Voluntary Action Camden (VAC)

Voluntary Action Camden represents the voice and the heart of the #voluntary, #community and #charity sector in the London Borough of #Camden.

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One of VAC’s key roles is to help local residents and communities setup and manage groups, projects and activities that help address local needs and opportunities.

If you are looking for support, contact us today #CamdenVCS #WorkingTogether
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We've added a new resource to our website for voluntary and community groups, courtesy of Rocket Science.

Their toolkit has a step by step guide for setting up new monitoring, evaluation and learning processes so your organisation can understand and demonstrate your impact.

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We've got a new vacancy in our team!

This fixed role position for a Support Worker in our Community Links team is now open for applications. Please see the link for more information, and how to apply: https://t.co/PYyZCrus0R

We're accepting applications until 4th June!

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Excited for this one!

We're welcoming guest speaker and trainer Penny Wilson to our CEOs and Trustees network meeting on 22/06, where we'll be talking about how to have a stronger impact as a trustee 👊

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We're getting in there early with our runner recruitment for next year's London Marathon - read more about our offer here and spread the word with your fleet-footed friends!

https://t.co/2OTemUX284

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Do you like running? Do you like supporting charities?

Are you free in April 2027?

Contact us on [email protected] to let us know if you'd be interested, and find out more on our website.

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Thank you to Josh Knowles, local artist and illustrator who joined us for our recent strategy day with Healthwatch Camden.

It was great to have Josh with us for his visual representations of the important discussions we had around the future of healthcare and the NHS.

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📆 Sign up for events via the link in our bio!

If you have any ideas for training you'd like to see, contact us and we'll either create it or signpost you to someone who's already doing it.

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Our Safeguarding Lead Dianne sat down with Cllr Patricia Callaghan for an important conversation on women’s safety in Camden.

They explored what’s being done to shift attitudes and create safer public spaces.

🎧 Watch the podcast: https://t.co/PuPqmHhpti

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Reach out Camden provides tangible support for people who want to learn a new hobby, engage with fun and mindful activities or simply re-connect with their community.

A massive thank you to everyone who shared their experiences on camera. https://t.co/Nf7oh0JfNC

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It was fantastic to see everyone at our State of the Sector event last week... Thank you to everyone who contributed and attended to such a feel-good evening. We're very happy to be a part of your network :)

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Come along to our Celebration of the Sector event on 3rd December!

We'll be highlighting our own work plus that of our closest partners over the last year, and enjoying performances from Camden's Young People.

Get your tickets here: https://t.co/YYAiHdsC53

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Our Safeguarding Lead Dianne is recording a podcast on women and girls’ safety in Camden with Councillor Pat Callaghan, Cabinet Member for Safer Communities.

We want to hear your thoughts and questions for the podcast - please email [email protected] before the 10th December.

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Carers often miss out on the support they are entitled to.

Don't miss our session next Wednesday with special guest Camden Carers, all about identifying and providing support for those who spend their time looking after others.

https://t.co/WQ9zVRdmrn

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Some snaps from the recent Health Fair at the London Irish Centre - such a great opportunity to share our Community Links Program with local residents and to find out about other health services in Camden. And great to see some familiar faces too! 😍

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We're looking for volunteers to our Community Links program!

A great opportunity to learn more about local Heath and Wellbeing services. Previous volunteers have found health-related employment in the NHS and in private health services.

Find out more: https://t.co/yIug5zB690

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We've got loads of upcoming training - advanced safeguarding, gambling harms awareness, domestic abuse & disclosure... head to our website to find out more and book your place:

https://t.co/lEWwZe62rf

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Last call for our in person session tomorrow on Managing Your Finances!

For anyone managing money on behalf of a community group, voluntary organisation, or residents’ association.

Last few tickets available, sign up here:

https://t.co/Q688neoqJP

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There's still time to book on to our upcoming events, starting with Monday's CEO and Trustee Network Online Meeting!

Head to our website to find out more and reserve your place.

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Our membership is open to any VCS organisation operating in the borough of Camden!

Be the first to hear about our new training and workshops, and network with other organisations in your area.

For more information, click on the link in our bio.

#charity #vcs #camden

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One last thing before you log off for the weekend - your weekly VAC newsletter!

https://t.co/q9Y71vr5sJ