OCVA

We're at Abingdon Healthfest till 2pm today, come chat with us about how volunteering is good for you and how you can find the right role for you. Lots of fab groups who are always looking for volunteers here too!

Work in Adult social care? Join our friendly groups and learn from peers and exchange ideas. Plus relevant guest speakers. We meet every other month. ocva.org.uk/group-support/… #charity #socialcare

✨ Upcoming Training Dates 📆 📚Recruiting & Retaining Volunteers Wed 18 Sept 10am 📚Volunteering Good Practice & the Law Tue 2 Oct 10am 📚Getting Your Annual Return Right Wed 2 Oct 10am Book: ocva.org.uk/training-and-e… #charity #training #oxfordshire #charitytuesday

We are campaigning for a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing in England who would address inequalities and give marginalised older people a voice, help government deal with the challenges of an ageing population, and more. Find out more here: ageing-better.org.uk/commissioner-o…

OCVA stands in solidarity with communities and organisations who have been affected by threats and violent disorder, particularly refugees, immigrants, people of colour and the charities and community groups working in the field of advice and support. ▶️ ocva.org.uk/2024/08/06/ocv…

Training; Recruiting & Retaining Volunteers😃 📅Wed 18 Sept ⏰10am - 1pm  📍central Oxford This popular interactive session will guide you through the world of volunteer recruitment. ocva.org.uk/training-and-e…

1 in 5 children are persistently missing school. 📣 At an important roundtable last week, we convened with colleagues from @CentreforMH and @CYPMentalHealth to identify evidence-based solutions to address the issue. #SolutionsforSchoolAttendance (1/5)

We're looking for volunteer Hall Assistants! Can you help with packing food parcels, checking inventories, arranging pick-ups and deliveries, as well as general maintenance of our storage facility on Cowley Road? If so email volunteering@oxfordmutualaid.org

Schools Out! Playdays are In!! We will be delivering FIVE!! Playday events next week... Monday 29th = Bicester Elmsbrook Wednesday 31st = Banbury Peoples Park Thursday 1st August = Witney Friday 2nd August = Faringdon and Saturday 3rd August = Heyford Park.....See You There 👍

In this article, we explain the risks of forgoing a digital strategy, the benefits that a digital strategy provides, and more. 🔗 Read the full article here ⬇️ charitydigital.org.uk/topics/does-yo… #CharityDigital #DigitalStrategy #NonProfit

Our joint @HW_Bucks @HealthwatchRdg Core20PLUS5 report on Supporting children’s oral health is being presented at @nhsbobicb 's Prevention, Population Health and Reducing Health Inequalities Group today. You can read the report here: healthwatchoxfordshire.co.uk/report/support…

🎙️ Tune in to our latest podcast episode! 🌿 Education Manager, Stuart Ritchie, discusses the "Inspiring Future Green Leaders" project which brings nature into schools to spark environmental stewardship and enhance learning. 🌱📚 Listen now: ow.ly/871Z50SJhX5 #Podcast

Our guides, videos, and resources are designed to help future or aspiring trustees access and excel in a new role. Check them out, and share this post with your network if you think someone could benefit: gettingonboard.org/free-resources…

My Life My Choices' #DontLockUsAway campaign demands the government close long-stay mental health hospitals and provides accessible housing for people with a learning disability in their communities. Campaigner Ady tells us what needs to be done to support this.

Our July Volunteer Coordinators Forum was at the Community Room at Tesco Bicester. Fab to see volunteer coordinators from across the county and hear from Keith about Volunteer Connect and the Volunteer Driver Service. Lots of time too for chat, networking, and mutual support.

Our #happyreaders really are our best ambassadors "The schools & ARCh really value & support #volunteers & you get to make a lasting lifetime impact on a child’s learning" #ThursdayMotivation to join us! archoxfordshire.org.uk/volunteering/ @_ocva @OxfordshireCF @DailyInfoOxford pls RT

*New Job* Do you have a passion for community work & knowledge of the Voluntary Sector? Are you interested in linking organisations with the prison to increase the connections and opportunities for individuals on release? ocva.org.uk/2024/07/19/job… #Oxford #Job #Community #charity

Our Volunteer Coordinators Forum is a monthly meet-up for Oxfordshire volunteer managers, organised by our Volunteer Development Manager Jenny. Meetings are either online or in-person. Check out our website (under Networks and Forums) to find out more and sign up! #Volunteering