When: Wednesday 2 October, 10am-12pm
Where: Microsoft Teams
Cost: Free

Find out more and register for the event here.

 This 2-hour online session (delivered via Microsoft Teams) is an introduction to the Developing Evidence Enriched Practice (DEEP) programme, developed in Wales.  DEEP is a ‘…co-production approach to gathering, exploring, and using diverse types of evidence in learning and development using story and dialogue-based methods’.

These methods include Appreciative Inquiry, Community of Enquiry, Exploratory Talk and Most Significant Change. Running through DEEP is the principle to value and use a range of evidence (lived experience, practitioner wisdom, research and organisational knowledge).

This introduction to DEEP session will cover the key principles of the DEEP approach and methods to support taking a holistic approach to evidence in practice.

The session will be facilitated by Nick Andrews (Swansea University) and Fiona Verity (Brunel University), as part of the Applied Research Collaboration Northwest London Social Care Research Capacity Building Programme.

 If you would like to get the latest news about the Social Care Research Capacity Building Programme including any upcoming events, training and conferences, please sign up to our mailing list here.

North London Forensic Collaborative (NLFC) is offering grants to Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations based in North London, as part of its VCFSE Small Grant Programme.

This grant opportunity is open to VCFSE organisations who currently work with individuals accessing forensic mental health inpatient or community services, or organisations that are delivering health and wellbeing initiatives in local communities that with additional investment, could extend this offer to individuals accessing mental health forensic services.

If you would like to apply, please view the NLFC Small Grant Programme attached, where you will find full details of the grant offer, amount awarded, who can apply and how the grant can be spent, including submission guidance.  Please complete the NLFC Small Grant Application Form and a New Supplier Form attached and send back to us.   All funded organisations will be asked to monitor and report on their funded activities by completing the NLFC Small Grant Programme Monitoring and Evaluation Form attached.

If you require any further information or have any queries, please contact Serena McCabe, NLFC Partnerships Manager, email: Serena.McCabe@nhs.net

To learn more about NLFC visit: Working with VCFSEs | North London Mental Health Partnership

We are delighted to invite you to the launch of the Ealing Hate Crime Partnership, which will take place on 17th October from 15:00 to 17:00.

Ealing Council in partnership with the West London Equality Centre will be unveiling its new initiative to combat hate crimes in our community. This in-person event will bring together local leaders, community partners, police and council members to discuss strategies and resources to address this important issue.

Hate crimes damage community cohesion and victims are more likely to suffer long-term mental health issues, as a result, compared to victims of other crimes.

We want to make Ealing a safe place for everyone and together we can succeed.

Find out more about this new initiative and join us on the day. You will have the opportunity of learning more from the CPS, the police and Ealing Safer Community Team as well as other organisations already involved in assisting victims of hate crime. There will be plenty of networking opportunities during the event.

Event Details:

• Date: 17th October
• Time: 15:00 – 17:00
• Location:  Face to face at Ealing Council, 14 Uxbridge Road London W5 2HL

We encourage attendees to bring information about their organisations, if you would like a dedicated table to promote your organisation, please email: CommunityResilience@ealing.gov.uk . There will be a networking opportunity, so please feel free to bring leaflets or any other materials you would like to share.

To sign up for the event, please click the Eventbrite link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ealing-hate-crime-partnership-launch-tickets-1026858981857

Alzheimer’s Society is looking for a motivated individual to join our amazing team in Hounslow as a Community Development Coordinator!

 Location: Community based in the London Borough of Hounslow.

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until August 2025

This is a varied and rewarding role, working in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations, businesses and community groups, to build dementia inclusive communities in the London Borough of Hounslow.

The candidate will

• Deliver Dementia Friends sessions and raise community awareness of dementia.
• Work closely with local organisations to guide their dementia inclusive initiatives.
• Organise and attend health and community events in the borough.

 For more information about the role click here 

Are you a local resident/group, charity, or social enterprise? Looking for funding to support your community project, community event or charitable initiatives?

Join us for the Acton Gardens Community Chest Showcase Event to find out how YOU can apply for grant funding to bring your ideas to life and make a difference in our community!

To kick off the Acton Gardens Community Chest Showcase event on the 31st of October 2024 , L&Q are running an information and networking session in partnership with Ealing and Hounslow Community Volunteering Service (EHCVS), for previous and prospective applicants to find out more about the Acton Gardens Community Chest grant funding and the support EHCVS can offer to prospective applicants.

Date: Thursday 31st October 2024
Time: 12-2pm (12-1pm: Presentations from Acton Gardens Community Chest, previous successful Applicants and Ealing and Hounslow Community Volunteering Service, followed by Q&A session. 1-2pm: Networking session with information stalls and lunch refreshments.)
Location: Acton Gardens Community Centre, Unit A, Munster Court, Bollo Bridge Rd, London, W3 8UU

At this free event, you will:

• Learn about the available AG Community Chest grants for local residents, businesses, and charities.
• Get guidance on how to apply for funding.
• Hear success stories from past recipients.
• Network with local organizations, businesses, and community leaders.

To register for the event click here