VONNE News and Opinion
Changes to VCSE Research Partnerships support - a farewell from Greta Brunskill
After an incredible two years working at VONNE, I wanted to share a final blog before I move on to a new role at the end of August to say goodbye and…
View BlogNature and rewilding in Tyne & Wear
Recently, VONNE’s Going Green Together Project Coordinator, Nathaniel Spain, has been getting involved in volunteering and attending talks across…
View BlogWomen’s Health Innovation Conference 2024
The North East and North Cumbria (NENC) Women’s Health Innovation Conference, held on Thursday, July 11th, 2024, was a significant milestone in…
View BlogExploring the key issues facing Neurology patients, carers and communities
The NENC VCSE Neurology Sub-Group, part of the NENC VCSE Partnership Programme, have highlighted critical issues impacting neurology patients, carers…
View BlogTime to change?
Lisa Taylor, VONNE's Health and Wellbeing Programme Director, reflects on the themes and learnings from the recent NHS Confed Expo. How do health…
View BlogVONNE salary report released
VONNE has just released our latest salary report. The annual report uses data and insight from our Job Finder service to explore salary and working…
View BlogPride Month: Celebrating LGBTQ+
This month is Pride Month 2024. Internationally recognised as a chance to celebrate and support LGBTQ+ communities across the globe, to promote…
View BlogSpotlight on Jane - an interview with Jane Hartley
On 17th June, we’re excited to welcome Martin Brookes as our new CEO, but this also means we’re saying farewell to Jane Hartley who has been a…
View BlogMayoral Combined Authorities - what do they mean for the VCSE sector?
With the recent North East Mayoral elections bringing new powers to the North East, our most recent Gold and Silver CEO peer network was the perfect…
View BlogHow can arts and culture help improve health and wellbeing?
Marking Creativity and Wellbeing Week, our Health Partnerships Strategic Manager, Richard Boggie, shares some thoughts about the role of arts and…
View BlogExploring nature for mental health and wellbeing
This week (13th – 19th May 2024) is Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme is ‘Moving more for mental health’. Our Communications and Marketing…
View BlogBuilding collaboration between VCSE and research sectors
In her role as VCSE Research Partnerships Coordinator at VONNE, Greta Brunskill has been driving greater collaboration between the VCSE and…
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