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We feature the voices of charities, foundations and public agencies we work with, and share our take on both opportunities and challenges for the voluntary sector.
Recent blog posts
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PublicationGroundswell case study for small charities and social change
Read more: Groundswell case study for small charities and social changeGroundswell works with people experiencing homelessness around the UK, to create and deliver solutions…
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PublicationSwitchback case study for small charities and social change
Read more: Switchback case study for small charities and social changeSwitchback works in London with young men aged 18-30 on release from prison (‘Trainees’),…
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PublicationA Community Action Network – West End, Morecambe Bay
Read more: A Community Action Network – West End, Morecambe BaySince January 2020, the Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) has been supporting the…
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PublicationA social prescribing network in the Fylde coast
Read more: A social prescribing network in the Fylde coastSince January 2020, the Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) has been supporting the…
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BlogFour lessons for funders from a complex and uncertain year
Read more: Four lessons for funders from a complex and uncertain yearOne year ago, we published the first of fifteen Covid-19 briefings for funders. Now,…
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PublicationThe contribution and value of the VCSE sector in East Sussex
Read more: The contribution and value of the VCSE sector in East SussexWe set out to build a picture of the economic, social and environmental benefits…
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PublicationThe STAGE Partnership: Learning and Legacy
Read more: The STAGE Partnership: Learning and LegacyIn our latest report, we explore a recent partnership between small, medium and large…
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PublicationWe’re better together
Read more: We’re better togetherThis report shares eight factors that have enabled health partnerships to respond effectively to…
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PublicationLooking for more stability
Read more: Looking for more stabilityThis tenth briefing shares the experiences of 24 leaders participating in online peer support…
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BlogCivic and community action in times of crisis
Read more: Civic and community action in times of crisisThe current crisis is an opportunity to show imagination about changing some of the…