The next Environment & Energy Network meeting takes place on Tuesday 14 October where we will be joined by David Chapman, Green Homes Lead, Solihull MBC who will be delivering Climate Reality Training.

Please join BVSC for a webinar to meet Children, Young People and Families National and Local Leads including from the Department for Education and Birmingham Children's Trust. Discuss developments and priorities across the Birmingham’s Children’s Young People and Families Sector and hear Sector Lead thoughts and views on working in partnership with the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector.

Brian Carr, BVSC Chief Executive provides a BVSC statement on Community Cohesion, offering support from BVSC, including convening a conversation on the VCFSE sector's role, and sharing a number of resources which Voluntary, Community Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector organisations can draw upon to support the people they serve.

Birmingham City Council has a new Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Health, Stuart Lackenby and a new Director of Public Health, Sally Burns. There will also be an opportunity to hear from Kal Kohli, Assistant Director, Early Intervention & Prevention. Please join BVSC for a webinar introducing them to Birmingham’s Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector and hearing their thoughts and views on working in partnership with the sector.

A new report explores the impact of Birmingham’s financial crisis on communities and offers a path forward to rebuild in line with the Birmingham City Vision. It calls on City leaders from all sectors to commit to a shared, values-led transformation rooted in transparency, collaboration, and collective accountability.

BVSC has welcomed the publication of the new Civil Society Covenant, which sets out a “new model of partnership between civil society and government”. The Covenant outlines a series of principles designed to foster understanding of the vital role played by civil society in the UK. The principles are recognition and value; partnership and collaboration; participation and inclusion; and transparency and data.

Birmingham Central Fund is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.

On Monday 14 July, join Rob Avann, Orchard Park Consulting, as he provides a masterclass in how to go about reviewing your governance, key issues to spot and actions to take, and why this is so important for funders. Good governance is one of the key pillars funders look for as a pass/fail item for your funding bids. It's not about structures and processes - it's about people, diligence, decision making, caring about those you're there to support and ensuring that you work well together.

The next Environment & Energy Network meeting takes place on Tuesday 15 July, 1pm – 2.30pm and we will be discussing the UK’s progress on reducing emissions and what we can do to support emissions reduction in our communities.

The National Lottery Community Fund team will be joining us on Monday to discuss their newly revamped funding strategy and how your organisation can make a successful application. As one of the most prominent and accessible charitable funders in the UK, this webinar should not be missed!

The BrumEnergy consortium, a partnership of Birmingham-based voluntary and community organisations, has secured a £500,000 contract through National Energy Action (NEA)’s Warm Homes, Healthy Futures programme, extending its work to support residents living in cold, damp, and energy-inefficient homes.

Do you support people with long-term health conditions or disabilities, whether through health or social care, community services, or Voluntary, Community, Faith & Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector work? Join us for a free online session to find out how the new BrumEnergy Warm Homes, Healthy Futures project can help the people you work with – and how you can become a referral partner.

We have a brilliant Crowdfunding theme planned for this latest session, requested by many of our regulars. Firstly, we'll hear from ChangeKitchen about a successful Crowdfunding campaign they developed. Then from The Crowdfunding Coach, Bertie Herrtage, on how to approach Crowdfunding and some top tips for success.

Within our building, Latham House, we have newly refurbished office space available to rent. Our fully refurbished offices are perfectly located opposite the new Paradise development, just a 5-minute walk from New Street Station and close to major transport links. Latham House External view from  Paradise Street Entrance and lobby Refurbished  offices Refurbished office space (available to rent) Our office accommodation includes: Quality City Centre office space with rents from just £19 per sq ft Highly sought after location overlooking Paradise Development Scheme EPC 'C' rating Manned reception, 08:00 - 18:00, Monday to Friday Excellent transportation links Open plan floor plates LED Lighting New VRF heating and cooling system Demised kitchen facilities Abundance of local amenities Good levels of natural daylight 2 passenger lifts to all floors DDA Compliant Full fibre connectivity 24/7 access On-site parking (limited) Secure basement cycle racks and shower facilities Latham House is located at 33-34 Paradise Street, Birmingham, B1 2AJ.  Find us on Google Maps. Download a brochure below and book a tour today! Download our brochure The refurbishment of Latham House has been supported by funding from The Key Fund.

The Shaping Birmingham's Future Together (SBFT) Marketplace is a unique opportunity to connect with local service providers, local organisations and community and faith partners.

BVSC, Closing date: 3 July

We need a DJ to volunteer for a community intergenerational cultural gathering that focuses on empowering young people with etiquette, morals and values.

Refugee Week is the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, resilience, and creativity of refugees. Each year, thousands of independently organised events take place globally. Explore what’s happening near you by browsing through the calendar below.

Join your community in a dynamic 'World Café' event, to share your experiences of extreme weather and explore its impact together!

Win a Nintendo Switch 2 gaming bundle in our June Super Draw