Greater Manchester VCFSE Leadership Group
@gm-vcfse-leaders.bsky.social
We’re a Leadership Group dedicated to promoting the role and involvement of the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector in Greater Manchester.
Visit our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/
Visit our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/
Have you been affected by crime in Greater Manchester in the past 5
years? Whether that's theft, domestic abuse, or something else, and whether you accessed support or not, your voice matters.
This survey will help shape victim support services across the region: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
years? Whether that's theft, domestic abuse, or something else, and whether you accessed support or not, your voice matters.
This survey will help shape victim support services across the region: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
December 11, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Have you been affected by crime in Greater Manchester in the past 5
years? Whether that's theft, domestic abuse, or something else, and whether you accessed support or not, your voice matters.
This survey will help shape victim support services across the region: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
years? Whether that's theft, domestic abuse, or something else, and whether you accessed support or not, your voice matters.
This survey will help shape victim support services across the region: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Launched today, the State of Social Enterprise Report 2025 takes a deep dive into the key trends and issues affecting the sector. Read more: www.socialenterprise.org.uk/all-about-so...
December 10, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Launched today, the State of Social Enterprise Report 2025 takes a deep dive into the key trends and issues affecting the sector. Read more: www.socialenterprise.org.uk/all-about-so...
Our key principles to meaningfully including the voice of lived experience have been updated!
✅ Improved clarity
✅ Improved accessibility
✅ Better support for practical application of principles
✅ New section on addressing common barriers
Read here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/in...
✅ Improved clarity
✅ Improved accessibility
✅ Better support for practical application of principles
✅ New section on addressing common barriers
Read here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/in...
December 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Our key principles to meaningfully including the voice of lived experience have been updated!
✅ Improved clarity
✅ Improved accessibility
✅ Better support for practical application of principles
✅ New section on addressing common barriers
Read here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/in...
✅ Improved clarity
✅ Improved accessibility
✅ Better support for practical application of principles
✅ New section on addressing common barriers
Read here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/in...
Sign up to our monthly ebulletin for all the latest Greater Manchester VCFSE sector news and updates ➡️ database.vsnw.org.uk/VSCE-Leaders...
December 8, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Sign up to our monthly ebulletin for all the latest Greater Manchester VCFSE sector news and updates ➡️ database.vsnw.org.uk/VSCE-Leaders...
📣 Good Employment is your right!
We’re proud to be celebrating #GoodEmploymentWeek 2025, powered by the Good Employment Charter - a week dedicated to showing what good work looks like and why it matters.
💡 Play the ‘Know your Rights’ quiz and get involved:
ow.ly/O2ik50WJoAU
We’re proud to be celebrating #GoodEmploymentWeek 2025, powered by the Good Employment Charter - a week dedicated to showing what good work looks like and why it matters.
💡 Play the ‘Know your Rights’ quiz and get involved:
ow.ly/O2ik50WJoAU
November 24, 2025 at 9:15 AM
📣 Good Employment is your right!
We’re proud to be celebrating #GoodEmploymentWeek 2025, powered by the Good Employment Charter - a week dedicated to showing what good work looks like and why it matters.
💡 Play the ‘Know your Rights’ quiz and get involved:
ow.ly/O2ik50WJoAU
We’re proud to be celebrating #GoodEmploymentWeek 2025, powered by the Good Employment Charter - a week dedicated to showing what good work looks like and why it matters.
💡 Play the ‘Know your Rights’ quiz and get involved:
ow.ly/O2ik50WJoAU
❗ Closing tomorrow.
We are seeking new members of the GM VCFSE Leadership Group that have specific areas of expertise:
➡️ Local faith/ interfaith networks, or
➡️ Community Transport
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
We are seeking new members of the GM VCFSE Leadership Group that have specific areas of expertise:
➡️ Local faith/ interfaith networks, or
➡️ Community Transport
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
November 17, 2025 at 8:50 AM
❗ Closing tomorrow.
We are seeking new members of the GM VCFSE Leadership Group that have specific areas of expertise:
➡️ Local faith/ interfaith networks, or
➡️ Community Transport
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
We are seeking new members of the GM VCFSE Leadership Group that have specific areas of expertise:
➡️ Local faith/ interfaith networks, or
➡️ Community Transport
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The GM Live Well Podcast explores a bold new way of doing things with communities: with people, not to them.
Episode 1 is coming tomorrow. In the meantime, you can listen to the trailer now! open.spotify.com/show/5Pvdpbr...
Episode 1 is coming tomorrow. In the meantime, you can listen to the trailer now! open.spotify.com/show/5Pvdpbr...
November 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The GM Live Well Podcast explores a bold new way of doing things with communities: with people, not to them.
Episode 1 is coming tomorrow. In the meantime, you can listen to the trailer now! open.spotify.com/show/5Pvdpbr...
Episode 1 is coming tomorrow. In the meantime, you can listen to the trailer now! open.spotify.com/show/5Pvdpbr...
🚨 There's under one week left to express your interest in joining the Greater Manchester VCFSE Leadership Group.
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
November 12, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🚨 There's under one week left to express your interest in joining the Greater Manchester VCFSE Leadership Group.
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Find out more and apply: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Ahead of this week's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention which will ask - 'Social Value: What is The Point? ' - why not read our key messages for commissioners in Greater Manchester on Social Value and the VCFSE sector?
Read in full here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/so...
Read in full here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/so...
November 10, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Ahead of this week's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention which will ask - 'Social Value: What is The Point? ' - why not read our key messages for commissioners in Greater Manchester on Social Value and the VCFSE sector?
Read in full here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/so...
Read in full here: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/so...
🚨 Tickets running low!
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it's embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it's embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM
🚨 Tickets running low!
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it's embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it's embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
We have shared a paper that highlights a need for more coordinated action across our city-region to respond to rising community tensions.
Read more ➡️ www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more ➡️ www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
November 4, 2025 at 11:15 AM
We have shared a paper that highlights a need for more coordinated action across our city-region to respond to rising community tensions.
Read more ➡️ www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more ➡️ www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
We're seeking new members that are linked to specific networks in Greater Manchester, or with specific areas of expertise in Local faith/ interfaith networks, or Community Transport.
An Expression of Interest Form is available on our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
An Expression of Interest Form is available on our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
November 3, 2025 at 8:40 AM
We're seeking new members that are linked to specific networks in Greater Manchester, or with specific areas of expertise in Local faith/ interfaith networks, or Community Transport.
An Expression of Interest Form is available on our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
An Expression of Interest Form is available on our website: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
🚨 Closing tomorrow!
The consultation on the refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord - an agreement that sets out how the VCFSE sector and the public sector in Greater Manchester should work together - closes tomorrow at 5pm.
Have your say: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The consultation on the refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord - an agreement that sets out how the VCFSE sector and the public sector in Greater Manchester should work together - closes tomorrow at 5pm.
Have your say: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 30, 2025 at 12:26 PM
🚨 Closing tomorrow!
The consultation on the refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord - an agreement that sets out how the VCFSE sector and the public sector in Greater Manchester should work together - closes tomorrow at 5pm.
Have your say: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The consultation on the refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord - an agreement that sets out how the VCFSE sector and the public sector in Greater Manchester should work together - closes tomorrow at 5pm.
Have your say: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it is embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Find out more and book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
Find out more and book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
October 23, 2025 at 9:45 AM
This year's Alternative Provider Collaborative Convention will explore Social Value - asking what it truly means for communities, how it is embedded in commissioning and why it must be central to system design.
Find out more and book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
Find out more and book your place now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-apc-co...
We are saddened and shocked to learn of the collapse of Manchester Pride, which not only affects the LGBT+ community but also the wider VCFSE sector. Read more: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 22, 2025 at 3:27 PM
We are saddened and shocked to learn of the collapse of Manchester Pride, which not only affects the LGBT+ community but also the wider VCFSE sector. Read more: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
There are under 2 weeks left to have your say on a refreshed GM VCFSE Accord, to shape how the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector and the public sector will continue to work together.
There are multiple ways to share your thoughts: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
There are multiple ways to share your thoughts: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 20, 2025 at 8:45 AM
There are under 2 weeks left to have your say on a refreshed GM VCFSE Accord, to shape how the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector and the public sector will continue to work together.
There are multiple ways to share your thoughts: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
There are multiple ways to share your thoughts: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The national women’s health policy team are keen to hear about work underway across the country to improve women’s health and to support the implementation of the Women's Health Strategy.
Do you have a case study to share? Visit here: forms.office.com/e/75pHkzfDYv
Do you have a case study to share? Visit here: forms.office.com/e/75pHkzfDYv
October 17, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The national women’s health policy team are keen to hear about work underway across the country to improve women’s health and to support the implementation of the Women's Health Strategy.
Do you have a case study to share? Visit here: forms.office.com/e/75pHkzfDYv
Do you have a case study to share? Visit here: forms.office.com/e/75pHkzfDYv
Don’t miss the upcoming BRIDGE launch event! A chance to explore the platform, connect with partners & discuss how research can better serve communities.
Sign up via BRIDGE: bridge-rn.org.uk/posts/908089...
Sign up via BRIDGE: bridge-rn.org.uk/posts/908089...
October 17, 2025 at 9:55 AM
Don’t miss the upcoming BRIDGE launch event! A chance to explore the platform, connect with partners & discuss how research can better serve communities.
Sign up via BRIDGE: bridge-rn.org.uk/posts/908089...
Sign up via BRIDGE: bridge-rn.org.uk/posts/908089...
People can have very different reactions and needs after a terrorist attack.
If you need help speak to Victim Support by calling their free 24/7 support line 0808 168 9111 or via their online chat.
Visit our website for tips and other support: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/se...
If you need help speak to Victim Support by calling their free 24/7 support line 0808 168 9111 or via their online chat.
Visit our website for tips and other support: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/se...
October 16, 2025 at 7:48 AM
People can have very different reactions and needs after a terrorist attack.
If you need help speak to Victim Support by calling their free 24/7 support line 0808 168 9111 or via their online chat.
Visit our website for tips and other support: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/se...
If you need help speak to Victim Support by calling their free 24/7 support line 0808 168 9111 or via their online chat.
Visit our website for tips and other support: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/resources/se...
This week, 11th - 18th October, is Hate Crime Awareness Week. We want to reiterate our commitment to standing against hate wherever it arises. We will not allow division to be sowed in our diverse communities.
#NationalHCAW #WeStandTogether #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll
#NationalHCAW #WeStandTogether #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll
October 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM
This week, 11th - 18th October, is Hate Crime Awareness Week. We want to reiterate our commitment to standing against hate wherever it arises. We will not allow division to be sowed in our diverse communities.
#NationalHCAW #WeStandTogether #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll
#NationalHCAW #WeStandTogether #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll
Today is World Mental Health Day #WMHD - a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritise and invest in good mental health.
October 10, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Today is World Mental Health Day #WMHD - a reminder of the importance of good mental health and the need to prioritise and invest in good mental health.
Read our response to yesterday's attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester.
October 3, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Read our response to yesterday's attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester.
Join in Black History Month 2025 in Greater Manchester with two new resources.
Explore at www.bhmgreatermcr.com
Explore at www.bhmgreatermcr.com
October 1, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Join in Black History Month 2025 in Greater Manchester with two new resources.
Explore at www.bhmgreatermcr.com
Explore at www.bhmgreatermcr.com
There are just a couple of days until nominations close for the VSNW Funding & Commissioning Awards 2025.
We’re calling on the VCFSE sector across the North West to help spotlight the commissioners and funders who are getting it right.
👉 www.vsnw.org.uk/resource/vsn...
We’re calling on the VCFSE sector across the North West to help spotlight the commissioners and funders who are getting it right.
👉 www.vsnw.org.uk/resource/vsn...
September 30, 2025 at 11:52 AM
There are just a couple of days until nominations close for the VSNW Funding & Commissioning Awards 2025.
We’re calling on the VCFSE sector across the North West to help spotlight the commissioners and funders who are getting it right.
👉 www.vsnw.org.uk/resource/vsn...
We’re calling on the VCFSE sector across the North West to help spotlight the commissioners and funders who are getting it right.
👉 www.vsnw.org.uk/resource/vsn...
We're gathering the thoughts of GM VCFSE and public sector colleagues to shape the next Accord which sets out how our two sectors work together.
There are multiple ways to get involved, find out how:: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
There are multiple ways to get involved, find out how:: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
September 22, 2025 at 8:45 AM
We're gathering the thoughts of GM VCFSE and public sector colleagues to shape the next Accord which sets out how our two sectors work together.
There are multiple ways to get involved, find out how:: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
There are multiple ways to get involved, find out how:: www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...