Policy

The Great North VCFSE Exchange

Join Voluntary Sector North West (VSNW) for the first ever Great North VCFSE Exchange which will explore how voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector organisations are making relationships with their strategic authorities work.

How do you work with your strategic authority?
VSNW are inviting VCFSE leaders from across the North to share learning, explore what good partnership working looks like, and build stronger connections with strategic authorities.

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NHS GM Leadership for Inclusion Session: Positive action in practice

This session explores positive action – a lawful and strategic approach to advancing equality under the Equality Act 2010. It’s part of the ongoing Leadership for Inclusion series, supporting leaders across Greater Manchester to create inclusive environments through evidence-based, proportionate action.

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LiveWell Frontline Network: Housing and homelessness learning session

Join GM Integrated Care Partnership – PCCA team for their January Spotlight learning session, which will explore how housing and homelessness connect to Greater Manchester’s ambition for great everyday support — and what this means for frontline roles across sectors.

This session brings together strategic insight and frontline experience to build shared understanding, strengthen partnership working and support a ‘no wrong door’ approach for people who need support.

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Mission impossible? The role of place in mission-oriented innovation and sustainability policy

Join The University of Manchester to discuss mission-based approaches and urban sustainability policy.

The last two decades have seen a rise in mission-oriented innovation, with greater focus on sustainability challenges as drivers for innovation and industrial policy. As the country prepares for greater devolution, what is the role of cities and regions in this approach?

The University of Manchester – room details upon registration
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Public Policy Exchange: Eliminating Pensioner Poverty – Devising a Comprehensive National Strategy

54% of UK pensioners on a low income find it a struggle to keep up with bills and credit commitments, according to polling published in September 2025 by the Living Wage Foundation.1.9 million, or 16% of pensioners in the UK are living in relative poverty, according to a 2024 study by Age UK.

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