In the NCVO Charity Governance round-up this month: Free NCVO resources in aid of Small Charities Week Change to automatic disqualification guidance How to prepare for the 2018 annual return A reminder of the importance of cyber security Our upcoming training for trustees Click Here to go to the main update page Dan Francis NCVO Senior Governance Consultant T: @mynameisdanfran
Advicelocal – https://advicelocal.uk – local guide to help with benefits, work, money, housing problems and more People looking for help with benefits, work, money or housing problems will find advicelocal.uk a useful, free source of help and information. It’s easy to use. By just entering a postcode and choosing an advice topic anyone can find tailored information for their local area, including details of independent advice organisations who can help get the advice and support they need. Advicelocal helps with questions relating to: welfare benefits and tax credits; council tax; debt and money advice; housing and homelessness; employment and work issues, disability and social care; and asylum and immigration. There’s a widget you can use if you’d like to add advicelocal search to your site. See https://advicelocal.uk/for-organisations#get-the-widget. You can also find advicelocal on Twitter @advicelocal. Lasa is a social welfare law and tech charity. Established in 1984, we’re dedicated to supporting organisations in their use of technology and the delivery of social welfare law advice to the disadvantaged communities they serve. Find out more about our services: Website: www.lasa.org.uk Email: info@lasa.org.uk Follow us: @lasacharity Call us: 020 7377 2748 lasa.org.uk | rightsnet | advicelocal | universalcreditinfo | pipinfo | wcainfo | socialcareinfo | counciltaxhelp | revenuebenefits | benefitmythbuster
Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs) are now the most popular form for establishing new charities and this extensively updated second edition illustrates the benefits of the structure as well as the pitfalls. ‘Gareth Morgan is well known for his interest in and mastery of the detailed, technical aspects of charity administration and in particular of CIOs. As a barrister specialising in charities, I shall continue to make use of this clear, detailed and practical book both for checking specific points and to recommend to my clients, especially those thinking about establishing a CIO.’ Francesca Quint, Barrister – Radcliffe Chambers A must-read for anyone considering establishing a new charity in England, Wales or Scotland to ensure they’re using the structure most suitable for their needs. It contains the new procedures in England and Wales from 2018 for direct conversion of charitable companies to CIOs (and CIC to CIO conversions from later in 2018). For Scotland, it contains new OSCR procedures from 2016 for unincorporated charities converting to CIOs. This edition also contains more on the practical implications of CIO constitutions which depart from the Charity Commission models. Overall the guide offers a full range of practical information and will help you decide your organisation’s next move. Click the cover image to get your copy from the DSC website.
A new Apprentice Business Support officer position covering the bi-Borough of RBKC and City of Westminster has become available in Children’s Services Department An exciting apprenticeship opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice Business Support Officer to join the busy Children’s Services based in Kensington Town Hall and Frampton Street. The Short Breaks Service is going through an exciting period of change. While we have always supported families who are living with a disabled child, we are looking at developing our Business Support Services. A highly motivated individual is required, who can help to shape the development of this new team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and responsible person able to work in an ever changing environment and willing to learn new skills. Closing date: 25th June 2018 Click Here for more information, including the Job Description and to apply
These webinars have limited space as they include short activities and interaction with the trainer along with opportunities for Q&A throughout the session. Our aim is to improve our member’s knowledge, skills and confidence, so from the comfort of your desk you can receive an overview on the following fundraising and governance subjects: Thursday, 5th July Strategy & Business Planning Develop Your Fundraising Strategy Demonstrating Your Impact Wednesday, 11th July Fundraising from Trusts & Foundations Developing Corporate Relationships Developing Your Case for Support Tuesday, 17th July Supporting & Managing Volunteers Major Donor Fundraising Community & Events Fundraising Click here to Book now Venue: Your desk! Cost: £5, full details on our deposit policy available on our website.
The International Day of Friendship exists to encourage everyone to make friends with more people and to develop strong ties of trust. We can all contribute to the fundamental shifts that are urgently needed to achieve lasting stability. So why not make your community a little more stable by getting together and celebrating each other’s company? Click Here to get more information.
Autism is far more common that most people realise. In the UK today, a little more than 1 out of every 100 people are on the autistic spectrum. Individuals with autism can have exceptional talents and can prove themselves to be invaluable assets to any business, but still there remains a stigma attached to bringing autism into the workplace. But a recent Labour Force survey estimated that only 15% of adults with autism are in full-time employment. Click Here to find out more information.
Young people are almost three times more likely to be unemployed than adults and continuously exposed to lower quality of jobs, greater labour market inequalities, and longer and more insecure school-towork transitions. That is why education and training are key determinants of success in the labour market. But surveys show that a large number of youth have low levels of achievement in basic literacy and numeracy. Click Here to find out more information.
This year’s Learning Disability Week will be all about health – with a big focus on the Treat me well campaign. Around 8 in 10 working age people with a learning disability have one that’s mild or moderate, but fewer than 2 in 10 are in employment. The treatment people with a learning disability get in hospital results in 1200 people dying avoidably in hospital each year. To sign up or find out more, click here.