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Volunteering in Nottingham gets a boost
More than 100 people from across the community and
voluntary sector attended ‘Connecting Nottingham 2012’.
The event was held in Nottingham on Tuesday, October 16.
This annual event, organised by Nottingham CVS brings
people together to listen, share ideas and to connect.
Helen Kearsley-Cree, the Chief Executive of Nottingham CVS,
spoke about the role Nottingham CVS plays in helping the
sector to develop and grow together; whether though acting
as a voice to the sector, encouraging people to volunteer or
helping groups to gain funding.
Inspirational speeches were also presented by keynote
speakers from Disability Direct and the Alzheimer’s Society.
They spoke of how they connect vulnerable people to valuable
support and the crucial roles volunteers play in the running of
their organisations. The day consisted of a series of workshops,
focusing on the idea of ‘connecting’ in different ways.
Delegates attended workshops on the power of social media,
why volunteering is so important to the city, how advocates
help strengthen the sector and also an open feedback session
on the strategic plan of Nottingham CVS.
Nottingham CVS also ran an interactive helpdesk so groups
could get one to one support, as well as showcasing key news
stories from throughout the year which the sector has been
involved in. And obviously, a Nottingham CVS event could not
be an event without a delicious lunch and cake, this time, kindly
sponsored by Experian. They were on-board to showcase their
ongoing commitment to Nottingham’s voluntary sector.
The attendees were delighted with the event. Katie Holmes
thanked Nottingham CVS “for an excellent event”. “The
event was excellent. It brought together so many voluntary
organisations that are trying to help those in need,” said
officials from Framework Housing Association.
Nayo Hunt: “Inspired
and energised from
spending the day with
such proactive and
interesting people in
the sector!”
To volunteer or get
volunteers for your
organisation or contact
Nottingham CVS on
0115 934 8400 or visit
www.nottinghamcvs.
co.uk - By Ricky Nangle
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