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New funded opportunity open for applications: Research Engagement Network Development (REND) Programme
Deadline for applications: 26th February 2023. VONNE is pleased to share this exciting opportunity for voluntary, community and social…
View BlogAn Introduction to Neurodiversity
Sian, our North East and North Cumbria VCSE Engagement Coordinator attended training on an 'Introduction to Neurodiversity' hosted by Hayley Brackley…
View BlogHelp shape 'Introduction to research' training for VCSE sector
VONNE is working with local researchers from the National Institute for Health and Care Research Applied Research Collaboration (NIHR ARC) for…
View BlogGetting into the VCSE sector as a younger person
This week Molly our Data and Research Officer visited Newcastle University to speak to Second and Final Year students about her experience …
View BlogTime to talk at VONNE
As it’s Time to Talk day, our Coordination and Development Support Officer, Anne Webster has been reflecting on her role as Mental Health…
View BlogLGBT+ History Month 2023
This February, we celebrate LGBT+ History Month. Image Credit: Schools Out UK The overall aim of LGBT+ History…
View Blog2 year VONNEiversary
It doesn't feel like that long since I was writing about my first year at VONNE - time flies when you're having fun and have lots of work to do! I've…
View BlogWhat is a Theory of Change and why should my organisation have one?
In this VONNE blog, Partnerships and Projects Officer, Georgia explains what a Theory of Change is and how it can help your organisation A…
View BlogA busy week in the North
There are some weeks when it’s hard to focus the attention and decide on which bit of bedtime reading is most important. Things vying for my…
View BlogLevelling Up - What next for the North East?
This time last week, the VONNE team were busily doing the final preparations for our annual AGM and Conference, and we’re pleased that the planning…
View BlogCharities respond to the Autumn Statement
Last week, the Chancellor’s Autumn statement was released, and National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) have responded that the ‘measures…
View BlogGet involved in the VCSE Partnership Programme sub-groups
The VCSE Partnership Programme aims to ensure the VCSE sector is embedded at all levels of the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care…
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