|
|
| Reach Out 94
the e-bulletin from Community Action Derby |
|
|
|
|
|
Hello!
Welcome to another packed issue of Reach Out!
In light of the Comprehensive Spending Review DCC have issued figures (see below) of the overall cut in their budget but it is not yet clear how much this will affect voluntary and community groups.
The Community Action Annual Survey is being carried out over the next few weeks - please take the time to respond to this short survey as the outcome will help influence the direction of support services in the city as well as help with Community Action's work planning for 2011.
Don't forget to check the Community Action website for the latest news, events and updates for voluntary and community groups in Derby. If you have any news, information or events that you would like to share with the voluntary and community sector in Derby, please let us know. Want to keep track of what we are doing? You can now follow us on Twitter - just type DerbyCA into the search box. Visit the Twitter website to get started! Best wishes, Jayne Williams
|
|
 City Council Warns VCS to Expect Cuts
Cllr. Harvey Jennings, Leader of Derby City Council, wrote to all voluntary and community groups who receive funding from DCC this week putting them on notice. Cllr Roy Webb, Cabinet lead for the VCS provided a little more information at the Compact Annual Review meeting on 1 November. He explained that, "the Council has to cut 14.2% out of its total budget for 2011-12, 7.1% in 2012-13 and a further 7.1% in 2014 -15". It is not yet clear what impact this will have in relation to the VCS budgets, Cllr Webb said "We're not ruling anything in or anything out." Following the Compact Annual Review meeting Cllr Webb had an early meeting with VCS Compact Forum members, and a meeting of the full Compact Forum has been called for 11 November just to look at this issue. Voluntary and community groups are being asked to contact their grants coordinator at DCC if they have any queries, but if you would like further information please email Matthew Allbones or call 01332 227721. |
 Community Action Annual Survey
Once again it's time for the Community Action Annual Survey! We are carrying out the short survey in partnership with Derby City Council to gather information for their review of support services and also to help with work planning for Community Action in 2011. We realise that your time is precious but would really appreciate your input as it will help influence the direction of support services in the city. Please click the link to take part in the survey which closes on November 26.
|
 'Building a Stronger Civil Society' Consultation
As you are aware the Cabinet Office has now published 'Building a Stronger Civil Society: a strategy for voluntary and community groups, charities and social enterprises' and the consultation 'Supporting a Stronger Civil Society'.
One East Midlands are co-ordinating a regional response to the consultation. To download the consultation questions visit the Community Action website and
email your responses to One East Midlands by 17 December to give them time to produce a regional summary. However, please send your response to question 9 by 22 November. Included in the East Midlands response will be a specific focus on the role of specialist infrastructure
|
 Derby's Biggest Festive Networking Event!
After the success of our summer networking event in June we are holding a festive networking event in December.
Come along and exchange your news, views and ideas with voluntary organisations and community groups.
When: Wednesday 15 December 2010.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Where: Carriage Shop Theatre, Derby College, Roundhouse Road, Pride
Park, Derby, DE24 8JE.
If you would like to book a stand at the event email Abbi Steanson or call 01332 227710. We are limited to the amount of stands we can have so please book early!
Drop in for a short time or stay a while; tea, coffee and mince pies will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there!
|
 Media Contacts List
Do you have a media contacts list? If so, why not add us to it!
We would love to receive your news as and when it happens and feature it in Reach Out. It's a great way to share your news with all of the voluntary organisations and community groups in Derby.
|
 Volunteer Co-ordinators Forum
The next Volunteer Co-ordinators Forum (VCF) takes place on Wednesday 10 November at Oddfellows, 32 Charnwood Street in Derby from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.
The topic of the forum is Managing the Risk. Police officers from the Dangerous Persons Management Unit will be giving a presentation on this subject which will include what to do when someone discloses, with particular reference to sex offences and violent crimes. There will also be an opportunity to discuss safe ways of recruiting volunteers plus an update on the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) plus, of course, time to network and share good practice with each other.
If you would like to attend please email Justina Nurse or call 01332 227722. |
|
 Want to Set up a Food Co-op in Your Community?
Are you interested in buying fresh local food, organic food or wholefoods? Would you like to buy good food with friends, neighbours or other people in your community? Would you like to find out if buying food with others could save you money?
If so, come along to a FREE workshop organised by the Soil Association and Sustain: the alliance for better food and farming. You will have a chance to meet like-minded people, local food producers and find out what's involved in setting up a buying group or food co-op.
The lunchtime event (lunch provided!) is on Tuesday 30 November from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at The Brunswick Inn, Railway Terrace, Derby. There are only 25 places
available so book early by completing the booking form and sending it to ruth@sustainweb.org.
For more information and a toolkit showing how to get started visit the Food Co-ops website. |
Protest Against the Cuts
Derby Trade Union Council strongly believe that the government cuts are not necessary. They believe that the cuts will destroy jobs in the public, private and voluntary sectors and worsen the conditions of work for those still employed. The voluntary sector in Derby will be badly affected. A protest has been organised to take place outside the Council House on Wednesday 17 November from 5:00 to 6:00 pm, so why not go along and make your voice heard? For more information email Moz Greenshields or Keith Venables. |
 50+ Groups Get Wii Fit!
If your group supports people aged 50 years and over why not hold fun Wii Fit sessions to keep your members active and encourage them to get fit?
Community Action have Wii Fit consoles available for hire to groups who meet certain criteria.
Your group must meet in community premises, have appropriate insurance and take responsibility for the equipment while it is on loan.
|
|
 Derbyshire Disability Action Network Conference
Derbyshire Disability Action Network (DDAN) are holding their second annual conference on Thursday 25 November at the Carsington Suite, Riverside Centre, Pride Park in Derby from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm - registration 9:30 am.
Focusing on raising standards for disabled people the following topics will be covered:
Surviving into the next decade - talks by key figures from two leading disability organisations on sustainability; and
Building the links - an opportunity to network with third sector organisations.
The conference is FREE to attend - please email Karen Duke for a programme and booking form. If your organisation would like to have a stand at the event contact Karen as above.
|
Launch of Derby Gleam
Derby Gleam is a partnership between Quad, Surtal Asian Arts, Derby City Council and Derby Live.
The launch of Derby Gleam will take place on Friday 12 November with a unique light and music performance that marks the beginning of a spectacular series of events in the city centre. The festival includes a major light and music performance in the Market Place by Seeper, Cathedral Quarter Light Trail, a lantern parade, 'Rhythms of the World' drumming performance, river fire display, the Christmas Lights Switch on and much more.
The launch takes place in the Market Place with the first performance by Seeper at 7:00 pm. For more details visit the Derby Gleam website.
|
 Keep Us Updated With Your News!
We'd just like to remind you that you have access to your own section of our website. Here you can update your details and also add your news and events to our listings. It's a great way to let the world know what you are doing! So if you have any upcoming events or news that you would like to share with Derby - and the world - visit the Community Action website, log in with your details and get started!
If you would like to be part of Community Action Derby please email Angie Baines or call 01332 227731. You will have FREE access to funding information, help and support for your group and the opportunity to take part in workshops and forums throughout the year. We look forward to hearing from you! |
 New! Reflexology and Aromatherapy
In partnership with the University of Derby, Derby Women's Centre are offering aromatherapy and reflexology at Derby Women's Centre, 4 Leopold Street in Derby every Monday and Friday.
Treatments include:
Gentle touch reflexology - a therapeutic method to stimulate pressure points on the feet to promote physical and emotional well-being; and
Aromatherapy body massage - aromatic essential oils and massage are used to promote physical and emotional wellbeing.
For more information or to book an appointment call Derby Women's Centre on 01332 341633. Treatments last approximately 60 minutes, are completely confidential and subject to a full consultation. Donations of £5.00 per treatment would be appreciated. |
 Headway Open Day
Headway are holding their annual open day on Friday 12 November at 100 Canal Street (behind Queen's Hall off London Road) in Derby from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be lots of stalls including cakes, tombola, crafts, refreshments and a raffle! Entry is 50p - if you have any donations for the tombola stall please email Headway or call 01332 298577. |
|
 Crossroads Coffee Morning
Crossroads Care, an organisation that supports carers and their families, are holding a coffee morning on Friday 19 November at The Mayor's Parlour, Council House, Derby from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to go along. For more information call 01332 344448.
Funds raised will help Crossroads continue to support carers and their families. To find out more about Crossroads Care visit the Crossroads website. |
|
 Greggs Foundation Grants
The Greggs Foundation operates a regional grants programme to support charitable organisations through the provision of small grants of up to £2,000. The grants are administered by local committees who can also provide Greggs products for community events and activities.
Funded projects must make a positive difference to people in need in local communities. Priority is given to projects that help people in the following categories:
people with caring responsibilities;
people with disabilities;
homeless people; and/or
older people.
For more information and an application form visit the Greggs Foundation website.
|
|
AGE UK New Widow and Widowers Group
The Derby office of Age UK Derby and Derbyshire are forming a monthly widow and widowers group. This will be a friendly get together and an opportunity to meet people in similar circumstances, gain support and make new friends. The group starts on Tuesday 9 November and will be held at the 50 Plus Centre, in the Eagle Centre in Derby from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. The cost is £1.50 per session.
For more information call 01332 343232. |
 First Steps Derby Arts Course
First Steps Derby are starting a new 10 week art course on Monday 9 November focusing on using arts and crafts to express emotions.
You don't need to be an artist to attend just willing to have a go and learn some new ways to express yourself. The course will take place in a closed group environment to help you develop trust between each other and feel safe to explore this new area.
There will be a cost of £2 per session to cover materials
which will be required in advance to reserve your place and ensure that the course can go ahead.
First Steps are looking for feedback on what time of day to run this course - either 3:00 to 5:00 pm or 6:30 to 8:30 pm. If you are interested in attending the course please let them know your preferences.
To book a place email Danielle or call 01332 367571. |
|
Joseph Rowntree Grants
Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust is an independent, progressive organisation committed to funding radical change towards a better world. They award grants to projects that focus on peace and social justice. The amounts awarded vary from project to project. For more information visit the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust website.
|
 GoldsQUAD
Are you aged 50+? Do you like getting involved in arts and crafts projects? Quad Arts 4 Health project aims to form a supportive community that create art together while raising issues around and health and wellbeing. The first meeting is on Wednesday 17 September from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at Quad in the Market Place in Derby. For more information email Charlotte Convey or call 01332 285427. |
Welsh Learners Circle - Workshop
Derby Welsh Learners Circle are holding workshops on Saturday mornings beginning on 20 November from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at Friends Meeting House, St Helen's Street in Derby. The cost is £5.50 per session.
For more information and to book a place call 01332 332649.
|
We hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter. We are always pleased to receive feedback or comments about Reach Out, so do let us know what you think. If you have any news, events or information that you would like to see featured in Reach Out please email or call 01332 227749. Thanks for reading! Jayne Williams Community Action Derby
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
