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Well done to all the winners at the @CO3updates #CO3Awards tonight! NICVA was delighted to be in attendance celebrating inspiring leadership. Special mention to NICVA Executive committee member Briege Arthurs from @ForwardSouthPB on her highly commended good relations award.

With misinformation on the rise, how can VCS organisations navigate the challenges of social media while staying true to their values? Join us for a discussion with @CharityComms, @FactCheckNI, Children's Law Centre & @madlinsudn. Register: tinyurl.com/3zwfayvz

Northern Ireland average personal debt revealed as crisis deepens. Average personal debt in Northern Ireland doubles as household bills rocket. New research highlights the key areas putting people into further debt. Read full story & research report here ow.ly/scG350VpxOt

📢 #SpringStatement: What it means for NI Our Head of Policy & Insight @scrabopower breaks down key issues - from welfare cuts to budget pressures. How will this impact our sector & communities? Find out more: 🔗 bit.ly/4l4RHAB

Join us & the Community Faiths' Forum on 2 April at 174 Trust to celebrate, connect, and explore the future of faith-based engagement in NI. Hear inspiring stories, showcase your projects and develop connections. Register: bit.ly/424IijM

NEWS: Delivery partners appointed for Belfast PEACEPLUS projects ow.ly/ScPe50VnWJR @SEUPB

🎉 Huge congratulations to all the winners of the Good Relations Awards 2025! 🏆 Your hard work inspires positive change. 🙌✨ ℹ️ goodrelationsawards.com #GRAWARDS25 #CommunityChampions

📢 Minister announces £1,500 support payment for VCS orgs At yesterday’s APG on the Voluntary & Community Sector, Minister @gordonlyons1 confirmed a £1,500 payment for organisations. Eligible orgs will be contacted soon, with payments due late March: bit.ly/3FBVPrC

Further meeting dates for the APG on the Voluntary & Community Sector are on our website, with registration opening before each meeting. Mark the dates in your diary and keep an eye on our website for more - bit.ly/43K7NK3 #VoiceOfTheSector

Yesterday’s APG on the Voluntary & Community Sector met at Parliament Buildings, bringing together VCS orgs & MLAs. @celinemcs highlighted key sector challenges, @Lindsay_WCVA shared insights on core funding from Wales & @gordonlyons1 announced support for orgs.

This Week’s #GrantTracker Round-Up! Funding for: 👶 Childhood support & community projects 🏡 Local organisations tackling social issues 🌍 Environmental & heritage initiatives ⚖️ Access to justice projects 📅 Council grants for arts & culture ℹ️: tinyurl.com/3vds2ars

📣 Join us tomorrow at the All-Party Group on the Voluntary & Community Sector for a briefing by @NIA_Communities Chair @GildernewColm & hear from @Lindsay_WCVA on Core Funding Approaches, Developments & Learning from Wales. Register: tinyurl.com/ycxj2d9e #VoiceOfTheSector

📢 This Week’s #GrantTracker Round-Up 📢 Funding for: ⚖️ Legal action on racial injustice 🚁 Air ambulance patient & crew support 🧒 Children's grant pause update 🏃‍♂️ Physical activity for Parkinson’s Plus more funding, deadlines & resources! More here: tinyurl.com/2xv8bvdj

Great start to the @socentni Social Value conference with Adele from @TheWorkspaceGro telling the story of how their businesses and community support contribute to a thriving and healthy Draperstown - Risk, ambition and heart for the community. @NICVA

Are you a social entrepreneur based in NI? Are you looking to scale-up your work? Do you focus on financial inclusion? @UnLtd want to hear from young people wanting to make their communities fairer places to live. Applications are open until 24 March: tinyurl.com/56ac75xn

⏳ Last chance to register! ⏳ Faith-based groups - need help writing an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) policy? Our hands-on workshop will guide you through the process step by step. 📅 13 March 🕑 2pm - 3.30pm 📍 in NICVA 🔗 tinyurl.com/2mvd4asj

Yesterday @DencopeDenise delivered bespoke Being an Effective Chairperson training to Ballymena South Community Cluster. Great to see such engagement from local leaders! Want to strengthen your board? Get in touch 👉 governance@nicva.org #GoodGovernance #NICVAtraining

Our Trustee Training Series continues this week, and there’s still time to join our last two sessions: ✅ Being an Effective Chair – 12 Mar (Online) ✅ Governance for New Trustees – 25 Mar (Online) Book now: nicva.org/training #GoodGovernance #TrusteeTraining

#Funding News! 💪Up to £2.5M for youth empowerment 🔄 Match funding for small charities (up to £10K) 👩‍🦰 Women & Girls match funding 🌱 Grants for sustainable community buildings & even more grants and deadlines! More info: tinyurl.com/3xswjcaj #GrantTracker