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Latest volunteering opportunities notified to HVA can be found at http://www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org/index.php?q=node/88

You can still book a FREE place at an East Sussex “Transport for Life” Conference on 20th September. All welcome to attend and hear about current plans and projects and take part in discussions, workshops and the Transport Fair. Lunch and refreshments provided as well as support with getting to the event. For more information visit www.askcasper.org.uk/speakup/transport or call Miriam on 01273 482 832.
 

Here is a reminder to start thinking about applications to the next round of the Small Grants Scheme, administered by Hastings Voluntary Action on behalf of Hastings Borough Council and Hastings & Rother Primary Care Trust. Local voluntary / community groups can apply for up to £500 to support activities that enhance the quality of Hastings and St Leonards residents’ lives and increase their involvement in the community.

Money can be used for a wide variety of uses, although applications with specific health benefits (such as increasing physical activity or encouraging
a healthier lifestyle) will especially welcome.

The deadline for the next round is 29th September, which might sound like a long way away. However, that gives you time to give careful thought to your bid and to read the guidance notes thoroughly. It is invariably the obviously rushed bids, written without due reference to the guidance, that find themselves at the bottom of the ...

Volunteering England’s Volunteer Management Portal acts as a gateway to the world of volunteer management with links to over a thousand resources and information on support, training and development opportunities for people managing volunteers.
http://www.volunteering.org.uk/vmportal

Free stalls to members of the Hastings and Rother Health and Social Care Forum and Hastings Voluntary Action - Saturday 4th September- Alexandra Park

As one of the largest VCS networks locally, the Hastings and Rother Health and Social Care Forum together with Hastings Voluntary Action have negotiated a deal with the Day at The Park people, I-Candy and Eat@ for 20 member organizations to have a stall at their stylish event at Alexandra Park, for FREE!  As part of our remit to help voluntary and community organizations  promote their services, we have blocked booked 20 stalls which will go to the first 20 organizations that fill out and return the booking form to us at HVA (priority will be given to HVA members!)

We know how important it is for small organizations to get out there and spread the word to the public about the different ways community and voluntary organizations can support and help people with health and social care needs.  Day at the ...

Hosted by the E.Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Monday 6 September, Education Centre, Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 10.00 am. – 12 noon

To book place or for more information please contact:
kim.cawdell@sussexpartnership.nhs.uk Or phone 01903 843038

Further details:
http://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/public/consultations/

The next Hastings Volunteer Co-ordinators’ Forum is on Tuesday 14th September at Hastings Voluntary Action from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

The Forum is for people who manage, co-ordinate or work with volunteers as part of their responsibilities and is facilitated by Hastings Voluntary Action and Volunteer Centre East Sussex.

For more information, the flyer can be downloaded from http://www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org/index.php?q=node/461
If you wish to attend please contact Su Reece, County Volunteering Support Officer on 07538780776 or email susan.reece@3va.org.uk  

This is a briefing from East Sussex Adult Social Care for anyone providing care and support services, now or in the future. It is the second bulletin, designed to provide information about Putting People First and personalisation to current and potential service providers.

You can download the bulletin by clicking on the following link http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/socialcare/adults/puttingpeoplefirst/ppfpro... . Alternatively, you can request a hard copy at peoplefirst@eastsussex.gov.uk.

Feedback to:  peoplefirst@eastsussex.gov.uk
 

Insurer Zurich has launched a new insurance policy aimed at small, local charities and community groups. The firm has partnered with the National Association for Voluntary and Community Action (NAVCA) to provide a policy, which includes liability cover up to £10 million. In order to qualify, organisations must have a turnover of less than £5,000 and no paid employees. To read more on this story go to:
http://www.civilsociety.co.uk/finance/news/content/7069/low-cost_insurance_for_local_charities_launched

Migration and immigration, the movement and flow of people into and between countries and continents, is a complex and emotionally charged issue. Frequently it generates misinformation, fears and hostility. This day provides an opportunity to explore fact and fiction and join an informed debate on the issues.
(Lunch and refreshments provided)
Saturday 18th of September from 10am - 4pm at St Matthews Church Hall, London Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea TN37 6PD
(funding for support with travel and childcare available)
For more information or to book a place please contact: Joan Pugh 01424 444686 or John Hawes on 01424 732673

The August 2010 edition of Hastings Community News was sent out by email earlier this week. If you don't get sent a copy by email each month, you can now dowload this edition at:
http://www.hastingsvoluntaryaction.org/index.php?q=node/17
If you want to pick up a paper copy, you can do this during office hours from our office in Hastings.

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