VONNE News and Opinion
VONNE Conference brings North East organisations together to discuss cohesion
Thank you to everyone who joined the VONNE Conference last week. If you weren’t able to join us, here are the highlights of what happened.North East…
View BlogImpact of higher employer NICs on North East Charity Sector
In the 2024 Autumn Budget, the Chancellor announced a rise in employer National Insurance Contributions (NIC) which will raise costs considerably for…
View BlogCivil Society Covenant consultation events – what we learned
VONNE has been working with LIOs across the North East to host a series of engagement events to gather views from our networks on the draft Civil…
View BlogGuest Blog: 'Unwanted, like a stranger' - Action Foundation's reflections on the 2024 riots
As part of our package of member benefits, VONNE’s Gold and Silver Membership+ supporters have the opportunity to submit a guest post …
View BlogTransgender Day of Remembrance
VONNE's Amy Langdown shares her thoughts this Transgender Day of Remembrance - exploring some of the issues around trans rights, highlighting the…
View BlogGuest blog: North East businesses tackle children’s mental health crisis by supporting storytelling intervention with Mortal Fools
As part of our package of member benefits, VONNE’s Gold and Silver Membership+ supporters have the opportunity to submit a guest post …
View BlogThe Value of Changing Places
Jen Hewitt, VONNE's Health and Wellbeing Engagement Coordinator, shares her personal reflections on the value of Changing Places toilets.One…
View BlogAutumn Budget 2024
Budget 2024: What does it mean for the North East and for charities?Earlier this week, the Chancellor unveiled the 2024 budget and spoke about the ‘…
View BlogChange NHS Consultation: Developing the next 10-year plan
Following Lord Darzi’s independent investigation into the state of the National Health Service (NHS), the next step in creating a new 10-year Health…
View BlogGuest blog: Emmaus North East scoop accolade for Outstanding Social Enterprise at North East Charity Awards 2024
As part of our package of member benefits, VONNE’s Gold and Silver Membership+ supporters have the opportunity to submit a guest post …
View BlogCelebrating the North East Charity Awards: A Night of Inspiration and Community
The North East Charity Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the region's incredible charitable sector, and this year's event was no exception.…
View BlogChanges 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…
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