West Lindsey Voluntary Sector Forum

Summary:

Join us on Wednesday 11th December 2024 at our West Lindsey Voluntary Sector Forum for an exciting in-person event bringing together local organisations.

This Event is Open to

Individuals and organisations in the voluntary sector.

Dates & Times

Wednesday 11th December 2024

10:30am to 12:30pm

Venue

Uphills Community Centre
Riseholme Road
Gainsborough
DN21 1YX

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Price, Tickets and How to Book

This event is free.

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Event Details

Join us on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm for the West Lindsey Voluntary Sector Forum at Uphills Community Centre, Riseholme Road, Gainsborough, DN21 1YX.

This exciting event is a fantastic opportunity for individuals and organisations in the voluntary sector to come together, share ideas, and collaborate.

At the forum, you’ll have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced professionals, and gain valuable insights into the voluntary sector. Whether you’re a volunteer, a representative of a voluntary organization, or simply interested in getting involved, this event is for you!

During the morning, there will be a chance to network and hear from local speakers. You’ll have the chance to explore key topics, exchange best practices, and discover new ways to make a positive impact on our community.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge, build connections, and contribute to the growth of the voluntary sector. Mark your calendars and join us at the West Lindsey Voluntary Sector Forum in December 2024.

Agenda

• 10:30am – Welcome and introductions
• 10:35am to 10:45am – Voluntary Centre Services updates: hear about the latest happenings in the world of volunteering, group development and social prescribing at Voluntary Centre Services.
• 10:45am to 11:00am – Ruth Gibbsmith – Shed Development Officer, East Midlands, UK Men’s Sheds Association: UKMSA are looking for organisations who are interested in setting up Men’s Sheds in Lincolnshire. – Are you a group who would like to set up a shed? – Have you got service users who would enjoy attending? – Do you have an interest in reducing isolation and improving wellbeing? – Have you got a space suitable to host a shed? – Do you have lots of questions?
• 11:00am to 11:15am – Andy Mitchell, Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire: Andy will be giving a presentation on “An introduction to gambling harms”.
• 11:15am to 11:30am – Break and networking time: Grab a cuppa, have something to eat and have a chat.
• 11:30am to 11:45am – Hannah Furnish, Lincolnshire Action Trust: Hannah will talk about Women RISE – a new Trauma Informed service for women and girls involved in, or at risk of involvement in, the criminal justice system.
• 11:45am to 12:20pm – Around the room: Time to showcase any activities that you are doing to the room.
• 12:20pm to 12:30pm – Wrap up and networking.