Research shows that BME and women trustees are significantly underrepresented in charity boardrooms. In response to this research and #CharitySoWhite, GCVS and CRER have launched an Equality Action Pledge to help third sector organisations take tangible steps towards tackling discrimination and under representation. We want to see a better society free from discrimination and its effect on inequalities. …
As Ramadan approaches, some of our members who are responding to the needs of their communities by delivering food parcels and warm meals, have reported that they are having difficulties supplying halal meat and products to the Muslim families and individuals they support. For this reason, the Network have asked Muslim groups and organisations for advice and …
UPDATED 24 March 2020 Corona Virus Update and Information Links Dear Members, As the Corona Virus hits Scotland harder, it’s becoming clearer that our work and home life as we know it must change. Coupled with the ongoing uncertainty around funding, this could be a stressful time for us all. It will be especially stressful …
We have recently launched our Training Calendar – courses are for members of North West Glasgow Voluntary Sector Network only and are free. Book your place now to avoid disappointment Autumn Free Training Timetable[12132]
The network is working in partnership with GCVS Capacity Building team, to offer members the opportunity to attend a Capacity Building surgery. These will run monthly, starting in September. Phil Broadley from the GCVS Capacity Building team will be located in a different area of the North West every month, where he’ll meet members to …
We asked members what training they wanted the Network to provide. Members asked the Network to provide some training for their volunteers. With that in mind, we employed the services of Glasgow Clyde College to deliver the Adult Achievement Awards. Adult Achievement Awards give learners the opportunity to gain a qualification for the learning they …
Applications are invited from local people, community groups and third sector organisations in Canal. The 3C Community Choices Canal Fund has £200,000 to invest in the Canal community. 3C is looking for applications from local community groups and third sector organisations, who can provide activities, projects and services to improve employability in Canal. 3C Community …
Glasgow City Council are conducting a review of the Integrated Grant Fund (IGF) with the aim of developing a new Fund that addresses current, emerging and future challenges. The review will be jointly undertaken by Glasgow City Council and partners in the Voluntary Sector including the Third Sector Interface. It is anticipated that the review …
North West Glasgow Voluntary Sector Network is helping to recruit a Citizen’s Panel in Canal Ward. We are looking for people from the local area, who are interested in being involved in deciding how best to spend a Council budget to improve employment, raise incomes and get people ready for work. If that is you, …
Last week saw the launch of the Third Sector and Glasgow City Council Concordat. This agreement pledges to support the development and sustainability of Third Sector Organisations in the city. NWGVSN will continue to work in the spirit of the Concordat, working together with our members and the Area Partnerships to ensure the Third Sector in the North …