Insight and latest updates from our team

Learning together: Why use an outcome-based approach (OBA)

By NICVA 17 Oct 2022 Leeann Kelly

In recent times there has been increasing interest in outcomes-based approaches (OBA), evidenced by the endorsement of OBA in the draft Programme for Government. But what does OBA really mean?  

Northern Ireland Energy Bill Relief Scheme for non-domestic customers

By NICVA 12 Oct 2022 Eamonn McKee

The UK Government has published details on how the energy support scheme which will help charities in Northern Ireland this winter.  Discounts will be applied between 1 October 2022 and 31 March 23.

Good governance and charity regulation update seminars

By NICVA 12 Oct 2022 Denise Copeland

The Developing Governance Group in association with the Charity Commission would like to invite you to free seminars focusing on governance and an update on charity regulation. 

Members of the DfC Anti-Poverty Strategy Co-Design Group produce Key Recommendations Paper

By NICVA 10 Oct 2022 Kathy Maguire

Members of the Department for Communities (DfC) Anti-Poverty Strategy Co Design Group have produced a position paper detailing their key recommendations for the development of a Northern Ireland Anti-Poverty Strategy.

NICVA Policy & Public Affairs Team Update Jul-Sep 22

By NICVA 10 Oct 2022 Geoff Nuttall

Read here how NICVA's Policy and Public Affairs Team is working to support and represent the voluntary and community sector during these difficult times

iCommunity: A Vision for Addressing Challenges on our Shared Island

By NICVA 4 Oct 2022 Suzanne Thompson

The Wheel and the Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action (NICVA) launched iCommunity: A Vision for Addressing Challenges on our Shared Island in Dublin on 3 October.

NICVA joins joint EU-UK call for constructive dialogue to resolve issues including NI protocol

By NICVA 4 Oct 2022 Geoff Nuttall

On Monday, NICVA joined EU and UK civil society representatives to agree a joint public statement on the vital importance of resolving EU-UK co-operation issues including the NI protocol through constructive dialogue

Joint Forum Voluntary and Community Sector Representatives hold Panel meeting & agree Position Statement on the Cost-of-Living Crisis

By NICVA 26 Sep 2022 Kathy Maguire

Earlier this month, the Joint Forums Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Panel held their most recent VCS Panel meeting and had a full agenda to consider, including agreement of a VCS Panel Position Statement on the current Cost of Living Crisis.

DIY committee guide, revamped and launched

By NICVA 21 Sep 2022 Denise Copeland

The revamped DIY committee guide website was launched at a special seminar on 20 September by the Developing Governance Group.

Cost of Living Crisis - Survey Summary

By NICVA 15 Sep 2022

NICVA is using the information from our surveys to influence government. We are focussed on the impact on people, but also on voluntary and community organisation's and their capacity to deliver support to those most in need.

Guest Blog: Workplace Wellbeing – Is it another thing to add to the list?

By NICVA 8 Sep 2022 Susan Glass

Catherine Murnin from The Wellbeing Pathway outlines the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, why we should be talking about it, some of the barriers and enablers, and the actions organisations can take.

CFNI Funded Groups Explore Wellness and Connection in the Workplace

By NICVA 5 Sep 2022 Susan Glass

Thursday 1 September 2022 saw the first in a series of Learning Events, delivered as part of the CFNI Capacity Building Accelerator and Mentoring Programme.

UK Shared Prosperity Fund - Latest from DLUHC

By NICVA 26 Aug 2022 Geoff Nuttall

On 19 August, the UK Dept for Levelling Up (DLUHC) held an online consultation event for sector organisations on how the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKPSF) will be used in Northern Ireland

NICVA can help you get started on your impact journey

By NICVA 8 Aug 2022 Leeann Kelly

Are you an organisation that is struggling where to start with your impact journey?  Do not struggle alone, reach out to NICVA and let us help you start your impact journey.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award/Joint Award Initiative's funding for Voluntary & Community Sector in Northern Ireland

By NICVA 8 Aug 2022 Jocelyn Horton

Jim Peacock tells us about their new Access Without Limits Fund which aims to ensure that the Award is available to all young people. 

Back to school- New NICVA Impact Practice Workshops and more!

By NICVA 4 Aug 2022 Leeann Kelly

As we find ourselves in August, we can see all around us the reminders that the new school year is not far away.  Many children will be picking their new pencils, pens, and schoolbags, with hopes what this year will bring.

Latest on the UK Shared Prosperity NI Programme - Update from Dept for Levelling Up

By NICVA 3 Aug 2022 Geoff Nuttall

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), has just released an update on the process and timetable for developing the Northern UK Shared Prosperity Programme. 

HMRC’s Trust Register

By NICVA 2 Aug 2022 Denise Copeland

Some unincorporated not for profit organisations which have assets held in trust may be required to register their Trusts with HMRC's Trust Registration Service.  The deadline is 1 September 2022.

Guest Blog: UnLtd - Finding social entrepreneurs with bold solutions to today’s challenges

By NICVA 2 Aug 2022 Jocelyn Horton

Nuala Smyth, Social Entrepreneur Support Manager in Northern Ireland gives an overview of the work they do and how you can get involved ahead of their event in September 2022. 

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