Entries by Carita Magnani

What a (Co) production! Sue Spiller, Sobus CEO

3rd – 7th July is National Coproduction Week – a time to reflect on what this is, how it works, and how you can be involved! The word “coproduction” is frequently used – but often, people don’t know what it means, or how it differs from other forms of engagement and consultation. Definitions of exactly […]

FREE Workshop: Imagining Your Future Home, 19th July, 10am-3pm

London’s tenants and residents, civil society organisations, and individuals/ organisations who represent the interests of tenants and residents are invited to a free workshop at Senate House WC1E 7HU, where we will offer them a free lunch, £10 for their time, as well as cover reasonable travel expenses up to £10. Join us  to discuss […]

Building Trust Project in H&F, Sharon Tomlin, Sobus Community Organiser

In collaboration with Hammersmith and Fulham Council and health care sector, Sobus is one of several organisations involved in co-producing the “Building Trust” initiative in Hammersmith and Fulham. As a consequence of covid-19, from the dialogue with residents, it was noted that particular groups of residents in Hammersmith and Fulham shared concerns of their lived […]

Community Resilience Grants – Community Action for Partnerships in Health

An exciting new grants programme focused on building partnerships in health is now LIVE for community organisations. The Community Action for Partnerships in Health is providing microgrants at either £2,000 or £5,000.  The programme is looking to build stronger community resilience through funding community-led initiatives. These initiatives will scope, develop and/or deliver sustainable and community-led […]

Policy Update

Here’s June’s update on policy news and events from around the sector, including a new report highlighting the need for small grants and some updates from the Charity Commission on the Charity Act 2022. Take a look here.

Grants for Older People on Low Incomes (England & Wales)

Small grants of up to £500 are available to support vulnerable older people living on low incomes in England and Wales. The funding which is being made available through the charity Friends of the Elderly assists individuals and couples who are of or over the state pension age, have savings of less than £5,000, and […]

Grants Available for Projects Benefitting Children & Young People (London)

Grants of up to £5,000 are available to schools, charities, community organisations and local authorities for small one-off projects lasting up to one year that promote the life-chances of children and young people through education and family support. The funding is made available through the John Lyon’s Charity’s and projects supported must be located in […]

Trauma-Informed Care Online Training: 04.10.23, 10:00-16:30

More than one in three children and young people are exposed to at least one potentially traumatic event by age 18. * Attend Westminster Insight’s one-day interactive online workshop to learn how to implement a successful trauma-informed approach in your health, social care or education setting. Improve outcomes for children and young people in your […]