Thursday, 24 December 2009
Future jobs fund - DVSC are taking on 4 new employees
Application has been made to Jobcentreplus for four people to join DVSC carrying out various administrative and financial functions across the 3 sites in Flintshire (Mold) and Denbighshire (Ruthin and Rhyl). They will all be taken for an initial period of 6 months. We are hoping that all of the people we employ will find long term employment - that is our new year wish or at least one of them. The other wishes we have passed to Father Christmas.
A community pub - now there's a thought
Social Enterprise are two words that regularly trip off the tongue and are uttered by many people and when you hear them you naturally think of food co-ops, furniture recycling and the like. Well I bet not many people think of community pubs , that is a pub that is owned and run by the community. I was told about just such a pub this last week and intend going to visit early in the NewYear because I am sure there are things we can learn that can be used to help support communities elsewhere in Denbighshire. I will keep you posted.
http://www.llanarmon.com/news/view/are_we_all_raven_mad/
One of the issues that this recession is bringing is that more and more of us will have to think of funding other than through grants so the more we can "trade" our way forward the better as that will be the way we will succeed. Trading doesn't always mean buying and selling goods although for a community pub it does mean selling beer etc but for other organisations it will be selling their services to local authorities, local health boards, perhaps local businesses etc because we do have a wealth of experience in delivering much needed local public services and whats more we are far more cost effective than some of statutory colleagues and therefore given half a chance at tendering for the various contracts will prove to be a godsend to many third sector organisations. DVSC are certainly going this route as our very survival exists on that strategy. Of course in going that route it makes sense to join up with fellow organisations in a joint , collaborative tender which provides for a much stronger service as the breadth of experience is that much greater as are the economies of scale. So here again DVSC will be encouraging those organisations that partner up given the benefits of what they call sustainability which in layman's terms means being around and active for years to come.
Finally for those interested in the community pub, it is in Llanarmon and the web link is as follows
http://www.llanarmon.com/news/view/are_we_all_raven_mad/ and of course a personal visit will also help their funds and keep them in business for the local community.
http://www.llanarmon.com/news/view/are_we_all_raven_mad/
One of the issues that this recession is bringing is that more and more of us will have to think of funding other than through grants so the more we can "trade" our way forward the better as that will be the way we will succeed. Trading doesn't always mean buying and selling goods although for a community pub it does mean selling beer etc but for other organisations it will be selling their services to local authorities, local health boards, perhaps local businesses etc because we do have a wealth of experience in delivering much needed local public services and whats more we are far more cost effective than some of statutory colleagues and therefore given half a chance at tendering for the various contracts will prove to be a godsend to many third sector organisations. DVSC are certainly going this route as our very survival exists on that strategy. Of course in going that route it makes sense to join up with fellow organisations in a joint , collaborative tender which provides for a much stronger service as the breadth of experience is that much greater as are the economies of scale. So here again DVSC will be encouraging those organisations that partner up given the benefits of what they call sustainability which in layman's terms means being around and active for years to come.
Finally for those interested in the community pub, it is in Llanarmon and the web link is as follows
http://www.llanarmon.com/news/view/are_we_all_raven_mad/ and of course a personal visit will also help their funds and keep them in business for the local community.
Merry Xmas and Happy New Year to you all..
and thank you all for your kind comments regarding my blog. I will try and keep it going in 2010.
Sunday, 20 December 2009
BIG Lifeskills tender has been posted...
Well after a lot of effort and tweaking the tender and spreadsheets are completed and we have finally posted the tender for £657,000 which if successful will support 290 carers and former carers over the next 4 years in denbighshire.
My thanks go to Lynne Simpkin from NEWCIS who has put in endless hours of work on the tender and in fact spent all of this week finishing it off even though her contracted hours are only for 21. Also because we need the young carers perspective we have had terrific support and input from from Roma, Julie and Alun from Action for Children. To top it off we have had a lot of information from Brenda at Rhuddlan Environment Group, Denbighshire Citizens Advice Bureau and Clwydfro. Disappointingly Business in the Community were unable to continue to work with us and so we are are grateful to Jobcentreplus for their support in linking us to employers and further education colleges.
Whilst the sum of the tender is great we were under significant cost pressures as the support provided to carers and former carers is by its very nature very labour intensive . However the figure suggested by BIG Lottery of £2272 per carer and former carer has been met in our budget. Its a shame we didn't have the same level as set for care leavers because that figure was £4750 per care leaver a whole £2500 more per person.
Not to worry, we just wait and see the outcome as we should hear by end of January 2010.
My thanks go to Lynne Simpkin from NEWCIS who has put in endless hours of work on the tender and in fact spent all of this week finishing it off even though her contracted hours are only for 21. Also because we need the young carers perspective we have had terrific support and input from from Roma, Julie and Alun from Action for Children. To top it off we have had a lot of information from Brenda at Rhuddlan Environment Group, Denbighshire Citizens Advice Bureau and Clwydfro. Disappointingly Business in the Community were unable to continue to work with us and so we are are grateful to Jobcentreplus for their support in linking us to employers and further education colleges.
Whilst the sum of the tender is great we were under significant cost pressures as the support provided to carers and former carers is by its very nature very labour intensive . However the figure suggested by BIG Lottery of £2272 per carer and former carer has been met in our budget. Its a shame we didn't have the same level as set for care leavers because that figure was £4750 per care leaver a whole £2500 more per person.
Not to worry, we just wait and see the outcome as we should hear by end of January 2010.
Wednesday, 16 December 2009
Its like buses everything is coming at once.
I haven't been out of the office for the last few days and the number of emails I issue have reduced and I am sure people must be wondering why? Well its to do with a number of jobs all with similar deadlines - yesterday.
Firstly we had to submit by end of last week our delivery plan to the Welsh Assembly Government which is a new streamlined report setting out our activities and targets for next financial year coming in total to over 70 performance indicators some of which are output based and others based on outcomes.
Secondly preparing for the Board today a brand new business plan in which we have ,over the last few months , revisited everything from mission statement through to strategic objectives and detailed work programme. We will need , in the New Year, discuss the draft plan with our members, funders and third sector groups generally to check that what we see as the issues and solutions are valid and if need be make changes before going live with the new 3 year plan on 1.4.2010.
Thirdly working on two funding bids. One we are at the invitation to tender stage which is a mammoth of a document asking everything conceivable , that has to be completed by this Friday and sent off by special delivery. The second bid at the PQQ stage (preliminary qualification questionnaire) has to be written and submitted before Xmas otherwise there won't be any turkey for me. Both the ITT and PQQ are related to the Big Lottery Life skills project and projects are valued individually at around £650,000 so as you can imagine the effort has to go in.
Fourthly preparing a document for the Board today to seek approval to secure permanent accommodation in West Rhyl given that we have moved or changed/added offices three times in last 3 years due to growth both at DVSC and NEWCIS. I am pleased to report that the Board have approved the next stage which is to identify the location and carry out due diligence which means putting a business case together and securing the funding which again will take time and energy.
The above are all jobs over and above our day job which is supporting, promoting and developing third sector groups and I have to say the level of enquiries coming through the door is increasing significantly so we must be doing something right because we are getting more and more clients than ever.
I always find the needs of the community organisations fascinating in that for example I met with one organisation just over a week ago and am now helping them develop a community cafe , we are at business plan stage and having done some research I find that a Voluntary Council in South Wales has also opened up a community cafe so luckily for me I have someone that can provide me with a specimen business plan and because they are now open for business can tell me some of the snags they encountered - all in a days work when it comes to helping local organisations .
Tomorrow who knows what we will be asked to help with ?
Firstly we had to submit by end of last week our delivery plan to the Welsh Assembly Government which is a new streamlined report setting out our activities and targets for next financial year coming in total to over 70 performance indicators some of which are output based and others based on outcomes.
Secondly preparing for the Board today a brand new business plan in which we have ,over the last few months , revisited everything from mission statement through to strategic objectives and detailed work programme. We will need , in the New Year, discuss the draft plan with our members, funders and third sector groups generally to check that what we see as the issues and solutions are valid and if need be make changes before going live with the new 3 year plan on 1.4.2010.
Thirdly working on two funding bids. One we are at the invitation to tender stage which is a mammoth of a document asking everything conceivable , that has to be completed by this Friday and sent off by special delivery. The second bid at the PQQ stage (preliminary qualification questionnaire) has to be written and submitted before Xmas otherwise there won't be any turkey for me. Both the ITT and PQQ are related to the Big Lottery Life skills project and projects are valued individually at around £650,000 so as you can imagine the effort has to go in.
Fourthly preparing a document for the Board today to seek approval to secure permanent accommodation in West Rhyl given that we have moved or changed/added offices three times in last 3 years due to growth both at DVSC and NEWCIS. I am pleased to report that the Board have approved the next stage which is to identify the location and carry out due diligence which means putting a business case together and securing the funding which again will take time and energy.
The above are all jobs over and above our day job which is supporting, promoting and developing third sector groups and I have to say the level of enquiries coming through the door is increasing significantly so we must be doing something right because we are getting more and more clients than ever.
I always find the needs of the community organisations fascinating in that for example I met with one organisation just over a week ago and am now helping them develop a community cafe , we are at business plan stage and having done some research I find that a Voluntary Council in South Wales has also opened up a community cafe so luckily for me I have someone that can provide me with a specimen business plan and because they are now open for business can tell me some of the snags they encountered - all in a days work when it comes to helping local organisations .
Tomorrow who knows what we will be asked to help with ?
Sunday, 13 December 2009
Funding from Heritage Lottery Fund - Skills for the future - is this funding for you?
If you need any help applying just contact us at Ruthin - Emyr will be more than happy to help you. Telephone 01824 702441.
The following is taken direct from the Lottery web site.
Skills for the future Programme budget : £100,000 to £1million
Skills for the Future will fund projects which provide paid training placements to meet a skills gap in the heritage sector, and fully support trainees to learn practical skills.
It will fund traditional conservation training and also the skills needed to engage people with heritage. This could include the skills to deliver education, community participation or volunteering programmes, or to use new media and technology to open up heritage.
Programme priorities
We welcome applications from organisations which can deliver training opportunities in heritage that are additional to current or recent provision. Partnerships – for example of community and voluntary organisations, professional bodies and learning and training providers – can also apply.
We give priority to not-for-profit organisations. If private sector organisations are involved, we expect the public benefit to be greater than any private gain.
Application processTimetable
There is only one opportunity to apply to Skills for the Future. The closing date is 19 March 2010. You can now register and apply online. Awards will be made in May 2010.
Help with your applicationWe will provide help before you apply. Please read our online guidance and complete a pre-application form. We encourage you to attend a pre-application workshop in one of the following locations:
Swansea, on 4 December 2009 FULL
London, on 7 December 2009 FULL
Comber, Northern Ireland, on 9 December 2009
Leeds, on 10 December 2009 FULL
Edinburgh, on 11 December 2009
London, on 14 January 2010
Birmingham, on 15 January 2010
To register your interest in the programme or to sign up for a pre-application workshop, please email your full contact details to: skills@hlf.org.uk
The following is taken direct from the Lottery web site.
Skills for the future Programme budget : £100,000 to £1million
Skills for the Future will fund projects which provide paid training placements to meet a skills gap in the heritage sector, and fully support trainees to learn practical skills.
It will fund traditional conservation training and also the skills needed to engage people with heritage. This could include the skills to deliver education, community participation or volunteering programmes, or to use new media and technology to open up heritage.
Programme priorities
We welcome applications from organisations which can deliver training opportunities in heritage that are additional to current or recent provision. Partnerships – for example of community and voluntary organisations, professional bodies and learning and training providers – can also apply.
We give priority to not-for-profit organisations. If private sector organisations are involved, we expect the public benefit to be greater than any private gain.
Application processTimetable
There is only one opportunity to apply to Skills for the Future. The closing date is 19 March 2010. You can now register and apply online. Awards will be made in May 2010.
Help with your applicationWe will provide help before you apply. Please read our online guidance and complete a pre-application form. We encourage you to attend a pre-application workshop in one of the following locations:
Swansea, on 4 December 2009 FULL
London, on 7 December 2009 FULL
Comber, Northern Ireland, on 9 December 2009
Leeds, on 10 December 2009 FULL
Edinburgh, on 11 December 2009
London, on 14 January 2010
Birmingham, on 15 January 2010
To register your interest in the programme or to sign up for a pre-application workshop, please email your full contact details to: skills@hlf.org.uk
Congratulations to Carl Sargeant A.M. for Alyn and Deeside, North Wales
To hear that First Minister Carwyn Jones has appointed Carl Sargeant A.M. for Alyn and Deeside as Minister for Social Justice and Local Government is fantastic news for North Wales and the appointment is well deserved as Carl has worked tirelessly for his constituency and beyond.
I am sure Carl has been inundated with best wishes and at DVSC we would like to add our congratulations to that long list
I am sure Carl has been inundated with best wishes and at DVSC we would like to add our congratulations to that long list
Vetting and barring scheme to be amended - good news for voluntary and community groups
Children's Secretary Ed Balls said he had accepted all the recommendations of an independent review into the plans which would have involved thousands of adults having to undergo.
The proposals triggered a massive public outcry when it emerged adults who give other children lifts to clubs or sports events would have to undergo criminal records checks and register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
The scheme was aimed at preventing paedophiles working with children.
But voluntary organisations said the move would deter volunteers from giving their time.
Under the new plans adults will only be vetted if they come into contact with the same group of children once a week or more, rather than once a month as under the present arrangements.
Teenagers under the age of 18 will also be exempt from registering with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS).
Sources at the Department for Children, Schools, and Families said the fundamental principles of VBS remained intact.
They said that even under the existing rules, parents who made private arrangements to look after each other's children, such as taking them to football, were not affected by VBS.
Mr Balls ordered the review by Sir Roger Singleton, chairman of the Independent Safeguarding Authority, and Sir Roger will publish his recommendations on Monday.
In a letter to Sir Roger, Mr Balls said: "It has always been our intention that mutually agreed and responsible arrangements made between parents and friends for the care of their children should be excluded from the Vetting and Barring Scheme.
"However, some significant concerns have been expressed about the interpretation of one particular aspect of the scheme; the degree of contact with children which should trigger the requirement to register.
"I am reassured by the progress you have made over the past three months.
"I am therefore pleased to confirm that the Government accepts all of your recommendations."
The scheme was recommended after the murders in Soham of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman by the caretaker at their school, Ian Huntley.
The proposals triggered a massive public outcry when it emerged adults who give other children lifts to clubs or sports events would have to undergo criminal records checks and register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
The scheme was aimed at preventing paedophiles working with children.
But voluntary organisations said the move would deter volunteers from giving their time.
Under the new plans adults will only be vetted if they come into contact with the same group of children once a week or more, rather than once a month as under the present arrangements.
Teenagers under the age of 18 will also be exempt from registering with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS).
Sources at the Department for Children, Schools, and Families said the fundamental principles of VBS remained intact.
They said that even under the existing rules, parents who made private arrangements to look after each other's children, such as taking them to football, were not affected by VBS.
Mr Balls ordered the review by Sir Roger Singleton, chairman of the Independent Safeguarding Authority, and Sir Roger will publish his recommendations on Monday.
In a letter to Sir Roger, Mr Balls said: "It has always been our intention that mutually agreed and responsible arrangements made between parents and friends for the care of their children should be excluded from the Vetting and Barring Scheme.
"However, some significant concerns have been expressed about the interpretation of one particular aspect of the scheme; the degree of contact with children which should trigger the requirement to register.
"I am reassured by the progress you have made over the past three months.
"I am therefore pleased to confirm that the Government accepts all of your recommendations."
The scheme was recommended after the murders in Soham of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman by the caretaker at their school, Ian Huntley.
Vetting and barring scheme to be amended - good news for voluntary and community groups
LATEST NEWS..............................................
Children's Secretary Ed Balls said he had accepted all the recommendations of an independent review into the plans which would have involved thousands of adults , who currently give other children lifts to clubs or sporting events,undergoing criminal records checks and registering with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
Voluntary organisations had said when the original proposals were put forward that the move would deter volunteers from giving their time.
Under the new plans adults will only be vetted if they come into contact with the same group of children once a week or more, rather than once a month as under the present arrangements.
Teenagers under the age of 18 will also be exempt from registering with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS).
Mr Balls ordered the review by Sir Roger Singleton, chairman of the Independent Safeguarding Authority, and Sir Roger will publish his recommendations tomorrow.
Children's Secretary Ed Balls said he had accepted all the recommendations of an independent review into the plans which would have involved thousands of adults , who currently give other children lifts to clubs or sporting events,undergoing criminal records checks and registering with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
Voluntary organisations had said when the original proposals were put forward that the move would deter volunteers from giving their time.
Under the new plans adults will only be vetted if they come into contact with the same group of children once a week or more, rather than once a month as under the present arrangements.
Teenagers under the age of 18 will also be exempt from registering with the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS).
Mr Balls ordered the review by Sir Roger Singleton, chairman of the Independent Safeguarding Authority, and Sir Roger will publish his recommendations tomorrow.
Thursday, 10 December 2009
Congratulations Barnardo's Denbighshire
Yet again another success story for the Third Sector in Denbighshire. Glenys Griffiths and her team have just told me they have been successful with their recent tender in winning the care leavers contract for Denbighshire under the Lifeskills programme run by Big Lottery.
Well done and here's to the next contract coming to Denbighshire to continue the story of Third Sector investment in our communities.
Well done and here's to the next contract coming to Denbighshire to continue the story of Third Sector investment in our communities.
Tuesday, 8 December 2009
Funding - do you remember the EHRC strategic funding?
This was the pot of money managed by the Equality and Human Rights Commission. I have just had the list of successful bidders hoping to see some local third sector organisations qualify. Unfortunately I was disappointed . Only 5 successful applicants in Wales totalling £533,450. Amount awarded across the UK was £ 9,989,534 . In total 61 successful entries. Unfortunately our bid was rejected which is a shame because we will have to close the Advocacy service for Older People in March 2010 and had we been successful that service would have continued.
How many more valued third sector services are we losing due to lack of funding?
How many more valued third sector services are we losing due to lack of funding?
Communities First Trust Fund- Rhyl West - money is going fast...........
It seems people are reading my emails and blogs by the fact the amount of money available in Communities First Trust Fund has reduced from a few months ago when it stood at £10,000 to the new balance now of £1911.51 and it is still not too late to apply for money. Remember if it is not spent it will go back to Welsh Assembly Government. Deadline is next month.
Just contact WCVA at Cardiff for information. It is freephone number so there is no expense in applying tel 0800 2888 329.
Let me know how you get on, because that way I know people are reading my emails and blog and so it makes it worthwhile in posting the funding news.
Just contact WCVA at Cardiff for information. It is freephone number so there is no expense in applying tel 0800 2888 329.
Let me know how you get on, because that way I know people are reading my emails and blog and so it makes it worthwhile in posting the funding news.
Funding to stimulate best practice in bi-lingualism
I have just received the following note and so good luck if you apply for money and let me know if you are successful . That way I know it is worthwhile putting the funding news item son my blog.
Following the initial round of applications to the Third Sector Development Fund, a second round will open immediately, with applications to reach us by Friday, 18th of December. The basic aim of the fund is: "To motivate and facilitate third sector organisations which have made a commitment to the Welsh language to enable them to implement imaginative new initiatives in order to develop good practice in bilingualism, biculturalism and the use of the Welsh language." Further details and guidance are available in the attached document. An application form is also attached. Following the first round of applications, there is now obviously a smaller amount of money available in the fund. We are suggesting that any applications submitted are for sums of no more than £2,000 - £3,000. However, if a particularly strong proposal is submitted, the panel will consider applications for sums up to the original £6,000 threshold. If you are considering submitting an application, we would suggest that you contact Morys on 01239 711668 in order to discuss your ideas prior to filling in the application form. You can also contact Gethin at the Welsh Language Board on 02920 878 016.
Closing date: Friday, 18th of December
Morys Gruffydd
Estyn Llaw
01239 711668
mailto:morys.gruffydd@iaith.eu
Following the initial round of applications to the Third Sector Development Fund, a second round will open immediately, with applications to reach us by Friday, 18th of December. The basic aim of the fund is: "To motivate and facilitate third sector organisations which have made a commitment to the Welsh language to enable them to implement imaginative new initiatives in order to develop good practice in bilingualism, biculturalism and the use of the Welsh language." Further details and guidance are available in the attached document. An application form is also attached. Following the first round of applications, there is now obviously a smaller amount of money available in the fund. We are suggesting that any applications submitted are for sums of no more than £2,000 - £3,000. However, if a particularly strong proposal is submitted, the panel will consider applications for sums up to the original £6,000 threshold. If you are considering submitting an application, we would suggest that you contact Morys on 01239 711668 in order to discuss your ideas prior to filling in the application form. You can also contact Gethin at the Welsh Language Board on 02920 878 016.
Closing date: Friday, 18th of December
Morys Gruffydd
Estyn Llaw
01239 711668
mailto:morys.gruffydd@iaith.eu
Friday, 4 December 2009
Are you looking for a good night out on Friday 11th December with proceeds going to Charity
If the answer is Yes then the following event is made for you.
Light of Day Charity Concert at The Interchange , Old Colwyn on Friday 11th December 2009 at 7.30pm
Starring no less than the very popular and nationally acclaimed rock star Mike Peters together with Joe D'Urso, Willie Nile, Jesse Malin, Marah
Prices - VIP £30, Normal £15 , On the night £18. Tickets available at the Box Office 01492 514021.
The Charity being supported is Parkinson's Research. Please tell your friends as it is such a worthy cause and whats more a good night will be had by all.
Light of Day Charity Concert at The Interchange , Old Colwyn on Friday 11th December 2009 at 7.30pm
Starring no less than the very popular and nationally acclaimed rock star Mike Peters together with Joe D'Urso, Willie Nile, Jesse Malin, Marah
Prices - VIP £30, Normal £15 , On the night £18. Tickets available at the Box Office 01492 514021.
The Charity being supported is Parkinson's Research. Please tell your friends as it is such a worthy cause and whats more a good night will be had by all.
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Clwyd Community Chest hand out more cash to voluntary and community organisations. Are you listed below?
The follow on question to the above is Why not ?. Why haven't you applied to the Clwyd Community Chest?. The following applicants did apply and they have been given a Xmas present that is a cash grant for them to spend in their communities on those things that are important to them.
If you would also like a cash grant why not go to our web site http://www.dvsc.co.uk/ and download the application forms and guidance notes. Who knows your name could be listed below in the New Year.
Successful voluntary and community organisations in this last round are - and in no particular order;
Cross Border Poets, N EastWales Stanza, Flintshire
Capel Annibynwyr, Waen
Llangollen Tidy Town
Greenbank Villas Residents , Flint
North Wales Superkids
Cruse Bereavement Care, Colwyn Bay
St Asaph/Llanelwy Friendship Youth Group
The Cai Dai Trust
South Denbighshire Community Partnership
Mynydd Isa Field for Youth (MIFFY)
Corwen Beaver Scout Colony
Llandegla Sports and Social
Friends of Llygadog, Corwen
Bedford Street Community Co Ltd
If you would also like a cash grant why not go to our web site http://www.dvsc.co.uk/ and download the application forms and guidance notes. Who knows your name could be listed below in the New Year.
Successful voluntary and community organisations in this last round are - and in no particular order;
Cross Border Poets, N EastWales Stanza, Flintshire
Capel Annibynwyr, Waen
Llangollen Tidy Town
Greenbank Villas Residents , Flint
North Wales Superkids
Cruse Bereavement Care, Colwyn Bay
St Asaph/Llanelwy Friendship Youth Group
The Cai Dai Trust
South Denbighshire Community Partnership
Mynydd Isa Field for Youth (MIFFY)
Corwen Beaver Scout Colony
Llandegla Sports and Social
Friends of Llygadog, Corwen
Bedford Street Community Co Ltd
National Assembly Press office wants to hear from Third Sector.
Thankyou to Neath Port Talbot Voluntary Services Council for the following:
The National Assembly for Wales’ press office is in the process of compiling a list of third sector organisations in Wales so that it can adopt a more proactive approach to the work of this sector and likewise, so that the sector can be made aware of reports/inquiries being carried out by the Assembly.
The Assembly’s press office is particularly interested in the reports, surveys and accompanying news releases that are produced by organisations in the third sector, because these reports are often not known about until they are issued to the press – by which time it is too late for the Assembly to have any input into their findings.
So, for example, if Barnados were to produce a report about child poverty in Wales, the Assembly would like to see an embargoed copy of the report and get the chair of the relevant committee to comment on it, on behalf of the National Assembly.
Similarly, where one of the National Assembly’s committees have carried out a report and they are issuing a press release, they would like to keep any relevant organisations informed (those who may not have been involved in the inquiry), to strengthen links and make sure that their role is not always reacting but also being proactive.
This will from part of a long-term strategy to create a more inclusive communications strategy between third sector organisations and the Assembly. Ideally, the Assembly the list will be made up of media/press contacts from each organisation, but where this is not possible any contact from the organisation will be absolutely fine.
If you are interested in being added to the contact list of the press office please contact Anna Milewski, Media Relations Coordinator: Anna.milewski2@wales.gsi.gov.uk Tel: 02920 8981
The National Assembly for Wales’ press office is in the process of compiling a list of third sector organisations in Wales so that it can adopt a more proactive approach to the work of this sector and likewise, so that the sector can be made aware of reports/inquiries being carried out by the Assembly.
The Assembly’s press office is particularly interested in the reports, surveys and accompanying news releases that are produced by organisations in the third sector, because these reports are often not known about until they are issued to the press – by which time it is too late for the Assembly to have any input into their findings.
So, for example, if Barnados were to produce a report about child poverty in Wales, the Assembly would like to see an embargoed copy of the report and get the chair of the relevant committee to comment on it, on behalf of the National Assembly.
Similarly, where one of the National Assembly’s committees have carried out a report and they are issuing a press release, they would like to keep any relevant organisations informed (those who may not have been involved in the inquiry), to strengthen links and make sure that their role is not always reacting but also being proactive.
This will from part of a long-term strategy to create a more inclusive communications strategy between third sector organisations and the Assembly. Ideally, the Assembly the list will be made up of media/press contacts from each organisation, but where this is not possible any contact from the organisation will be absolutely fine.
If you are interested in being added to the contact list of the press office please contact Anna Milewski, Media Relations Coordinator: Anna.milewski2@wales.gsi.gov.uk Tel: 02920 8981
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Our Annual General Meeting - Did you attend?
Well 97 people did attend and by all accounts they had a good time or at least that is the message that has come back via the staff and Trustees. Many of you have commented on the excellent presentation by Mervyn Cousins , Exec Director of Llangollen Eisteddfod . Well I am not surprised because DVSC only gets the best speakers for its events.
I just want to thank you all for attending and for sharing with us the work your individual organisations are involved in. It is amazing the amount of voluntary and community activity there is in Denbighshire which just confirms the stats in that we have 20,000 volunteers and 4,500 paid staff day in day out delivering public services across the County.
We have been asked about the DVD that was playing throughout the event and there have been requests for copies. We are hoping to put the DVD on our web site for you to download very soon , but if you do want a copy before then please e mail me and we will send a copy to you for a small charge to cover postage , packing and materials.
I just want to thank you all for attending and for sharing with us the work your individual organisations are involved in. It is amazing the amount of voluntary and community activity there is in Denbighshire which just confirms the stats in that we have 20,000 volunteers and 4,500 paid staff day in day out delivering public services across the County.
We have been asked about the DVD that was playing throughout the event and there have been requests for copies. We are hoping to put the DVD on our web site for you to download very soon , but if you do want a copy before then please e mail me and we will send a copy to you for a small charge to cover postage , packing and materials.
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