NICVA is here for you but at present we have a number of staff on furlough leave. Whilst we're open, we are operating a reduced service. You can get in touch with us on 028 9087 7777 Monday - Friday from 9am - 1pm, or via the support request form or email our team. Please do also check for updates and new information via the COVID-19 Information Hub
COVID19 Updates
Regular and relevant updates for voluntary and community organisations on key developments in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic
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Updates
Guidance on the coronavirus restrictions and public health advice in NI
The guidance produced by the Northern Ireland Executive, sets out an overview of the current coronavirus restrictions.
Funding announced for culture, languages, arts and heritage sectors
Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín has given the green light for further financial support to be released to support the culture, language, arts and heritage sectors.
Health Minister announces new Covid-19 surge plan for Northern Ireland
Health Minister Robin Swann has launched a new COVID-19 Surge Planning Strategic Framework for Northern Ireland.
Faith leaders re-engage with the NI Executive
NICVA’s Faith Engagement Project has played a key role in facilitating ongoing consultations with a range of faith leaders and the NI Executive.
Voluntary and Community Sector in Northern Ireland significantly impacted by Covid-19
Following a difficult six months for the voluntary and community sector in Northern Ireland, the next year could see a further reduction in vital services, underlining the crucial need for ongoing and future support for the sector.
Help ‘StopCOVID’ in its tracks
Since going live the ‘StopCOVID NI’ app has had over 250,000 downloads and NICVA is now urging those who already have the app to share it with family and friends.
Resurgam Trust: Collaborating and Caring
Resurgam Trust is a community owned and run community development trust which identifies and supports the needs of the local community through social enterprise, community projects and other initiatives.
StopCOVID NI mobile app launched
Northern Ireland’s Health service has launched this mobile phone App to help ‘contact tracing’ of people potentially infected by the virus. It is a major aid in the battle to control the spread and stop a return to lockdown.
Charities urged to apply for emergency funding
Seamus McAleavey, NICVA Chief Executive welcomes the Communities Minister's announcement today on the reopening of the COVID-19 Charities Fund and the further opportunity for organisations to access help.
Test, trace and protect webinar with Public Health Agency - recording
On 7 July NICVA hosted a webinar with the Public Health Agency on Staying out of lockdown: test, trace and protect. We were joined by over 60 people to learn more about how we can protect our communities and keep the spread of COVID-19 at bay.
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Activity timeline
Faith leaders re-engage with the NI Executive
11 Sep 2020Help ‘StopCOVID’ in its tracks
12 Aug 2020Resurgam Trust: Collaborating and Caring
3 Aug 2020StopCOVID NI mobile app launched
31 Jul 2020Charities urged to apply for emergency funding
29 Jul 2020Support for childcare during COVID19
29 Jun 2020Keeping Well at Home booklet launched
25 Jun 2020DfC COVID-19 Community Response Plan
22 Apr 2020COVID 19: NICVA - Update Friday 27 March 2020
27 Mar 2020COVID19: NICVA - Update Wednesday 25 March 2020
25 Mar 2020
Share your COVID-19 support service information
Organisations providing support to people and communities during the COVID-19 emergency can share their service information
