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The Government has announced major changes to NHS structures, including the abolition of NHS England and a directive for Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) to cut their running costs by 50% within six months. This move is expected to lead to significant job losses and uncertainty across the VCSE sector.
Earlier this month, we said goodbye to several of our longstanding trustees. Emma Griffiths, Jenny Hopkins, Ali McGuckin, and Cordell Ray MBE have now retired from our Board, having completed their second three-year term of office.
It's Village Halls Week this week and our Go Volunteer Glos Manager, Emma, has written a blog that explores the vital role that volunteers across Gloucestershire play in keeping our village halls up and running.
The VCSE sector in Gloucestershire is currently experiencing a high number of leaders and changemakers leaving their roles, while others are experiencing increased pressure. It feels like a time of significant transition, not just within the VCSE sector but within leadership roles throughout the county.
There will be a number of factors affecting this, and the Gloucestershire VCSE Strategic Partnership recognise that change isn’t inherently bad, but identifying common trends will help them to understand the pressure points and target specific support for the sectors' existing leadership.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’ve shared stories about inspirational women who work and volunteer in our sector this week. Our final spotlight shines brightly on Vicci Livingstone Thompson.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’re sharing stories about inspirational women who work and volunteer in our sector this week. Meet Emily Barker, our Research and Development Officer here at Gloucestershire VCSE Alliance.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’re sharing stories about inspirational women who work and volunteer in our sector this week. Meet Angela Willis, a trustee with Mindsong.
To celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’re sharing stories about inspirational women who work and volunteer in our sector this week. Meet Cate Hemingway, Co-Chair of Gloucestershire Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Centre (GRASAC) and Head of Sector Innovation here at Gloucestershire VCSE Alliance.