talk and ask questions in an informal atmosphere about what is ... Read more...

Safeguarding And The Law – Are You Prepared?Published on 2nd February, 2010

On Tuesday 2nd March 2010 SCVO, Sandwell Volunteer Centre and Centrepoint Disclosure are holding a briefing event to help voluntary and community organisations understand changes in legislation for the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Read more...

Double Your Money Offer To Support Your CommunityPublished on 1st February, 2010

SCVO is appealing to Sandwell companies and residents to help raise a new community fund that can provide grant funding for community groups and activities for generations to come.  All donations to the Sandwell Grassroots Community Fund are currently being matched pound for pound by the Government.  Read more...

Sandwell Churches Link 2010 ConferencePublished on 27th January, 2010

Sandwell Churches Link are holding a conference on Thursday 18th February 2010 from 9.30am to 2.00pm at Sandwell Council Chamber, Freeth Street, Oldbury.  The theme for the conference is "supporting young Sandwell: Churches Mission with Young Volunteers.  Giving them the right skills for today". Read more...

Introduction to Sustainable Funding Training EventPublished on 27th January, 2010

Dudley CVS is hosting a 1 day training course on Thursday 25th February on 'Introduction to Sustainable Funding'.  This course is being delivered by specialist trainers from NCVO's Sustainble Funding Project.  In light of the current climate the course is invaluable for helping VCOs to explore diversifying their funding mix. Read more...

SCVO Has Moved To West BromwichPublished on 4th January, 2010

A new year and a new home for SCVO!  The office of SCVO re-opened on 4th January 2010 at a new location in West Bromwich.  Contact details for the new office are as follows:- SCVO 1st Floor, Landchard House Victoria Street West Bromwich B70 8ER Tel: 0121 525 1127 Fax: 0121 525 4777 Read more...

**STOP PRESS** Workshop On ESF Community GrantsPublished on 18th December, 2009

The European Social Fund (ESF) and Black Country Learning and Skills Council has opened its third round of Community Grants aimed at extending employment opportunities for all.  A workshop to provide advice and guidance to applicants is being held at 4.00 pm on Tuesday 12th January 2010 at Black Country Consortium (DY5 1LW).  Contact Toni Hickman on 01384 471 160 for more details. Read more...