Policy and Influence
Critical conversations dissecting procurement and commissioning practices: Campaigning for a better way
Women's Resource Centre is hosting a vital discussion with Veronica Daly, the architect of Parliament’s first Socially Responsible Procurement Policy, to unpack how current commissioning models entrench inequality, and what it takes to build fairer, more sustainable systems.
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Help shape an agreement to enable effective working between the public and VCFSE sectors in Greater Manchester
A consultation is now open to shape how the public sector in Greater Manchester (GM) and the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector work together to improve outcomes for communities and citizens.
This consultation will feed into a refresh of the GM VCFSE Accord from 1st April 2026, including its underlying values and principles, priorities for change, how it could be implemented, and what work could be delivered at a Greater Manchester-level to supports its aims.
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Report Launch: So-called ‘Honour’-based Abuse, Forced Marriage, and Female Genital Mutilation in Greater Manchester
In 2023 the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) commissioned OnEvidence to undertake a scoping and research exercise to support them in Greater Manchester in understanding the prevalence of ‘Honour’-based Abuse, Forced Marriage and Female Genital Mutilation across the Greater Manchester.
Assessment tool and partnership supporting vulnerable women in Greater Manchester receives £3 million boost
A new assessment tool being used to support women in contact with the Criminal Justice System in Greater Manchester has been validated for use in the UK – along with a huge funding boost to expand the project.
An introduction to trauma and links to food insecurity training sessions
Following on from the huge success of a pilot training session – An Introduction to Trauma and Links to Food Insecurity in May, the Our Manchester Food Partnership Team are delivering further sessions in September.
Three free additional training sessions are being delivered across the City at venues in north, south and central. Lunch be provided at all venues.
The training is both informative and helpful, and it will give you an understanding of some of the possible root causes and links between childhood experiences and food insecurity.
The Freedom of Information Act at 25: What next for freedom of information?
The event includes proposals and discussion about how the Freedom of Information system can improve for the future.
The Freedom of Information (FoI) Act – which was passed 25 years ago and came into force five years later – created a legal right for citizens to request information from public authorities. This was a radical shift in the government's approach to information and a significant step towards a more open culture of government.
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Manchester Food Board – Board member vacancies
The Manchester Food Board have two vacancies for new board members.
The Manchester Food Board provides the strategic leadership to drive forward the city’s Food Strategy. It acts as a hub for connecting the people and projects working to shift towards a food system that is resilient, healthy and sustainable.
The Board is chaired by Councillor Tracey Rawlins (Executive Member for Clean Air, Environment and Transport at Manchester City Council) and is made up of a wide range of partners from across the city. The Board meets in person on a quarterly basis, in the city centre.
Alternative Venue Discussion Group October 2025
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Navigating the July 2025 Visa Shake-Up: A Guide
Join Society Matters CIC for a clear and engaging webinar led by Gareth Newman, Society Matters’ Trainer and Social Welfare Expert, to explore the UK’s latest immigration changes and what they mean for individuals and organisations alike.
This session will cover:
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