Tackling Poverty Forum

Posted on October 28, 2016

The final Third Sector Tackling Poverty Forum meeting of 2016 will be held on Monday 7^th November, 2pm – 4pm at CVS Falkirk’s office, Unit 6, Callendar Business Park, FK1 1XR.

Lilian Delaney from Home Energy Scotland (HES) will be attending the meeting to provide an overview of HES’ different workstreams, which could help people improve their energy efficiency, saving money at both work and home. There will also be an opportunity to discuss shared issues, knowledge and experience, and network with colleagues working in the local area.

For further information, please visit the dedicated Tackling Poverty Forum webpage. Alternatively, contact David Gardener by phone: 01324 692010, or email: David@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

P4P Introduction to Collaboration Workshop

Partnership for Procurement (P4P) has announced a new online “Introduction to Collaboration” workshop on Thursday 27th May, 10am – 12pm. The workshop aims to provide an opportunity to learn about the benefits and challenges of collaboration, joint tendering and consortium models. The workshop is free to attend, but spaces are limited and booking is essential.

Off the Bench Programme: Referrals Open

Off the Bench is a 16 week (one day per week) programme for young people aged 18 – 24 year olds who have committed or are likely to commit offences, or engage in anti-social behaviour. The programme begins on Wednesday 9th June, with a deadline for referrals of Wednesday 2nd June. Please note that all referrals must be submitted by an organisation (including public and third sector groups and organisations), as self-referral is not possible for the young person.

Discover Digital Engagement Grants

The ALLIANCE’s Digital Health and Care team is inviting third sector groups and organisations across Scotland to get involved in planning the next stages of Discover Digital. To help with this, they have reopened their small fund for grants of up to £1,750. The grant aims to enable the third sector to carry out engagement around the information and resources needed for wider awareness, understanding and uptake of digital wellbeing, health and care tools. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 24th May.

The Falkirk Plan: Engaging With People With Disabilities

After speaking with local communities and groups last month on the new 10 year Falkirk Plan, Falkirk CPP is now particularly looking for the views and perspectives of people who have a disability, along with their family members and support workers. They will host an online meeting on Monday 24th May, 7pm – 9pm, for this purpose.