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Faith and Belief organisations and networks contribute in many different ways to society, especially to those most disadvantaged. This includes people experiencing homelessness as well as those seeking asylum, refugees and other migrants, many of whom are facing such challenging times. For those who face barriers to mainstream or local authority services, for example if they have no recourse to public funds, it is often Faith and Belief that people turn to. They are trusted, embedded in communities in a unique way and can offer spiritual, emotional and practical advice, guidance and care.

A post-budget briefing for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations in Greater Manchester.

Hear from GMCVO's CEO, John Hannen at this lunchtime briefing following our government's Autumn Budget on Wednesday 30th October. John will look at the Budget decisions and subsequent news stories, assessing what they will mean for VCFSE organisations.

There will also be opportunity to ask questions and share your views.

A free event for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations.

A significant aspect of the work that VCFSE organisations do is about fostering social relationships. The social relationships that members and beneficiaries form in the process of engaging with organisations and the benefits that these can bring may be considered as one of their key impacts on people’s lives and on local communities. Yet, articulating these ‘softer’ outcomes of their work is a well-known challenge.

As UK household debt continues to rise, more than 8.5 million people are facing serious financial struggles in 2024. Projections for 2025 suggest this trend will only worsen.

Despite this, £23 billion in available support is set to go unclaimed this year – money that could help people regain control of their finances. Key barriers such as lack of awareness, complex systems and stigma prevent people from accessing the help they’re eligible for.

Manchester is on a mission to establish itself as a global digital leader by 2026. As a globally recognised digital city, leading researchers in Digital Inequalities from Manchester Metropolitan University, in collaboration with experts with learning disabilities, have joined forces to demonstrate how digital strategies across the UK can be co-produced and include the perspectives of people with learning disabilities.

This co-produced interactive session will allow attendees to think critically about the importance of inclusive design and policymaking for digital cities.  

Come along to this Living Wage Week Event to hear from existing Real Living Wage employers in the VCSE and see why, and how, your organisation should become an accredited Real Living Wage Employer. Speakers will include existing Real Living Wage employers, The Living Wage Foundation and the GM Living Wage Campaign.
 

This online event will bring together Trade Unions, The Good Employment Charter, The Living Wage Foundation and others to discuss the future of the Real Living Wage in Greater Manchester in the light of the new Labour government and proposed new employment legislation. 

Aimed primarily at trade unionists the event is open to anyone interested in discussing the future of the campaign for the Real Living Wage in GM. The event will be a mix of speakers and open discussion and debate.

Charity Digital are on a mission to protect nonprofits from cyber threats. Are you an organisation that doesn’t know where to start with your cyber security, or could do with a "sense check" on where you stand?

As charities, that often hold and process sensitive information, it’s important to have the correct security in place to protect user data. Join Charity Digital where their in-house expert will give you a walk-through of the options available to you.

Develop and improve responses to exploitation and self-neglect, learn from lived experience, and understand best practice in managing high risk

Aims
Gather the latest safeguarding updates and information for best practice.

Learning Outcomes
Learn about Tackling Exploitation, Personalisation, Trauma informed practice from leading professionals

These meetings are a chance for GM Ethnic Communities Network members and allies to connect, share experiences and learn from one another as well as hear from guest speakers on relevant topics.

Free refreshments and a vegetarian lunch will be provided.