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Do you employ overseas staff? The UK Migration Advisory Council is seeking your views on new work visa rules for NI

By NICVA 27 May 2020 Geoff Nuttall

The UK Migration Advisory Council is seeking employers' views on the new 'Shortage Occupation List' of skills shortage areas which will be used to help determine which overseas citizens are granted visas to work in Northern Ireland.

Me, You and Them

By NICVA 26 May 2020 Roisin Kelly

Glena McDowell-Khan took some time out of a hectic schedule to chat about the work of Me, You and Them - a Dungannon based charity which began in January 2020. 

Pivoting NICVA training

By NICVA 26 May 2020 Sandra Bailie

At this time of crisis the rate of change has been phenomenal. Changing what we do and how we do it. Learning new things.

Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme portal now available

By NICVA 26 May 2020 Alex Hastings

The Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme was one of the first support measures announced by the Government and the HMRC online claims portal is now live.

The Community response to Covid-19 in Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Area

By NICVA 26 May 2020 Michele Crilly

This short article reflects upon the  Community response to Covid-19 in Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Area.

From boxing club to soup kitchen

By NICVA 22 May 2020 Denise Copeland

Monkstown Boxing Club is no ordinary boxing club. It had been using sport to deliver innovative programmes to young people in the area before Covid-19 struck. 

Covid-19 - Update from our Chief Executive 20 May 2020

By NICVA 21 May 2020 Seamus McAleavey

Read the latest update from our Chief Executive, Seamus McAleavey, on the issues facing voluntary and community organisations.

NI £15.5M Covid-19 Charities Fund To Launch Shortly

By NICVA 20 May 2020 Geoff Nuttall

The much anticipated £15.5M Covid-19 government funding package has received Executive approval and will launch shortly 

Keeping Women in the North West Connected During COVID-19

By NICVA 20 May 2020 Kathy Maguire

COVID has brought many challenges for the community development sector across NI. For Foyle Women's Information Network  their work to keep women across the North West connected continues. 

Equality Commission allows flexibility for annual monitoring returns

By NICVA 19 May 2020 Alex Hastings

Due to the current disruptions resulting from the impact of COVID19 on our workplaces and working practices, the Equality Commission is asking that employers submit the annual monitoring return when it is practicable to do so. 

COVID-19 and Young People

By NICVA 18 May 2020 Kathy Maguire

Our latest 'Insight and Impact' feature, explores the impact of COVID-19 on young people and the resilience and positivity with which they and youth organisations are responding.

EASILINK Community Transport: "We care about people and connecting them to the services that they need"

By NICVA 18 May 2020 Susan Glass

When lockdown began back in mid-March, Easilink Community Transport realised very quickly that even though they couldn’t take their clients to the services they needed – they could take some services to them.  

Wellbeing of staff and volunteers

By NICVA 18 May 2020 Sandra Bailie

The wellbeing of staff and volunteers is something that needs our attention more than ever, during this time of uncertainty and challenge. We want to promote and support the wellbeing of our staff and volunteers and here are some links to help you.

COVID-19- the Impact on Children and Families

By NICVA 15 May 2020 Kathy Maguire

Our latest 'Insight and Impact' feature , exploring the impact of COVID-19 on children , young people and families in Northern Ireland.

Compass Advocacy Network: Tune in to CAN TV

By NICVA 15 May 2020 Amanda Brobyn

While most of us are barely surviving the lockdown, members of CAN are positively thriving, thanks to the predictable rhythm of life and CAN TV that packs a punch in terms of positive programming.

How to get the most out of GrantTracker during COVID-19 and beyond

By NICVA 14 May 2020 Lynn Kennedy

We've been offering a month's free GrantTracker to everyone who needs it during these difficult times (i.e. all of us!)  This article explains how both ongoing and new subscribers can wring the most value out of GrantTracker.

Trustee responsibilities under GDPR webinar

By NICVA 14 May 2020 Denise Copeland

If you missed our recent webinar on 'Trustee responsibilities under GDPR'  you can watch it now via the link below. 

NICVA surveys show urgent need for financial support and clearer guidance on Covid-19

By NICVA 14 May 2020 Geoff Nuttall

Thanks to all of you who completed our weekly Covid-19 surveys over the last four weeks. Read here the key findings from the fourth and final survey issued this week. 

Cancer Fund for Children: The Power of a Jar

By NICVA 14 May 2020 Amanda Brobyn

With NI's share of the charities finance package agreed but not yet delivered, we asked Cancer Fund for Children (CFC) to tell us how they're coping financially while still hanging on to their core values.

Managing finance in difficult times webinar

By NICVA 13 May 2020 Denise Copeland

If you missed our recent webinar on 'Managing finance in difficult times' delivered by Tony Clarke from Clarke & Co Accountants Ltd, you can watch it now via the link below. 

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