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WHO WE ARE
We are the umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in Southwark. We support charities, community groups and individuals through capacity building, networks and training.
WHAT WE DO
– Advice and training in organisational development.
– Evaluation and impact action learning.
– Facilitating networks for collaboration and change.
– Sharing information through our website, ebulletins and social media.
– Training, advice and networks for organisations needing support with volunteers.
– Advice appointments and matching for volunteering opportunities.
Our Jan 2023 Member Spotlight Organisation is Step Out Mentoring
Phil White, Director of Step Out Mentoring, tells us about the vision of the charity to see young people supported at tough times and to connect communities.
Book a training course
We host a number of excellent workshops and events to support you in your roles.
Book 1to1 Advice Appointment
Receive support from one of our specialist team. Discuss your organisation's development, or getting involved in volunteering.
Join our networks
Come together to speak authoritatively on behalf of the whole sector and influence the decisions that matter.
OUR IMPACT
These stats are from our CS 2021-22 Impact Report
100%
of groups in our Evaluation & Impact training told us they increased their skills & knowledge
323
Volunteers came to our volunteer advice appointments
82
Network meetings were facilitated for discussion & collaboration
UPCOMING TRAINING
Hatch Hackathon: Lean Business Model Canvas
Join Hatch for a session on building and developing your business plan - suitable for social enterprises and CICs
Ubele Initiative – Building Strong Communities Fund Information Webinar
Learn more about this new grant opportunity, wth particular support for BAME-led groups
Meet the Funder: South London and Maudsley’s Procurement
Learn more about an upcoming procurement opportunity for groups to support mental health teams in Southwark
Apprenticeship funding training for employers
Join us to find out about funding to hire an apprentice or upskill your staff through an apprenticeship.
LATEST NEWS
#GoodNewsStory & urgent funds needed
We wanted to share this fantastic example of a grass routes good news story of people donating to help their neighbours with the cost of living crisis. Please donate if you can!
A hello & Update from Jenni, our HR & Office Manager
Jenni, our HR & Office Manager, says hello and talks about why she works for Community Southwark.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Meet the Funder: South London and Maudsley’s Procurement
Learn more about an upcoming procurement opportunity for groups to support mental health teams in Southwark
Neighbourhood Networking – South Southwark
Next up on our tour of Southwark is the Southern part of the borough! Come along and meet others working in the same area and discuss shared challenges and successes.
Understanding your Lease, Rent Negotiation & Business Rates
Free workshop from the London Business Hub, on managing the issues that can crop up when renting property as an organisation.
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Registered charity (no. 1105835) and a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (no. 5090324)
