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24/01/12

Free Volunteering Pick'n'Mix - A One Stop Shop Event on Friday 3rd Feb at Harold Hill Community Centre

We are holding a Volunteering One Stop Shop event on Friday 3rd February from 11am to 3pm at Harold Hill Community Centre, Gooshays Drive, Harold Hill RM3 9LB.

This Free event is for anyone interested in finding out about volunteering and vacant opportunities within Havering or for organisations who want to promote themselves to potential volunteers.

This event is the first of a series of four to be held in different areas of Havering during 2012 organised jointly by London Borough Havering Community Engagement Team and Havco.

Among the organisations attending so far are:Age Concern Havering, St Francis Hospice, Queens Theatre, Outlook Care, People 4 People, Ardleigh House Community Association, WRVS Harold Wood Tea Bar, Recycle for your Community, LBH Integrated Youth Service - My Place Youth Centre, Friends of Cottons Park, PACT - Parents of Autistic Children Together, Victim Support Havering, Havering Association for People With Disabilities, Pussycat Lodge, Havering Libraries, The Royals Youth Centre Rainham, The Challenge Network, Homes in Havering, Harold Hill Festival, Havering Federation of Community Associations, Havco LEAD and Volunteer Centre.

The event is a good opportunity to meet people, discover opportunities to volunteer, listen to talks about volunteering, network and enjoy free refreshments whilst you browse.

Presentations for the day are:

• 11.30 Volunteer Centre Havering Welcome
• 11.45 Queens Theatre - Down the River and Up the Road project
• 12.30 Outlook Care - a care provider to older people and people with disabilities
• 1.15 WRVS - Volunteering with us
• 2.00 Harold Hill Festival Committee - Making a difference and having fun

If you would like any additional information please do not hesitate to contact:

Val Liddiard - Volunteer Centre Manager Email: val.liddiard@havco.org.uk Tel: 01708 742881

28/11/11

Legislative Changes to Voluntary Organisations and CVS in the Future

There are a range of policy and legislative changes that will impact directly on voluntary organisations and CVS in the coming years.

These changes do not just relate to funding but also how the sector operates.

The profile of demand for CVS services is likely to change as well as the funding and strategic support local infrastructure organisations get from their local authority and NHS.

The ELN Briefing was prepared by trainer and consultant Ian Beever. Ian has been a freelance consultant and trainer for the last eight years, working for a diverse range of voluntary and statutory agencies as well as private sector companies across the UK. Previously Ian was the CEO of a Council for Voluntary Service in London for 4.5 years, as well as sitting on the London CVS Network Steering Group for 3 years. Prior to working for the CVS, Ian worked in mental health and training services for young people with learning disabilities and behavioural problems in Richmond and Hackney.

To view the Briefing Paper here

14/10/11

Havco's Annual Survey

The Havco Annual Survey is open. As well as helping us to plan for future business, the results will play a key role in a funding bid we are applying for.We need to be able to establish and prove the value you (our members) put on the services we provide for you - e.g. Training, Accountancy Services, Newsletter, Networking Forums etc

With the funding of the Voluntary Sector changing the scant opportunites open to us are diminishing further so we need more than ever to show funders that you want and need us, as well as to be sure we direct our funds into those services you want - So, If you don't like or value a service don't tick the box, if you do then do tick it. The results from this survey will potentially have a far reaching affect on the future of Havco, our services and as a result your organisation

If you want to see us continue to offer all our current services (or more) Please undertake the survey at your ealiest convenience,it takes less than 5 minutes to complete so why not do it now?.

To go to the survey Click Here and Thank You

27/09/11

Don't Forget the HAVCO 10th AGM 10th October 2011

Monday 10th October 2011 is the date for Havco's 10th AGM. Starting at 12.30 with a buffet lunch and then launching into the AGM at 2pm

This year it's being held at The Manor, Berwick Pond, Rainham

Speakers are yet to be confirmed but watch this space or follow us on Twitter under 'HavcoHavering'

To confirm your attendance and/or for Nomination forms for the Havco Board of trustees contact Michael at Havco on 01708 742881 or email michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk by Wednesday 5th October

November's Voluntary Sector Lunch

The next Voluntary Sector Lunch will take place on Wednesday 2nd November 2011 at the YMCA, Romford between 12.15pm and 2pm

Speakers yet to be confirmed

To confirm your attendance contact Sharon Leeson at Havco on 01708 742881 or email sharon.leeson@havco.org.uk

13/09/11

Volunteer Management Charter and Health Check Workshop

Do you Value Your Volunteers?

Then why not evidence this whether it is to funders, your volunteers; or yourself by signing up to London's Volunteer Management Charter . HAVCO and their partner Greater London Volunteering are working together to provide you with a volunteer management workshop, giving you the opportunity to develop and prioritise your own action plan whilst linking you up to lots of relevant resources.

Can you afford to miss it?

• Date: 4th October 2011
• Time: 1.00- 4.00 p.m
• Venue: Board Room
• Neopost House, South Street, RM1 2AR
• Cost: Free

Download the booking form here

06/09/11

Community chest open for Havering's voluntary groups

Voluntary and community groups in Havering are being encouraged to bid for grants of up to £5,000 for projects under a new community chest programme. Havering Council, through the Havering Strategic Partnership, a joint venture made up of the council, NHS and other partners including the police and fire service has set aside £200,000 in a Community Chest Small Grants Programme to support activities that will benefit local communities.

The programme is open to any not for profit group, voluntary or community organisation that is either based in the borough or helps Havering residents.

Grants can be approved for a range of projects up to a maximum of £5,000 but all events or project that are funded will need to be completed before 31 March 2012.

Applications will be considered by a panel made up of representatives of the Havering Strategic Partnership which include representatives of the voluntary sector, the police, councillors and council officers.

Leader of the Council, Councillor Michael White said:

"We recognise the vital role that community groups play in offering social, sporting and cultural activities, as well as caring and social services that improve people's health and wellbeing. "During these difficult financial times, we want to support our grassroots community groups that play such an important role in our borough."

For more information about the Community Chest Programme, a copy of the application form and guidance forms email carol.jackson@havering.gov.uk or call 01708 433393 and ask to speak to a member of the Community Engagement Team.

First round will open on 5 September and close Friday 7 October 2011.

17/08/11

HAVCO 10th AGM 10th October 2011

Monday 10th October 2011 is the date for Havco's 10th AGM. Starting at 12.30 with a buffet lunch and then launching into the AGM at 2pm

This year it's being held at The Manor, Berwick Pond, Rainham

Speakers are yet to be confirmed but watch this space or follow us on Twitter under 'HavcoHavering'

To confirm your attendance and/or for Nomination forms for the Havco Board of trustees contact Michael at Havco on 01708 742881 or email michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk by Wednesday 5th October

25/03/11

Havering ULO Consortium is making real progress

The Havering User Led Consortium Project is continuing to make good progress. With the collective support of member organisation the Project Steering Group are making key decision on how their consortium will develop. The Havering User Led Consortium Project Steering Group are pleased to announced that HAVCO have taken the role as Host Organisation for the Project Development Officer. The Project Steering Group are in the process of recruiting a Development Officer to lead the User Led Consortium through it's 2011 - 2012 Development Year. The next year is a crucial stage for the Consortium to develop to provide services for the community in response to the Personalisation of Social Care. If your organisation is interested in becoming involved or would like any other information about the User Led Consortium Project please contact the Adults Transformation Programme on (01708) 433023.

23/03/11

Voluntary Sector Conference 2011

This years Voluntary Sector Conference takes places on Tuesday 24th May 2011, at the Salvation Army,Romford. Registration begins at 9am and the event finishes at 2pm, with a light lunch provided. This year's topic is 'the Big Society and Havering'.

To book your place contact Michael Dunlop at Havco on Tel: 01708 742881 or email michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk

Compact for Havering AGM

Also being held as part of the Voluntary Sector Conference, is the Compact for Havering AGM

As part of the AGM all the positions will be up for re-election including: Steering group Chair and Chairs for the Codes.

To request a nomination form contact Michael at Havco on Tel: 01708 742881 or email michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk

23/03/11

Voting System Referendum,

The Referendum on the voting system used to elect MPs to the House of Commons will be held on Thursday 5th May and preparations are well underway. Poll cards for this referendum will be hand-delivered to all registered electors in the borough between Friday 25th March and Sunday 3rd April. For information, all poll cards give the date of the referendum, the polling station location and the hours of the poll i.e. 7am to 10pm. You do not need to take your poll card to the polling station to be able to vote. Please get to the polling station in good time, as by law you cannot be issued with a ballot paper after 10pm, even if you have arrived before then. More information will be provided on the different voting systems in an explanatory booklet, which will be sent by the Electoral Commission to every household during the first two weeks of April. Please read this booklet carefully before polling day, as no information can be provided by polling station staff in order to maintain impartiality. If residents are not on the Register of Electors they will be unable to vote; if you have not registered at your current address please contact Election Services straight away on 01708 432445.

14/03/11

Polling Districts and Places Reviews

A review of its polling districts, places and stations is being undertaken in the London Borough of Havering. The review is to assess the suitability of the polling stations within each electoral area, with specific reference to accessibility issues. The proposal documents can be inspected at Age Concern's HOPWA House premises. They can also be viewed at any Havering library or at the Election Services Office in the Town Hall during office hours. They are also available to view online at: http://www.havering.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=12173 Electors in the Borough are invited to make comments on these proposals or to offer alternative suggestions in writing to the Election Services Office at the address below by no later than Tuesday, 12 April 2011. All representations received will be considered and made available for public inspection and also published on the website at the conclusion of the review. The outcome of the review will be reported to the Governance Committee. If agreed, the proposals will be put before the Council in time to enable the Electoral Registration Officer to make any alterations necessary to the polling districts for the revised register published on 1 December 2011. Please send comments to: The Election Services Office, Town Hall, Main Road, Romford RM1 3BD or elections@havering.gov.uk

27/01/11

International Women's Day

Havering's International Women's day will be celebrated at an event on Saturday the 5th of March at Havering College's Ardleigh Green campus. The event will celebrate the past 100 years' struggle of women from the late 18th century to the present day. All are welcome to a fun afternoon.

Safeguarding Children Event

A Safeguarding Children Event will take place on the 19th March at Langtons Hall, Billet Lane, Hornchurch from 9am - 2pm with light lunch provided. Please contact Paula Guynan on 01708 742881 or email paula.guynan@havco.org.uk to book your place.

Voluntary Sector Conference and Compact AGM

The Voluntary Sector Conference and Compact AGM will be held on the 24th May at the Salvation Army, Romford. The event will take place from 9am till 2PM with light lunch Provided. Please book your place through Kerryann Walsh on 01708 742881, or email kerryann.walsh@havco.org.uk to book a place.

16/12/10

Renewed Compact

The renewed Compact, the agreement which governs relations between the Government and civil society organisations in England, has been published by Nick Hurd, Minister for Civil Society and Simon Blake, Chair of Compact Voice, the organisation which represents civil society organisations on the Compact.

The new Compact is shorter and more focused than the previous agreement and aims to create the right environment for partnership working. It is backed by a robust set of accountability and transparency measures outlined in a new guide, also published today.

A PDF of the renewed Compact can be found at:

http://www.compactvoice.org.uk/sites/default/files/the_compact_with_page_numbers.pdf

06/12/10

Havco Open House 2010

You are invited to the Havco Open House next monday, the 13th December 2010 between 11am and 2pm here at Community House, no need to book just turn up

15/09/10

Havco AGM 2010

To confirm your attendance contact Michael at Havco by Tuesday 5th October 2010 on Tel: 01708 742881 or Email: Michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk

07/07/10

Capital Volunteering Coffee Morning

Capital Volunteering is a project which works with individual Mental Health Service Users, referred or self referred, to offer supported volunteering opportunities and to discuss, advise and develop personal goals & aspirations.

If you are a service user, or you work with/support people who are, and are volunteering or thinking about doing so, you are invited to join us for Afternoon Tea at The Salvation Army Cafe in Romford on the second Tuesday of every month. If you plan to come along, or have any questions, please contact :- Debbie & Sharon at HAVCO on 01708 742881 e-mail debbie.helkin@havco.org.uk or sharon.leeson@havco.org.uk

06/07/10

User Led Organisation Consortium for Havering

HAVCO and Havering Council are jointly holding an engagement event to stimulate and support the development of an outstanding, relevant consortium of user led and community organisations already delivering excellent outcomes for Havering residents.

Members of the voluntary and community sector are welcome to take part in discussions and help shape this new consortium.

Date: Thursday 5th August

Time: 10am - 2pm (lunch will be provided)

Venue: Harefield Manor Hotel 33 Main Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 3DL. Tel: 01708 751901

Please RSVP directly to Samantha Saunders by email: sam.saunders@havering.gov.uk or on 01708 431013

21/06/10

PCT Commissioning Breakfast

St George's Hospital

Sutton's Lane, Hornchurch

8.00am for 8.30am start on Wednesday 30th June 2010.

Keynote Speaker: Philip Ainsworth Including Q&A Session.

Places limited! Book now to avoid disappointment!

To book your place and/or if you have a burning question that you would like to pose in advance to the PCT for answering on the day, then contact:

Val Liddiard at Havco

Tel: 01708 742881

Email: val.liddiard@havco.org.uk

Voluntary Sector Lunch

Wednesday 23rd June

12.15pm to 2.15pm

First Step, Tangmere Crescent, Hornchurch

To book your place contact Sharon Leeson on

Tel: 01708 742881 or

Email: sharon.leeson@havco.org.uk

30/03/10

Voluntary Sector Conference 2010

The 2010 Voluntary Sector Conference will take place at Harefield Manor Hotel in Romford on the 21st of May.

To book a place please contact Michael Dunlop by phone on 01708 742881, or by email at michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk.

23/03/10

Voluntary Sector Forum Lunch

Click the flyer below for details:

14/01/10

Capital Volunteering Coffee Morning

Capital Volunteering will be hosting a Coffee Morning at the Queens Theatre lounge on Wednesday 3rd February from 10.30am for anyone interested in volunteering via the project. Please note that this is NOT a drop-in session, and informal interview slots must be arranged in advance by phone. Please call Sue Lucey on 01708 742881 if you are interested.

14/12/09

Compact for Havering Consultation Launch

The Compact for Havering document has been revised/rewritten along with the newly written Equalities Code of good Conduct, and both are now open for Consultation.

The 12 week consultation period began on Monday 14th December and remains open until Sunday 7th March 10. the Documents & Code are available for viewing/downloading here (along with the covering letter by Lythan Nevard, The Chair of the Havering Compact Steering Group, and the Translation page to request copies in alternate languages if required.) hard copies are also available upon request.

Comments or questions should be sent to Michael Dunlop (the Compact Administrator) at Havco via email : michael.dunlop@havco.org.uk or post : Havco, Community House, 19/21 Eastern Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 3NH

Cover letter for Compact Consultation
Draft Compact for Havering Dec 09
Draft Equality and Diversity Code
Translation page

The Compact for Havering Working Group is also looking for a new volunteer to look after the Consultation & Information Sharing Code Working Group, as Michael is standing down due to other commitments, if you are interested contact Michael via the above details for more information.

08/12/09

The Metropolitan Police Authority seeks contacts with local voluntary groups

The Metropolitan Police Authority is an important link between communities and police. Their quarterly meetings are open to members of the public and are attended by affiliated voluntary organisations, representatives from the police and local authority. The aim is to discuss all aspects of Policing in Havering, including how to tackle street crime, drug abuse, racial incidents, vandalism and road safety.

Membership is open to all voluntary groups within the community . If you would like to become a member please send details of your organisation together with a copy of your Constitution or rules to the Administrator at Suite T2, Bates Business Centre, Church Road, Harold Wood, Romford RM3 0JA. Alternatively if you would like discuss becoming a member please telephone the Administrator on 01708 340155. You can also visit our website www.e-voice.org.uk/haveringcpcg where you will find copies of previous minutes of meetings, and dates of future events.