Bayo is a space to find collectives, organisations and services from across the UK – run by and for the Black community – to support your mental health and wellbeing.
Developed by The Ubele Initiative, Mind, Young Minds and Best Beginnings, Bayo was funded by The National Emergencies Trust and is run by The Ubele Initiative.
The Youth Engagement and Diversion Team (Hammersmith and Fulham) are holding a community event aimed at parents/guardians to make them aware of organisations and support networks which are available within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
The event will be held on Friday 25th February 2022 at 17:00hrs – 20:00hrs at Queen Park Rangers Football Club, Loftus Road Stadium, South Africa Road, London W12 7PJ.
Community organisations are invited to apply for funding to help tackle poverty and inequality in London. The Trust for London’s Connected Communities Programme will provide funding for initiatives that help disadvantaged and underrepresented people to access their rights and entitlements and to speak out about issues that directly affect them. There is no minimum or maximum size of grant, however, the average grant will be around £80,000 and can be spread over one to three years. Grants do not normally exceed £150,000. Priority will be given to charities led by and for Black and minoritised groups and Deaf and Disabled people. The deadline for applications is October 2022. London’s Connected Communities Programme Opens for Applications (London)
Applications are now open for leadership support from Pilotlight. Leaders of ambitious charities and social enterprises based in the UK can apply for our innovative free mentoring programmes. Worth up to £16k, they are designed to tackle the issues organisations are facing and amplify their impact.
How does it work?
We have a range of programmes <https://pilotlight.cmail19.com/t/t-l-qlilltk-ykyudigjk-d/> that offer individualised expert guidance on everything from creative operational improvements and efficiencies to sustainable long-term business strategies. Successful applicants will benefit from the support of business experts from diverse private and public sector organisations. These empathetic “Pilotlighters” help charity leaders through the strategic and operational challenges they may face.
Ed Mayo CEO at Pilotlight, said:
“Charities and social enterprises work tirelessly to tackle disadvantage and put their heart and soul into their causes. But, with competing pressures and opportunities, it can be difficult to know which direction to take. That’s where Pilotlight comes in.
“Our programmes see empathetic business experts share their expertise with charities, bringing new perspectives, diverse skills, and vast experience to bear on the challenges they’re facing. Since 1996, we’ve helped more than 1,000 charities reach more people, and contributed to a better world. We’ve seen it all, and we know how to make an intervention work.”
Pilotlighters develop an understanding of the workings of a charity, delve into finances and operations, and learn about opportunities on the horizon.
To date, charity participants report increased effectiveness of the service their charity delivers, increased income and increased reach after working with Pilotlight.
One organisation that benefitted from Pilotlight’s programmes is Independent Advocacy North East (IANE), a charity based in North Shields. Debbie Shelton, CEO, described the journey:
“Personally and professionally I’ve found the programme incredibly useful, as a CEO I’m expected to know all the answers and I honestly don’t. I like the way I am listened to, our issues/objectives are broken down into manageable chunks, I feel supported and there’s a ‘can do’ attitude throughout.”
Who can apply?
Charities that have been operational for over two years, employ at least one paid full-time leadership position (in post for at least six months), and have an income of less than £5 million per year, are eligible to apply. We are exploring how we can support smaller organisations. If you don’t fit all the criteria but would like to apply for support, please do. Organisations working with service users who are predominantly Black People and People of Colour (BPOC) or addressing issues in these communities are encouraged to apply.
If this sounds like your organisation, or an organisation you know then see below on how to apply.
Application deadlines depend on which programme you want to apply to, upcoming deadlines are: Friday 18 February, Friday 4 March and Friday 1 April.
For further information, visit https://www.pilotlight.org.uk/join/charity <https://pilotlight.cmail19.com/t/t-l-qlilltk-ykyudigjk-h/> or contact the Pilotlight Charity Partnerships team on 07483 014783 or charitypartnerships@pilotlight.org.uk <mailto:charitypartnerships@pilotlight.org.uk> .
Rah Rah is excited to announce we are back on tour this summer with 2 shows!
Swinging 60s (6th June – 29th July 2022), a fun loving musical set in the 60s with comedy, dancing and well known tunes for the audience to join in and sing along with.
Jubilee Singers (23rd May – 18th June 2022), – A talented group, singing a selection of feel good sing along songs to celebrate the Queens Jubilee.
In December 2021, the UK Government published a Consultation report called Human Rights Reform: A Modern Bill of Rights. In this document they concluded that the Human Rights Act (HRA) will soon be replaced with a new bill of rights. However, on the same day, an independent panel concluded that actually the HRA is working well and doesn’t need changing. This BIHR unofficial guide explains the Human Rights Act and the Consultation, and provides ways that you can respond. The consultation ends 8th March 2022. To check it out, click here.
The Peer Networks Programme is a fully-funded opportunity for London-based social enterprises. We aim to develop your social enterprise and equip you
with new skills, and, crucially connect you to others in a peer support network.
Over the last two years, charities have faced many challenges, including having to rapidly adapt and change their ways of working to continue to achieve their objectives and support their beneficiaries. What was initially a temporary necessity of working remotely is now here to stay, yet many do not have the digital tools to support this way of working.
As a result, communication within organisations has become fragmented and lack of interaction with colleagues, along with increased demand on services risks negatively impacting the sector longer term – unless charities can unify their communication methods.
Luckily, there are several digital tools and software options which allow you to work smarter and achieve more. Here at Gallery Partnership, we provide an entire suite of affordable IT services and software systems, guaranteed to support your teams working remotely, empowering charities to focus on what’s most important – their cause. With over 200 organisations already choosing us as a as a leading expert and trusted partner, why not chat to us and see how we can help yours?
