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Celebrating 95 years of Black History Month
Celebrating 95 years of Black History Month
 22 Feb 21

February 2021 celebrates 95 years since recognition of Black History Month, which began in the United States. Black History Month is intended to recognise the contribution and achievements of black […]
What if everyone had what they needed to thrive? Latest news and updates!
What if everyone had what they needed to thrive? Latest news and updates!
 28 Jan 21

Back in December, 70 people from across the Black Country & West Birmingham joined the first ‘What if everyone had what they needed to thrive’ workshop. The ‘listening event’ explored […]
Headway Appoints New Chief Officer
Headway Appoints New Chief Officer
 22 Jan 21

Following the retirement of Stephen Phipps after just over 8 years as Headway’s Chief Officer, they are delighted to announce the appointment of Claire Dale to the role. Claire will […]
Volunteer Expenses Made ‘App-y’!
Volunteer Expenses Made ‘App-y’!

Digital start-up vHelp has launched a new app-based service that makes it quicker and cheaper to reimburse volunteers’ expenses. vHelp Expenses allows volunteers to submit their expense claims through their […]
Charities Expect Innovation and Digital Growth to Outlast the Pandemic
Charities Expect Innovation and Digital Growth to Outlast the Pandemic
 11 Jan 21

Civil Society News in their latest article discuss the findings from their Charity Charity Tracker research which was produced in partnership with Charity Finance Group and the Chartered Institute of […]
Dorothy Parkes Centre Secures £17,704 Funding from Postcode Local Trust for Community Allotment Plot
Dorothy Parkes Centre Secures £17,704 Funding from Postcode Local Trust for Community Allotment Plot
 18 Dec 20

Families, community groups, and volunteers across Smethwick and neighbouring areas will benefit from a Community Allotment Plot project which is continuing thanks to funding from the Postcode Local Trust, a […]
Urgent Message from Brushstrokes
Urgent Message from Brushstrokes
 16 Dec 20

We are aware that a high number of residents have not applied for either Pre Settled or Settled status or having secured Pre-Settled Status have not applied for Settled Status. […]
How the UK Leaving the EU Will Affect Data Protection
How the UK Leaving the EU Will Affect Data Protection
 15 Dec 20

NCVO in their latest article explain how leaving the EU at 11pm on 31st December 2020 will end the transition period of the UK leaving the EU and at this […]
Harvesting Success – Invitation to Black Country Women’s Aid’s AGM
Harvesting Success – Invitation to Black Country Women’s Aid’s AGM
 03 Dec 20

Black Country Women’s Aid would like to invite you to our AGM.  The AGM is taking place on Wednesday 9th December 2020 from 11.00am – 12pm via Zoom. where we’ll […]
16 Days of Action – help is available for victims of domestic abuse during Covid-19
16 Days of Action – help is available for victims of domestic abuse during Covid-19
 25 Nov 20

Sandwell Council and the Sandwell Domestic Abuse Strategic Partnership are taking part in the United Nations 16 Days of Activism campaign (25 November – 10 December) to tackle gender-based violence. […]
Championing Digital Inclusion
Championing Digital Inclusion
 23 Nov 20

Charity Digital News explains why charities should be championing digital inclusion to ensure members of their community aren’t being left behind. Often charities are at the forefront of social change […]
Saying Thank You to The Right People
Saying Thank You to The Right People

It is important that you remember to say thank you to your supporters, as this is the most common reason why supporters stop making donations to your cause and/or organisation. […]